A TWO MILLION YEAR LEGACY
Rucking has been around for over two million years. Our bodies evolved to efficiently carry weight back to the tribe, high and tight on our backs. Two thousand years ago, Roman Legionnaires used rucking as a test to select their best soldiers, a practice that continues with today’s Special Forces. And the body remains as da Vinci drew it, elegant in its creation and refined to ruck weight over time and distance, on our backs. This is the life we choose.
The Rucker® 5.0 supports for your spine’s natural curvature while you’re out crushing calories, building strength, and saving your joints one step at a time — and it retains the fit and feel that is as timeless and natural as the human body.
The Rucker is the greatest and most comfortable rucksack ever built. Though many imitators exist now, it has no equal. The only thing tougher and more elegant than the Rucker is the person using it, and that means you.
NEW FOR 5.0:
Overall rating: 4.8488297 / 5 from 4743 reviews.
The Rucker 5.0 rucksack is praised for its ergonomic lumbar support, sturdy construction, and comfortable fit. Customers appreciate its durability and craftsmanship, making it a popular choice for those seeking a reliable and high-quality backpack.
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"Solid product, looks to be constructed to take harsh abuse. Very comfortable to wear. I'm 57 and obese, so I'm loading it with books to start! I'm wearing it around the house first thing in the morning and on walks. Noticed an improved posture already! I look forward to continuing making this backpack part of my fitness journey!"
"Fantastic quality. Such a night and day difference than the cheap backpack I was using before. So comfortable, and stable. I've bought multiple sandbags and shoes from GoRuck and have always been impressed with the quality and durability. The Rucker significantly exceeded my expectations. The plate fits so snug and high in the pocket. Great stuff and well worth the money."
"The Ruck is solid and holds weight very well. The bag is rigid when you get it but nothing a little use and some miles cannot work out. The price is definitely more than others but hopefully it will stand the test of time and miles and prove its worth."
"I am very pleased with the quality and fit of the Rucker 5. 0. The extra padding on the shoulder straps and lower lumbar support along with the way the weight is carried in the rucksack make for a very comfortable fit. I’m currently walking about 13 miles a week with 20 lbs and feeling strong."
"I am a rookie at rucking. Just finished my 4th week today. I’m 57 and. have always enjoyed walking/hiking with my wife and dogs. I’m down 16lbs with a ways yet to go and am really loving this product. The science behind rucking is amazing! This pack has been comfortable from day 1! I’m averaging 3-4. Days a week, carrying 40lbs of plates and experiencing no discomfort. I highly recommend this product! You won’t be disappointed!"
"I am impressed with the heavy-duty construction. This thing is built like a tank. I’ll put about 50 miles on it with a 30 pound load. It’s about as comfortable as it should be seeing wrecking isn’t supposed to be free."
"Rucker was as advertised. I also purchased the hip belt and an additional chest strap. Rucker works great, getting a great workout, especially going up hills. The weight of the Rucker itself is about 5 pounds (including waist and additional shoulder straps), so with a 45 pound weight you'll actually be carrying a load of about 50 pounds. In a few months I'll add 10 pounds (I purchased a 45-pound weight, 10- and 20-pound weights). I will then eventually replace the 10-pound weight with a 20-pound weight but no hurry to do that!"
"Had it for a week and already I've fallen in love. Yeah my muscle still hurt occasionally but that's what you expect. It carries the load precisely where it needs to be. I haven't seen any better packs anywhere. I would recommend it to anyone."
"I’ve been carrying 25-30 lbs on my back for a couple of months, and I wanted to upgrade to a proper rucking pack. I love the sturdiness of my new pack, but I have new pain in my back/neck, despite troubleshooting with the side straps and chest strap. I’m hoping it goes away with use, but I’d appreciate any advice to help with this discomfort."
"Everything is great but it puts a lot more pressure on the traps compared to the old pack I was using. So Ive been a little sore there, hopefully that will work itself out. You are able to get the pack up higher on the back tho. Overall quality is great and very streamlined pack compared to other packs Ive used."
