1:10:05 “it’s okay, I’ll take him to the win”. Most beautiful moment when you realize he’s not pushing to win anymore, he’s pushing to help another competitor reach their goal.
This was the sickest thing I ever seen. I never seen a human being totally empty like this in the tank. wow I am stunned, I am in love. I don't know what to say I just want to start to run and never stop.
I was watching this live from my corner of Canada, tuning in every hour for ~10 minutes each lap once it was about 60. I remember feeling very wrung out as each incredible runner bowed out until it was Phil, Sam, and Harvey. Then I was just waiting, biting my nails. The last couple laps where Sam was just hurting was tough - I know what pneumonia is like, and I can’t imagine how deep he had to dig for those last few yards. Then at the start of 102, when he got into racer’s stance, I knew this was it. I have to admit there were some serious tears. This documentary brought every emotion back, all of them. It was also great to see the early victories of folks who came for PBs not last one standing. That’s the real heart of the Backyard. The early ones who leave it all out there but have a new best ever then the last one standing - they all proved something. Running changes a person, at their core. And those of us privileged enough to witness it are also changed for the better. Kudos for wringing out so many tears.
I knew this race was epic! But this documentary absolutely captured all the feelings. I felt like I was experiencing the various journeys of the runners along the way. So, so, sooo good!
Great production value and amazing story telling! This was incredible. A credit to all behind the camera and out on the loop. What a moment to capture.
I discovered ultrarunning last year, even though I'm ultrarunning yet. Im growing in the sport, step by step. Ok this magnificent doc I could really see why running is an extraordinary sport. This doc is showing only 50% of what running is. The other 50% are inside their hearts, their souls and the experience had within them. Congratulations on this amazing production. All participants are extraordinary.
To the Athletes… could not be more in awe more humbled and more inspired from watching your deeply vulnerable journey … ultra culture is so powerful To the race director and race team and volunteers … this is such a beautiful part of the world - thanks for sharing it with the wider trail and ultra and running families To the production team… incredible work best ultra trail doco for a long time
Ollie did Fantastic! what an amazing kid to achieve that at 14, His mum and dad must be so proud! when i was 14 i was playing call of duty and pulling my pecker LOL, to have that level of discipline and determination at such a young age is a special thing, well done to everyone who competed! so inspiring!
Sam Harvey is a KILLER ! Can not wait for Bigs. This event is what sucked me into Backyard ultras. The Harvey Show ! Also, Phil Gore obviously a maniac.
I‘ve already come back repeatedly to this doc which is more like a full movie on its own. And whenever I come back, the first thing that comes to my mind is „Sam Harvey is a KILLER !“ He absolutely is. Pure inspiration!
Beautiful work Daniel. Really captured the event really well. All those memories came flooding back. It’s going to be so amazing watching these giants push each other to great new heights at Bigs this week.
What a phenomenal documentary, that really did such a monumental event justice. Awesome work Tim, Dan, and the entire DCG community 🤩🫡 Bring on BIG’s! 💪
Just stumbled across this at 6am on a Sunday feeling a little low. Awesome. Great to watch, congrats to all. Inspiring! Heading out for a morning walk and a few k's in the sun. Cheers! Might see you there one year for a lap or two!
This is a magnificent video with superb production values, which really captures the feel of these kind of events. I enjoyed it enormously. Your choice of music gave me a chuckle, as I've used several of the same tracks in my films!
This comraderie and togetherness of these athletes is beyond compare. Outstanding role models. And what a wonderful, beautiful piece of art this movie is. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Absolutely beautiful piece of work! Unbelievable feats of human endurance captured brilliantly…like most I knew the outcome, but I was still in tears at the end…Fantastic documentary!
There are some amazing Ultra documentaries on TH-cam and I’ve watched many of them, some more than once…but this one has the edge over all of them. Just wow. Thank you so much and total respect and admiration for everyone runner and those who supported them and brought this documentary to our screens 🙏🏻💙
After seeing this film (which is VERY well made) I'm left with admiration. Admiration of the stamina that these people poses but also the courage they have. When I grow up I want be like them :-)
Man, I rarely post on videos, but that was one hell of a documentary! I’m blown away by the athletes and their perseverance. Whether you’re the first, or not first, you’re all amazing people. And again Kudos to the actual videography, and the way this was captured. Very well done to all involved.
Awe inspiring! A 14 year old getting 100kms, seeing the comradeship amongst the runners, seeing people struggling but then managing another 5, 10 up to 30 additional loops. Amazing!
@Arisafari77 By any chance have you seen Russ Cook (aka Hardest Geezer)? Running the length of Africa for charity and has an entire series of vlogs on it, fantastic for workout watching
Couldn’t imagine what that amount of exertion and lack of sleep feels like. I’d love to know the athletes avg heart rates, calorie intake, amount of sleep, etc…
Great doco guys. Brilliant
Thanks so much for watching 👀 ☺️
Backyard Ultra for the Backyard Adventurer?
1:10:05 “it’s okay, I’ll take him to the win”. Most beautiful moment when you realize he’s not pushing to win anymore, he’s pushing to help another competitor reach their goal.
Yes! This moment really got me. Really showed his heart as a competitor, knowing he was ill and kept pushing so Phil could get the record.
This is without a doubt one of the best running documentaries I've ever seen. Fantastic work.
Completely agree, and I seen 'em all
Man, when Ollie was having a tough time and his pops told him he’s proud no matter what. That’s a strong father-son bond. Love to see it
Most strong men had strong fathers.
This was the sickest thing I ever seen. I never seen a human being totally empty like this in the tank. wow I am stunned, I am in love. I don't know what to say I just want to start to run and never stop.
I could never walk this far, let alone run. The mental strength is what keeps me watching these videos. Absolutely amazing
That was one of the best documentaries about racing that I've seen. Really inspiring!
1:10:56 "... Big boyz... We are the big boyz."
Hell yeah!! It's was amazing to watch this. Thank you!!
I was watching this live from my corner of Canada, tuning in every hour for ~10 minutes each lap once it was about 60.
I remember feeling very wrung out as each incredible runner bowed out until it was Phil, Sam, and Harvey. Then I was just waiting, biting my nails.
The last couple laps where Sam was just hurting was tough - I know what pneumonia is like, and I can’t imagine how deep he had to dig for those last few yards.
Then at the start of 102, when he got into racer’s stance, I knew this was it. I have to admit there were some serious tears.
This documentary brought every emotion back, all of them. It was also great to see the early victories of folks who came for PBs not last one standing.
That’s the real heart of the Backyard. The early ones who leave it all out there but have a new best ever then the last one standing - they all proved something. Running changes a person, at their core. And those of us privileged enough to witness it are also changed for the better.
Kudos for wringing out so many tears.
I knew this race was epic! But this documentary absolutely captured all the feelings. I felt like I was experiencing the various journeys of the runners along the way. So, so, sooo good!
Honestly watched this about 10 times. Even ran with it playing in my ear. Best motivator I’ve had for running. Can’t get enough of it
I’m the same!
Great production value and amazing story telling! This was incredible. A credit to all behind the camera and out on the loop. What a moment to capture.
Just came across this documentary and it it doesn’t waste any tick of a clock watching. Congratulations to all of you
Thanks so much for watching
I discovered ultrarunning last year, even though I'm ultrarunning yet. Im growing in the sport, step by step. Ok this magnificent doc I could really see why running is an extraordinary sport. This doc is showing only 50% of what running is. The other 50% are inside their hearts, their souls and the experience had within them. Congratulations on this amazing production. All participants are extraordinary.
To the Athletes… could not be more in awe more humbled and more inspired from watching your deeply vulnerable journey … ultra culture is so powerful
To the race director and race team and volunteers … this is such a beautiful part of the world - thanks for sharing it with the wider trail and ultra and running families
To the production team… incredible work best ultra trail doco for a long time
Incredibly motivational and well captured!!! Ollie is a legend!
Superb doco. One of the best running stories I’ve had the pleasure of watching
What an awesome documentary. It makes my Back Yard ultra attempt look so miniscule. These guys are extraordinary.
What an amazing production! Massive congratulations to all the athletes and the people involved in making this documentary. World class!
This was life changing to watch....Thankyou Sam & Phil for such super human strength and fortitude!..........great art Dan!
I'm speechless. Incredible
Ollie did Fantastic! what an amazing kid to achieve that at 14, His mum and dad must be so proud! when i was 14 i was playing call of duty and pulling my pecker LOL, to have that level of discipline and determination at such a young age is a special thing, well done to everyone who competed! so inspiring!
Sam Harvey is a KILLER ! Can not wait for Bigs. This event is what sucked me into Backyard ultras. The Harvey Show ! Also, Phil Gore obviously a maniac.
I‘ve already come back repeatedly to this doc which is more like a full movie on its own. And whenever I come back, the first thing that comes to my mind is „Sam Harvey is a KILLER !“ He absolutely is. Pure inspiration!
Beautiful work Daniel. Really captured the event really well. All those memories came flooding back. It’s going to be so amazing watching these giants push each other to great new heights at Bigs this week.
If not the best running docos I’ve ever watched!!! Captured the essence of ultra running, no ego, just human spirit!
What a phenomenal documentary, that really did such a monumental event justice. Awesome work Tim, Dan, and the entire DCG community 🤩🫡
Bring on BIG’s! 💪
Such an amazing and well shot documentary! Loved every second of it
Just stumbled across this at 6am on a Sunday feeling a little low. Awesome. Great to watch, congrats to all. Inspiring! Heading out for a morning walk and a few k's in the sun. Cheers! Might see you there one year for a lap or two!
This deserves 1000000x more love than it's getting. Just excellent from Start to finish. Kudos.
That was bloody epic!!!! And what what a show of love and support! Especially for two blokes from small countries like Aus and NZ!
Sam making NZ proud! what a MACHINE.
This is a magnificent video with superb production values, which really captures the feel of these kind of events. I enjoyed it enormously. Your choice of music gave me a chuckle, as I've used several of the same tracks in my films!
Tears and goosebumps ❤
Absolutely awesome Tim 👍
"Better than Meth" --That would be the most awesome slogan/shirt for this race!
Epic production! Best thing I've watched in a while. More of these please!
Incredible... that is all... incredible.
I so agree 😮
First class documentary, inspiring
Great stuff, Dan! Bravo! Proud to be a part of it.
I've never seen a running documentary like this it's amazing great work. These guys are just built differently!!
WOW! This is a masterpiece. Absolutely brilliant work to all involved. Thank you!!
You know shit's real when you get to 367km and there's still 30 minutes left in the run time
...and one minute later a guy's taken out in an ambulance
Amazing doco. Very well made and captures what a great event Tim puts on.
This is AWESOME! From the incredible event, to the amazing cinemotagraphy, and the personalities as the runners as well! Love it!
This comraderie and togetherness of these athletes is beyond compare. Outstanding role models. And what a wonderful, beautiful piece of art this movie is. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
such a beautiful documentary man. the score is phenomenal. bravo
Absolutely beautiful piece of work! Unbelievable feats of human endurance captured brilliantly…like most I knew the outcome, but I was still in tears at the end…Fantastic documentary!
Just WOW. Congratulations to all runners, helpers, organizers and film crew.
So well put together and the work to capture all that in hindsight! Wonderful. Cannot wait to see what is achieved this weekend at Bigs.
Wow! that was amazing.
Well done for a great run event. Well done to all the competitors
Thank you for a world class documentary
Fantastic work.
There are some amazing Ultra documentaries on TH-cam and I’ve watched many of them, some more than once…but this one has the edge over all of them. Just wow. Thank you so much and total respect and admiration for everyone runner and those who supported them and brought this documentary to our screens 🙏🏻💙
Love, loved this film, beautifully shot capturing the crazy yet fascinating world of ultra running #ykiyk. Well done Daniel
Wow what a great film. Really captured the emotions, pain and commitment from the runners. So inspiring, they are completely crazy!
What a masterpiece. Thank you for your work. Love it ❤
Amazed by these runners, reminds me of the film 'They Shoot Horses Don't They' all about the craze for dance marathons in 1930s.
Awesome work Daniel....backyard ultra is gruelling..hats off! to these outstanding ultra warriors .
Just finished. What a crazy ride. Thanks for making this docco
Beautiful documentary. One of the best I have ever watched. I hope you continue to make more.
Amazing documentary!!!
After seeing this film (which is VERY well made) I'm left with admiration. Admiration of the stamina that these people poses but also the courage they have. When I grow up I want be like them :-)
This was absolutely amazing...even as an ultra runner I think this is crazy!!
Top classs production. Amazing work crew.
amazing, really inspiring. Congrats to every person who entered the event. So much courage, determination and heart.
Incredible documentary. Thank you.
Incredible physical feat, and incredible film! Hats off!!
That was amazing. Such a brilliant and beautiful documentary.
Great series, really nice work. Congrats to all the athletes!
Wow! Such a spectacular documentary! Amazing production to showcase such an inspiring event. Well done to all involved.
Incredible film. Incredible humans.
Brilliant. Loved it. Booked onto my first BYU as a result. So thank you 🙏 ❤
Wow! 🔥
Wow that was awesome. Very slick production. Well done. Also how about all the competitors. Amazing.
awesome film thank you
Amazing work, thank you for covering this!
Simply incredible.
Mi hai fatto commuovere. Grazie!
Excellent production!
Thanks 😊
Man, I rarely post on videos, but that was one hell of a documentary! I’m blown away by the athletes and their perseverance. Whether you’re the first, or not first, you’re all amazing people. And again Kudos to the actual videography, and the way this was captured. Very well done to all involved.
Appreciate your kind feedback 🙏
Absolutely brilliant. A masterpiece.
Just remarkable 🙏🏼💪🏼
Awe inspiring! A 14 year old getting 100kms, seeing the comradeship amongst the runners, seeing people struggling but then managing another 5, 10 up to 30 additional loops. Amazing!
Great documentary.
What a great ride this film was! Thank you!
Great doco legends 👊 so many epic stories happen that should be told like this
Amazing video. Cant wait to run with these legends next year!
FANTASTIC!
This is beyond amazing!
I am sobbing 😭 i cannot even begin to comprehend what i just witnessed
I was brought to tears multiple times, beautiful and inspiring!
@@calvin_geo I'm going to go to the gym right now and I'm going to watch it again. just too good and too inspirational to just sit on the couch
@Arisafari77 By any chance have you seen Russ Cook (aka Hardest Geezer)? Running the length of Africa for charity and has an entire series of vlogs on it, fantastic for workout watching
How tf can yall watch videos while working out@@calvin_geo
Amazing video
Good doc! Love the build up.
SO amazing!
So impressive! And now look what Harvey Lewis went on to do. Amazing!
"better then meth"
😂😂😂
*than
Classic dry Aussie humour
Best response🤣🤣
Best. Quote. Ever. ❤
absolutely gold. this is how you make a documentary
Did not think this was humanly possible. How do you cover that many miles for that long with basically no sleep!?!?!
great video!
Absolutely stunning! One question for Phil I'd love to have heard - how many laps do you think you still had in you? Epic. Truly epic.
Wow 😮
great doco
This film convinced me to enter Dead Cow Gully in 2024. First Backyard-Ultra here we come!
See you out there!
Couldn’t imagine what that amount of exertion and lack of sleep feels like. I’d love to know the athletes avg heart rates, calorie intake, amount of sleep, etc…