Why WaterWeights Are the Best Weights for Rucking
When it comes to rucking, it's not just about the amount of weight you carry, the type of weight you carry also makes a huge difference. Traditional iron plates might seem like the obvious choice, but they come with major downsides—they are bulky, rigid, uncomfortable, potentially dangerous, and expensive. That’s where water weights come in.
At Ruck Evolution, we’ve created two game-changing water weights that are revolutionizing the rucking experience:
HydroRuck Pro – A leakproof, ultra-durable water bladder that carries up to 25 lbs of water and doubles as a strength-training tool. It even has a hydration tube, so you can drink while you ruck.
Ruck Evolution Aquabell – A kettlebell-dumbbell hybrid, holding up to 15 lbs of water, perfect for both rucking and functional strength training.
Why are WaterWeights the superior choice over iron plates? Let’s break it down.
1. Ultimate Comfort – No More Hard, Painful Weights
Traditional iron plates are unforgiving, and quite frankly, they bang around in your backpack. Without thick padding, they dig into your back, making long rucks miserable. water weights, on the other hand, are:
✔ Soft & form-fitting – No need for excessive padding; the weight itself is padding.
✔ No sharp edges – You’ll never feel uncomfortable pressure points against your back.
✔ Perfect weight distribution – Water adapts to your movement, creating a more balanced carry.
2. Cost – Water weights are way less expensive.
A 20-pound iron plate costs over $100 plus shipping! Our 25-pound HydroRuck Pro costs $35, is inexpensive to ship, is adjustable to any weight, and doubles as a hydration source.
3. The Safest Weight You Can Carry
Dropping an iron plate on your foot? That’s an instant trip to the ER. Dropping a water weight? No big deal.
No risk of serious injury – Whether you drop it on your foot, set it down too hard, or accidentally hit yourself, water weights won’t cause damage.
Safe for lifting – The both our water weights' built in handles make them fantastic strength-training tools without the risk of dropping a heavy, rigid plate on yourself.
4. Adjustable Weight—Perfect for Any Fitness Level
With iron plates, you’re stuck with a fixed weight. But with water weights, you can adjust on the fly:
The water weights each have a range--from 0 to 15 pounds on the Aquabell, and 0 to 25 pounds on the HydroRuck Pro. This makes them very versatile.
They are easy to lighten the load as needed. Injured or fatigued mid-ruck? Dump some water and keep moving safely.
Your weight should work for you, not against you.
5. Compact, Easy to Store, and Perfect for Travel
Good luck fitting iron plates in your suitcase or carrying them on a flight. Water weights make life simple:
Empty them when not in use – They fold up small and take up almost no space.
Travel-friendly – Fly with an empty water weight, fill it at your destination, and ruck anywhere.
6. Bonus: Your Weight is Also Your Hydration
The HydroRuck Pro isn’t just weight—it’s also your water supply. With its 100% food grade storage and built-in hydration tube, you can drink while you ruck, eliminating the need for extra water bottles.
The Bottom Line: Water is the Future of Rucking
Iron weights do have one advantage, they are smaller. But small backpacks don't have the durability to carry an iron weight. So ditch the uncomfortable, dangerous, and impractical iron plates. Water weights are less expensive, adjustable, comfortable, safe, travel-friendly, and multi-functional—everything you need for an optimal rucking experience.
Upgrade your ruck today with the HydroRuck Pro or the Ruck Evolution Aquabell.
🔹 Shop Now and experience the future of rucking! 🔹
Comments