IM ABLE Foundation's Ruck & Roll
- Date
- November 14, 2026
- Distance
- Long · Mid · Short & more
From the Organizer
Get ready to ruck, roll, or stroll through a fall-themed fitness challenge supporting veterans and adaptive athletes! Ruck & Roll brings the community together for an action-packed day of endurance, camaraderie, and fun — with courses and categories for every ability.
New This Year!
- Challenge Stations! Some will test your strength, some your smarts, and some your sense of adventure.
- Restaurants and home chefs face off in our chili competition, and each registered participant gets a full bowl of chili along with tasting tickets.
Registration:
FREE for all adaptive athletes
50% OFF for all veterans with code: SALUTE50
Want your event T-shirt? Be sure to register by October 15 to guarantee one!
What’s a Ruck?
A ruck is walking or hiking with a weighted pack — a key part of military training used to build strength and endurance. Participants can choose weighted packs, vests, or go unweighted.
What’s a Roll?
The roll is for adaptive athletes using handcycles or recumbents. Competitive rolling takes place on challenging terrain, so please review the course maps before registering.
Ruck Distances
Short: approximately 3-4 miles
Mid: approximately 8-9 miles
Long: approximately 13-14 miles
Course Map To Come!
Ruck Divisions:
Ranger: Competitive: “Heavy” Ruck - Men 45#/Women 35# and Stations (25 reps at each station)
Scout: Competitive: Men 30#/Women 20# and stations (25 reps at each station)
Cadet: Competitive: 15&U and 70+ Men 20#/Women 10# and stations (10 reps at each station
Infantry: Just for Fun: choose your weight or no weight - no awards and stations (reps choice at each station)
Adaptive Roll
Details to Come!
Fall-Out Fest Activities (All Day)
- Chili Competition - This Year We're Adding Restaurants!
- Campfire & s’mores
- Fall crafts & activities
- Squirrel Trail Scavenger Hunt
Awards
Top 3 Men & Women in Each Division (no age group awards)
Social Teams
The more, the merrier! Gather friends and family to form a social team and get $5 off registration per member (teams of 5+). Social team members can register for any event.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
53°
Typical Low
33°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Blue Marsh Lake, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wernersville, PA
Population
2,767
as of 2023
Elevation
386 ft
Nearest Airport
LNS
Lancaster Airport · 18 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 55 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at IM ABLE Foundation's Ruck & Roll, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
159
Days to train
- Race
- IM ABLE Foundation's Ruck & Roll
- Date
- November 14, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the IM ABLE Foundation's Ruck & Roll?
- IM ABLE Foundation's Ruck & Roll is a running race held in Wernersville, Pennsylvania on November 14, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the IM ABLE Foundation's Ruck & Roll?
- Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Wernersville, Pennsylvania at 599 Brownsville Rd, Wernersville, PA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the IM ABLE Foundation's Ruck & Roll?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
IM ABLE Foundation's Ruck & Roll
Nov 14, 2026