Tag: Ruckhenge

Old Stony Point ruck

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    7 gathered for the latest edition of RH. Waited for a straggler, then hit the streets today. A challenge was thrown out to increase usual rucking weight by 5-10% this week in an attempt to shift from a place of comfort. Goal was to cover some decent distance as well, with hills and variable activities (Bernies on hills & Farmers Carry’s) thrown in. Solid job by the pax who covered 3.5 miles in 1:02:21. Our chapter this week focused on the Greeks and the rise and fall of their empire. As always some great discussion cropped up. Thanks for joining today!

    Announcements:

    • Homegrown half on the horizon with multiple options including ruck. details on start etc forthcoming.
    • September overnight ruck – hit up Crabgrass for details
    • New routine at Timberwolf starting in September

    Prayers:

    DTH led us out.

    Till next time.

  • Jolly Good Fellows

    Nine noble lads embarked on a 3.5mi ruck around Larus Park and the Stony Point Mall on this week’s episode of Ruckhenge. YHC brought a couple of gift bags for the PAX to share, each weighing approximately 40lbs.

    Coffeerama at Einstein’s followed as per usual and the PAX had a great discussion on chapter 3 of H. Muller’s Uses of the Past, which deals with Judaism, Christianity, and their proliferation throughout history. Next week we turn our attention to Ancient Greece.

    Prayers for Pad Thai and his M as they are expecting baby #2 at any day now, as well as, L Woods and his M who are scheduled for IVF implantation in the week to come.

  • Just add a little Dry Rub to that Bugout Bag

    The usual Ruck warriors welcomed Dry Rub to speed ruck the mean streets of Bon Air, clocking 3.5 miles with the encouraged topic of Doomsday Prepping livening up the usual discussion. Coffee and deep philosophical thoughts occurred after at Einstein. Always a pleasure gents! Yours AYE! ~DTH

  • what the duck

    Seven soggy HIMs braved the Larus Park Swamp for a brisk 4 mile ruck. The local ducks thought we were part of their gaggle and decided to join us for coffee rama. We stretched our minds discussing world history as we powered our way through chapter 2 of The Uses of the Past.

  • Wet Red Loop

    6 Ruckers battled rain, mud, spider webs, and the gritty streets of Bon Air this morning. It was YHC’s first time Qing at Ruckhenge – what could go wrong?

    The route consisted of a loop through the neighborhood across Huguenot road. We ventured into Laurus Park and completed the Red Trail loop. Back into downtown Bon Air for some added mileage, then arriving at Einstein Bagels at exactly 6am. Overall, an excellent way to start the day!

    I had to bounce prior to the book discussion – but I am sure the fellas were digging deep into the Byzantine experience.

  • The Weight of TIME

    Eleven HIM’s converged at Ruckhenge in 1000% humidity to happily discover that a new DTH caber would accompany their morning ruck. This conifer log is about 8’ long and weighs about 80-100 pounds, dense with embedded sap. The PAX took turns in pairs to share her uncomfortable weight as we looped through Larus and local neighborhoods. (See pictures on Slack). Dealer was heard to exclaim “oof, that log just hits different!” An official name of this hefty new coupon is still in progress but current candidates like “Justinian” and “Sophia” hail from our new book “The Uses of the Past: Profiles of Former Societies” by Herbert Muller (published 1952), and coincides with our post-ruck round table discussing world history in contrast with modern society issues/conflicts. Perhaps she will embody the weight of the past by simply being called “TIME.” Or we could call her “RAPTURE” (another topic discussed) as pertains to the unpredictability of the future. Can any of us guarantee tomorrow? Let’s get AFTER it today gentlemen! Yours AYE! ~Dr Tryhard

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    15 men gathered at the Stony Point SC for this week’s edition of RH. Great to welcome some new pax and welcome back some others. Welcome to Lil Jon (FNG) too. We covered 3.3 miles of some streets and trails, and threw in a few off the cuff activities to remind the Freedom Ops lads of what’s in store come October. Not even a really sick tree could dampen the spirits of this group though as we returned for coffee and bagels, if just a little late.

    Summer Tour continues at Satan’s Hill Friday 6/20

    Dookie VQ @ the Forge Thursday 6/19

    July 4th Convergence — details on the way!

    Other upcoming events include:

    Home Grown Half – 8/16;

    Night Ruck – September;

    Freedom Ops (GrowRuck) Raleigh – October

  • Suns Out Guns Out

    Eight amigos toted their rucks around Larus Park next to the Stony Point Shopping Center for a power-hour of good times and hard work. The majority of the PAX kept their biceps modestly covered but Purple Rain would not be denied on this glorious morning. Inspired by PR’s pythons, YHC led us through the trails in a snake-like pattern for today’s 3.34mile trek. All eight returned to the flag for COT and then shared a coffee at Einstein’s to discuss the end of Jordan Peterson’s 12 Rules for Life, ideas for the next book, and the English…naturally.

    Announcements:
    – Summer Tour ’25 : Keep an eye on the 1st F Slack channel for each week’s hot spots.
    – Father’s Day (6/15) @ The Forge : 0700 : 2.0-friendly workout with games and slip-n-slide
    – Homegrown Half (8/16)
    – GROWRUCK #59 (Downrange – NC) : Oct. 3-5 : NTB and L Woods are HC and looking for more to join!

    Prayer Requests:
    – L Woods: Close friend waiting on results from lung scan.
    – NTB: Family going through hard times with the recent loss of grandparents
    – Purple Rain: Extended family health issues.

  • Packin Balls

    What do you do when the guy who’s been holding your ruck gear no-shows? Load up an extra bag with a set of heavy bocce balls and roll out in style to the jolly cadence of balls clacking. Nice to catch up with PR and Scram and get to know Bru. Rocked out a little over 3 miles through Larus trails and Stony Point Fashion Park. Deep conversation followed at Einstein along theological lines. God is good all the time! Yours AYE! ~DTH

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    Definitely not sunny but not far off 70. We still had a great time despite the woods of Larus not providing much if any cover from the deluge. Was great to have 4 brothers out to ruck this morning. Scram provided the synopsis of the 10th Chapter of JPs 12 Rules For Life—Be precise in your speech. Till the next one.

    Summer tour is upon us. 45MOM for the next installment. Bring a towel for the ride home!