X-Pedition Gladiator is a sprint bike + ruck duathlon organized by X-Pedition Scholars, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Brownsville, TX.
Participants will complete an 8+ mile bike ride followed by a 4+ mile ruck carrying a 35 lb backpack (men) or 20 lb (women) through the scenic trails of Resaca de la Palma State Park — about 12+ miles total.
Registration fees support scholarships for students with disabilities.
Categories available: Men, Women, Challenge, Team Relay (F/F, M/M, Couples), Ruck Only, Bike Only, and Para/Adaptive
Registration Deadline: May 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM CT
Registration Link: https://www.trireg.com/xpeditiongladiator26
Cost: $50–$60 depending on category
UTRGV Discount Code: FAITHFUL50 — 50% off registration!
Contact: X-Pedition Scholars, Inc. (956) 639-0591
http://x-peditionscholarsinc.org/
