GORUCK - BATTLE OF THE 3 MILER

WORLD'S FIRST - Backpack only - Backyard ultra-style event. Backpacks & Load included. 250 SPACES GORUCK BATTLE OF THE 3 MILER: THE WINTER EDITION #1 250 BACKPACKS PROVIDED!!! THE BIGGEST GORUCK BACKPACK ONLY BACKYARD ULTRA STYLE FORMAT EVENT IN HISTORY!!!! THE EVENT STANDARD The GORUCK Battle of the 3 Miler is a structured endurance event based on the traditional British Army Infantry fitness test. This event shifts the standard backyard ultra format into a load-bearing challenge. Athletes are required to maintain a consistent physical output under strict combat-simulation loads, enduring the unique physiological demands of winter weather, freezing temperatures, and extended periods of darkness. EVENT FORMAT & RULES • The Lap: A new 3-mile route starts every hour, on the hour. • The Cut-off: You must complete the lap and return to the starting corral within 60 minutes. If you miss the hourly whistle, you are out. No excuses. • The Outcome: Finishers must complete all consecutive laps within their division (solo/relay). Placement on the leaderboard is determined by cumulative running time across all completed laps. • The Patch: To reward physical execution and grit, every single athlete receives the official event patch just for crossing the start line at Lap 1. OFFICIAL EQUIPMENT & INTEGRITY RULES • Backpacks Provided: All official backpacks and weights will be provided on-site by GORUCK to guarantee a uniform competitive standard. • Tamper-Evident Seals: Race staff apply tamper-evident seals to weight compartments before the start. If a seal is broken, cut, or altered, the athlete or team is instantly disqualified. • No Pack Removal: The backpack cannot leave the person's back at any point during a live lap. • No Outside Assistance: Competitors cannot be assisted with their backpack by anyone else (crew, teammates, or spectators) while out on the course. • Random Inspections: Weight and seal checks will be conducted at random by race staff at any point before, during, or after laps. Any pack found underweight results in immediate DQ. WINTER LOGISTICS & EVENT ADMIN • Mandatory Head Torch: Because the event kicks off at 08:00, Lap 1 will start in pitch-black conditions before sunrise. Sunset occurs before 16:30, meaning the final 4 hours are also run in total darkness. A functional, high-output head torch is mandatory for all athletes at the start line and from 16:00 onwards. • Self-Sufficient Pit Space: A dedicated basecamp area is located directly next to the starting corral. Competitors must bring their own shelters (pop-up gazebos, tents, or tarps) to protect themselves and their kit from the elements.• The Spectator Village: Open and welcome to family, support crews, and teammates. The village will feature hot food, drinks, and sports supplements available on-site to keep athletes fueled and spectators warm. • Warm Hydration: Hot water and fuel stations will be operational at the end of every lap to manage core temperature and recovery. WARM & WET KIT STANDARD Operating for up to 12 hours in British winter conditions requires flawless personal admin. You must come prepared with full wet-weather protection. If your kit fails, your body temperature drops, and your race is over. Every competitor must have access to the following inside their shelter: • Fully Waterproof Outer Layers: High-quality, taped-seam waterproof jacket and trousers to withstand prolonged rain, snow, or sleet. • Warm Insulation Layers: Multiple spare fleece, down, or synthetic mid-layers packed inside dry bags. • Spare Base Layers: Multiple dry change-outs of technical base layers to strip off wet, sweat-soaked clothing immediately between laps. • Extreme Weather Admin: Spare dry socks, winter hats, gloves, and a thermal flask to keep hot fluids on hand. LOAD CARRIED £50 Male Load: Minimum 30lb (13.6kg) £50 Female Load: Minimum 20lb (9.07kg) Includes official pack hire, weights, timing chip, and winter support. Pairs Relay Entry (12-Hour) £80 Per Team Partners alternate laps. Active runner wears required gender load (30lb M/ 20lb F). Spectator - FREE Full access to the spectator village and the athlete pit areas next to the start/finish line. Access to hot food and vendor stalls. PODIUMS & CAPACITY NOTICE • The Podium: The Top 3 fastest overall cumulative times across all entry categories win premium GORUCK kit and CASH prizes. • The Finisher Custom: While everyone earns the starting patch, those who survive and complete their entire registered duration ( 12 laps) within the hourly cut-offs will achieve ultimate leaderboard ranking and enter a raffle for free entry on the SUMMER event. • Strict Capacity Notice: Due to tracking constraints and on-site equipment provisioning, athlete spaces are strictly capped at 190 Solos and 30 Teams. No entries will be accommodated once capacity is reached