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Picking rucking up again, and thinking about footwear. I've got trail runners that I like, but I feel like they don't have the sturdiness/durability I'd need, so I got some Belleville C390s that are comfortable, even if I got some blisters after. I don't know if they need more break in time or if I got them like a half size off. Either way I didn't notice the sizing issue until two miles in, so not like I can return them anyway.

So my question is what people like for footwear? I've got Darn Tough socks that I love and wear every day.

Hi all,

Sorry if this isn't allowed feel free to delete.

I use the Ruckwell app from the app store but my last few rucks it has failed to save my workout.

I finish the ruck, go to click save and nothing happens, forcing me to abandon all of the workout data.

Does anyone have any experience with the app, or any more reliable alternatives, preferably free?

Thank you!

I've only been rucking for a couple of weeks, but I can't stop thinking about my next one. I've been lifting weights all of my life, but there's something about rucking that's really got me hooked.

I genuinely can't wait to get out tomorrow morning. I've even planned six different routes around my area, with each one a bit harder than the last.

Has anyone else been like this when they first started? Does this feeling last, or does it fade once the honeymoon stage is over?

Hi all, recently exited the army so I had to turn in my issued MOLLE 4k ruck (not great but worked). I love rucking and want to continue doing it.
Researched the MALICE pack, goruck, and wild gym. Regular hiking packs with internal frames like from osprey I honestly don’t really know much about, and have seen mixed reviews of how well they hold weight.

Could anyone recommend a pack that can easily hold a 45 lbs plate + water with minimal finagling, and does not look tactical-like?

Thanks

Co-founder of a rucking gear brand, new here so go easy on me. Hopefully its OK to post this.

Our larger pack only comes in Black and Coyote at the moment. Before we add more colours, wanted to ask is there anything you'd like to see, or feel like there's not enough of? Tactical colours, or more non-tactical options? Any specific combinations?

Not selling anything, just want honest opinions before we commit to a run over the summer.

New to rucking, now im at 10km 6kg, planning to do 15km before bigger weight.

As the title says, are there any budget vests out there? Tried CAP but sent it back as it covered my chest and stomach.

Thanks!

I've just received my Yomp bag and have a few questions.

The 10 lb plate sits quite low on my back. I thought the weight was supposed to sit higher up, closer to your upper back. Is it normal for it to sit lower, or should it be higher? If it should be higher, should we really have to use towels or something similar to raise it? Surely that defeats the point of a bag that's designed for rucking plates.

I've also been rucking for a couple of weeks with an old rucksack carrying 5.75 kg. In that bag, the weight felt quite heavy. With the same 5.75 kg in the Yomp bag, it feels much lighter. Should I stick with 5.75 kg for now, or increase the weight because the bag carries it more comfortably?

Finally, how often would you increase the weight? I ruck every three days and was thinking of increasing it by 0.25 kg when it's time to move up.

For a bit of background, I've been lifting weights for around 30 years, so I'm strong, but I'm new to Rucking.