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2026 Explore Your Backyard
探索後花園 2026
February 7, 2026 | 2026年2月7日
Tucheng, New Taipei City

物資領取時間/RACE PACK PICKUP TIME AND LOCATION:
2026 2/5 星期四 中午12:00-晚上8:00 | FEB 5 (Thursday), Noon to 8PM
2026 2/6 星期五 中午12:00- 晚上8:00. | FEB 6 (Friday), Noon to 8PM
領取地點 | Pickup Location:
FAV – SPORTS STORE (zhongxiao Fuxing)
FAV 運動傷害預防專家
台北市忠孝東路三段251巷12弄6號1樓

31 KM RUN – Super Tough

We’ve added a new longer course option for those looking for a truly challenging adventure. You’ll explore areas beyond the “Loop of Happiness”, the extra distance takes you over 31k and the extra elevation will take you over 2,000 m in total elevation gain. Please check below for special notes about this distance.

31KM 超級越野挑戰組
2026全新挑戰來襲!
我們全新推出更長距離的賽道選擇,
為尋求極限挑戰的跑者量身打造!
這條全新路線不僅帶您超越經典的「快樂地繞一圈」,
更將探索更多壯麗的風景。比21KM賽道更長,
總距離超過31公里,總爬升高度更突破2000公尺。
準備好迎接這前所未有的越野挑戰了嗎?
請務必參閱下方有關此距離的特別注意事項。

31 KM Registration Fee Schedule:
Early Bird: 2800 NTD
Regular Registration Until 12/15: 3000 NTD
Late Bird (From 12/16 Tshirt and Finisher Gift not guaranteed): 3300 NTD

報名費用表:

早鳥優惠:2800元新台幣
正式報名至 12/15:3000元新台幣
晚鳥 (12/16 起報名者不保證有 T-shirt 與完賽禮):3300元新台幣

Key Points To Know For the 31km:

This race distance has strict qualification requirements:
Successfully completing Explore Your Backyard 21km event on the Tucheng course within 5hrs 30 minutes,
or
Successfully completing Formosa Trail 40km event within 8 hrs 30 mins, or completing a longer Formosa Trail distance,
or
Have an ITRA PI of 400+.
You must reach CPB (~11km) within 2 hours 15 min of race start or you will be downgraded to 21km distance.
The time limit to complete the race successfully is 8hrs.

31KM 賽事須知:

此賽事距離需符合以下嚴格資格之一:

  • 成功完成 Explore Your Backyard 21KM(土城賽道),且完賽時間在5小時30分鐘內
  • 成功完成 Formosa Trail 40KM(完賽時間在8小時30分鐘內)或更長距離賽事
  • 擁有 ITRA PI 400+

注意:

賽事完賽時限為8小時。

您必須在比賽開始後2小時15分鐘內抵達 CPB (~11km),否則將被降級至21KM距離。


21* KM RUN – ToUGH

Race Director Petr describes this ITRA-certified trail as “Challenging.” Brace yourself for thrilling climbs, breathtaking views, and two of everyone’s favorite rope sections. And for those who’ve raced this trail before, get ready to relive the unforgettable “Loop of Happiness” that promises a joyous twist!

21 KM 越野挑戰組
賽道總監 Petr 用 “Challenging” 來形容這條經過
ITRA 認證的賽道,有爬升、有美麗的風景、
有兩段大家最愛的拉繩路段
(還有讓以前跑過這賽道的參賽者永生難忘的
”Loop of Happiness 快樂地繞一圈“ )

21 KM Registration Fee Schedule:
Early Bird: 2550 NTD
Regular Registration Until 12/15: 2800 NTD
Late Bird (from 12/16 Tshirt and finisher gift not guaranteed): 3000 NTD

報名費用表:

早鳥優惠:2550 元新台幣
正式報名至 12/15:2800元新台幣
晚鳥 (12/16 起報名者不保證有 T-shirt 與完賽禮):3000元新台幣

Key Points To Know For the 21k, there will be a certain level of difficulty, so we have some additional rules:

If you haven’t reached CPA by 9:30 am (9:15 if conditions are poor), you will downgrade to the 13k category.
If you haven’t reached CP2 (approximately 16.5 kilometers) by 1 pm, we will ask you to stop the race.
The 21k has a time limit of 7 hours; you should return to the finish line by 3 pm.

關於我們各個不同距離組別有些你該知道的重點
21k 會有一定的難度,所以我們有些額外規定:

1) 如果你在9:30分前還沒抵達CPA ,我們會在此處幫你降組到13k 的組別.
2) 如果你在下午1點前還沒抵達CP2(約16.5公里處) , 我們會請你停止比賽.
3) 21k總共限時7小時,你應當在下午3點前回到終點.


13 KM RUN – FAST

Every year, this trail attracts numerous off-road runners who love mid-to-long distances and crave speed, making the competition fierce. It’s also the perfect track for road runners looking to dip their toes into trail running. Of course, newcomers to off-road running are also welcome to challenge themselves on this advanced route!

13KM疾速山徑組
每年都吸引許多喜愛中長距離、有速度的越野跑者,
所以競爭激烈。
這條賽道也非常適合想試試看越野跑的路跑好手,
當然也歡迎剛踏入越野的朋友們來挑戰更高層次的路線。

13 KM Registration Fee Schedule:
NOTE: We will auto apply a 10% off for <18y old in 13km (born after 2007-01-01)
Early Bird: 2200 NTD
Regular Registration until 12/15: 2400 NTD
Late Bird (from 12/16 Tshirt and finisher gift not guaranteed): 2600 NTD

報名費用表:

注意: 18歲以下(2007/1/1後出生)會有10%的折扣
早鳥優惠:2200 元新台幣

正式報名至 12/15:2400元新台幣
晚鳥 (12/16 起報名者不保證有 T-shirt 與完賽禮):2600元新台幣


7 KM RUN/Hike – FUN

This is a fantastic opportunity for those wanting to try trail running. It’s perfect for beginners, hiking enthusiasts, and families to challenge their stamina while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Plus, there’s a treasure hunt game in this category!

7KM快樂跑 / 健行組
這是想嘗試越野跑的好機會。
適合初學者、喜愛健行的朋友,
也適合一家大小一同一邊欣賞美麗的風景,
一邊挑戰自己的體能。此外,
這個組別還有尋寶遊戲哦!

7 KM Registration Fee Schedule:
NOTE: We will auto apply a 15% off for <15y old in 7km (born after 2010-01-01)
Early Bird: 1650 NTD
Regular Registration Until 12/15: 1800 NTD
Late Bird (from 12/16 Tshirt and Finisher Gift not guaranteed): 1900 NTD

報名費用表:

注意: 我們將自動為7KM 組別中15歲以下的參賽者(2010年1月1日後出生)提供85折優惠。
早鳥優惠:1650 元新台幣
正式報名至 12/15:1800 元新台幣
晚鳥 (12/16 起報名者不保證有 T-shirt 與完賽禮):1900 元新台幣

COURSE MAP

Course Map
GPX Download

RACE PACK PICKUP 賽事物資領取

★ Important notice: Please bring your personal ID or passport (a photocopy of the ID or a photo or screenshot will be accepted) when picking up the material of race pack.

★ You must also sign a waiver form before you pickup your pack, you can download the waiver form here and bring a signed waiver form.

★ You can only pick up materials for additional registered participants. In this case you will need a photo of the ID of the person you are picking on behalf of along with a signed waiver form.

PICKUP TIMES & LOCATION:
NOT ANNOUNCED YET

RACEDAY 比賽日程

RACE DAY 2026年2月7日

6:30 AM – Race pack pickup for out of town participants | 早上06:30 – 07:30 台北地區外選手報名物資領取

6:30 AM to 8:45 AM – Personal Item Storage Area Open | 早上6:30 – 08:45 隨身物品寄放

7:15 AM – 31KM Category Start | 早上07:15 31K組別起跑

8:00 AM – 21KM Category Start | 早上08:00 21K組別起跑

8:45 AM – 13KM Category Start | 早上08:45 13K組別起跑

9:00 AM – 7KM Category Start | 早上09:00 7K組別起跑

11:00 AM – Lunch Service Begins | 早上11:00 午餐開始供應

12:00 PM – Award Ceremony | 中午12:00 頒獎典禮

What’s Included with Registration | 比賽包含什麼呢?

Event Insurance | 活動意外保險
Personal Insurance | 個人及活動保險
Personalized Bib | 客制號碼布
Iconic EYB Tshirt
Event Photography | 免費活動照片
Tons of Snacks & Drinks | 超多的補給點心及飲料
Lunch & 2 Deserts | 美味午餐
Post Run Draft Beer from Redpoint | 結束後的生啤酒(由紅點桌邊飲贊助)
Finisher Gift – Prizes for top finishers | 完賽禮品及優勝隊伍獎品