MAD Backyard Ultra

02/16/2026

🔥 ONE DOWN. TWO TO GO. ARE YOU IN FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP? 🔥

You survived the MAD Backyard Ultra—now it’s time to keep the momentum rolling!

If you want to be crowned in the 2026 Chattanooga Ultra Championship, your next stop is the Locomotion Endurance Event this April! To be eligible for the championship awards and that final series medal, you MUST compete in all three legs:

1️⃣ MAD Backyard Ultra (COMPLETED! ✅)
2️⃣ Locomotion Endurance Event (April 25) 🏃‍♂️💨
3️⃣ The Circle Endurance Event (November 21)

Why Locomotion?
Whether you’re chasing a 50K, 100 miles, or just want to see how many loops you can click off in 3, 6, 12, or 24 hours, Locomotion is the perfect place to stack your mileage for the cumulative championship standings.

✨ THE PERKS:

Special Series Medals for those who complete a 50K or more at each stop!

Grand Prizes for top cumulative mileage (Male, Female, & Masters).

The road to the championship title runs through April. Let’s see those Locomotion registrations! 🛎️💪

Here are those in the running: 👇👇

🔗 https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=126530

02/02/2026

🔥 PODCAST ALERT: THE QUEEN OF THE YARD 🔥

Want to know what it takes to crush 32 Yards (133.44 miles) and set a new Female Course Record? 👑

Check out Ashley Rolewicz Pipkin on the latest episode of the Dirt & Vert Podcast! Ashley finished 3rd overall at the 2026 MAD Backyard Ultra, proving that grit, consistency, and a little bit of MADness go a long way.

Let’s show her some love in the comments! 👇 🐾

shares her incredible journey from recreational runner to competitive record-breaker. We talk about:
​🔁 The mental warfare of the "Last Person Standing" format.
​🍕 Why "eating enough" is the secret weapon most runners miss.
​🌲 The shift from social media highlights to real-world trail growth.
​⛰️ Her next big target: The Barkley Fall Classic.

​Whether you're training for your first 50k or eyeing a backyard finish, Ashley’s perspective on mental prep and personal growth is a game-changer.



​Listen now! 🎧
​Watch or listen on Spotify, YouTube, & YouTube Music or listen only on Apple, Amazon, and all other platforms.

​Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DvtJj5cfCUFIyUrMK6hYk?si=34670056371d4873

YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0L464oSUKVM2qCjRrPgnPA

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01/19/2026

🚨 THE MADNESS CONTINUES: 2027 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 🚨

Did you miss the bell this year? Or are you already itching to get back into the corral? Whether you’re looking for redemption or your very first buckle, now is the time to secure your spot for the 6th Annual MAD Backyard Ultra!

Our 2026 race was our biggest yet, and with the "MADness" spreading, we expect spots for 2027 to go faster than a 15-minute yard. Don’t get stuck on the waitlist—come join Harley and the crew at Camp Jordan for the ultimate test of will.

📅 Save the Date: January 16, 2027 📍 Location: Camp Jordan, East Ridge, TN 🛎️ The Format: 4.1667 miles. Every hour. Until only one is left.

Why sign up now?

The First Leg: MAD is the official kickoff for the Chattanooga Ultra Championship. Start your journey to the triple crown early!

Bronze Ticket: We are proud to continue as a qualifying event for the Big Dog’s Backyard Ultra series.

The Community: There is no atmosphere quite like the MAD village.

Are you ready to see how many yards you have in you? 🌀🏃‍♂️

🔗 https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=134935

Register Now!

01/19/2026

Proud to say the MAD has a new female course record holder. Ashley Rolewicz Pipkin. With 133 miles / 32 yards.

01/19/2026

Peter Rosenblad last one standing. Kyle Kalbus assist. New course record 145 miles.

01/18/2026

This epic race is now down to the top two runners, Kyle Kalbus & Peter Rosenblad! Female course record has been set by Ashley Pipkin at 133Miles!