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72%Backyard Baltasara
Mieres · Asturias
TrailElite6.7kmD+ 250m
Why are they similar?
TerrainMountain vs Trail
DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite
Distance6.7km vs 6.7km (very similar)
Location725km apart
SeasonOctober vs September
Races similar to Backyard MGI Ronda
Backyard MGI Ronda is a elite mountain race with up to 6.7km and 130m of elevation gain. We've analyzed 10 races using 7 similarity metrics — terrain type, difficulty, distance, elevation, location, season and tags — to find the best alternatives. The closest match is Backyard Baltasara with a 72% similarity score.
Our recommendation
If you're looking for the most similar experience to Backyard MGI Ronda, we recommend Backyard Baltasara as the top match. If you prefer to stay in the same area, XIII CxM Faraján is your best option.
Similarity ranking
The 10 most similar races to Backyard MGI Ronda, ranked by overall affinity.
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72%XIII CxM Faraján
Faraján · Andalusia
MountainAdvanced23kmD+ 1,323m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are mountain races
DifficultyElite vs Advanced
Distance6.7km vs 23km (comparable)
LocationOnly 14km apart
SeasonOctober vs December
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3
72%Bee Backyard Trail Los Berrocales
Paracuellos de Jarama · Community of Madrid
TrailElite6.7kmD+ 240m
Why are they similar?
TerrainMountain vs Trail
DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite
Distance6.7km vs 6.7km (very similar)
Location439km apart
SeasonOctober vs November
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4
71%Backyard Ultra Dama Blanca
Aigües · Valencian Community
TrailElite6.706kmD+ 0m
Why are they similar?
TerrainMountain vs Trail
DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite
Distance6.7km vs 6.706km (very similar)
Location465km apart
SeasonBoth in October
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70%Eurafrica Trail
Algeciras · Andalusia
MountainAdvanced21.6kmD+ 1,100m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are mountain races
DifficultyElite vs Advanced
Distance6.7km vs 21.6km (comparable)
Location81km apart, same region area
SeasonBoth in October
6
6
70%CxM El Fuerte de Frigiliana
Frigiliana · Andalusia
MountainAdvanced21kmD+ 1,200m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are mountain races
DifficultyElite vs Advanced
Distance6.7km vs 21km (comparable)
Location113km apart, same region area
SeasonOctober vs June
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7
69%Desafío Sierra de Villaluenga
Villaluenga del Rosario · Andalusia
MountainAdvanced24kmD+ 1,300m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are mountain races
DifficultyElite vs Advanced
Distance6.7km vs 24km (comparable)
LocationOnly 21km apart
SeasonOctober vs November
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8
69%Backyard Costa Brava
Palamós · Catalonia
TrailElite6.7kmD+ 0m
Why are they similar?
TerrainMountain vs Trail
DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite
Distance6.7km vs 6.7km (very similar)
Location914km apart
SeasonBoth in October
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9
68%Trail Castillo de Anzur
Puente Genil · Andalusia
MountainAdvanced26kmD+ 1,175m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are mountain races
DifficultyElite vs Advanced
Distance6.7km vs 26km (comparable)
Location80km apart, same region area
SeasonOctober vs November
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10
68%El Último León
Melilla · Melilla
MixedElite6.706kmD+ 150m
Why are they similar?
TerrainMountain vs Mixed
DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite
Distance6.7km vs 6.706km (very similar)
Location257km apart
SeasonOctober vs January
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Frequently asked questions
How is race similarity calculated?
We use an algorithm with 7 weighted metrics: terrain affinity (25%), difficulty (20%), max distance (15%), shared tags (15%), elevation gain (10%), geographical proximity (10%) and season (5%). Each metric produces a 0-1 score that is weighted to obtain the final percentage.
What is this page for?
If you already know a race and enjoyed it, here you'll find others with similar characteristics. It's ideal for planning your race calendar or finding alternatives if your favourite race is sold out.
Is the Pack 360 the same for similar races?
Races with high similarity often share equipment needs, but each has its own specific requirements for mandatory gear, accommodation and logistics. Check each race's Pack 360 to be fully prepared.
Distances among these 10 alternatives range from 6.7km to 26km. 5 take place in the same region as Backyard MGI Ronda. 5 share its terrain type. 5 match its difficulty level. 7 fall in a similar season.
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