Rucking (also known as yomping or tabbing) is essentially racing, jogging or walking with a weighted backpack. The sport has its origins in military-style training and is an incredible way to build real-life strength, endurance and functional fitness!

Do I have to be an experienced athlete to enter the Bristol Epic Trail?

No, this event is open to newcomers as well as more seasoned runners! Our Pro Ruck & Pro Trail categories are our competitive categories where you'll get the chance to race against others. We also have our just for fun Open Ruck & Open Trail categories where you can focus on your own race and completing the route at your own pace.

What's the difference between the Pro & Open Categories?

Simply, our Pro categories (in both the ruck & trail run) are our competitive categories. So if you fancy racing others, select the Pro categories. Our Open Categories (in both the the ruck & trail run) are just for fun! Also - specifically for the Ruck categories, the weights are also slightly heavier for the Pro Ruck compared to the Open Ruck.

Are there age groups in the Pro Categories?

Yes, the Pro Ruck & Pro Trail categories will be sub-divided into the following age groups: Open (35 or below), Masters (36-42) and Vets (43+) and you will be able to see where you finished within your age group as well as overall. However, currently, there are only prizes for the overall top 3 men and women in the Pro Ruck & Pro Trail categories.

Can I use my own ruck (backpack) on the day?

To keep all backpacks uniform, you are not permitted to use your own on the day. We will provide you with a GORUCK Rucker 4.0 backpack to use on the day with the correct weight already added.

When will we find out our heat times?

We will send out an athlete pack which will include exact heat times on the week of the event. This pack will also include important information including parking etc. Typically all heats start between 11-11.30am.

What categories are there?

As with all of our events in our Epic Trail Series, there are 4 ways you can take on every distance on offer: The Pro Ruck Category - i.e. take on the route in a race format against others, with the addition of a weighted backpack that we will provide you with on the day (25lbs/11.3kg for men, 15lbs/6.8kg for women). The Pro Trail Category - take on the route of your choice in a race format but with no additional weight. The Open Ruck Category - take on the same route in a just for fun format (i.e. not in a race format) with the addition of a lighter backpack that we will provide you with on the day (15lbs/6.8kg for men, 10lbs/4.5kg for women). The Open Trail Category - i.e. take on the same route just for fun (i.e. not in a race format) & with no additional weight.

What other amenities will there at each event?

A bag drop area, toilets, food and drink vendors and also some extra special fitness apparel & merch!

Will there be a photographer at the events?

Of course - we'll have several throughout the route!

Will there be water stations on the course?

Yes, depending on the distance, there will always be 1-2 water stations at every event.

What will finisher's receive?

All finishers will receive a finisher's patch or medal (depending on what you prefer) & some extra special goodies & discounts from our sponsors GORUCK & Vivo Life. There will also be prizes for the top 3 men and women in the Pro Ruck & Pro Trail categories.

Are there prizes for winners?

There will be prizes for the overall top 3 men and women in the Pro Ruck & Pro Trail Categories.

When will we find out the exact route?

This will depend on the event but you will receive the route within your race day pack at the latest a week out from the event.

Ashton Court Epic Trail Sponsored By GORUCK

5.0 · 1 review

From Superhuman Sports

Date Sun 4th October 2026
Time 11:00
Location Bristol, Avon
Price £25.00 - £55.00
Races 12 races
Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon

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Sun 4th October 2026

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Ashton Court Epic Trail, sponsored by GORUCK! On Sunday, October 4th, 2026, join us in the beautiful surroundings of Bristol, Avon, for a day filled with challenging climbs, rolling terrain, and breathtaking views. Organised by Superhuman Sports, this event offers a unique opportunity to test your limits while exploring the stunning Ashton Court Trails. Choose your challenge from three fantastic race distances: the 6K route, featuring an elevation gain of 152m; the original 10K event, which includes a thrilling 201m elevation gain and a mix of speedy descents and lung-busting climbs; or take on the brand new Half Marathon, covering 21.1km with two laps of the 10K route plus an extra section for those seeking a longer challenge.

Whether you prefer rucking or trail running, there's something for everyone! Participants can customize their experience with options like Pro Ruck for competitive rucking, Pro Trail for competitive trail running, Open Ruck for a lighter, non-competitive rucking experience, or Open Trail for a relaxed run. Plus, every participant in the Pro Ruck and Open Ruck categories will receive the industry-leading Rucker

Ashton Court Epic Trail Sponsored By GORUCK

Sun 4th October 2026

Two smiling runners, a man and a woman, race across a grassy field during an outdoor event, wearing athletic gear and numbered bibs. Event banners and trees are visible in the background.

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A group of runners follows a grassy trail through a green field bordered by large trees on a misty day, with a bird flying above and distant trees fading into the background.

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A man wearing a bright orange shirt and race bib number 256 smiles and flexes his arms while running on a forest trail covered in fallen leaves. Other runners are visible in the background.

Two people wearing running gear and race bibs jog together on a leafy forest trail, surrounded by tall green trees and sunlight filtering through the branches.

A smiling woman in black athletic gear runs outdoors in a race, wearing bib number 504. Other runners with race numbers can be seen nearby on a grassy field, surrounded by trees in the background.

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Organiser's Description

Back again in 2026, the original Epic Trail Ruck sponsored by GORUCK! With some testing climbs, rolling terrain and amazing views of the surrounding areas - the Ashton Court route is exactly what the Epic Trail Ruck Series is all about - challenging yourself and using your fitness to explore some stunning locations.

As with all of our Epic Trail Ruck events, you can customize your entry and race it your way!

Which Distance?

6K - with an elevation gain of 152m, shorter doesn't definitely doesn't mean easier! Take on our speedy 6k route that takes you through all of the best Ashton Court Trails.

10K - the original event distance and a route that represents everything we love about trail running & rucking. This route boasts 201m of elevation gain and is packed with speedy woodland descents, lung-busting climbs, undulating gravel tracks & plenty more to keep you guessing!

New for this year - Half Marathon - Take on two laps of the 10k route, plus an extra section to bring you up to the full 21.1km distance. Perfect for those looking to complete their first trail half marathon, or for experienced runners who love the challenge of longer distances!

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GORUCK are our official partners for this series. Every participant in the Pro Ruck or Open Ruck categories will get to use their industry-leading Rucker 4.0 backpack at the event.

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Rucking or Trail Running?

As with all Epic Trail Series events, there are four ways to take on either Bristol Epic route:

1. Pro Ruck: Competitive rucking over either distance with our heaviest weighted option (25lbs / 11.3kg for men, 15lbs / 6.8kg for women - backpack & weight provided on the day).
2. Pro Trail: Competitive trail running over either distance - push the pace against fellow runners.
3. Open Ruck: Non-competitive rucking with a lighter backpack (15lbs / 6.8kg for men, 10lbs / 4.5kg for women - backpack & weight provided on the day).
4. Open Trail: Non-competitive trail running - just you versus the trail.

Races

6k Open Trail Run

Take on the 6k Route in Our Non-Competitive Trail Run Category

£25.00

Booking for more than 1?
6k Pro Trail Run

Take on the 6k Route in Our Competitive Trail Run Category

£25.00

Booking for more than 1?
6k Open Ruck

Take on the 6k Route in Our Non-Competitive Rucking Category With a Lighter Weighted Backpack (15lbs/6.8kg for Men, 10lbs/4.5kg for Women).

£35.00

Booking for more than 1?
6k Pro Ruck

Take on the 6k Route in Our Competitive Rucking Category With a Weighted Backpack (25lbs / 11.3kg for Men, 15lbs / 6.8kg for Women).

£35.00

Booking for more than 1?
10k Open Trail Run

Take on the 10k Route in Our Non-Competitive Trail Run Category

£35.00

Booking for more than 1?
10k Pro Trail Run

Take on the 10k Route in Our Competitive Trail Run Category

£35.00

Booking for more than 1?
10k Open Ruck

Take on the 10k Route in Our Non-Competitive Rucking Category With a Lighter Weighted Backpack (15lbs/6.8kg for Men, 10lbs/4.5kg for Women).

£45.00

Booking for more than 1?
10k Pro Ruck

Take on the 10k Route in Our Competitive Rucking Category With a Weighted Backpack (25lbs / 11.3kg for Men, 15lbs / 6.8kg for Women).

£45.00

Booking for more than 1?
Half Marathon Open Trail

Take on Two Laps of the 10k Route, Plus an Extra Section to Bring You Up to the 21.1k Half Marathon Distance in Our Non-Competitive Trail Run Category.

£45.00

Booking for more than 1?
Half Marathon Pro Trail

Take on Two Laps of the 10k Route, Plus an Extra Section to Bring You Up to the 21.1k Half Marathon Distance in Our Competitive Trail Run Category.

£45.00

Booking for more than 1?
Half Marathon Open Ruck

Take on Two Laps of the 10k Route, Plus an Extra Section to Bring You Up to the 21.1k Half Marathon Distance in Our Non-Competitive Rucking Category. Carry Our Open Ruck Division Weight (15lbs/6.8kg for Men, 10lbs/4.5kg for Women).

£55.00

Booking for more than 1?
Half Marathon Pro Ruck

Take on Two Laps of the 10k Route, Plus an Extra Section to Bring You Up to the 21.1k Half Marathon Distance in Our Competitive Rucking Category. Carry Our Pro Division Ruck Weight (25lbs / 11.3kg for Men, 15lbs / 6.8kg for Women).

£55.00

Booking for more than 1?

Book

6k Open Trail Run

Take on the 6k Route in Our Non-Competitive Trail Run Category

£25.00

Booking for more than 1?
6k Pro Trail Run

Take on the 6k Route in Our Competitive Trail Run Category

£25.00

Booking for more than 1?
6k Open Ruck

Take on the 6k Route in Our Non-Competitive Rucking Category With a Lighter Weighted Backpack (15lbs/6.8kg for Men, 10lbs/4.5kg for Women).

£35.00

Booking for more than 1?
6k Pro Ruck

Take on the 6k Route in Our Competitive Rucking Category With a Weighted Backpack (25lbs / 11.3kg for Men, 15lbs / 6.8kg for Women).

£35.00

Booking for more than 1?
10k Open Trail Run

Take on the 10k Route in Our Non-Competitive Trail Run Category

£35.00

Booking for more than 1?
10k Pro Trail Run

Take on the 10k Route in Our Competitive Trail Run Category

£35.00

Booking for more than 1?
10k Open Ruck

Take on the 10k Route in Our Non-Competitive Rucking Category With a Lighter Weighted Backpack (15lbs/6.8kg for Men, 10lbs/4.5kg for Women).

£45.00

Booking for more than 1?
10k Pro Ruck

Take on the 10k Route in Our Competitive Rucking Category With a Weighted Backpack (25lbs / 11.3kg for Men, 15lbs / 6.8kg for Women).

£45.00

Booking for more than 1?
Half Marathon Open Trail

Take on Two Laps of the 10k Route, Plus an Extra Section to Bring You Up to the 21.1k Half Marathon Distance in Our Non-Competitive Trail Run Category.

£45.00

Booking for more than 1?
Half Marathon Pro Trail

Take on Two Laps of the 10k Route, Plus an Extra Section to Bring You Up to the 21.1k Half Marathon Distance in Our Competitive Trail Run Category.

£45.00

Booking for more than 1?
Half Marathon Open Ruck

Take on Two Laps of the 10k Route, Plus an Extra Section to Bring You Up to the 21.1k Half Marathon Distance in Our Non-Competitive Rucking Category. Carry Our Open Ruck Division Weight (15lbs/6.8kg for Men, 10lbs/4.5kg for Women).

£55.00

Booking for more than 1?
Half Marathon Pro Ruck

Take on Two Laps of the 10k Route, Plus an Extra Section to Bring You Up to the 21.1k Half Marathon Distance in Our Competitive Rucking Category. Carry Our Pro Division Ruck Weight (25lbs / 11.3kg for Men, 15lbs / 6.8kg for Women).

£55.00

Booking for more than 1?

FAQs

What is Rucking?

Rucking (also known as yomping or tabbing) is essentially racing, jogging or walking with a weighted backpack. The sport has its origins in military-style training and is an incredible way to build real-life strength, endurance and functional fitness!
Do I have to be an experienced athlete to enter the Bristol Epic Trail?

No, this event is open to newcomers as well as more seasoned runners! Our Pro Ruck & Pro Trail categories are our competitive categories where you'll get the chance to race against others. We also have our just for fun Open Ruck & Open Trail categories where you can focus on your own race and completing the route at your own pace.
What's the difference between the Pro & Open Categories?

Simply, our Pro categories (in both the ruck & trail run) are our competitive categories. So if you fancy racing others, select the Pro categories. Our Open Categories (in both the the ruck & trail run) are just for fun! Also - specifically for the Ruck categories, the weights are also slightly heavier for the Pro Ruck compared to the Open Ruck.
Are there age groups in the Pro Categories?

Yes, the Pro Ruck & Pro Trail categories will be sub-divided into the following age groups: Open (35 or below), Masters (36-42) and Vets (43+) and you will be able to see where you finished within your age group as well as overall. However, currently, there are only prizes for the overall top 3 men and women in the Pro Ruck & Pro Trail categories.
Can I use my own ruck (backpack) on the day?

To keep all backpacks uniform, you are not permitted to use your own on the day. We will provide you with a GORUCK Rucker 4.0 backpack to use on the day with the correct weight already added.
When will we find out our heat times?

We will send out an athlete pack which will include exact heat times on the week of the event. This pack will also include important information including parking etc. Typically all heats start between 11-11.30am.
What categories are there?

As with all of our events in our Epic Trail Series, there are 4 ways you can take on every distance on offer: The Pro Ruck Category - i.e. take on the route in a race format against others, with the addition of a weighted backpack that we will provide you with on the day (25lbs/11.3kg for men, 15lbs/6.8kg for women). The Pro Trail Category - take on the route of your choice in a race format but with no additional weight. The Open Ruck Category - take on the same route in a just for fun format (i.e. not in a race format) with the addition of a lighter backpack that we will provide you with on the day (15lbs/6.8kg for men, 10lbs/4.5kg for women). The Open Trail Category - i.e. take on the same route just for fun (i.e. not in a race format) & with no additional weight.
What other amenities will there at each event?

A bag drop area, toilets, food and drink vendors and also some extra special fitness apparel & merch!
Will there be a photographer at the events?

Of course - we'll have several throughout the route!
Will there be water stations on the course?

Yes, depending on the distance, there will always be 1-2 water stations at every event.
What will finisher's receive?

All finishers will receive a finisher's patch or medal (depending on what you prefer) & some extra special goodies & discounts from our sponsors GORUCK & Vivo Life. There will also be prizes for the top 3 men and women in the Pro Ruck & Pro Trail categories.
Are there prizes for winners?

There will be prizes for the overall top 3 men and women in the Pro Ruck & Pro Trail Categories.
When will we find out the exact route?

This will depend on the event but you will receive the route within your race day pack at the latest a week out from the event.

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James

·a year ago

Small, well organised and friendly event with a well marked course.

Hi James, thanks so much for 5* star review! Glad to hear you enjoyed it :)

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