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At a glance
- Last held
- Jul 25, 2026
- Next edition
- 2027 date not announced. Usually held in July.
- Location
- Corinth, Vermont
- Distances
- Backyard Ultra
- Elevation gain
- 1,600 ft
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A last man standing style race honoring the KIA Marines from the 2nd Battalion 4th Marines. Features 1-mile loops with 300 feet of climbing, with participants required to complete each loop within time limits until only one person remains.
Key dates
Registration opens
Jan 1, 2026
Honor Lap ends
Mar 28, 2026
Registration closes
Jul 23, 2026
Race day
Jul 25, 2026
Pricing
Current price
$110
Regular (Last Runner Standing)
Price progression
Regular (Last Runner Standing)
$110Mar 29, 2026
Regular (Last Rucker Standing)
$110Mar 29, 2026
Early Bird (Last Runner Standing)
$90
Early Bird (Last Rucker Standing)
$90
Honor Lap
$20
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