Ultra Running Hub Närpiö, Finland · Saturday, August 8, 2026
Middle of Nowhere Backyard Ultra
We hold no course length for this race — a timed or backyard event is measured by the clock, not the kilometre — so there is no Grit score to give you.
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2026 edition (35h) — ranked runners only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 35h | 36 | Juuso Turkia · 234.710 km | Leena Sakko · 160.944 km |
| 2025 | 24h | 16 | Verneri Teppo · 160.944 km | Jaana Salonen · 154.238 km |
| 2024 | 26h | 40 | Mikko Leskinen · 174.356 km | Susann Berg · 147.532 km |
| 2023 | 21h | 6 | Sebastian Latvala · 140.826 km | — |
The field grew 125% between 2025 (16) and 2026 (36). 11% of the 2026 field were women.
DUV results for the 2026 edition (35h) — ranked runners only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for this trail race with 70 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes Cushioning on trail that is still there in the last quarter.
- Race Nutrition Self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Flask capacity without the bounce.
- Headlamps A 24 h limit puts you out there after dark.
- GPS Watches Battery life first — an ultra outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Similar races
Other trail ultras of the same format.