Rucking & Trail running events in Wales & the South-West
Join the UK’s first rucking and trail running event series, set in some of the country’s most breathtaking locations. Take on the trails as a trail run or weighted ruck, testing endurance, strength, and mental grit across epic off-road terrain.
Rucking (also called yomping or tabbing) combines hiking, jogging, or racing with a weighted backpack - a full-body workout inspired by military endurance training that builds real-world functional fitness.
Plus - our partners GORUCK provide the Rucker 4.0, the best ruck in the game, to all ruck participants at every single event!
Designed for all abilities, our UK trail running and rucking events feature scenic routes, tough climbs, and unforgettable views.
From mountains to woodland and rolling hills, each location offers unique terrain, challenging climbs, and breathtaking views. Experience the ultimate trail running and rucking adventure across the UK.
DistanceSprintEnduranceEpic
CategoriesPro RuckPro TrailOpen RuckOpen Trail
Location: Tor y Foel, Brecon Beacons.
Organiser's Word: This route embodies everything our series stands for - conquering breathtaking locations on two feet. Get ready to test your climbing capacity to the max!
Key Aspects: Huge elevation - technical terrain - speedy descents.
Elevation Gain: 446m elevation gain (12k)
From: £45.00
DistanceSprintEnduranceEpic
CategoriesPro RuckPro TrailOpen RuckOpen Trail
Location: Crook Peak, Somerset.
Organiser's Word: A stunning route that combines the thrill of exploration with the challenge of completing a series of back-to-back climbs.
Key Features: Undulating hills - multiple ascents & descents - breathtaking views.
Elevation Gain (TBC)
From: £45.00
Distance6k10k
CategoriesPro RuckPro TrailOpen RuckOpen Trail
Location: Ashton Court Estate, Bristol.
Organiser's Word: Our home race and the original location of the series. Don’t be fooled by the gentle elevation - this route will challenge your all-round running ability in the best way!
Key Features: Mixed terrain - testing climbs - rolling hills - speedy sections.
Elevation Gain: 251 metres (10k) & 187 metres (6k)
From: £45.00
From the shorter sprint distances to closer to half marathon distances, our UK trail running and rucking events offer routes for every ability. Challenge yourself on off-road trails, hills, and scenic terrain - whether you’re rucking or running, each distance delivers adventure, endurance, and a hard-earned sense of accomplishment.
5-8km depending on the location. Great for beginners & speedsters.
10-12km depending on the location. The perfect blend of speed & endurance.
14-18km depending on the location. For seasoned ruckers & trail runners.
Choose how you take on our UK trail running and rucking events. Compete against others in the Pro Ruck and Pro Trail divisions, or go at your own pace in the Open categories, designed for a personal challenge and adventure.
Our competitive rucking category - see how you fare against your fellow ruckers!
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Rucking Weights:
25lbs / 11.3kg for Men
15lbs / 6.8kg for Women
(in addition to 1.3kg Rucker 4.0)
Our competitive trail running category - push the pace against your fellow competitors.
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No added weight.
Our non-competitive rucking category - just you & your ruck against the trails
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Rucking Weights:
15lbs / 6.8kgs for Men
10lbs / 4.5kg for Women
(in addition to 1.3kg Rucker 4.0)
Our non-competitive trail running category - just you versus you.
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No added weight.
Find out more about rucking via our Get Rucking Hub where you'll find information on the benefits of rucking, how to get started as well as where to buy your own rucking kit!
The best ruck in the Game, the Rucker 4.0, and the ruck you'll get to use at every one of our events, as provided by our sponsor GORUCK.
Rucking (also known as yomping or tabbing) is essentially racing, jogging or walking with a weighted backpack. The sport has its origins in military-style training and is an incredible way to build real-life strength, endurance and functional fitness!
No, this event is open to newcomers as well as more seasoned runners! Our Pro Ruck & Pro Trail categories are our competitive categories where you'll get the chance to race against others. We also have our just for fun Open Ruck & Open Trail categories where you can focus on your own race and completing the route at your own pace.
As with all of our events in our Epic Trail Series, there are 4 ways you can take on every distance on offer: The Pro Ruck Category - i.e. take on the route in a race format against others, with the addition of a weighted backpack that we will provide you with on the day (25lbs/11.3kg for men, 15lbs/6.8kg for women). The Pro Trail Category - take on the route of your choice in a race format but with no additional weight. The Open Ruck Category - take on the same route in a just for fun format (i.e. not in a race format) with the addition of a lighter backpack that we will provide you with on the day (15lbs/6.8kg for men, 10lbs/4.5kg for women). The Open Trail Category - i.e. take on the same route just for fun (i.e. not in a race format) & with no additional weight.
Simply, our Pro categories (in both the ruck & trail run) are our competitive categories. So if you fancy racing others, select the Pro categories. Our Open Categories (in both the the ruck & trail run) are just for fun! Also - specifically for the Ruck categories, the weights are also slightly heavier for the Pro Ruck compared to the Open Ruck.
Yes, the Pro Ruck & Pro Trail categories will be sub-divided into the following age groups: Open (35 or below), Masters (36-42) and Vets (43+) and you will be able to see where you finished within your age group as well as overall. However, currently, there are only prizes for the top 3 men and women in the Pro Ruck & Pro Trail categories.
No, you are not permitted to use your own on the day. We will provide you with a GORUCK Rucker 4.0 backpack to use on the day with the correct weight already added.
Each event start will depend on the location. However, a provisional start time is typically between 11:00-11.30am.
We will send out an athlete pack which will include exact heat times on the week of the event. This pack will also include important information including parking etc. Typically all heats start between 11-11.30am.
A bag drop area, toilets, food and drink vendors and also some extra special fitness apparel & merch!
Of course - we'll have several throughout the route!
Yes, depending on the distance, there will always be 1-2 water stations at every event.
There will be prizes for the overall top 3 men and women in the Pro Ruck & Pro Trail Categories.
This will depend on the event but you will receive the route within your race day pack at the latest a week out from the event.
Our biggest trail ruck to date - with two routes, a speedy 6k & a stunning 10k route.
Our first-ever event in Wales & the first with our partners GORUCK. Plenty of lung-busting climbing & stunning views!
The first-ever Bristol Epic at the stunning Ashton Court Estate! A route packed with stunning views & a mixed of terrain.
Luca joined the company in 2021, shifting his career focus from fitness coaching and studio management to follow his passion for event design and delivery. He now oversees the entire Superhuman Sports events portfolio and plays a leading role in major events that we deliver for third-party brands. Luca manages each event from start to finish – from event design, programming, movement standards, scoring and judging, through to event logistics, licensing, sustainability, health & safety, ticketing, athlete experience and beyond. You’ll usually find him in a squat rack, running up a mountain, experimenting with crazy equipment ideas, or in the café drinking his hourly cortado.
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Having supported us at events for many years with judging, registration and event set-up, we finally convinced Emma to join the team as our dedicated Partnerships Manager in 2024. Emma now works closely with our brand partners to coordinate event-day activations, content collaborations and, ultimately, to ensure every partnership we enter into creates a positive experience for our athletes. Emma is a keen CrossFitter, enthusiastic rucker, dedicated mother, and absolutely loves a bit of office banter.
Craig launched the Superhuman Sports brand in 2013 with its first event, Superhuman Games. Originally designed as a functional fitness competition for members of his Bristol-based gym chain, SHG has since grown into one of the most unique and iconic fitness events in the UK, attracting participants from around the world. The company now delivers multiple event formats and partners with some of the biggest brands globally. With over 25 years in the sports and fitness industry, Craig has created and built brands across major mass-participation sporting events, health and fitness clubs, and, more recently, a sports marketing and content production agency.
Loved this event, well organised and probably the nicest people I've met supporting and organising thank you!
Wales Epic Trail Ruck 2025
Wales Epic Trail Ruck 2025
Everyone was positive and cheered each other along. Hydration stations were particularly good.
Bristol Epic Trail Ruck 2025
This was my first running event! I absolutely loved it and can't wait to do more
Bristol Epic Trail Ruck 2024
Great event. Perfect combination of endurance and strength. Tough but rewarding.
Bristol Epic Trail Ruck 2025
