Canal St, Raritan NJ
Saturday, September 20th, 2025
🏃♂️ Event Overview
Join us for the Manila Madness 5K Freedom Run/Ruck, an event honoring the legacy of Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone and the sacrifices of our nation's heroes.
🏅 5K RUN – USATF Certified
- Test Your Endurance: Test your endurance on a USATF-certified course, perfect for runners of all levels.
- Personal Achievement: Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply looking to run in honor of a true American hero, this 5K is a meaningful way to challenge yourself while paying tribute to Basilone’s unwavering spirit.
🎒 5K RUCK – Ruck in GySgt. Basilone’s Shoes
- Inspired Challenge: Experience a challenge inspired by the weight of battle.
- Basilone's Burden: Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone carried a Browning M1917 .30 caliber heavy machine gun, which alone weighs about 40 pounds when filled with water.
- Test of Strength: If you’re looking for an even greater test of strength and endurance, take on the full combat load—machine gun with water, tripod, and ammunition—totaling approximately 100 pounds.
🎖️ Join the Legacy
- Honor and Remember: Whether you’re running, rucking, or supporting from the sidelines, this event is an opportunity to honor a Marine Corps legend and keep his legacy alive.
- Sign Up: Sign up today and push yourself like a warrior!
🔗 More Information
For more details and to register, visit the official race page: Manila Madness 5K Freedom Run/Ruck.
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