Up & Away Run & Ruck

Name: Up & Away Run & Ruck
Start: 2025-06-13T21:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-06-14T10:00:00-05:00
Location: Longview Texas

Schedule

Fri, 13 Jun, 2025 at 09:00 pm to Sat, 14 Jun, 2025 at 10:00 am

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Location

Longview Texas | Longview, TX

Texas Outlaw Running presents an exciting weekend of running and rucking challenges at the Up & Away Run & Ruck in Longview TX, featuring the BLPH (Bush-League Pinch Hitters) 7 Miler Night Challenge on Friday night and the 6K and 13K Run & Ruck on Saturday morning. Hosted in the heart of Longview amidst the great Texas Balloon Race, this event offers a unique opportunity to race under the stars on Friday and enjoy the sight of hot air balloons filling the sky on Saturday, all while supporting a great cause.
Friday, June 13th kicks off the weekend with the BLPH Night Challenge, a 7-mile run/ruck starting at 9:00 PM. Take on this thrilling night route and earn the exclusive Night Challenge medal.
Then, on Saturday, June 14th, join us for the Up & Away Run & Ruck during the day. Choose between the 13K Sky High Run & Ruck (8.1 miles) or the 6K Sky High Run & Ruck (3.7 miles). Packet pickup will be from 6:00-7:00 AM, with the 13K Run/Ruck starting at 7:00 AM and the 6K Run/Ruck starting at 7:15 AM. Awards will follow at 8:15 AM, and all finishers will receive the Up & Away medal.
A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit Bush-League Pinch Hitters (BLPH), a men’s addiction recovery shelter in Longview, TX, providing support and recovery services for men in need. Learn more about their mission at Bush-League Pinch Hitters.
With incredible routes, fantastic community support, and the beautiful backdrop of the Texas Balloon Race, this event is one you won’t want to miss. Sign up today and take your running and rucking to new heights, all while supporting the incredible work of Bush-League Pinch Hitters!