2026 - Byron Rocks 5k & 10k - Run it. Walk it. Ruck it.
2026 distances
Running
5k
Family friendly 5K for runners, walkers and joggers. Participants will be guaranteed a souvenir race t-shirt and goodie bag if registered by April 13, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.
10k
10K option for those looking for extra distance. Participants will be guaranteed a souvenir race t-shirt and goodie bag if registered by April 14, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.
5K Ruck
Complete the 5K carrying a weighted ruck. Rucking is walking or running while carrying a weighted backpack (ruck). Ruck participants complete the same course as the run/walk division and are timed and scored separately. Weight Standards (weight listed does NOT include the bag itself) Men 18+: 30 lbs Women 18+: 20 lbs Youth 13–17: 10–15 lbs (recommended) Ruck Rules Weight must be carried for the entire race Weight may not be removed once the race begins Ruck must be worn on the back (no hand-carried weight) Weighted vests are not permitted Weight will be checked prior to the start Safety Note: Choose a pace and weight appropriate for your ability. This division is about challenge and completion, not speed.
Ruck 10K
Complete the 10K carrying a weighted ruck. Rucking is walking or running while carrying a weighted backpack (ruck). Ruck participants complete the same course as the run/walk division and are timed and scored separately. Weight Standards (weight listed does NOT include the bag itself) Men 18+: 30 lbs Women 18+: 20 lbs Youth 13–17: 10–15 lbs Ruck Rules Weight must be carried for the entire race Weight may not be removed once the race begins Ruck must be worn on the back (no hand-carried weight) Weighted vests are not permitted Weight will be checked prior to the start Safety Note: Choose a pace and weight appropriate for your ability. This division is about challenge and completion, not speed.
Race date Weather
Conditions on May 2, 2026 — historical Open-Meteo data.
About Byron
Byron Rocks 5k & 10k - Run it. Walk it. Ruck it. takes place in Byron, Illinois, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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