Ruck the Mountain
Ruck the Mountain is a rucking race on October 24, 2026 – October 23, 2027 in Thompsonville, MI, with an entry fee of $75.
- Date
- October 24, 2026 – October 23, 2027 (113 days to go)
- Price
- $75
- Sport
- Rucking
From the Organizer
Ruck the Mountain is a 6-mile ruck event hosted by Crystal Mountain and Aevitas Medical. As you conquer each mile, you’ll build physical endurance and mental toughness, proving to yourself what you’re truly made of. The six-mile looped route includes both flat terrain and steep inclines around Crystal Mountain’s property.
Four tent stations will be set up on Friday, October 23
Participants must be at least 13 years old to participate in the challenge.
Participants who wish to hike with a pack or ruck must provide their own. Packs and rucks are not required for participation in this event.
It is encouraged that each participant challenges themselves to the greatest degree they can do safely.
We recommend guests pick up their registration packet Friday evening, October 23 from 5-7 PM at Crystal Mountain on the lower lever of the Crystal Center in James Bay.
Day-of packet pick up will be available on Saturday at the Lodge Pavilion Tent, however new day-of registrations will not be accepted.
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
54°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
53%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Beulah 7ssw, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Thompsonville, MI
Population
508
as of 2023
City Elevation
798 ft
Nearest Airport
TVC
Cherry Capital Airport · 24 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 115 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Ruck the Mountain, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
113
Days to train
- Race
- Ruck the Mountain
- Date
- October 24, 2026 – October 23, 2027
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Rucking is covering ground on foot under a weighted pack — borrowed from the military and turned into everything from timed solo challenges to long team events. Simple to start, deceptively hard to finish.
It rewards steady effort and mental grit over speed, and the community side — moving together under load — is a big part of the draw.
Rucking
Covering a distance on foot under a weighted rucksack — from timed solo challenges to longer team events.
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Ruck the Mountain
Oct 24, 2026