Re:Tire Dust Makes Up the Majority of Ocean Microplastics
by lazide on Monday October 02, 2023 @01:07PM
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Ah, seems like the term is being co-opted for the general populace and is now trendy! We used to just call it backpacking.
Rucking originated as a military term for a long jog with a heavy rucksack (hence the name!) and was always pretty shitty because rucksacks suck and the military has no shortage of heavy shit to carry. I’ve heard stories of 80+ lb rucksacks and 8+ miles being the norm.
Weirdly, the military also coined ‘Vitamin I’ for ibuprofen. I wonder why?
Ah how the world changes. I can’t wait for it to mean going on a casual walk with a loved one while bringing along a nice meal and some wine. ;)
Rucking originated as a military term for a long jog with a heavy rucksack (hence the name!) and was always pretty shitty because rucksacks suck and the military has no shortage of heavy shit to carry. I’ve heard stories of 80+ lb rucksacks and 8+ miles being the norm.
Weirdly, the military also coined ‘Vitamin I’ for ibuprofen. I wonder why?
Ah how the world changes. I can’t wait for it to mean going on a casual walk with a loved one while bringing along a nice meal and some wine. ;)
Thanks for explaining!