bwwm Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 Fellow Gripsters, Aaron and I have been tossing around the idea of doing a grip comp in the Spring. However, a number of folks in the state have hung up their grippers, and the folks that use to come down from other states seem to have done the same. Are there any new gripsters or other folks in AZ or surrounding areas that would be interested in participating in a grip comp in AZ - say March/April time frame? Likely location is in PHX. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Pizzo Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 I would definitely come if I still lived in Phoenix !! I wish now that I was active in grip then...I missed out on meeting and competing with all you guys in the Southwest crew...oh well what is it they say; hindsight is 20/20. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jared Goguen Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 What's the contest going to look like event wise? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwwm Posted October 10, 2014 Author Share Posted October 10, 2014 I'm open to suggestions, this is not set in stone yet. I'm thinking: Grippers - 20mm set Axle 2HP Vbar, or hub, or ? Are you nearby Oldruststuff? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdlewis5 Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 I would definitely be interested and I could probably get my buddy to come out too. I'm in Tempe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IROC-Z Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 How close would the contest venue be to Sky Harbor airport? I'm looking to travel to a couple grip contests this spring, but the thing I want to avoid is having to drive a couple hours in addition to my flight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jared Goguen Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 I'm open to suggestions, this is not set in stone yet. I'm thinking: Grippers - 20mm set Axle 2HP Vbar, or hub, or ? Are you nearby Oldruststuff? No not near by really I'm in Oregon but need an excuse for a vacation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwwm Posted October 10, 2014 Author Share Posted October 10, 2014 I am thrilled to see there are new gripsters out there willing to join us. The venue would be in Gilbert at my house - only about 30 min from sky harbor or Tempe. It would most likely be on a Saturday. I'm thinking we would have Novice & Open categories. At this time, I know of no women that are interested, but we can do a women's division as well if any register. Trophies & prizes will be awarded. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdlewis5 Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 I'll keep an eye on this thread for details. Haven't gripped seriously for awhile, but starting to get back into it. Looking forward to learning from some experienced people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwwm Posted October 10, 2014 Author Share Posted October 10, 2014 If you'd like to stop out and train sometime - PM me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jared Goguen Posted October 12, 2014 Share Posted October 12, 2014 When dates are picked ill know more but I'm pretty sure ill make it to this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwwm Posted October 12, 2014 Author Share Posted October 12, 2014 Still working on the date. March 7th is out. Folks can let me know what other dates do/don't work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwwm Posted December 14, 2014 Author Share Posted December 14, 2014 Here are three possible dates for the 2015 Arizona Cactus Grip Showdown: March 14th, March 28th, April 4th Please respond with your preference. For folks in town that are interested in stopping by to train in the weeks beforehand, feel free to PM me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acorn Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 My vote is for March 28th or April 4th. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acorn Posted December 15, 2014 Share Posted December 15, 2014 Bump for Martin here. The lack of response here is sickening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shoggoth Posted December 15, 2014 Share Posted December 15, 2014 I'm wondering if most of the AZ competitors aren't on the GB but you'd think there's be some a State away that'd travel. For people on the fence I've traveled down to the AZ comps a couple of times now; great people, smooth events, strong competitors, and the beer... the food.. Oh Mama!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwwm Posted December 15, 2014 Author Share Posted December 15, 2014 Well, in all fairness this query about the dates only got posted Sat evening, I've PM'd jdlewis5, who hasn't been on GB since 11/13. Also, I can't expect Eric or Yori would drive over all the time, that's quite a drive from DFW area to PHX. I've done that a number of times myself, and it's no picnic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwwm Posted December 16, 2014 Author Share Posted December 16, 2014 So far, I'm leaning towards April 4th, based on the limits response I have gotten in other social media. Also, April has a lower possibility of rain. This will be done outside, so there's that ;-). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riccardomagni Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Depending on the final date and the events, I am interested in coming from California. Riccardo Magni 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwwm Posted January 17, 2015 Author Share Posted January 17, 2015 Starting a new thread with the contest announcement... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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