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Windy Divide Backyard Ultra

Windy Divide Backyard Ultra is an ultra and running race on August 27, 2027 in Max, ND, with an entry fee of $100.

Date
August 27, 2027 (287 days to go)
Price
$100
Sports
UltraRunning

From the Organizer

Come join us for an exciting race! A backyard race where you decide how far you want to go! Bring your tent, canopy, and snacks and get ready for a fun weekend! Breakfast served the following morning. Proceeds will go to a local school of choice!

Early Entry fee: $100

Entry fee after Nov. 25: $120


Rules

-4.1 mile loop every hour on the hour
-Failure to complete the loop in the allotted time results in an end to your race
-Have fun!

 

Prizes and Swag

Medals for those who complete 7 loop minimum

Belt buckles for the farthest Male and Female

Events

Windy Divide Backyard Ultra$100

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

78°

Typical Low

53°

Chance of Rain

20%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Max, 11 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:56 AMSunset 8:35 PMDaylight 13h 40m

About Max, ND

Nearest Airport

MOT

Minot International Airport · 20 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Windy Divide Backyard Ultra, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

287

Days to train

Race
Windy Divide Backyard Ultra
Date
August 27, 2027

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Windy Divide Backyard Ultra?
Windy Divide Backyard Ultra is an ultra and running race held in Max, North Dakota on August 27, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more ultra races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Windy Divide Backyard Ultra?
Friday, August 27, 2027 in Max, North Dakota at 25365 27th St SE. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Windy Divide Backyard Ultra?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Windy Divide Backyard Ultra

Aug 27, 2027

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