GORUCK Rough Runners – Running Shoes from GORUCK
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GORUCK Rough Runners – Running Shoes from GORUCK

You need the right shoes to run with weight – your regular running shoes won’t cut it. Here’s the new running shoes from GORUCK – the GORUCK Rough Runners. If running and rucking constitute your training, the Rough Runners will be your solid partner. This shoe is commendable for its exemplary performance, exceptional durability, and reliable comfort, no matter the surface. This running shoe is from GORUCK, known for making indestructible rucksacks and boots, and is named after the original Rough Runner, Teddy Roosevelt. Rough Runners – Running shoes from GORUCK meant for running with weight on your back: GORUCK Rough Runners – Overview One of the best features of the Rough Runners is the Gradient Density™ EVA midsole. It is custom-formulated with better long-term durability to provide cushioning and rebound. The EVA midsole delivers more bounce under the ball of your feet and becomes more stable towards your heel. This ensures you’re always running with 3X Support™ for all three arches in your foot. The upper also brings greatness to the shoe with its seamless, one-piece 100D polyester mesh. [Read more …]

GORUCK Simple Side Pocket
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GORUCK Simple Side Pocket

Let’s take a look at the Simple Side Pocket. Use this to add internal or external storage to your Rucker, GR1, GR2 – or anything with MOLLE. When you’re rucking or hiking, you don’t want to stop just to get something inside your rucksack—you want your essentials to be easily accessible at all times. This is the purpose of the Simple Side Pocket. It is an invaluable gear that is underrated and often neglected but essential to your missions. Simple Side Pocket in “Coyote” or Black: Simple Side Pocket – Overview Just because it is called Simple Side Pocket doesnt mean it can only be used on the side of your rucksack. For as long as there is a place to attach it, you can also use the Simple Side Pocket on the back or inside. You can easily connect it to the MOLLE webbing outside your ruck for fast access to things you want on the go. Or equip yourself with a better internal organization when you’ve got your ruck open and need to get something quick. The front [Read more …]

GORUCK Indestructible Grid Fleece Full Zip
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GORUCK Indestructible Grid Fleece Full Zip

Just in time for winter is the new Indestructible Grid Fleece Full Zip from GORUCK. GORUCK apparel, rucksacks, and gear are worth the investment because of their high-quality materials, structure, and functionality. The Indestructible Grid Fleece Full Zip is not an exemption. Its design and fabrics make it ideal for backpacking and other activities in cold weather. GORUCK Indestructible Grid Fleece Full Zip: GORUCK Indestructible Grid Fleece Full Zip – Overview The Polartec® Power Grid™ fabric has lightweight, hi-tech warmth, while the ToughDry® Fabric made with nylon has high abrasion resistance. These two tough-performance fabrics are combined to make the Indestructible Grid Fleece Full Zip. The patented grid structure knit of the Grid Fleece intensifies performance efficiency by improving warmth and breathability while also decreasing fabric mass. These geometric patterns improve compressibility and sweat-wicking and add technical style. With the reinvention of thermal warmth possibilities, Power Grid™ enhances fabric performance while delivering a minimalist design. The ToughDry fabric reinforces the elbows and shoulders of the Indestructible jacket for additional abrasion resistance underneath your ruck and during low crawls. This is [Read more …]

GORUCK GR0 – 16L Compact Rucksack – Made in the USA
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GORUCK GR0 – 16L Compact Rucksack – Made in the USA

Let’s take a look at the GORUCK GR0 Compact Rucksack. If you are looking for a smaller rucksack/backpack for your EDC or daily essentials, the GORUCK GRO is the perfect pack. It is a brilliant pack that fits a laptop of up to 13″, an iPad, batteries, and a few extras for a day of hiking. It is also rigid, reliable, and minimalist, yet ready to face any challenge. The GR0 – only from GORUCK: GORUCK GR0 Compact Rucksack – Overview The GRO is one of the original three rucks of GORUCK, derived from GR1 but made for smaller frames and essentials. Extremely made well in the USA, the GORUCK GRO is efficient, compact, reliable, and rugged, prepared to confront demanding activities. This pack opens flat, making it easier to pack and organize, and it has extra padded shoulder straps and a top handle, so you can carry heavier loads more comfortably. Though small, GRO has a bombproof laptop compartment next to your back that is extra strengthened and has a false bottom so your laptop won’t be noticed when [Read more …]

GORUCK Ruck Rain Cover
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GORUCK Ruck Rain Cover

The GR1 and other bags from GORUCK aren’t water proof – they are only water resistant. That’s why you need a Ruck Rain Cover to keep your stuff dry (from the outside). Your GORUCK rucksacks are water-resistant, but you can make them 100% waterproof and protected with the Ruck Rain Cover. It is lightweight, tearproof, packable to the size of a beer can, and the most rigid rain cover on the market. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Ruck Rain Cover – Overview The Ruck Rain Cover adds an extra layer of protection when rucking or traveling to make your rucksack last longer. Not only does it protect from the rain but also from woods, thorns, and other elements when hiking and rucking in the woods. Minimal exposure of your rucksack to water and debris can extend its life and keep it clean for other activities. By simply taking your Rain Cover out and pulling it over your rucksack can make it completely waterproof. It has a 70D ripstop weaving that makes the rain [Read more …]

Rucker with Camo Interior
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Rucker with Camo Interior

Here’s a new option for the Rucker – you can get a Rucker with Camo Interior. The Rucker is now upgraded for a more comfortable rucking and to make it even easier to maintain your equipment. It is the most comfortable rucksack ever made and the tool to make you stronger if you train hard on dirt, grass, and concrete. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: Rucker 4 Review The Rucker 4 is great – check out my in-depth Rucker 4 review. This is not the camo interior model – but this camo exterior model works just the same. Rucker with Camo Interior – Overview What significant change did GORUCK make in Rucker 4? All interior pockets are now velcro closure with huge pull tabs, so you can work them even with gloves on, even when it’s cold out. This makes your Rucker more durable than ever before. The top padding of the interior Ruck Plate Pocket is reinforced, so your ruck will naturally slide forward a bit on your back when you do [Read more …]

GORUCK Black Friday Sale 2022
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GORUCK Black Friday Sale 2022

GORUCK has GORUCK Holiday Deals – all month long. This is the Black Friday sale for 2022 – if you want great rucking gear at the best discounts of the year. Get up to 40% discount on your most coveted rucksacks, sandbags, and more on GORUCK’s Black Friday Sale. Everything is available while supplies last, and particular rucksacks can sell out earlier. Get them before they’re gone. GORUCK Holiday Deals: GORUCK Holiday Deals – Black Friday Sale 2022 – Overview When it comes to rugged and bulletproof backpacks/rucksacks, one name that stands out is GORUCK. GORUCK builds the best, most rigid rucking gear to equip the rucking revolution. Not only are their rucksacks tough, but their footwear, apparel, and equipment are equally tough and indestructible. And because they are made from excellent materials, their products also come with a high price tag. But you don’t have to worry because these products will last you a lifetime, especially since they are all backed with GORUCK’Scars Lifetime Guarantee. The Black Friday Sale is the best time of the year to take advantage [Read more …]

New GORUCK Heritage Rucksacks
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New GORUCK Heritage Rucksacks

GORUCK’s GR2 and Bullet are now available in a Heritage edition. One of the essential features we look for when purchasing things is the product’s durability. You want your purchases to last for years, even if you use them multiple times. And if you live an active lifestyle, these rucksacks from GORUCK are what you are looking for—durable, functional, and will last for many years. Made with waxed canvas, this is a class look with exceptional functionality too – from GORUCK: New GORUCK Heritage Rucksacks – Overview Heritage means it’s proven by our grandfathers and our grandfather’s grandfathers. And that it will last the test of time for those generations who come after us. The GORUCK Heritage Rucksacks use the most potent possible duck canvas and a waxing process called the Martexin Wax, proven over the last 170 years Naval battles and tea races from China to London in the mid-19th century were the proving grounds that led to the flawless waxed canvas. And as if it isn’t enough, GORUCK backed these rucksacks with their Scars Lifetime Guarantee. GORUCK will [Read more …]

GORUCK x Uncharted – First Aid Kit
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GORUCK x Uncharted – First Aid Kit

Need an outstanding first aid kit? Get one with the new GORUCK x Uncharted bundle. It’s a tough as nails GR1 (or GR2) with an excellent first aid kit. GORUCK, the creator of the best, toughest rucking gear, and Uncharted Supply Co, the creator of the most comprehensive survival systems, came together for a new and amazing creation—a unique survival bundle to navigate any type of emergency. This bundle is a collection of first-aid necessities packed into a water-resistant pouch that fits in your pocket. Here’s some of the styles we are going to look at: GORUCK x Uncharted – Overview The GORUCK x Uncharted allows you to choose between GR1 and GR2 as your preferred rucksack. GR1 is undeniably the toughest rucksack GORUCK has ever built. It is developed and proven by Special Forces soldiers serving in Baghdad and is versatile enough for New York City. GR2 is what you grab when you want to travel with one rucksack hands-free. Both rucksacks have a Bombproof laptop compartment that is extra reinforced with a false bottom so that when you [Read more …]

OOFOS Sandals for Men
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OOFOS Sandals for Men

OOFOS makes the world’s best sandals (flip-flops). I found this brand via GORUCK – they had a very time-limited OOFOS sandal branded with the GORUCK spearhead – but they are all sold out – nd have been for quite some time. But that’s OK because you can get OOFOS Sandals from Road Runner Sports. (They don’t carry the GORUCK spearhead branded version though…) Exercise is good for the body as it helps in promoting general health. But exercise is also demanding on your joints, especially your feet and ankles. This can lead to fatigue, muscle tightness, discomfort, and soreness. To reduce pressure and demand on your feet and joints, recovery footwear is essential. Rest those weary dogs with these OOFOS sandals and flip-flops: OOFOS Sandals for Men – Overview Recovery footwear can help ease fatigue, pain, and tightness and make you feel recharged. OOFOS sandals can help you with this. They are made with proprietary OOfoam™ technology that helps absorb 37% more impact than traditional foam footwear materials. The patented footbed on each sandal cradle and supports arches. When paired [Read more …]