The Ruck · Carry and be ready
The Ruck Kit
$34.99
A sighting compass, paracord, all-weather notepads and clips. The small stuff that always ends up mattering.
- Compasslensatic-style
- 7-strandparacord
- 10clips
Prices and availability are while supplies last.
Ships separately from our overseas partner and usually arrives in 7–12 days.
On the packing list
Pick a trip to see everything else that goes in the ruck with it.
Campingnecessity
Two is one, one is none. Know where you are, write it down, tie it off.
Why it made the cut
Sighting compass
Lensatic-style with a folding cover for land nav practice.
Paracord and clips
Seven-strand paracord and ten aluminum D-clips for rigging.
All-weather notepads
Two camo pads that work in the rain.
Specs
- Compass
- Lensatic-style sighting compass with folding cover
- Paracord
- 7-strand, Army green
- Notepads
- Two all-weather camo pads, about 3 × 6 in
- Clips
- Ten aluminum D-clips
In the box
- Sighting compass
- Paracord hank
- 2 all-weather notepads
- 10 aluminum D-clips
Know the limits
Good for
- Land nav practice, rigging, gear lashing and notes in the rain
Not for
- Climbing or holding body weight; the clips are accessory grade
- Replacing a GPS or map in unfamiliar terrain
Shipping and returns
Ships separately from our overseas partner and usually arrives in 7–12 days. Arrived damaged or defective? Email a photo within 14 days of delivery and we'll replace it or refund you.
Field tips
- Take a bearing at home first and walk it in the yard. Land nav is a perishable skill.
- Use the D-clips to keep gloves, keys and small bags on the ruck.
- Write your route and return time in the notepad and leave it with someone.
Questions
Can the clips hold body weight?
No. They're accessory clips for gear, not climbing.
Does the compass replace a GPS?
Not in unfamiliar terrain. Carry a map and know how to use both.
