Queeny Backyard Ultra
Friday, February 28, 2025
Queeny Park
1675 South Mason Road
St. Louis, MO 63131
Friday, February 28, 2025
Queeny Park
1675 South Mason Road
St. Louis, MO 63131
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
We will be accepting onsite/race day registrations.
Race Day Registration for Queeny Backyard Ultra - $200.00
*SWAG ONLY IF AVAILABLE*
Swag is not guaranteed for race day registrations
*CASH ONLY*
Race day/onsite registration will begin at 9 AM on Friday, February 28, 2025!
*Online Race Registration will close on Friday, February 21, 2025 @ 11:59 PM*
We will be accepting onsite/race day registrations.
Race Day Registration for Queeny Backyard Ultra - $200.00
*SWAG ONLY IF AVAILABLE*
Swag is not guaranteed for race day registrations
*CASH ONLY*
Race day/onsite registration will begin at 9 AM on Friday, February 28, 2025!
*Online Race Registration will close on Friday, February 21, 2025 @ 11:59 PM*
START TIME & TIME LIMIT
Queeny Backyard Ultra will start at 10 a.m. SHARP on Friday, February 28, 2025!
Before the start of each loop, the race director will go through the following protocol as such indicating time until the start.
--3 minutes before the start (whistle will be blown 3 times)
--2 minutes before the start (whistle will be blown 2 times)
--1 minute before the start (whistle will be blown 1 time)
--START (Cowbell will be rung)
You have ONE HOUR to finish the loop once it has started. If you finish a loop within the hour, you have the opportunity to START the NEXT hour provided you are IN the start corral when the next hour starts. If you do not finish within the hour, you are OUT of the race and considered a DNF.
Queeny Backyard Ultra will start at 10 a.m. SHARP on Friday, February 28, 2025!
Before the start of each loop, the race director will go through the following protocol as such indicating time until the start.
--3 minutes before the start (whistle will be blown 3 times)
--2 minutes before the start (whistle will be blown 2 times)
--1 minute before the start (whistle will be blown 1 time)
--START (Cowbell will be rung)
You have ONE HOUR to finish the loop once it has started. If you finish a loop within the hour, you have the opportunity to START the NEXT hour provided you are IN the start corral when the next hour starts. If you do not finish within the hour, you are OUT of the race and considered a DNF.
There can only be ONE winner (assuming they finish their last lap)!
Queeny Backyard Ultra Overall awards for the Last Woman Standing and The Last Man Standing each!
All other runners are considered a "Did Not Finish" (DNF) and may receive a Challenge Coin based on Loops(mileage) completed. See below:
12-18 Loops (50-75 miles)
Complete these Loops and you will receive a Bronze Challenge Coin
19-23 Loops (79-96 miles)
Complete these Loops and you will receive a Silver Challenge Coin
24+ (100+miles)
Complete these Loops and you will receive a Gold Challenge Coin
The course is a single loop 4.19 Miles - Elevation Gain Per Loop is approx. 430 feet and Elevation Loss Per Loop is approx. 430 feet. 2025 the loop will be run Counter - Clockwise!
2025 Course GPX File 2025 Downloadable Course Map
Queeny Backyard Ultra Overall awards for the Last Woman Standing and The Last Man Standing each!
All other runners are considered a "Did Not Finish" (DNF) and may receive a Challenge Coin based on Loops(mileage) completed. See below:
12-18 Loops (50-75 miles)
Complete these Loops and you will receive a Bronze Challenge Coin
19-23 Loops (79-96 miles)
Complete these Loops and you will receive a Silver Challenge Coin
24+ (100+miles)
Complete these Loops and you will receive a Gold Challenge Coin
The course is a single loop 4.19 Miles - Elevation Gain Per Loop is approx. 430 feet and Elevation Loss Per Loop is approx. 430 feet. 2025 the loop will be run Counter - Clockwise!
2025 Course GPX File 2025 Downloadable Course Map
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For more information on Terrain Trail Runners -STL general race polices and withdrawal/refund policies. Please see the FAQ page.
All other race specific information will be emailed after online race registration closes on UltraSignup!
General Queeny Backyard Ultra race specific information:
Aid Stations
There will be NO aid stations ON the course, but we will have an aid station at the start/finish area. Runners are responsible for their own aid, but we will have water and coffee for RUNNERS ONLY!
Runners are not required to carry their own hydration bottle, pack, or cup on the course, but is suggested if you are one that gets thirsty easily. If there are any special drink, nutrition, or other food items that you require, please come prepared.
*Keep in mind that Terrain Trail Runners events are "cupless" races. This policy is put into effect in an effort to reduce the amount of waste and adopt a sustainable “green” practice for the race and the sport of trail/ultra-running*
Aid Stations
There will be NO aid stations ON the course, but we will have an aid station at the start/finish area. Runners are responsible for their own aid, but we will have water and coffee for RUNNERS ONLY!
Runners are not required to carry their own hydration bottle, pack, or cup on the course, but is suggested if you are one that gets thirsty easily. If there are any special drink, nutrition, or other food items that you require, please come prepared.
*Keep in mind that Terrain Trail Runners events are "cupless" races. This policy is put into effect in an effort to reduce the amount of waste and adopt a sustainable “green” practice for the race and the sport of trail/ultra-running*
Post Race
You’ve just DNF'd this epic race (unless you are the winner of course).
Enjoy the number of miles you just ran, sit back, relax, have a beer on us
and don’t forget to hang out/cheer on all the remaining runners!
Race Swag
Each runner that registers can choose from the following swag options: Hoodie (2024 swag) OR T-shirt OR Pint OR Opt-Out and Plant a Tree, and FREE photo digital downloads.
*Swag quantities are limited and subject to size availability.
You’ve just DNF'd this epic race (unless you are the winner of course).
Enjoy the number of miles you just ran, sit back, relax, have a beer on us
and don’t forget to hang out/cheer on all the remaining runners!
Race Swag
Each runner that registers can choose from the following swag options: Hoodie (2024 swag) OR T-shirt OR Pint OR Opt-Out and Plant a Tree, and FREE photo digital downloads.
*Swag quantities are limited and subject to size availability.
RACE RULES/FORMAT
The purpose of these rules is to ensure the run’s integrity as well as for the safety of all those involved. Violations of any rules or directives may be grounds for disqualification.
RACE RULES:
1) Queeny Backyard Ultra will start at 10 a.m. SHARP on Friday, February 28, 2025!
Before the start of each loop, the race director will go through the following protocol as such indicating time until the start.
--3 minutes before the start (whistle will be blown 3 times)
--2 minutes before the start (whistle will be blown 2 times)
--1 minute before the start (whistle will be blown 1 time)
--START (Cowbell will be rung)
You have ONE HOUR to finish the loop once it has started. If you finish a loop within the hour, you have the opportunity to START the NEXT hour provided you are IN the start corral when the next hour starts. If you do not finish within the hour, you are OUT of the race and considered a DNF.
2) Once you are on the course, you are not allowed any aid from your crew or otherwise.
3) You are not allowed to return to the race HQ once the loop has started.
4) You must be ON and STAY on the course, unless you need to use the bathroom (please do so off the trail or road discreetly). There may or may not be a port-a-potty on the course.
5) No artificial aids (including trekking poles) are allowed
6) Pacers are NOT allowed.
7) Dogs are NOT allowed on course and/or in the staging/camping area for runners.
8) Once you are back to the start and assuming you've finished within the hour, you may use the bathroom, eat, drink, sleep, ponder the next loop, etc., but you MUST be back in the start corral, or you will be considered a DNF (NO EXCEPTIONS). This means you MAY NOT start late (even if you are in bathroom).
9) You may also choose not to continue though you will be considered a DNF. Make sure you inform the race timing crew your intention to drop!
10) If you are one that needs more time in between loops, then run faster so you have more time, but you might burn more energy. You may also choose to run slower which will give you less time back at the start/finish area, but you will burn less energy. You have to choose which strategy works best for YOU.
11) Runners are responsible for their own aid, but we will have water and coffee for RUNNERS ONLY!
12) Runners will be able to set up a SMALL tent or 10X10 Pop Up if they so choose nearby.
Near the start/finish line, runners will have a small area where they may set up a chair for quick access between loops.
13) Runners are allowed ONLY TWO CREW MEMBERS if they like.
14) Restrooms are available near the start/finish area.
15) Runners will continue until ONE runner completes a FINAL lap. (i.e. If there are two runners left and one does not complete the loop, then the one that completed the loop will be declared the winner). That runner will be considered the winner of the Queeny Backyard Ultra!
RACE RULES:
1) Queeny Backyard Ultra will start at 10 a.m. SHARP on Friday, February 28, 2025!
Before the start of each loop, the race director will go through the following protocol as such indicating time until the start.
--3 minutes before the start (whistle will be blown 3 times)
--2 minutes before the start (whistle will be blown 2 times)
--1 minute before the start (whistle will be blown 1 time)
--START (Cowbell will be rung)
You have ONE HOUR to finish the loop once it has started. If you finish a loop within the hour, you have the opportunity to START the NEXT hour provided you are IN the start corral when the next hour starts. If you do not finish within the hour, you are OUT of the race and considered a DNF.
2) Once you are on the course, you are not allowed any aid from your crew or otherwise.
3) You are not allowed to return to the race HQ once the loop has started.
4) You must be ON and STAY on the course, unless you need to use the bathroom (please do so off the trail or road discreetly). There may or may not be a port-a-potty on the course.
5) No artificial aids (including trekking poles) are allowed
6) Pacers are NOT allowed.
7) Dogs are NOT allowed on course and/or in the staging/camping area for runners.
8) Once you are back to the start and assuming you've finished within the hour, you may use the bathroom, eat, drink, sleep, ponder the next loop, etc., but you MUST be back in the start corral, or you will be considered a DNF (NO EXCEPTIONS). This means you MAY NOT start late (even if you are in bathroom).
9) You may also choose not to continue though you will be considered a DNF. Make sure you inform the race timing crew your intention to drop!
10) If you are one that needs more time in between loops, then run faster so you have more time, but you might burn more energy. You may also choose to run slower which will give you less time back at the start/finish area, but you will burn less energy. You have to choose which strategy works best for YOU.
11) Runners are responsible for their own aid, but we will have water and coffee for RUNNERS ONLY!
12) Runners will be able to set up a SMALL tent or 10X10 Pop Up if they so choose nearby.
Near the start/finish line, runners will have a small area where they may set up a chair for quick access between loops.
13) Runners are allowed ONLY TWO CREW MEMBERS if they like.
14) Restrooms are available near the start/finish area.
15) Runners will continue until ONE runner completes a FINAL lap. (i.e. If there are two runners left and one does not complete the loop, then the one that completed the loop will be declared the winner). That runner will be considered the winner of the Queeny Backyard Ultra!
Final race day Information and bib assignments will be emailed after Friday, February 21, 2025, once online race registration closes on UltraSignup.