{"product_id":"mudgear-speed-ruck-boots","title":"MudGear Speed Ruck Boots","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eWe recommend ordering .5 size larger than your normal shoe size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMudGear Speed Ruck Shoes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-subtitle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRucking Boot Meets Trail Running Shoe - The First Rucking Shoe Built Specifically For Competitive And Elite Ruckers, Designed To Move Heavy Things Further And Faster.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"isPasted\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSUPERIOR GRIP - 100% butyl-rubber outsole powered by VJShoes for \"The Best Grip on the Planet\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"isPasted\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDURABLE CONSTRUCTION - Ripstop nylon to prevent tearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePROTECTIVE DESIGN - Strengthened rubber toe cap; Fitlock arch stability; full-length rock plate \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eALL TERRAIN READY - 4 mm lugs for seamless road-to-trail transition; Midsole stack: 22mm\/16mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFAST AND LIGHT - Speed of a trail runner with the heart of a boot; 13 oz weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMADE TOUGHER - The strength of a boot captured in a fast shoe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFit Note: We recommend ordering .5 size larger than your normal shoe size\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo Review by Ryan Burns of Rucking.com \/ Ruck.beer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/19LmTMMMons?si=aBLoSnXCswooO2B9\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"isPasted\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRETHINK EVERYTHING\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSome might think MudGear’s evolution from socks to shoes is natural and maybe even expected, but we never saw it coming. We’ve been content providing the world’s best adventure socks for years…all while watching niche interests like OCR, trail running, and rucking evolve in their own unique ways. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe remember when rucking was just a slow march, leisurely stroll, or maybe even a military stride. However, as rucking grew from a hobby to a sport, we expected the usual footwear suspects to change with the times. They didn’t. So, we picked the brains of friends we’ve made over our 10+ years in elite fitness apparel. We asked legendary designers and a world champion rucker what needs to change in the established approach to competitive footwear. Short reply? EVERYTHING!\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e2 KINDS OF EXPERTS \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWhat do we need, and how do we get there? Those two questions were directed at two distinct experts. First, Rucking World Champion and GORUCK Selection Finisher, Mark Jones, provided the ultimate wish list influenced by an unmatched number of weight-bearing hours and miles. Mark knows all of the pain-points found in every shoe that has ever tried to race with a ruck. His expertise proved invaluable, but what good is a wish list without a heavyweight designer\/manufacturer who knows how to deliver? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEnter VJ Shoes. Known for their unique Butyl Rubber tread enabling “the best grip on the planet,” VJ Shoes is the respected leader among Finland's most accomplished trail runners and winter athletes. They specialize in keeping you moving fast while other shoes leave you at a standstill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"isPasted\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFIRM BUT FAST\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe first myth we had to demolish was this idea that thick, slow boots with little flex were the only way to support the weight of heavy rucks. That’s well and good when marching with your troop, but not when you’re trying to be faster than the next guy. So, we knew SpeedRuck needed VJ's reliable full-length rock plate system for an extra sturdy sole and their popular Fitlock for added support around the bridge when carrying heavy loads.  \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"100%\" alt=\"Infographic of MudGear Speed Ruck\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.accentuate.io\/8429471760701\/1705410083907\/MudGear-SpeedRuck-Shoes-infographics.jpg?v=1705496595977\u0026amp;options=w_auto:breakpoints_200_2200_30_5\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHEAVY CAN STILL BE LIGHT\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eA wish list can easily be misinterpreted as accessories or add-ons, but we knew VJ Shoes and their over 40 years of experience could deliver unparalleled strength and protection without weighing us down with unwanted mass. We're not just talking light compared to a ruck boot. We've cut the fat to compete with every known all-terrain trail shoe.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWHY NOT WATERPROOF?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHere's where Mark and other professional ruckers threw us for a loop. We were ready to canvas the SpeedRuck with the lightest, waterproof material possible, but it's what the stoics call \"a fool's errand.\" Waterproof material may help against rain and puddles, but more and more ruck events require full submersion. Your footwear will absolutely get wet and probably filled. That's when waterproof boots usually take a turn for the worse because the water is now trapped inside and weighs the wearer down for the rest of the event. That mistake has been repeated too many times. Let's fix it!  The MudGear SpeedRuck has quick release mesh for superior drainage without weakening the integrity of the shoe.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTHE THING ABOUT TRENDS \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThere are trends setters and trend followers. We followed the rucking trend until our friends asked us to improve it. Now, in a day when everyone is about repeating what they already saw others do, we decided to create something new, something different, something needed, something better. See why Speed Ruck is both a game changer and undeniably MudGear - Made Tougher!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFireside Chat about Speed Ruck with Malko and Mark Jones, Rucking World Champion and 2-time Selection Finisher\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ClpufGMzWYM?si=cOqcq5HXW0TCGJ6x\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-block product-block--tab\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsibles-wrapper collapsibles-wrapper--border-bottom\"\u003e\n\u003cform class=\"contact-form\" id=\"contact-09150601-bed2-49e1-832f-1b336c4a9ea6\" action=\"https:\/\/mudgear.com\/contact#contact-09150601-bed2-49e1-832f-1b336c4a9ea6\" method=\"post\"\u003e\u003c\/form\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MudGear","offers":[{"title":"Men's US Size 5.5 \/ Women's US Size 7","offer_id":51923084607801,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS5.5-WUS7","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Men's US Size 6 \/ Women's US Size 7.5","offer_id":51923084640569,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS6-WUS7.5","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Men's US Size 6.5 \/ Women's US Size 8","offer_id":51923084673337,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS6.5-WUS8","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Men's US Size 7 \/ Women's US Size 8.5","offer_id":51923084706105,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS7-WUS8.5","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Men's US Size 7.5 \/ Women's US Size 9","offer_id":51923084738873,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS7.5-WUS9","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Men's US Size 8 \/ Women's US Size 9.5","offer_id":51923084771641,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS8-WUS9.5","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Men's US Size 8.5 \/ Women's US Size 10","offer_id":51923084804409,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS8.5-WUS10","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Men's US Size 9 \/ Women's US Size 10.5","offer_id":51923084837177,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS9-WUS10.5","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Men's US Size 9.5 \/ Women's US Size 11","offer_id":51923084869945,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS9.5-WUS11","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Men's US Size 10 \/ Women's US Size 11.5","offer_id":51923084902713,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS10-WUS11.5","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Men's US Size 10.5 \/ Women's US Size 12","offer_id":51923084935481,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS10.5-WUS12","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Men's US Size 11 \/ Women's US Size 12.5","offer_id":51923084968249,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS11-WUS12.5","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Men's US Size 11.5 \/ Women's US Size 13","offer_id":51923085001017,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS11.5-WUS13","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Men's US Size 12 \/ Women's US Size 13.5","offer_id":51923085033785,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS12-WUS13.5","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Men's US Size 12.5 \/ Women's US Size 14","offer_id":51923085066553,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS12.5-WUS14","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Men's US Size 13 \/ Women's US Size 14.5","offer_id":51923085099321,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS13-WUS14.5","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Men's US Size 14 \/ Women's US Size 15.5","offer_id":51923085132089,"sku":"MG-SPEEDRUCK-SHOES-B-MUS14.-WUS15.5","price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/2402\/4625\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_Jan_6_2026_11_05_44_AM.png?v=1770414460","url":"https:\/\/runners-essentials.com\/en-es\/products\/mudgear-speed-ruck-boots","provider":"Runners Essentials by Without Limits®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}