Operation THREE (V)
Three miles at a time, until you can’t.
 
Overview
Operation THREE is the second step in the Green Beret Fitness Number Series. It tests repeatability under load. Distance stays fixed. Weight increases. Failure is inevitable.
 
The Standard
Complete consecutive 3 mile blocks.
Each block must be completed within 1 hour.
Every new block begins on the hour.
Add weight after each completed block.
 
A minimum of 5 consecutive blocks is required.
Total minimum distance: 15 miles in 5 hours.
 
The challenge ends the moment you fail to complete a block inside the hour.
 
Tiers
CSS, Start with no weight, add 10 lbs each block
CS, Start with 10 lbs, add 10 lbs each block
Combat, Start with 20 lbs, add 10 lbs each block
Commando, Start with 30 lbs, add 10 lbs each block
 
Integrity
Operation THREE is completed on the honor system.
 
If you claim a tier, you are stating that you met the standard exactly as written. No proof is required.
Stopping early means the standard was not met.
 
Recognition
Operation THREE (V) patch, all tiers.
Optional social sharing is encouraged, not required.
 
Skull & Dagger
Candidates who complete all six Number Series challenges at the Commando tier are eligible for the Skull & Dagger.
 
The first 25 individuals to complete all six challenges at Commando level, on integrity, receive the Skull & Dagger patch free.
 
Notes
All tiers earn the Operation THREE (V) patch.
Tier achieved may be written on the patch.
Challenges may be attempted multiple times.
Only honest completions count.
You are responsible for your own safety.
All GBF decisions are final.