Event Overview
The BIG BAD RUCK is a 1 hour, 6 hour, 12 hour, and 24 hour RUCK challenge that takes place in the piney woods of Northeast Texas. The challenge takes place on hilly single track dirt trails following a 1.5 mile loop on a private ranch.
Course Overview
- Course Map: https://caltopo.com/m/9THP911
- Surface: Dirt single track trails
- Course: All private ranch trails, creek crossings
- Elevation: 100ft per 1.5 mile loop
- Location: Private Ranch in Gilmer Texas (5293 State Hwy 300 Gilmer TX). Do not visit private ranch outside of event.
- Weather: Historic Average 52-78 derees
- No Cup Race: We don't serve cups, please make sure to bring your own water-carrying system!
Location and Times
1 HR, 6 HR, 12 HR, 24 HR will take place at the private ranch (5293 State Hwy 300 Gilmer TX). Do not visit private ranch outside of event.
Schedule -
Saturday
5 to 6AM - Bib Pickup
6AM - RUCKS Start
7AM - 1 HR RUCK ENDS
12PM - 6 HR RUCK ENDS
6PM - 12 HR RUCK ENDS
8PM - SUNSET
Sunday
6:00AM - 24 HR RUCKS Ends
What You Earn
RACE GEAR/AWARDS:
- 1 Hour RUCK patch light blue circle shape patch
- 6 Hour RUCK patch green triangle shape patch
- 12 Hour RUCK patch orange square shape patch
- 24 Hour RUCK patch black shield shape patch + 24 Hour Soft Shell Jacket
- 24 Hour DFL "Dead Freakin' Last" award
- 1st Place awards M & F for all challenges
EVENT EXPERIENCE:
- Aid Stations Food & Hydration
- Scenic Course
- Photography
- Fully Marked/Supported Course
- Friendly & Encouraging Race Staff/Volunteers
Ruck Requirements
- A rucksack, weight vest, or weight carrier
- Water/Hydration. Hydration Bladder and/or a bottle recommended.
- Any medication you might need
Weight requirements
- If you weigh more than 150 lbs = 30 lb. Ruck
- If you weigh less than 150 lbs = 20 lb. Ruck
Camping Information
For those looking to extend their adventure, we are offering tent and car camping on-site at the ranch for just $10 Friday or Saturday night. If you are participaing in the 24 hour event you do not need to pay for this.
Important Details:
- No camper trailers longer than 16 feet.
- No water or electricity will be provided at the camping area, so please come prepared with all necessary supplies (e.g., water, lighting, etc.).
- The camping area is located near the event start/finish line, making it easy for participants to rest between challenges.
- Reservations required — just pay the $10 fee at checkout when registering for the ruck and you be able to set up your tent or park your vehicle for camping.
- Quiet hours will be observed overnight to ensure a peaceful environment for all campers 9PM-5AM
- Porta-potties will be available near the camping area.
- Camping area is not level.
Set up your camp and immerse yourself in the beauty of the piney woods as you take on the BIG BAD RUCK!
More Information/Policies/FAQ
For more detailed information, including the course map, other event info, and aid stations, please visit www.TexasOutlawRunning.com
For Policies regarding event communication, refunds/credits, discounts, ensuring race shirts/swag, lower entry prices, and changing distance, visit our Policies Page
For other questions, please make sure to look at our Frequently Asked Questions page before contacting us. If the answer is on that page, we may not respond. You can contact us by visiting our website.
Event's current local time: 8:10 PM CT
