Train hard. Time smart. Outlast the clock with Sir Ricks-a-Lap
The Ultimate Timer for Backyard Ultra Runners
Conquer your next backyard ultra with Sir Ricks-a-Lap — the ultimate lap timer with alerts, auto-restarts, and bold design. Built for endurance athletes.
Sir Ricks-a-Lap is your personal race master, built specifically for backyard ultra-style running events.
Whether you're hosting a solo challenge or organizing a group event, this precision timer app keeps the laps rolling — with audible warnings, lap tracking, and customizable race lengths.
Features
Track up to 100 runners with individual bib numbers
Manually add or import runners from a database
Real-time lap tracking with individual lap counters
6 runner statuses: DNS (Did Not Start), RUN, INC (Incomplete), OVR (Overdue), RTC (Refused to Continue), WIN (Winner)
Tap runner buttons to update status and lap count with color-coded feedback
Auto-transition of 'RUN' buttons:
Green = completed lap
Black = still running
Auto-changes to OVR if not tapped before next lap starts
Master race countdown with warning sounds at 3, 2, and 1 minute marks
Manual trigger buttons for Whistle 1–3, Airhorn, and Cowbell
"Silence This Lap" toggle to mute sounds temporarily
Clock color turns red when a lap is silenced
Persistent background audio and alert handling
Auto-save and recovery of race state after phone shutdown or crash
Pause-Adjust-Resume feature to modify race time and lap count mid-race
External display support for mirroring race progress on a second screen
Pro interface with theme colors and mobile responsiveness
Who It's For:
Backyard Ultra Enthusiasts
Race Organizers
Training for Last Man Standing races
Solo runners who want structure and accountability
Train hard. Time smart. Outlast the clock with Sir Ricks-a-Lap.
FAQ
Q: Can I use this during a real race? A: Absolutely! It was made for that.
Q: What’s with the exploding head logo? A: You’ll get it after Lap 10...
Testimonials
“I laughed. I raced. I cried. Then I won. – A Happy Runner”
“Best timer app since the invention of time.” – Tech Guru Weekly