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Operation Buckeye

Brecksville, United States • 11 Apr 2026

Event Overview

Operation Buckeye is a physical endurance event scheduled for April 2026 in Brecksville, Ohio. Organized by Green Beret Fitness, the event takes place at 8263 Chippewa Road. Participants navigate a course designed to test stamina through a combination of distance and weighted carries.

Distances and Load Requirements

The event features a standard distance with multiple categories based on the weight load carried by the participant. The course covers a total distance of 13 miles with a total elevation gain of 978 feet. There are three distinct participation categories available:

  • Operation BUCKEYE LIGHT: Participants carry a dry load of 10 lbs.
  • Operation BUCKEYE: Participants carry a dry load of 25 lbs.
  • Operation BUCKEYE HEAVY: Participants carry a dry load of 50 lbs.

The weight requirements refer to the "dry" load, meaning the weight of the gear or ruck excludes water and consumables. The event is hosted in a park-like setting in the Brecksville area, focusing on the "trailblazing" aspect of the local terrain. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Ohio Brecksville

Race information

Registration
13 mi
Operation Buckeye
13 mi
Operation Buckeye Heavy
13 mi
Operation Buckeye Light
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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