10K Tabbing Event – What Is It?

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Relaunched for 2026, the Revesby Running Festival includes the 10K Tabbing Event — a test of endurance that blends hiking and military-style loaded movement. “Tabbing” involves covering distance on foot while carrying a weighted pack. It’s not about speed alone — it’s about resilience, pacing, and managing load over distance. Whether you’re looking for a new challenge or want to experience something different from a traditional run, this event is designed to push you in a completely new way.

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Event Format

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• Distance: 10K off-road course around the Revesby Estate

• Terrain: Mixed trails, grass, and estate tracks

• Start: Mass start (separate from runners)

• Aim: Complete the course while carrying the required load

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Rules & Guidelines

To keep the event fair, safe, and true to the spirit of tabbing, the following rules apply:

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1. Weighted Pack Requirement

• All participants must carry a backpack/rucksack throughout the event with the following weights (NOT SUPPLIED) 

• Recommended weights:

  • Male: 35lbs (approx 15kg) Female: 25lbs (approx 11g)

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2. What Counts as Weight

• Weight must be carried inside a backpack (e.g. weight plates, sandbags, water etc)

• No handheld weights (to keep it consistent and safe)

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3. Movement Standard

• Fast walking/hiking is expected — running is allowed but not required

• This is not a pure running race; pacing and endurance are key

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4. Kit Checks

• Random checks may take place before, during, or after the event

• Participants found underweight may receive a time penalty or be disqualified

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Why Try It?

This isn’t about chasing a PB. It’s about testing yourself under load, managing discomfort, and seeing what you’re capable of over 10K.

Simple question: how well can you move when it gets tough?