The Men's Rough Runner - Black + Gum by GORUCK is a black athletic shoe with a sleek design, characterized by a textured sole and subtle overlays. It features black laces and displays a small logo on the side. The shoe includes a Gradient Density EVA Midsole for enhanced comfort, set against a striking white background.
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A man kneels outdoors tying his shoe, embodying the spirit of the Men's Rough Runner - Black + Gum by GORUCK. He's wearing a black shirt, dark shorts, and an olive green backpack. The trees and stone structure in the background amplify the Special Forces vibe of his natural surroundings.
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Men's Rough Runner - Black + Gum
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A person wearing the Men's Rough Runner - Black + Gum athletic shoes by GORUCK, featuring a gradient density EVA midsole, and shorts walks on a wooden boardwalk. The morning sun casts shadows on the planks, and a weathered fence lines the path.
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The Men's Rough Runner - Black + Gum shoes by GORUCK are displayed. One shoe stands upright, highlighting its side profile, while the other is angled to showcase the textured sole pattern featuring a Gradient Density EVA Midsole designed for optimal comfort and support.
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Wearing the Men's Rough Runner in Black + Gum by GORUCK, a person jogs on a sandy beach. The sneakers feature a gradient density EVA midsole and are paired with black socks and gray shorts. Lush greenery and a partial view of a fence in the background capture the essence of a warm, sunny day.
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The Men's Rough Runner - Black + Gum by GORUCK is showcased on a wooden surface, viewed from the back. These sneakers boast textured mesh material, a Gradient Density EVA Midsole for enhanced comfort, rubber soles with a tan bottom, and visible stitching details. The dark background accentuates the rugged style of this footwear.
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A pair of Men's Rough Runner - Black + Gum shoes from GORUCK rests on a wooden surface against a dark background. Featuring black athletic styling and brown soles, these shoes boast a textured Gradient Density EVA Midsole and sleek black laces, making them ideal for any challenging terrain.
There are two main problems we solved with the Rough Runner® that other running shoes don’t address:
Problem #1
LATERAL STABILITY
Normal running shoes are “ankle-turners” because they’re made for you to run in a straight line on stable ground, like pavement. When you move side to side, like we do, that creates problems and increased injury risk. Rough Runner have added stability, laterally around the ankle and under foot to let you do more, to include heavy weight training, running, and ruck running.
Problem #2
TOO MUCH FOAM
Typical running shoes on the market use what we’ll call “marshmallow foam” under your foot. It’s squishy and soft. Like a waterbed, it might feel good for a bit, but it’s terrible for your body. Marshmallow foam also compresses very quickly, even when it’s high quality, which makes your shoes feel “dead” much faster. What that does is that it encourages you to buy more shoes. That’s fine for some, but we wanted to build a stable platform under your foot, too — good for high mileage and all the other things (not just running) that you want to do with your life.
Rough Runner will last longer and perform better for all who live on their feet, from endurance ruck/running junkies to the Fight Club Class taking 20K steps a day just doing the work.
Versatile Road-to-Trail Outsole
Pound the pavement or go off-road. Two different rubber compounds form a single, seamless rubber outsole that performs in even the most demanding terrain.
The forefoot rubber is formulated for increased grip and the heel is dense, durable and won't wear down after miles of running or ruck running.
Lightweight Mesh Upper
Seamless, one-piece 100D polyester mesh provides breathability and flexibility without cramping your toes. At 330 g/sqm it's the ideal balance of weight and toughness.
High-wear areas are reinforced with a protective TPU film. We targeted the toe area for abrasion resistance and the midfoot to heel area for additional lockdown support.
10mm Offset
A 10mm heel-to-toe drop allows for the ideal balance between a running stride and a rucking gait. You have enough of a lift to reduce the strain on your achilles and support your heel strike while still controlling your cadence.
3D Molded Heel Lock
Comfortable PU foam bolsters lock in the heel to prevent slippage and excessive movement around the ankle. This allows you to secure your heel into the shoe without relying on lace-locking or lacing too tightly.
Anatomically Molded TPU Heel Counter
Anchors your foot with a supportive, injection molded heel counter that stabilizes your heel when you're moving with momentum.
Custom High Density Insert
Dense, PU foam insert custom made to fit the contours of the foot supporting all three (3) arches of the foot — yes, you have three arches in your foot (the medial longitudinal arch, the lateral longitudinal arch and the anterior transverse arch).
No MARSHMALLOW Midsole
Gradient Density™ EVA
Gradient Density™ means the midsole has more bounce under the ball of your foot and gradually becomes more stable towards your heel. It's uniquely formulated to provide cushioning and rebound with better long-term durability than any other running shoe on the market. No marshmallows here.
All GORUCK built gear, apparel, and footwear — everything we manufacture — comes with our Scars Lifetime Guarantee.
1% for Those Who Serve
As an American business with Special Forces roots, we at GORUCK are proud to donate 1% of our annual top line revenue to various non-profit partners who support those who serve.
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RUCK. RUN. LIFT. TRAIN.
Be stronger with Rough Runner®
You need maximum support for moving with weight.
You need responsive cushioning and rebound for moving with momentum.
You need lateral stability for doing PT without injury.
Rough Runner® thrive when running, rucking or training.
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