Ruckin recovery run

Saturday, October 11, 2025 Past event

7:30 AM EDT

Shelbyville, Kentucky

$27.50–$38.10 · 8 races

5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Ruckin' Recovery Run on Saturday, October 11, 2025, in the charming town of Shelbyville, Shelby! This unique event offers an exciting opportunity for runners and walkers of all levels, featuring race categories that include a 5k, 10k, 15k, and a 15k ruck on paved roads. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just looking for a fun time with family and friends, there’s something for everyone.

After the race, the festivities continue at the Fall Arts & Crafts Festival, where you can enjoy pony rides, a kids' play zone, a DJ, line dancing, delicious food, and even a chance to win a car in a raffle! Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in each race category, making this not only a day of fun but also a chance to showcase your skills. Don't miss out—online registration is open until October 5th to secure your race t-shirt, with day-of registration available on a first-come, first-served basis. Join us for a day filled with excitement, community, and unforgettable memories!

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Races

15k Ruck (Individual)

Incl. $3.10 Fee

Rucking is not recommended on race day if you have never done it before. Weight recommendations are 20LBS if you weigh less than 150LBS, and 30LBS if you weigh above 150LBS. For a lighter challenge, drop 10LBS per weight category. If you'd like to receive a GORUCK patch on race-day, fist bump our event at this link: https://fistbumps.sandlot.fit/fistbump/a4d88ca3-fae3-4d6f-864a-c311c7d2a33c

7:30 AM EDT

$38.10

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15k Run/Walk (Individual)

Incl. $3.10 Fee

8:00 AM EDT

$38.10

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10k Run/walk (Individual)

Incl. $3.10 Fee

8:45 AM EDT

$38.10

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5k Run/walk (Individual)

Incl. $3.10 Fee

9:00 AM EDT

$38.10

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15k Ruck (Veteran or individual in recovery)

Incl. $2.50 Fee

7:30 AM EDT

$27.50

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15k Run/walk (Veteran or individual in recovery)

Incl. $2.50 Fee

8:00 AM EDT

$27.50

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10k Run/walk (Veteran or individual in recovery)

Incl. $2.50 Fee

8:45 AM EDT

$27.50

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5k Run/walk (Veteran or individual in recovery)

Incl. $2.50 Fee

9:00 AM EDT

$27.50

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Organiser's description

Excitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of something extraordinary at HorseSensing's Ruckin' Recovery Run. It's an event like no other, and we want you to be there! Join us immediately after the race for our Fall Arts & Crafts Festival that will include a pony rides, kids play zone, a DJ, line dancing, great food, and a raffle to win a car!

Race categories include a 5k, 10k, 15k, and a 15k ruck (paved road). Prizes will go to the top three racers in each of the four categories. Fun for the whole family, racing not required! Online registration is open until October 5th and guarantees a race t-shirt! Day-of registration t-shirts will be first-come, first-serve.

Some race-day info:

-Rucking is not recommended on race day if you have never done it before. Weight recommendations are 20LBS if you weigh less than 150LBS, and 30LBS if you weigh above 150LBS. For a lighter challenge, drop 10LBS per weight category.

- Registration will begin at 7am on race day. Start times will be staggered as follows:

* 7:30am, 15k ruck

* 8:00am, 15k run/walk

* 8:45am, 10k run/walk

* 9:00am, 5k run/walk

- Awards ceremony will be at 10:15am

Race categories include a 5k, 10k, 15k, and a 15k ruck (paved road). Prizes will go to the top three racers in each of the four categories. Fun for the whole family, racing not required! Online registration is open until October 5th and guarantees a race t-shirt! Day-of registration t-shirts will be first-come, first-serve.