EXTORTION 17 Memorial Run/Ruck - Shadow Events
- Date Sat 15th August 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Doylestown, Pennsylvania
- Price $43.40 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the EXTORTION 17 Memorial Run/Ruck on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in beautiful Doylestown, Bucks! This inspiring event honors the brave 31 warriors lost on August 6, 2011, when a United States CH-47 Chinook helicopter was tragically shot down. The memorial run began as a single 3.1-mile race in San Diego and has since grown into a global movement, uniting thousands of participants from around the world.
The EXTORTION 17 Memorial Run/Ruck is more than just a race; it’s a heartfelt tribute to our service members and veterans who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Whether you choose to walk, run, or ruck, your participation will help foster community spirit and express gratitude for those who continue to serve. Mark your calendars and be part of this meaningful event as we come together to celebrate the lives of America’s fallen heroes!
The EXTORTION 17 Memorial Run/Ruck is more than just a race; it’s a heartfelt tribute to our service members and veterans who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Whether you choose to walk, run, or ruck, your participation will help foster community spirit and express gratitude for those who continue to serve. Mark your calendars and be part of this meaningful event as we come together to celebrate the lives of America’s fallen heroes!
Organiser's Description
On August 6th 2011, a United States CH-47 Chinook military helicopter operating with the call sign EXTORTION 17 was shot down, marking the most devastating day in Naval Special Warfare history and the single largest loss of life for U.S. forces since the war in Afghanistan began in October 2001. The US military lost 31 warriors that day.
Joggin for Frogmen was created to honor these heroes and all those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. What began as a single 3.1 mile race in San Diego has expanded to a worldwide event hosting thousands of participants with a mission to to activate communities from around the world to honor the sacrifices of our service members and veterans, and to support the families of our fallen heroes. These races bring communities together to celebrate the lives of Americas fallen and to express our deep gratitude to those still serving.
Join us the week of August 6, 2025 and walk, run or ruck to remember.
Joggin for Frogmen was created to honor these heroes and all those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. What began as a single 3.1 mile race in San Diego has expanded to a worldwide event hosting thousands of participants with a mission to to activate communities from around the world to honor the sacrifices of our service members and veterans, and to support the families of our fallen heroes. These races bring communities together to celebrate the lives of Americas fallen and to express our deep gratitude to those still serving.
Join us the week of August 6, 2025 and walk, run or ruck to remember.
Races
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Ruck 801 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex)
Sat 15th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.40
OPENS 04 MAYRuck 801 - Ulta, UT - 5K Location: Albion Grill 10520 E Day Lodge Rd Alta, UT 84092 Contact: Matt Solum mattsolum@gmail.com -
Ruck 801 5K GORUCK
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex)
Sat 15th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$48.70
OPENS 04 MAYRuck 801 - Ulta, UT - 5K GORUCK Location: Albion Grill 10520 E Day Lodge Rd Alta, UT 84092 Contact: Matt Solum mattsolum@gmail.com
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