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Entries Closed

This giveaway is over.

Entries for the GORUCK Basic Rucker 17L closed on May 17, 2026. The winner will be drawn at random and announced on May 18, 2026 via email and our social channels.

Thanks to everyone who entered. We run these a few times a year - the newsletter is the fastest way to hear about the next one.

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If you didn't win

Three guides our readers actually click through.

The pack we gave away is $145. If you'd rather not wait on the next draw, these are the comparison guides our readers spend the most time with - every pick is researched, ranked, and cross-checked against the alternatives.

GORUCK alternatives

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GORUCK head-to-head

GORUCK Rucker vs GR1 - which one for what.

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Budget pick

Best rucking backpacks under $150.

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The GORUCK Basic Rucker 17L giveaway closed at 11:59 PM CT on May 17, 2026. Winner drawn at random and notified on May 18, 2026 via email and our social channels. See Official Rules for complete details.

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