Up & Away Run & Ruck
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Up & Away Run & Ruck - Longview, TX
The event spans a weekend of running, walking, and rucking in Longview, Texas, held in conjunction with the Texas Balloon Race. Activities include a Friday night 7 mile BLPH Night Challenge held after dark and daytime run and ruck options on Saturday with balloon viewing.
Distances offered
- 7 miles BLPH Night Challenge, run or ruck, headlamp required
- 13K Sky High Run or Ruck (about 8.1 miles)
- 6K Sky High Run or Ruck (about 3.7 miles)
All participants receive an event tee. Finishers on Saturday receive Up & Away medals and ruck finishers receive patches. The Friday night challenge has a finisher medal and a ruck patch for ruck finishers. Awards include podium places for runs and rucks, age group awards for runs, and cash prizes for top finishers in the 13K run.
Ruck participants must use a rucksack or weight carrier and carry water. Weight rules apply based on body weight. Courses use paved city trails and neighborhood roads and are fully marked with aid station food and hydration available. The event includes photography and course support. A portion of the event proceeds benefits Bush-League Pinch Hitters, a local men’s addiction recovery home. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
