Ruck marches with your BOB

[avocado]

Anyone here take their BOB, water loaded, for test marches? I'm starting on the 18th as both a form of energy systems work as a part of my training program and to get an idea of what a 1 hour up and down hill march feels like with gear on. As i get used to it I'm adding weight with a weight vest to simulate a bug out load out.

Just curious if anyone integrates their preping into their strength and conditioning programming.

-chris

[ColdHaven]

Sure do. I want to use my ruck. Alot of times I hike with my GHB which might be a little lighter. Its a good way to exercise. Bring plenty of water and something to snack on when you rest. Heck, it might be fun to do this at a national park and camp when you are done hiking with your ruck. I plan to do this again soon.

[flashcard]

Anyone here take their BOB, water loaded, for test marches? ...

Just curious if anyone integrates their preping into their strength and conditioning programming.

-chris

I'm thinking this way more and more.  I spend a lot of time on foot, and have some great opportunities for training with a heavy load.  I'm bult like a packhorse, not a gazelle.  Should probably work on being as fast as I can with some weight on my back - I'm already pretty good with trudging on for hours.  On concrete and on dirt.

[Kwitzats]

if I had to bugout on foot then I would need to carry two kids as well

[avocado]

Yeah I think the one hour hill march is a good way to train. Even if you have kids its not really an excuse not to. When i was a kid i was always keen for a hike, which is really all it is. If you and your kids have the time i doubt it could be better spent thn enjoying the outdoors in summer.

-chris

[James Yeager]

i do them periodically. Some TSP folks did 20 miles Easter Weekend. It was a BLAST!

[Artos]

Great pics!

Yeah, hitting 35 convinced me to finally get a good pack.  Went with a Kifaru Zulu and have been EXTREMELLY happy with it here in Iraq so far.  9 months in and almost no sign of wear other than dirt and fits like a glove.

[Klonus]

I usually take my BOB out atleast once a week for about 3-7 miles depending on the time I have.  I am fortunate here that I am close to many parks that have marked trails.  I like to use my Iphone to track my progress and mileage.  This works great because it marks my path over google maps.  In the winter time, I like to cross country ski with my pack on.  burns lots of calories and keeps you warm, lol. 

[Jimbo]

 My dogs get all happy when I put on the 'Nam flak jacket & ruck. It means that each get a walk around the perimeter of our property! Am in the Guard & body armor is always worn on deployments, hence the vest.

[KYdoomer]

Hey James

Two questions:

1.  What is the brand and name of the UV purifier you guys were using?
2.  What is the brand and name of the little pot on the stand?

Thanks

J

[James Yeager]

Hey James

Two questions:

1.  What is the brand and name of the UV purifier you guys were using?
2.  What is the brand and name of the little pot on the stand?

Thanks

J

1. Steri-Pen
2. I am pretty sure you are referring to the pic of the USGI canteen cup.

[KYdoomer]

1. Steri-Pen
2. I am pretty sure you are referring to the pic of the USGI canteen cup.

Much obliged James and sorry everyone about the thread-hijack.  I'm leaving now to go shopping.   

J

[StillAlive]

I haven't marched with mine yet but I did do a few miles on the bicycle today wearing it

[delta69alpha]

yip go every summer and winter. Between that i do day hikes ( 6-15 miles a day) thru out the year.











aint nice mountains like JY's picks.... but we make up  for it with heat and bugs