Rules & Format
Tactical rucking is a tribute to the heavy burden borne by those in service. At Riptide Ruck, we translate this culture into a physical standard of resilience. Every mile on the sand is earned, every pound is a reminder of the mission.
Weight & Gear
Participants must carry a weighted backpack rucksack.
Starting weights:
Body wt > 150 lb: 30 pounds
Body wt < 150 lb: 20 pounds
Weight must be carried inside the rucksack.
Permitted starting weights include:
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ruck plates
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sandbags
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dumbbells
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other secured weight
All packs will be weighed prior to the start.
The Format
Riptide Ruck uses a last-person-standing format. Participants complete a 3-mile loop every hour.
Rules:
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Each loop must be completed within 60 minutes
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Participants receive approximately 10-15 minutes rest
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A new loop begins exactly every hour
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Participants must start each loop within 1 minute of the start hour
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Failure to finish or start results in elimination
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The event continues until only one participant has completed a loop
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One person will complete the race, all others will be DNF (did not finish)
Movement Timeline
Medical & Safety
Check-in: 1530 Saturday. Movement begins: 1800.
Final extraction: When the suck takes your soul.
Primary roadway with every 4th loop navigating the beach.
Beginning at Lap 10, weight increases are introduced.
Weight increases using event distributed 10 lb sandbags. Once added, sandbags may not be removed.
Weight progression:
Lap 10 – add 10 lbs
Lap 12 – add 10 lbs
Lap 14 – add 10 lbs
Lap 16 – add 10 lbs
Maximum weight: 70 pounds
Tactical medical support stationed at Middleton Park HQ. Self-care hydration mandatory. Primary headlamp plus reflective vest or flashing rear light mandatory from event start until sunrise.