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Rucking vest weight

Posted on 4/8/24 at 2:31 pm
Posted by Gings5
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Posted on 4/8/24 at 2:31 pm
Any recommendations on starting weight for a rucking vest? I usually walk about 3 miles per day and want to start wearing a vest.

Also, any recommended brands?
Posted by Lawyers_Guns_Money
Member since Apr 2015
394 posts
Posted on 4/8/24 at 2:41 pm to
I wear a GoRuck Rucker with 30lbs while walking my dog, typically get about 60-80 min per day in it. Goal is to get steps in and be in Zone 1 or Zone 2.

I weigh 170lbs and the 30lb bag is easy, but I've been rucking for years.

If you are just looking for general fitness, start at 20lbs and work up as needed.

Edit: Forgot to add, I would recommend taking a normal backpack and filling it up with 20lbs of stuff to test out rucking. If you like it, then invest in something like a GoRuck. Otherwise, it is a fairly substantial investment.

This post was edited on 4/8/24 at 2:47 pm
Posted by RocketTiger
Member since Mar 2014
1149 posts
Posted on 4/9/24 at 6:06 am to
I also have a GoRuck backpack. I have a 20lb and 30lb plate. The 30lb plate seems to be perfect.

I've considered getting a vest, though, since the weight seems to be more evenly distributed.
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