Hi everyone, on June 19th 2026 I completed the unsupported FKT for the Barnegat Lighthouse Out and Back (BOAB) run that covers the length of LBI starting at Barnegat Lighthouse, running down to Holgate via Long beach blvd and back to Barnegat Lighthouse. I did the route in 4hr 48 min. I ran with a running vest that carried my nutrition (gels) and phone and I carried two re-fillable ultra running water bottles that I filled up at public water fountains along the route. I also ate ~110g carbs per hour and drank water when I was thirsty. This FKT was completed in the summer in 75-80 degree heat with no shade, so if this route is ran in the cooler months of the year, this record has a good shot to be lowered. Things to be wary of include: high traffic areas in the summer, heat and no shade, and windy days. The day that I ran it, the wind wasn't too bad for NJ beach wind ~7-10 mph wind from the west. Definitely was a great route to run and scenic, with beach towns the entire route. I would definitely recommend going for it if you live down by the beach, and I hope my run can motivate someone else to go after the unsupported record!
If anyone has any questions about the run, reach out to me on my Insta (csot___) I'd be happy to help!