The Ultimate SUCK

Race Overview

Join us this year 2026 for our 15th Anniversary on the Decker Farm. This will be a very challenging and somewhat grueling 36, 12 or 4 hour event. Our goal is to combine strenuous Mid-Western farm chores with military boot camp, trail running, strongman training, and whatever else somewhat punishing we can come up with. Think of it as Conan the Barbarian meets Full Metal Jacket with a dash of Deliverance mixed in for fun!

Event Details

• Date: September 4, 2026
• Location: 22721 North Polecat Road, Cuba, IL
• Base Camp: Your tent in a hay field: no RVs or buses allowed.
• Sleep Restrictions: You are NOT allowed to sleep once the event begins.

Required Gear

• Ruck Sack / Backpack: 60 liter / 3500 cubic inch recommended.
• Camelbak Hydration Pack: Recommended 70 - 100 oz.
• Splitting Axe: Required for 12 & 36-hour participants only.
• Five Gallon Buckets: Two required with NO MODIFICATIONS.

Additional required gear includes homemade sandbags, a military duffle bag, life jacket, headlamp, safety glasses, emergency blanket, reflective vest, and a waterproof case for your cell phone.

Recommended Gear

• Wetsuit Top: Highly recommended.
• Trail Shoes: Suggested for optimal performance.
• Work Gloves: Essential for handling various tasks.
• Insect & Chigger Repellent: Recommended for outdoor comfort.

Rules and Regulations

Crews and pacers are not allowed on the course with the racers until hour 24 of the event or 7 PM on Saturday. At 7 PM Saturday, you are allowed ONE pacer on the course for the last 12 hours. They cannot assist you beyond your designated campsite in any way. Violations of this rule will result in immediate disqualification.

Check-In Information

CHECK-IN - Friday, September 4th opens at 2pm and closes at 5:00pm. There will be a mandatory pre-race brief at 5:30pm. Please arrive early to weigh in and check your gear list. Don’t be late!

Important Notice

Please understand that you are registering for this event and agree to Gut Check Fitness, LLC policy that there are NO REFUNDS and/or TRANSFERS. You are ready to make the commitment to train, work hard, stay focused, then show up and 'Embrace the SUCK'.

Post-Event Gathering

After the event, we will have a bonfire, breakfast, and a great time. Hope you can join us at "The Decker Farm". For more information, visit the race website.