Southern Grit Endurance Challenge
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Event
The Southern Grit Endurance Challenge is held April 18-19, 2026 at the Rousey Home Place near Butchertown, Parksville, KY (4170 Butchertown Road). Events take place on a looped course in the Knobs region of south-central Kentucky, where wooded hills and farmland meet. The event includes the following timed events:
- 3 Hour and 3 Hour Ruck
- 6 Hour and 6 Hour Ruck
- 12 Hour and 12 Hour Ruck
- 24 Hour and 24 Hour Ruck
Logistics and course
Laps are chip-timed and visible race bibs are required for lap credit. A full-service main aid station is located at the start/finish and offers water, electrolytes, snacks, and hot food. Additional water and Tailwind are available at stations on the course. The event is cup-free; participants must bring personal hydration systems. Headlamps are required for nighttime running. Course crossings will be marked with flags and tape. Pacing and crewing are allowed. Parking is provided in designated fields. Primitive camping is available onsite; tent spaces are limited to 10 x 10 feet and restrooms are provided but no showers. Dogs and other pets are not allowed on the premises.
Ruck division and awards
The Ruck division requires a weighted pack: participants over 150 lb must carry 20 lb dry weight, and those under 150 lb must carry 10 lb dry weight. Weigh-ins occur before the start and random weight checks may occur during the event. Top overall male and female finishers are recognized in each Ruck event. Top finishers in each running event are awarded, and all finishers receive a completion award. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
