Rucking Backpacks

Field tested over two years by leading athletes, event competitors, and private sector military training groups - the YOMP Y-CO 1 is the only complete out-of-the-box rucking system available in the UK. Military-grade 1000D CORDURA®, hip belt, sternum strap, and plate pockets included as standard. Nothing else required.

According to The YOMP Standard, beginners start at 10% of bodyweight (Initiate). Intermediate athletes target 15-20% (Trained to Operational). Experienced ruckers progress to 25-30% (Advanced to Elite). 10 or 20lb is generally a good place to start.

A dedicated plate pocket, reinforced stitching, High stress point reinforcement, sternum strap, hip belt, and all-weather material rated for sustained load. A standard backpack has none of these.

Yomping is the British Royal Marines term for fast, long-distance movement under load the same discipline as rucking but with British military roots. YOMP Co takes its name from this tradition and builds the UK's leading rucking backpacks for the community it created.

Yes. YOMP Co is the official UK sponsor of DEKA Ruck Division and an official partner of leading UK and EU endurance and hybrid fitness events including ErgShoot and RedOn. YOMP backpacks and weight plates are used by competing athletes at sanctioned events nationwide.