Ruck Plates
Sand Ruck Plates
Which ruck plate is right for you?
A ruck plate turns any ruck into a gym. Load it, throw it on your back, and start moving. The only real question is how much weight and which shape fits how you train.
Flat Ruck Plates are the standard. Precision-cut steel, powder-coated, sized to sit flat against your back in the plate pocket of your ruck. This is what most people start with and never need to replace.
Curved Ruck Plates are contoured to follow the shape of your spine, so heavier loads sit closer to your center of gravity. If you ruck long distances or train with a weight vest, the curve pays off mile after mile.
Sand Ruck Plates are the entry point. Fillable, adjustable, and the lightest on the wallet, they let you dial in weight as you build up. A smart first step before you commit to steel.
How much weight should you carry?
- New to rucking: Start at 10 to 20 lbs and build from there.
- General training: 20 to 30 lbs covers most workouts and events.
- Experienced ruckers: 30 to 45 lbs for distance and load-bearing conditioning.
Every plate is backed by the Scars Lifetime Guarantee. Buy it once.
New to all of this? Read Get Started Rucking, then pick the ruck that carries your plate: the Rucker or the GR1.
FAQ section
What weight ruck plate should I start with?
If you're new, start with 10 to 20 lbs. It's enough to feel the work without wrecking your form. Most people move up to 30 lbs within a few weeks.
What's the difference between flat and curved ruck plates?
Flat plates are the standard and sit flush in your plate pocket. Curved plates are contoured to your back so heavier loads ride closer to your body, which is more comfortable over long distances.
Do GORUCK ruck plates fit any backpack?
Our plates are sized to fit the dedicated plate pockets in GORUCK rucks like the Rucker and GR1. They can be used in other packs, but they're designed to lock in with GORUCK gear.
What sizes do ruck plates come in?
From 10 lbs up to 45 lbs, so you can scale weight as you get stronger.
Are sand plates as good as steel?
Sand plates are a great, lower-cost way to start and let you adjust the weight. Steel plates are lower-profile and more precise, which is why most experienced ruckers train with them.
Are ruck plates covered by the guarantee?
Yes. Every GORUCK plate is covered by the Scars Lifetime Guarantee.
