Music City Ruck March
Friday, July 14, 2023
Past event
7:00 PM CDT
Nashville, Tennessee
Free · 4 races
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Music City Ruck March on Friday, July 14, 2023, in the heart of Nashville, Davidson! This unique event welcomes active-duty military personnel, veterans, Gold Star families, and civilians alike to participate in a thrilling military-style ruck march. Set within the impressive GEODIS Park, the new course promises a fantastic experience without outdoor stairs, making it accessible for everyone.
Participants will engage in a 2-hour time trial ruck march, carrying a minimum of 25 pounds to honor fallen service members, with each rucker receiving a special bib featuring a hero's name. Whether you choose to tackle the challenge solo or as part of a relay team, this event fosters camaraderie and community spirit. With a loop ranging from one to two miles, expect an energetic atmosphere filled with food, drinks, and motivation as you complete as many laps as possible. Don't miss out on this memorable occasion that celebrates honor, remembrance, and active lifestyles. Register today to secure your spot!
Participants will engage in a 2-hour time trial ruck march, carrying a minimum of 25 pounds to honor fallen service members, with each rucker receiving a special bib featuring a hero's name. Whether you choose to tackle the challenge solo or as part of a relay team, this event fosters camaraderie and community spirit. With a loop ranging from one to two miles, expect an energetic atmosphere filled with food, drinks, and motivation as you complete as many laps as possible. Don't miss out on this memorable occasion that celebrates honor, remembrance, and active lifestyles. Register today to secure your spot!
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Races
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2-Person Ruck Relay Team
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed7:00 PM CDT
Free
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Solo Ruck
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed7:00 PM CDT
Free
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Honorary - No Weight
Includes T-Shirt
EXACT LAP DISTANCE WILL NOT BE ANNOUNCED UNTIL RACE MORNING!
Entries closed7:00 PM CDT
Free
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4-Person Ruck Relay Team
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed7:00 PM CDT
Free
Organiser's description
EVENT FOR ALL ACTIVE-DUTY MILITARY, VETERANS, GOLD STAR FAMILIES, AND CIVILIANS.
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 6/18/24 -- WE WILL HAVE ONSITE REGISTRATION FOR $25 PER PERSON.
NEW COURSE FOR 2024!
YOUR LEGS ARE GOING TO LOVE US. WE ARE STAYING INSIDE THE STADIUM; THERE ARE NO OUTDOOR STAIRS!
The new GEODIS Park course will be released soon.
Veteran Community Camaraderie Ruck March is hosted by Operation Stand Down Tennessee and Memories of Honor, and proudly underwritten by the Bob Woodruff Foundation.
WHAT MAKES MUSIC CITY RUCK MARCH SO SPECIAL?
* VETERAN COMMUNITY EVENT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
* ABOUT THE RUCK MARCH
* 2-Hour Time Trial - Military Style Ruck March Race
* Closed course.
* Every participant will be given a bib containing the name of a fallen service member to ruck in honor and memory of.
EACH RUCK PARTICIPANT RECEIVES
* Fallen Hero Memorial Bib containing the name of a fallen service member.
* Commemorative event t-shirt.
WHAT TO EXPECT
* The course for this event is a short loop, structured as a time trial criterium.
* The loop will be around a mile to two miles long. The exact course and length are coming soon.
* You will do as many laps as possible within the two-hour time limit.
* There will be a staging area -- where you check in after each lap. This is where you will tag off to your teammate.
* You can also grab food and drinks and hang out while waiting for your teammate.
* You may bring your preferred nutrition, but we will also have a supply of water and snacks in the staging area. All items must be outside of your pack and in clear bags.
* Your team will be given a punch card this is how we count completed laps.
* Everyone except the honorary is required to carry a min of 25 pounds in a pack or weighted vest.
PLEASE REGISTER IN THE HONORARY DIVISION IF YOU WOULD RATHER WALK WITHOUT ANY ADDED WEIGHT OR REQUIRE A MODIFIED ROUTE.
EVENT DIVISIONS
Everyone is welcome to participate in all divisions, regardless of age, gender, or fitness level. If you have difficulty with stairs or pushing a stroller, we have an alternate course available for you. Those using the alternative course will need to register for the Honorary division.
* Competitive Solo Ruck
* Competitive 2-person Relay Team
* Competitive 4+ person Relay Team
* Honorary - No weight, lap card, or awards. All fun!
EVENT DAY SCHEDULE
* 4:00 PM Registration & Packet Pickup
* 6:00 PM Ruck Start
* 8:00 PM Ruck Finish
* 8:10 PM - Awards
THINGS TO KNOW.
* Ruck will happen rain or shine, except if its lightning.
* Pre-registration is strongly encouraged.
* Registration with a valid ID is required to enter.
* GEODIS Park
All bags will be searched and then tagged before entering the Stadium
No animals are allowed on the premises or inside the stadium. ADA service animals are welcome.
No weapons are allowed on the premises.
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 6/18/24 -- WE WILL HAVE ONSITE REGISTRATION FOR $25 PER PERSON.
NEW COURSE FOR 2024!
YOUR LEGS ARE GOING TO LOVE US. WE ARE STAYING INSIDE THE STADIUM; THERE ARE NO OUTDOOR STAIRS!
The new GEODIS Park course will be released soon.
Veteran Community Camaraderie Ruck March is hosted by Operation Stand Down Tennessee and Memories of Honor, and proudly underwritten by the Bob Woodruff Foundation.
WHAT MAKES MUSIC CITY RUCK MARCH SO SPECIAL?
* VETERAN COMMUNITY EVENT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
* ABOUT THE RUCK MARCH
* 2-Hour Time Trial - Military Style Ruck March Race
* Closed course.
* Every participant will be given a bib containing the name of a fallen service member to ruck in honor and memory of.
EACH RUCK PARTICIPANT RECEIVES
* Fallen Hero Memorial Bib containing the name of a fallen service member.
* Commemorative event t-shirt.
WHAT TO EXPECT
* The course for this event is a short loop, structured as a time trial criterium.
* The loop will be around a mile to two miles long. The exact course and length are coming soon.
* You will do as many laps as possible within the two-hour time limit.
* There will be a staging area -- where you check in after each lap. This is where you will tag off to your teammate.
* You can also grab food and drinks and hang out while waiting for your teammate.
* You may bring your preferred nutrition, but we will also have a supply of water and snacks in the staging area. All items must be outside of your pack and in clear bags.
* Your team will be given a punch card this is how we count completed laps.
* Everyone except the honorary is required to carry a min of 25 pounds in a pack or weighted vest.
PLEASE REGISTER IN THE HONORARY DIVISION IF YOU WOULD RATHER WALK WITHOUT ANY ADDED WEIGHT OR REQUIRE A MODIFIED ROUTE.
EVENT DIVISIONS
Everyone is welcome to participate in all divisions, regardless of age, gender, or fitness level. If you have difficulty with stairs or pushing a stroller, we have an alternate course available for you. Those using the alternative course will need to register for the Honorary division.
* Competitive Solo Ruck
* Competitive 2-person Relay Team
* Competitive 4+ person Relay Team
* Honorary - No weight, lap card, or awards. All fun!
EVENT DAY SCHEDULE
* 4:00 PM Registration & Packet Pickup
* 6:00 PM Ruck Start
* 8:00 PM Ruck Finish
* 8:10 PM - Awards
THINGS TO KNOW.
* Ruck will happen rain or shine, except if its lightning.
* Pre-registration is strongly encouraged.
* Registration with a valid ID is required to enter.
* GEODIS Park
All bags will be searched and then tagged before entering the Stadium
No animals are allowed on the premises or inside the stadium. ADA service animals are welcome.
No weapons are allowed on the premises.
Location
GEODIS Park (Nashville Soccer Stadium), 501 Benton Ave, NASHVILLE, 37203, TN, United States
Music City Ruck March
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