GORUCK has created a list of required items, recommended items, and prohibited items. At all points during the event your ruck must weight at least 45 pounds excluding food and water. I highly recommend weighing your ruck with all of your gear in advance so that you know the weight.
GORUCK Selection Required Items
- Rucksack (GR2 or similar size)
- Boots with high ankle support (military-style with drainage holes recommended)
- Synthetic blend socks, minimum four pair
- Weather-appropriate active wear
- Weather-appropriate base layer, minimum two
- Brown t-shirts, minimum two
- Lightweight pants
- Wool, knit, or fleece cap
- Ball cap
- Lightweight, durable gloves
- Headlamp and extra batteries
- Hydration bladder, minimum 3L
- Water bottle, minimum 32oz
- Reflective belt
- Personal hygiene items
- Contractor bags, minimum three
- Cell Phone Wallet with ID, and cash (waterproofed)
- Food, maximum 3lbs, to be inspected upon arrival
GORUCK Selection Recommended Items
- Additional pair of boots
- Neck gaiter
- 550 cord, minimum 50ft
- Bricks, wrapped
- Sleeping bag
- Chaco/Teva sandals
- Duct tape
- Pocket knife/Multi-tool
- Small first-aid kit
- Small waterproof bags
- Sunblock
- Foot powder
- Anti-chafe powder/gel
GORUCK Selection Prohibited Items
All prohibited items will be confiscated and returned upon completion or withdrawal from GORUCK Selection.
- Watch
- GPS/Pedometer
- Map
- Energy supplements
- Knives with blades over 3.5 inches
- Fixed blade knives
- Sunglasses
- Rings, bracelets, and other jewelry
- Alcohol