The Furnace Backyard Ultra
Full summer exposure and a nearly flat 6.706-kilometer loop leave little terrain to blame at this heat-focused backyard in Queensland's Darling Downs.
Quick facts
- The 6.706-kilometer yard restarts every hour with no fixed end time.
- Less than 20 meters of climbing keeps the loop nearly flat.
- The exposed trail yard puts runners in peak Queensland summer conditions.
- A head torch and carried hydration are mandatory race equipment.
- Base-camp space, water, electrolytes and snacks are included.
Is registration open for the 2027 Furnace Backyard Ultra?
Registration for the 2027 The Furnace Backyard Ultra has not opened yet.
About the Furnace Backyard Ultra
The Furnace is built around a simple constraint: repeat 6.706 kilometers every hour in the peak of a Darling Downs summer. The race has no fixed end and continues until one runner completes a final solo yard.
Course
The exposed trail loop gains less than 20 meters per yard. With almost no climbing or technical relief, runners must manage pace, hydration, and body temperature across repeated hourly starts.
Race-day weather
February in inland Queensland can be hot, sunny and humid, with little shade on an exposed course. Heat management may remain decisive even when the terrain itself stays fast and flat.
Past Furnace Backyard Ultra dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
The Furnace Backyard Ultra FAQ
When is The Furnace Backyard Ultra?
The 2027 Furnace Backyard Ultra is on Saturday, February 20, 2027.
Is registration open for the 2027 Furnace Backyard Ultra?
Registration for the 2027 Furnace Backyard Ultra has not opened yet. View the official registration details at furnacebyu.com.
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