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Rucksacks

It's Not a Backpack, It's a Rucksack.

Rucking is the foundation of Special Forces training and where we learned the way of the ruck.

Proven in the toughest environments in the world and built to Army Special Forces standards, GORUCK rucksacks are the absolute best for everyday carry, rucking, and traveling. Every ruck we build is backed by our Scars Lifetime Guarantee.

Training Rucksacks

Rucker®

We believe rucking is the world's best exercise, and the Rucker is the best rucksack for rucking. Just add weight (we prefer Ruck Plates®) to your rucksack, and start training. With ergonomic lumbar support and an all-new, less abrasive fabric, the Rucker® is truly the gym on your back.

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Ruck Plate Carrier™

The Ruck Plate Carrier™ is the most streamlined and efficient way to add weight to your workouts. Built to carry Ruck Plates® and nothing else.

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Training Weight Vest

We took our padded shoulder straps from the Rucker® which are the most comfortable on the planet under load, and we sized and contoured them to make the world's best Training Weight Vest.

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Travel Rucksacks

GR1®

21L / 26L

The toughest rucksack ever built. GR1®'s streamlined design and Special Forces quality materials make for the perfect everyday carry (EDC) daypack. Whether you're commuting to school, work, or the gym, GR1 has your back.

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GR2®

26L / 34L / 40L

Patterned after Special Forces medical rucks, with plenty of compartments for organization. GR2® is carry-on compliant, hands-free and built for people who want to travel out of one bag.

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BULLET

15L / 16L / 18L

The Bullet is the perfect streamlined ruck that you can use as a daypack or a grab and go ruck. One day it’s a trip to the pool, the next you’re stuffing jackets and snacks into your backpack for a day hike. It also makes a solid pack to loan a friend who is new to rucking and thinks their cheap book bag will be just fine — which it will be, till it won’t

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    The GORUCK Rucker 4.0 backpack in black boasts a sleek design with MOLLE webbing and a front patch area, making it ideal for rucking adventures.
    A person with a shaved head, carrying a black Rucker 4.0 by GORUCK and wearing red shorts, strolls outdoors with trees in the background.
    Rucker 4.0
    $290.00 from $177.00
    The GR1 USA by GORUCK is a black tactical rucksack highlighted by green MOLLE webbing, made from robust 210D CORDURA. It's displayed against a white backdrop with the USA flag in the top left corner, emphasizing its rugged American craftsmanship.
    A person with a black GR1 USA rucksack by GORUCK gazes at a sprawling hillside city beneath a cloudy sky.
    GR1 USA
    $468.00
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    The Ruck Plate Carrier 3.0 by GORUCK, made from sturdy 1000D CORDURA in black, is displayed against a white background. It highlights a distinct logo and arrow design, ergonomic lumbar support, adjustable shoulder straps, and has a flap pocket on top.
    A person with a black Ruck Plate Carrier 3.0 by GORUCK, featuring ergonomic lumbar support, and wearing camouflage shorts is running on a path. The individual is seen from behind, sporting a cap on their head.
    Ruck Plate Carrier 3.0
    $137.00 from $82.00
    The GORUCK GR2 black tactical backpack incorporates a design influenced by Special Forces medical packs, boasting multiple compartments and a distinctive horizontal strap on the front. It is also backed by the Scars Lifetime Guarantee, ensuring exceptional durability.
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    GR2
    from $444.00
    GORUCK black rucksack backpack, durable rucking gear with front zipper and patch logo
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    GR3 - X-PAC
    from $480.00
    GORUCK black rucksack with reflective stripe and logo, durable rucking backpack
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    Basic Rucker®
    $172.00
    GORUCK GR2 black rucksack with front zipper pocket and velcro patch panel
    Motorcyclist wearing GORUCK rucksack rides street bike, showcasing rugged rucking gear.
    GR2 X-PAC
    $456.00
    GORUCK black rucking weight vest with American flag patch, tough fitness gear
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    Rucking Weight Vest
    $184.00
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    GORUCK packable bullet ruck in ranger green, durable lightweight tactical backpack
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    Packable Bullet Ruck - Ripstop ROBIC®
    $77.00 from $47.00
    The black GR2 - Cordura ruck features a patch and several horizontal webbing straps on the front, stands upright, and is perfect as a carry-on travel bag.
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    GR2 - USA
    $645.00
    The GR1 USA - X-PAC by GORUCK is a sleek gray backpack with AquaGuard zippers, a front zipper pocket, and a top handle for added style and durability.
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    GR1 USA - X-PAC
    $622.00
    GORUCK brown two-compartment Cordura rucksack with coyote accents on white background
    GORUCK brown Cordura backpack open to show two compartments and interior organizer pockets
    Double Compartment Bullet Ruck - Ballistic Nylon Cordura - 18L
    $255.00
    A black vest with straps.
    A man wearing the GORUCK Training Weight Vest 2.0 lifts a heavy sandbag outdoors, surrounded by trees in the background.
    Training Weight Vest 2.0
    $231.00
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    GORUCK black mesh rucksack backpack with American flag patch on white background
    A person carries the Mesh Ruck, a black mesh backpack with visible gear inside, while walking outdoors on a sunny day.
    Mesh Ruck
    $113.00 from $66.00
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    Black backpack with a diagonal front zipper pocket and horizontal gray stripes near the bottom.
    Man in a gray long-sleeve shirt wearing a black backpack stands outdoors near a chain-link fence and palm trees.
    Bullet Ruck Laptop - Ripstop Nylon - 16L
    $279.00 $212.00
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    The KR1 - Spearhead Splatter by GORUCK is a black backpack ideal for school supplies, showcasing a scattered white geometric pattern and accentuated with a horizontal black leather strip across the front. It also includes side pockets and a small front pocket for added convenience.
    A young boy stands on a playground, wearing a black T-shirt, gray shorts, and the stylish GORUCK KR1 - Spearhead Splatter kids rucksack. The playground slide and equipment are in the background on a sunny day.
    KR1 - Spearhead Splatter
    $178.00 from $94.00
    The GORUCK Bullet Ruck Laptop in Ballistic Nylon Cordura, featuring multiple zippers, front straps, and a bombproof laptop compartment, stands upright on a plain white background.
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    Bullet Ruck Laptop - Ballistic Nylon Cordura
    $231.00
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    GORUCK black backpack with woodland camo accents and sturdy buckles, front view
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    Skate Ruck
    $326.00 $184.00
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    GORUCK Long Range Rucker 4.0 backpack, black, front view, MOLLE webbing, patch
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    Rucker - Long Range
    $349.00
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    GORUCK black Bullet 16L XPAC backpack with front zipper and patch logo on white background
    GORUCK black rucksack with two compartments and open laptop section on white background
    Double Compartment Bullet Ruck - XPAC
    from $219.00
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    GORUCK Heritage rucksack in dark oak with leather bottom and front stash pocket
    GORUCK Heritage rucksack in dark oak, open to show interior stash pocket and rugged design
    GR2 - Heritage Waxed Canvas
    $539.00
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    GORUCK Bullet 18L heritage dark oak rugged backpack with front stash pocket
    GORUCK Heritage Dark Oak backpack side view with dual zippers and stash pocket
    Bullet Ruck - Heritage Waxed Canvas - 18L
    $279.00
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    GORUCK black rucking backpack with top handle and front patch on white background
    GORUCK black ruck backpack top handle and zipper detail against black background
    GR0 - X-PAC
    $326.00 $148.00
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    GORUCK coyote brown rucking backpack with black zipper and patch, front view on white background
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    Bullet X-PAC
    $190.00
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    The GORUCK GR3 - Cordura is a black travel backpack with side buckles, top handle, slanted front zipper pocket, and waterproof zippers, designed as a carry-on rucksack. Shown on a white background.
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    GR3 - Cordura
    from $480.00
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    The KR1 2.0 - Kid Ruck by GORUCK is a simple green kids backpack with reinforced stitching, featuring a front white zipper pocket and side pockets, shown on a white background.
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    KR1 2.0 - Kid Ruck
    $77.00 from $58.00
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    Introducing the GR3 - Dyneema by GORUCK: a black tactical carry-on backpack with a sleek rectangular shape and multiple compartments. It boasts adjustable straps, MOLLE webbing on the front, and a convenient small patch area at the top. Crafted with durable Dyneema material, this backpack is both stylish and functional for various outdoor activities.
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    GR3 - Dyneema
    $704.00
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    The GORUCK M23 - Dyneema is a black, rectangular, modern rucksack featuring two adjustable straps, a top handle, and a front flap secured by buckles. Made from durable and weather-resistant fabric, it's ideal for outdoor adventures or travel.
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    M23 - Dyneema
    $397.00
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    The GORUCK KR1, a sleek black school backpack, features a front diagonal zipper pocket and side pockets while standing upright, offering both style and durability.
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    KR1
    $190.00
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    The GORUCK GR1 USA - Heritage is a stylish and functional brown backpack made from durable waxed duck canvas, featuring a minimalist design with a diagonal front zipper pocket and top handle, perfect for everyday adventures.
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    GR1 USA - Heritage
    $622.00 from $491.00
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    GORUCK black rucksack with gray straps and red patch, rugged outdoor backpack for rucking
    A person with a tattoo on their left forearm wears the GORUCK M23 backpack made of durable Cordura materials and a black T-shirt, standing in profile against a light-colored wall. They have short brown hair and are wearing a wristwatch.
    M23 - Cordura
    from $267.00
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    GORUCK black rucksack backpack, durable gear for rucking, front view on white background
    Woman outdoors wearing a black GORUCK backpack for rucking fitness training
    GR0 - Cordura
    $349.00
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    The GORUCK Bullet Ruck Double Compartment in Ripstop Nylon is a stylish black daypack with dual compartments, multiple zippers, and a small logo located on the lower right.
    A person carrying the GORUCK Bullet Ruck Double Compartment travel backpack, made from sleek ripstop nylon, strolls outdoors near a fence and trees.
    Bullet Ruck Double Compartment - Ripstop Nylon
    from $290.00
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    The GORUCK Training Weight Vest in black features adjustable straps and Velcro closures, ideal for security or military applications. This versatile vest allows you to customize the weight, making it perfect for boosting your strength and endurance during workouts.
    A person pulls another across the ground using a GORUCK Training Weight Vest outdoors near a chain-link fence.
    Training Weight Vest
    $219.00 $157.00
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    The Bullet Ruck - Classic -15L is a sleek black tactical backpack featuring a front zipper pocket and horizontal webbing, ideal as a 15L daypack for carrying daily essentials.
    A man with the Bullet Ruck - Classic -15L backpack, dressed in dark clothing, walks outdoors surrounded by greenery and palm trees.
    Bullet Ruck - Classic
    $178.00

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    Special Forces Materials

    Designed and proven in the harshest conditions known to man by Special Forces soldiers operating in war zones. The materials we choose thrive in any environment - YKK Zippers perform despite Middle East sandstorms, and 1000 denier CORDURA® is the preferred material for Special Forces rucks due to its strength to weight ratio and durability.

    Tested & Proven

    No other company systematically abuses their own gear like we do via GORUCK Events. Tested and continuously improved for over a decade at thousands of events, GORUCK rucksacks have consistently proven to be the toughest in the world.

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    Scars Lifetime Guarantee

    With GORUCK Events happening all over the world and a high-touch promise like SCARS, we have nowhere to hide, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. The guarantee we make to you is the same that we make to our buddies headed to war: GORUCK gear is built to Special Forces life or death quality standards. If you break it, we fix it.

    Exacting Standards of Performance & Durability

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    Double stitching for extra support in the seams.

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    Reinforced bartacks & backtacks at high stress points strength tested at over 400 lbs.

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    Dual density foam in the shoulder straps.

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    Backpacks Break and They're Cheap

    A Rucksack is Not a Backpack.

    Our rucks have a cult following because they carry a lot of weight comfortably, they keep the weight stable when you’re moving, and they have a lifetime guarantee.

    We don't compromise when it comes to the materials or construction. They are always built to meet the standard.