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22721 North Polecat Road, Cuba IL

Friday, September 4th, 2026

🎉 15th Anniversary Celebration

  • Join Us: This year 2026 for our 15th Anniversary on the Decker Farm.
  • Challenging Event: Experience a very challenging and somewhat grueling 36, 12 or 4 hour event.
  • Event Features: Combine strenuous Mid-Western farm chores with military boot camp, trail running, strongman training, and more.
  • Unique Theme: Think of it as Conan the Barbarian meets Full Metal Jacket with a dash of Deliverance.

🔫 Event Preparation

  • Skills to Familiarize: You may want to get familiar with shooting a shotgun, carrying hay or logs, lifting, and chopping wood.
  • Surprise Challenges: Experience the effects of pepper spray! The actual tasks will not be revealed until you encounter them.
  • Base Camp: Your tent will be in a hay field. No RVs or buses please!
  • No Sleep: You are NOT allowed to sleep once the event begins.

🎒 Required Gear

  • Ruck Sack: Recommend a 60 liter / 3500 cubic inch.
  • Camelbak: Hydration pack recommended at 70 - 100 oz.
  • Axe: Splitting axe (12 &: 36hr ONLY).
  • Sandbags: Guys 2 x 50lb, Gals 2 x 35lb (HOMEMADE, NO MODIFICATIONS).

🧗‍♂️ Recommended Gear

  • Wetsuit Top: Highly recommended.
  • Trail Shoes: Essential footwear for the event.
  • Work Gloves: Protect your hands during tasks.
  • Food &: Water: Bring plenty to stay hydrated and energized.

🚫 Event Rules

  • No Crews/Pacers: No crews or pacers allowed on the course until hour 24 of the event.
  • Pacer Policy: At 7 PM Saturday, you can have ONE pacer on the course for the last 12 hours.
  • Assistance Limits: Pacers cannot assist you beyond your campsite in any way.
  • Disqualification Risk: Violating the rules may lead to immediate disqualification.

📅 Check-In Details

  • Date: Friday, September 4th, opens at 2pm and closes at 5:00pm.
  • Pre-Race Brief: Mandatory at 5:30pm.
  • Arrive Early: Be sure to show up with enough time to weigh and check your gear.
  • Important Note: Don't be late!

🤝 Commitment Agreement

  • No Refunds: By registering, you agree to Gut Check Fitness, LLC policy that there are NO REFUNDS and/or TRANSFERS.
  • Training Commitment: You are ready to train, work hard, stay focused, and 'Embrace the SUCK'.

🔥 Post-Event Celebration

  • Bonfire: After the event, join us for a bonfire.
  • Breakfast: Enjoy a great time with food and friends.
  • Location: Hope you can join us at "The Decker Farm".
  • Link: For more information, visit The Ultimate SUCK.

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