October 2026 Rucking Challenge — Pumpkin Ruck | Rucking Challenges
October rucking Challenge

Pumpkin Ruck

Grab a pumpkin, strap on your ruck, and carry that gourd the whole way.

The Challenge

One ruck. One pumpkin. Don't drop it.

It's pumpkin season. This month, pick up a real pumpkin and carry it for your entire ruck, in your arms, on your shoulder, under your arm, whatever works. Your ruck stays on your back the whole time. Choose your distance below and get it done anytime in October.

Choose Your Level
Beginner
Distance: 3 miles Carry: Your ruck + a pumpkin
Intermediate
Distance: 4 miles Carry: Your ruck + a pumpkin
Advanced
Distance: 5 miles Carry: Your ruck + a pumpkin
Bonus Points
Available at every level: the bigger and heavier the pumpkin, the bigger the bragging rights. Weigh it before you go and post the number.
Ruck Clubs

Clubs pick their own distance and can share pumpkins — pass them around the formation and trade off carries along the way. Go big and bring the heaviest pumpkin you can find. Bulk pricing is available — email ryan@ruckingchallenges.com for info.

Choose Your Plan

Every plan gets you this month's challenge and patch.

Single Entry
$12/once
✓  Just this month's challenge & patch
✓  No commitment, pay once
✓  Good for trying it out

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The Patch

Glows in the dark.

Pumpkin Ruckin October 2026 Rucking Challenge patch Pumpkin Ruckin patch glowing in the dark
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Got Questions?

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