The SUCK

08/20/2026

Tik tok. Not long now.

Please help us welcome back Mr. Tyler Richardson to this year’s Ultimate Suck. He’s taken home the coveted Judith Gedney PERSEVERANCE award in the past and is stronger than ox, about the same as a Moose. He’s an amazing athlete as well as a great husband and role model for the little ones in the photo. Welcome back my friend. We’ll see you on the Decker Farm in a couple of weeks. Are you ready to Embrace the Suck?! **t

08/11/2026

👏🏼ORDER DEADLINE EXTENED:

Thank you all for your orders. I know some of you were worried you missed the deadline…good news you still have time.

NEW DESIGN: Hoodies, long sleeve, sleeveless and t-shirts available. Please send me a message or comment below ASAP. I’m happy to ship after the event if you not able to make it to the farm. 👍

*We will NOT have extra inventory onsite for sale.

08/06/2026

Life is short. We spend too much time saying “someday.”

Here’s your chance.

I’d like to personally invite you to my family farm outside Cuba, Illinois—the home of the Ultimate SUCK.

For one weekend, you’ll trade traffic for gravel roads, alarms for sunrises, and excuses for adventure. You’ll laugh, sweat, meet new people, push yourself, and leave with stories you’ll be telling for years.

Whether you take on the 4 Hour, 12 Hour, or the legendary 36 Hour Ultimate SUCK, this isn’t about proving you’re the toughest—it’s about finding out what you’re capable of.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign, this is it.

Come experience Decker Farm. Come embrace the SUCK. Come make a memory.

Who’s in? Can I get a Gut Check!?

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08/05/2026

Meet Chris Sible. It’s not his first rodeo.

When asked why he was registering for this crazy event he said,
“My goal last year was to finish in one piece - this year I want to compete!”

So what will finishing this event mean to you?
“Finishing this event will confirm I'm crazy enough to come back for more - and I'm proud to count myself among these fellow crazy, incredible people.”

Welcome back Chris! We look forward to seeing you on the Farm Labor Day weekend. **t

07/31/2026

Meet Dion Mindykowski. Vikings do exist.

Dion is no stranger to the Suck or to the Decker Farm. He’s coming back this year in an effort to take home his 3rd Grunt.

When asked just why he was coming back, here’s what Dion had to say, “Finishing this event has become a benchmark for my training and life standards. This third finish will mean that I am continuing on the right track, even more so, if this finish is more competitive than my last two.”

There’s still time to join him. Life is short. Do epic s**t.

Are you ready to Embrace the Suck?!
**t

07/29/2026

Hard to believe our crazy little idea is turning 15 years old.

Back in 2012, after competing in some of the toughest events on the planet including the Guinness Book World’s Fittest Man, the 520 Mile Trans Himalayan Raid Gauloises, the 152 Mile Marathon des Sables, Badwater 135, the Death Race and many more, I wanted to create one event that tested it all.

Running.
Rucking.
Strength.
Endurance.
Mental toughness.
Heart.

Not to break people, but to build them.

Fifteen years later, The Ultimate SUCK has challenged hundreds to dig deeper than they ever thought possible. It isn’t about beating everyone else. It’s about finding out what you’re truly capable of.

Join us Labor Day weekend on the Decker Farm and help us celebrate 15 years of embracing the suck. Not quite ready for 36 hours? We’ve also got 12 hour and 4 hour options.

Check out the video below from our 5 year anniversary and see what it’s all about.

Life is short. Do epic s**t.

Can I get a Gut Check!?

REGISTER HERE: https://www.adventuresignup.com/Race/IL/Cuba/TheUltimateSUCK

Highlight of 36 hour Ultimate Suck Race by Gut Check Fitness

07/29/2026

*UPDATE: Made a slight change to the design

🇺🇸 IT’S HERE… and we couldn’t be more excited to reveal the OFFICIAL 2026 Ultimate SUCK event shirt! 🇺🇸

This year is extra special as we celebrate 15 years of The Ultimate SUCK while also honoring America’s 250th Anniversary. 💪🇺🇸

Our event has always been about more than just pushing your limits. The Ultimate SUCK was created to pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country. Because of them, we have the freedom to gather, challenge ourselves, build community, and do what we love.

That’s why this year’s shirt proudly features an American flag-inspired design. It’s our way of honoring our nation, celebrating this incredible milestone, and recognizing everyone who has been part of the SUCK family over the past 15 years.

Whether this will be your first SUCK or you’ve earned every shirt since day one, this design represents grit, perseverance, freedom, and the mindset that has defined our community since 2012.

🔥 PRE-ORDERS ARE OPEN NOW! 🔥

Don’t miss out on this limited-edition anniversary shirt! We also have sleeveless, long sleeve and hoodies available.

👇 Comment below or send us a message to reserve yours before they’re gone.

Who’s ready to embrace the SUCK with us this year? 🇺🇸💥💪

07/22/2026

Meet Quinn Owens.

Last year Quinn came to the Decker Farm, took on the 12 Hour SUCK, earned his Challenge Coin, and apparently had so much fun he signed up for the full 36 Hour Ultimate SUCK this year.

At just 24 years old, he’ll be one of the youngest competitors out there.

Let’s welcome Quinn back and wish him the best of luck. The only way to define your limits is to go beyond them.

Embrace the SUCK. Can I get a Gut Check!?

**t

07/17/2026

This guy earned his 5 Year Eagle last year and is coming back to attempt to earn his 6th Grunt. If he survives and completes the event, he will have tied Tracy Sarno Riepl aka. Mighty Mouse for 2nd most Grunts earned at the Ultimate SUCK. Time will tell. Welcome back Mr. Michael Oliveros. We’ll see you on the Decker Farm Labor Day weekend. Are you ready to Embrace the Suck?! **t

07/16/2026

Suck training. Prince of Darkness.
This challenge/workout is a combination of a Guinness World Record, Gut Check conditioning & Suck specific events. The goal is to start at sunset, complete each task in this order & see just how long it takes you to conquer the Prince of Darkness. You have either this weekend or next to get it done. Crazy Jane’s doing it this weekend. Anyone want to join her?! Can it be completed in under 12 hours?! We shall see. Are you ready to Embrace the Suck?! **t