Cancelled Event
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED
We are switching this event to an even bigger and better event called the "Pineywood Ruck Relay" which is on the same day and city. The Pineywood Ruck Relay is a team based event where people will ruck 27 miles as a team from the courthouse of Upshur County to the courthouse of Gregg County. Register for the Pineywoods RUCK Relay Here
Event Overview
The BIG BAD RUCK is a 3 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 2 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: 130ft per 2 mile loop
- Location: Pineywoods Valley Trails in Gilmer Texas (5293 State Hwy 300 Gilmer TX). Do not visit private property 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
3 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
9AM - 3 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:
- 3 Hour RUCK patch gray circle shape patch
- 6 Hour RUCK patch blue oval shape patch
- 12 Hour RUCK patch brown square shape patch
- 24 Hour RUCK patch red rectangle shape patch + 24 Hour Jacket
- 24 Hour DFL "Dead Freakin' Last" award
- 50 Mile Finishers get special 50 Mile 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 property Friday and Saturday night.
Important Details:
- 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.
- 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 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.
