Men: There are CSAUP events and then there is the Quarter Ruck. Since the first edition (QRI circa January 2014) the bar has been raised each year. And on March 10, 2017, we will redefine the premier CSAUP standard once again. The Quarter Ruck has grown from a 3 hour ruck GRC sim to an elite rucking event that is designed for all Pax. From rookie ruckers to the most experienced and capable Pax, this event is for you. Quarter Ruck V will deliver a challenging event for you whether you are preparing for a Go Ruck Heavy or just want to see what an ultimate team can accomplish on a Friday night.
Preliminary Information:
Physical and Mental Preparation
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Starting point/Endex: TBD (Probable: North Mecklenburg Park 16131 Old Statesville Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078) (Parking at Christ Community Church next door)
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Hard Start: 2200 Hours (10:00PM Friday 3/10/17)
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Soft Finish: 0700 Hours (7:00AM Saturday 3/11/17)
***ACRT FOR ALL FINISHERS UPON COMPLETION***
This event will focus on all aspects of GR Challenges including:
- Mental and Emotional Preparation (Focus and determination)
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Physical ability in the form of
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Rucking mileage (20+ miles)
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Running mileage (5k)
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- Time limited objectives
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If you are wondering if you can do this…you can. But the time is now, prepare yourself and your team. Here is an example of what you can expect: http://f3nation.com/2015/02/03/quarter-ruck-ii-1-30-15-backblast/
Some standard requirements of each participant:
- A rucksack or backpack (any kind will do, but if the straps break, good luck)
- Your weight requirement:
- If You Are Under 150 lbs.
- 20 LB Ruck Plate (or equivalent)
- or 4 wrapped bricks
- or 20 LB Filler Bag
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If You Are 150 lbs. and Over
- 30 LB Ruck Plate (or equivalent)
- or 6 wrapped bricks
- or 30 LB Filler Bag
- If You Are Under 150 lbs.
- Water, 2L minimum (hydration bladder recommended)
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As a team, you will also need one 25 lb. team weight and one American Flag
- Photo ID and $20 quitters cash for cab fare in case you need to bail (but we hope you don’t)
- Headlamp with extra batteries
- PT belt/reflective bands on your ruckaround your ruck
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Additional requirements and information will be conveyed to participants as the event gets closer
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There is a $10 entry “donation” to cover patch and other miscellaneous costs (if you want to PayPal you can, but please send as friends & family and use {richard DOT schooley AT gmail DOT com}
DISCLAIMER: We understand you may be concerned about the duration. First of all, if you post regularly to F3 workouts, you can do this. But by no means will it be easy. Prepare your body and mind. That being said, the Cadre are your F3 brothers and they will ensure your safe return to your car or the hospital, whatever is appropriate at the time.
Your Cadre are NOT military veterans, they are NOT affiliated with GoRuck, they ARE volunteers and not professional even at that.
So think of this as an extended F3 workout that happens to take on a completely stupid and utterly pointless nature.
If you choose to take part in this event, we can’t stop you. But if you do decide to HC and finish, you will wear that patch with pride because you will have worked your tail off to get it. You understand that when you sign up for this event that you are assuming all risk. The Cadre will do everything in their power to prevent injury and should injury occur they will do their best to handle it appropriately, but if you have any tendency toward litigious reconciliation then this event is not for you; please do not sign up.
See you on the 10th, don’t be late.