The Ultimate SUCK
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (September 4, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
The Ultimate SUCK takes place at the Decker farm in Cuba, Illinois, on September 3, 2027, with 10-mile (16.1 km), 25-mile (40.2 km) and 50-mile (80.5 km) options, all starting at 7 p.m.
The event blends grueling farm chores, elements of military boot camp, trail running and athletic strength work. The challenges are only revealed during the event, and participants must stay awake throughout while carrying mandatory gear (backpack, hydration bladder, sandbags, safety equipment).
Support crews and pacers are allowed only on the final part of the course, under strict conditions, and no refunds are offered. The event wraps up with a bonfire and a group breakfast.
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Races nearby
Other upcoming races around Cuba.
Big Horse 5K
Aug 29, 2027 · Lewistown, IL · 7 mi away
1 mi
Running with Ghouls
Oct 31, 2026 · Canton, IL · 9 mi away
3.1 mi · 1 mi
Spring Stampede 5K/10K
May 2, 2027 · Hanna City, IL · 25 mi away
3.1 mi · 6.2 mi
Potawatomi Trail Runs
Apr 8, 2027 · Pekin, IL · 29 mi away
200 mi · 150 mi · 100 mi · 50 mi
Colchester Duane Beck 5K
Sep 4, 2027 · Colchester, IL · 32 mi away
3.1 mi · 1 mi
Interplanetary 5K
Apr 3, 2027 · Peoria, IL · 34 mi away
3 mi · 1 mi · 0.5 mi