EOD Memorial Challenge 2026
- Date Sat 25th April 2026 - Sun 26th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Niceville, Florida
- Price $48.70
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating weekend at the EOD Memorial Challenge 2026, taking place from Saturday, April 25 to Sunday, April 26, in the beautiful setting of Niceville, Walton. This exciting event kicks off in front of the EOD Memorial located on Range Rd, Bluewater Bay, and features a challenging course that includes a 4.5-mile ruck, a 0.5-mile swim, and a 4-mile run.
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled atmosphere with plenty of incentives, including race entry, beverage and meal tickets, and a guaranteed event t-shirt for those who register by April 13, 2026. Compete for top honors in various age categories, with awards for the top male and female finishers, as well as the best team. Teams of five are welcome to join in the camaraderie and challenge! Proceeds from this event will support the EOD Memorial and other EOD-focused organizations, making it a meaningful way to contribute while enjoying a fantastic weekend of fitness and community. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to honor our heroes while pushing your limits!
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled atmosphere with plenty of incentives, including race entry, beverage and meal tickets, and a guaranteed event t-shirt for those who register by April 13, 2026. Compete for top honors in various age categories, with awards for the top male and female finishers, as well as the best team. Teams of five are welcome to join in the camaraderie and challenge! Proceeds from this event will support the EOD Memorial and other EOD-focused organizations, making it a meaningful way to contribute while enjoying a fantastic weekend of fitness and community. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to honor our heroes while pushing your limits!
Organiser's Description
Join us this year in participation of the 2026 EOD Memorial Challenge! This year's event is hosted by the NAVSCOLEOD Joint Service Association.
Starts and ends in front of the EOD Memorial located on Range Rd, Bluewater Bay.
Course details: 4.5 mile ruck | 0.5 mile swim | 4 mile run
Garmin course link: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/240469810
Admission includes (1) race entry, (2) beverage tickets, (2) meal tickets, (1) event t-shirt*.
*T-shirts guaranteed to participants registered on or before 13 April 2026. We will order extra t-shirts for those who register after that date, but it is on a first-come first-served basis.
Prizes:
Top Male / Female + Top competitor in age groups:
Under 18, 18-25, 26-30, 31-40, 41-50, over 50
Top team will be awarded as well. Teams will consist of 5 people per team. Teams are optional.
Ruck** weights:
30lb* minimum for 18 y/o and older
15lb* minimum for 17 y/o and younger
*minimum indicates eligibility for prizes. Titrate ruck weight to own fitness level/age.
**ruck= any method of carrying prescribed weight
The awards ceremony will commence when the majority of participants have finished.
Monetary proceeds will be used to execute this event and support the EOD Memorial and other EOD focused organizations.
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/EODMemorialChallenge
Starts and ends in front of the EOD Memorial located on Range Rd, Bluewater Bay.
Course details: 4.5 mile ruck | 0.5 mile swim | 4 mile run
Garmin course link: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/240469810
Admission includes (1) race entry, (2) beverage tickets, (2) meal tickets, (1) event t-shirt*.
*T-shirts guaranteed to participants registered on or before 13 April 2026. We will order extra t-shirts for those who register after that date, but it is on a first-come first-served basis.
Prizes:
Top Male / Female + Top competitor in age groups:
Under 18, 18-25, 26-30, 31-40, 41-50, over 50
Top team will be awarded as well. Teams will consist of 5 people per team. Teams are optional.
Ruck** weights:
30lb* minimum for 18 y/o and older
15lb* minimum for 17 y/o and younger
*minimum indicates eligibility for prizes. Titrate ruck weight to own fitness level/age.
**ruck= any method of carrying prescribed weight
The awards ceremony will commence when the majority of participants have finished.
Monetary proceeds will be used to execute this event and support the EOD Memorial and other EOD focused organizations.
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/EODMemorialChallenge
Races
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Full Distance
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$48.70
OPENS 04 JAN 26 -
Virtual Participation
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
$48.70
OPENS 04 JAN 26Virtual event for those who would like to support and participate but are unable to physically make it to the event. Course will be virtual distance of 4.5 mile ruck at 35# or 15# if less than 18yrs old, followed by a 4 mile run. Time between ending ruck and starting run must be no longer than one hour. HR data must be recorded as well as distance for scoring purposes.
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