Badass and overbuilt with locking front buckles you can run over in a Humvee and they'll be fine — we partnered once again with long time friend Mike Vallely, the grittiest skateboarder in history and GORUCK Tough Alum from 2011 — to create the Skate Ruck, which thrives in any and every condition imaginable.
The badass lock down straps giving this a signature look can hold a skateboard, but also a snowboard, towel, yoga mat, or whatever else you want to lash on and bring along. Make it yours and use it your way.
We started the design with our proven Double Bullet Ruck, our simplest and most streamlined ruck to use during travel. It offers all the pockets and organization you need to travel light and hands-free, including a bombproof laptop compartment to keep your tech protected.
Proudly overbuilt AF and backed by our Scars Lifetime Guarantee.
All Skate Rucks come with a leather embossed "V" patch — for Vallely, and Victory.
Features
Ultra tough Nylon Skate Straps to keep your board secure when you're not on it.
Bombproof Laptop Compartment next to your back is extra reinforced and has a false bottom so that when you set your ruck down, your laptop won't even notice
Lumbar Support: added padding supports the natural curve of your back
Frame Sheet: supports the integrity of the pack as you weigh it down and allows you to carry a heavier load more comfortably
Opens Flat: Easy to pack and organize. Special Forces medical rucks share a similar design
Extra Padded Straps: Shoulder straps and top handle are extra padded to carry heavier loads more comfortably
YKK AquaGuard zippers with silent, glove-friendly zipper pulls constructed from parachute 550 cord
2 Compartments: Inner compartment with 2 pockets and an outer compartment with 3 pockets and a built-in field pocket
GORUCK black backpack with woodland camo accents and sturdy buckles, front view
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A man with a backpack stands by a graffiti wall in a black and white photo, highlighting his Skate Ruck—an urban skateboard backpack featuring a durable, bombproof laptop compartment.
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GORUCK Skate Ruck backpack in black with woodland camo panel, side view
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GORUCK black ruck backpack with padded straps and rugged back panel on white background
Man with beard and tattoos carrying GORUCK backpack and skateboard on city street
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Man walking with GORUCK backpack carrying skateboard, urban street scene, durable rucking gear
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GORUCK Skate Ruck backpack in tropic multicam with orange straps, rugged camo gear
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A smiling man in sunglasses and a hat holds a Toña beer, sporting a grey shirt and carrying the Double Bullet Ruck 18L with Bombproof Laptop Compartment on his back outdoors.
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A person stands on a rocky coastline by the sea, wearing a hat and carrying the Double Bullet Ruck 18L with Bombproof Laptop Compartment.
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Three people, each with hats and backpacks—one carrying the Double Bullet Ruck 18L featuring a bombproof laptop compartment—walk along a rocky beach in bright sunlight.
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A boy stands near layered rock formations outdoors on a sunny day, wearing the Double Bullet Ruck 18L with a bombproof laptop compartment.
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A child with a Double Bullet Ruck 18L + Bombproof Laptop Compartment camo backpack walks through a busy airport terminal, travelers ahead, ready for adventure.
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GORUCK camo rucksack with orange straps, rugged backpack for rucking and outdoor gear
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GORUCK Skate Ruck Tropic Multicam backpack with orange straps, side view
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GORUCK grey rucking backpack with padded straps and reinforced back panel
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GORUCK grey tactical rucksack side view with reinforced handles and zipper pockets
GORUCK black rucksack backpack with bold hot pink straps and accents, front view
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GORUCK black rucksack with bright pink straps, held by a person kneeling on concrete
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GORUCK black rucking backpack with hot pink padded straps, back panel view
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GORUCK black rucksack with hot pink straps and accents, side view on white background
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Man on boardwalk with skateboard attached to GORUCK backpack, ocean and benches in background
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Man wearing GORUCK backpack carrying skateboard on boardwalk near historic building
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Man with beard wearing GORUCK backpack carrying skateboard and coffee in urban alleyway
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GORUCK Ranger Green and Black Skate Ruck backpack with front straps and rugged design
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GORUCK rucksack in ranger green with black straps, rugged padded back, isolated on white
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GORUCK rucking backpack in ranger green with black accents, shown from the side
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GORUCK Skate Ruck backpack in ranger green and black, shown open with visible compartments
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GORUCK green rucksack close-up with rugged zippers and red interior pocket
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GORUCK Ranger Green backpack with open front compartment and mesh pocket, rugged rucking gear
Skate Ruck
Regular price$158.00
Regular price$225.00Sale price$158.00
GORUCK x MIKE VALLELY
Not only is he a skateboarding legend, Mike Vallely is a GRT since the early days, doing his first GORUCK Challenge in Las Vegas in 2011. Mike is a living breathing example of what we're about: following your passion and show some grit while you're at it.
NYLON SKATE STRAPS
Keep your board secure with the ultradurable Nylon Skate straps.
BOMBPROOF LAPTOP COMPARTMENT
The separate compartment next to your back is extra reinforced to securely take a laptop into combat. Fits 13" Macbook Pro or Air comfortably and most 14" laptops.
QUICK ACCESS STASH POCKET
Right below the top handle to store your essentials like keys or sunglasses when you're on the go.
Overall rating: 4.822222 / 5 from 45 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Skate Ruck offers a perfect blend of durability and organization, featuring a bombproof laptop compartment and lumbar support. Its ultra-tough nylon skate straps and padded straps ensure comfort and security. However, some users find the straps too thin, and the size may not suit everyone.
"The ruck's front straps are quite useful and secure, among other things, my collapsible walking sticks when traveling." — Steven L.
"Perfect size and well rounded bag for rucking or normal use." — Justin T.
Reviews
Unexpected Wonderful EDC
"This is my 2nd GoRuck bag, I also own the Rucker 4. 0. Initially I purchased this bag because I wanted a 2nd rucking bag to take to work. The dual compartment makes this incredibly functional. I put my hydration and Tupperware in the front pocket along with my wallet and few other smaller carry items in the internal top pocket. In the main compartment I have a 20lb plate and I usually put my notebook, book, and any additional layers for the day as office temps fluctuate wildly as well as the weather where I live. This bag has proved to be an outstanding EDC which I hadn't anticipated. It also feels bigger than the stated 18L, it feels more like 20-21 to me. My only niggles with it, is that I wish it had a sternum strap and I wish the back panel weren't quite so stiff. My Rucker 4. 0 has 30lbs in it and is more comfortable. I also love the additional side handles which are not on the their double bullet 18L. Overall a great bag."
— CMH (5/5)
Better than expected
"I expected a Goruck ruck to be tough. But, I didn't expect it to look this good. This can be used more than a skate board bag. I strapped my tripod to it. The camo/black color is a outstanding."
— David C. (5/5)
Great for some uses.
"This is my 3rd ruck pack…I love the compartments, the quality of the build, the backs design. The zippers as always. This is the first pack I had that’s not made in the USA, and I didn’t notice any quality issues. However, I’m in the process of returning this pack because the straps are not comfy like the GR2 or Bullet from 2023. Tried to ruck with 30 lbs and it’s cutting into my shoulders bad. Love the size, but the straps are just too thin to enjoy this as I intended. If you need this as a travel/work bag, it’s 100% great. If you’re thinking as a ruck, I’d save up more and go for a GR1."
— Stephen H. (3/5)
"Great pack, even better Skate Ruck"
— Steven (5/5)
Skateboarding during constellation
"Great hardware to keep your deck secured, tons and tons of storage. The only downside is no space for internal water bladder. Lots of compartments to secure your ACRT however."
— craig j. (5/5)
Skate Ruck -- two thumbs up!!
"I only recently learned about the GORUCK Skate Ruck. I enjoy skating and I have many skate decks that I want to use out and about. This is the perfect bag for this use case. I can carry my board (very snugly) and some gear (say a camera and a notebook or two, plus an iPad (or even a laptop)). This bag keeps my hands free when I am carrying my skate, letting me go on my fun photo + skate excursions. This would've been my perfect bag back in my college days when I'd commute using my skateboard. Now I can use this for fun trips out and about."
— Arthur W. (5/5)
Perfect Every Day Carey
"It’s rigid out of the box but that’s part of the durability. It’s my EDC now son it’s breaking in quickly. I haven’t found anything to complain about 5 out 5 and everything I had hoped for"
— Wes B. (5/5)
"1. 20L would be the perfect size. It’s just the slightest bit too small. Mainly because I have an MSI laptop that just won’t fit in the laptop area it needs just a little more width and a little more height. 2. The little top pouch inside the secondary zipper compartment, if it could be attached by Molle or Hook and Loop so it’s removable that would allow for interchangeability and flexibility"
— Darcy (5/5)
No skateboard - No problem!
"I used the Skate Ruck as an EDC for a small boat, close interaction, Grey whale tour in Baja California. No skate board this trip but I switched from flip flops to water/boat shoes using the skate board straps to hold the footwear in between boat runs. I also used the straps to hold a jacket during hikes for the desert climate temperature changes. The straps made for quick and convenient access."
— TRosete (5/5)
Super unique pack
"Love this backpack. It’s super unique and at the same time practical and tough. One of my favorites for sure"
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