odin Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 I was wondering if you have settled on a pinch block size? It will likely be 2.25". If you train for that, you will be prepared. Gilbert, would you prefer to use the Euro 1HP if someone could bring one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squeezus Posted November 17, 2015 Author Share Posted November 17, 2015 Sounds like a cool competition, I may have to knock the dust off my grip stuff and see how out of shape I am. Is this going to be a sanctioned event with calibrated stuff or a friendly competition? This will be a friendly contest, as there will be a lot of people new to the sport present. There will be a range of people of all skill levels. We'd love to have you out. It's going to be a great time! I was wondering if you have settled on a pinch block size? It will likely be 2.25". If you train for that, you will be prepared. Gilbert, would you prefer to use the Euro 1HP if someone could bring one? Bob, I actually own a Euro (Napalm Pinch) but for logistics reasons, I will be using a different (fixed) device. I will get some pictures and stats on the device up soon. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jared Goguen Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 I would love to know what the pinch block is going to be exactly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John McCarter Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Not saying it will happen or not, but if everything works out on my end, I may be able to come to this event. This is going to be the last time I will have a chance to compete before my kid is born. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jared Goguen Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Not saying it will happen or not, but if everything works out on my end, I may be able to come to this event. This is going to be the last time I will have a chance to compete before my kid is born. Yes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squeezus Posted December 2, 2015 Author Share Posted December 2, 2015 I would love to know what the pinch block is going to be exactly. I have a picture of the block that we will be using at The Southern Squeeze. It is approximately the same radius as a 45 plate, 2.25" thick and made out of strong aluminum alloy. It weighs 2lbs and connects to the top of a loading pin. It has a texture applied to the gripping surface to mimic seasoning, since it does not corrode. I'm calling it The Flask. More information on them soon to come. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jared Goguen Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John McCarter Posted December 4, 2015 Share Posted December 4, 2015 Looks like everything is clear on my end. Form and payment are sent off. See you guys next month! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anwnate Posted December 4, 2015 Share Posted December 4, 2015 "The Flask" haha...awesome. Looks inviting. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KapMan Posted December 6, 2015 Share Posted December 6, 2015 Sweet looking device. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy C. Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 Form and payment send, looking forward to some gripping fun. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squeezus Posted January 5, 2016 Author Share Posted January 5, 2016 (edited) Hey guys! A couple updates for ya!Here is the list of registrants as of today: Josh Koenig Deborah Marshall Jared Goguen Jonathan Gordon Chad Overcast Euclides Ramos John Ezra McCarter IV Leah Gilliam Delmar Carter Robert Lawrence Sundin PJ Olsen David Thornton Warren Reeder James Retarides Jeremy Copley Cole Copley Brenda Taylor Jason Otto Jor-el Koenig Shawn Kapusta Jenn Miller Gary Tyler Stuart Justin Kline Also, here is an image of the back of the shirts that all competitors will receive (they will also be available for sale after the event: Lastly, for the sake of determining event records and qualification for Nationals, standard IPF weight classes will be used, but our weight divisions for event placing and prizes (since the event is relatively small) will be: Mens: Lightweight (59kg, 66kg, 74kg, 83kg), Middleweight (93kg, 105kg), Heavyweight(120kg, 120kg+)Womens: Open (47kg, 52kg, 57kg, 63kg, 72kg, 84kg, 84kg+) Based on current signups, this will give us the most even distribution of competitors.We will also be having two separate medleys, one for men and one for women. It's still not to late to sign up, we will be accepting registrants up until the rules announcement at 9:30am on the day of the competition. See you there! Edited January 5, 2016 by Squeezus 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Roussin Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Looks like there is a clear demand for grip sport contests in your area! Great stuff! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
climber511 Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Hey guys! A couple updates for ya! Here is the list of registrants as of today: Josh Koenig Deborah Marshall Jared Goguen Jonathan Gordon Chad Overcast Euclides Ramos John Ezra McCarter IV Leah Gilliam Delmar Carter Robert Lawrence Sundin PJ Olsen David Thornton Warren Reeder James Retarides Jeremy Copley Cole Copley Brenda Taylor Jason Otto Jor-el Koenig Shawn Kapusta Jenn Miller Gary Tyler Stuart Justin Kline Also, here is an image of the back of the shirts that all competitors will receive (they will also be available for sale after the event: Lastly, for the sake of determining event records and qualification for Nationals, standard IPF weight classes will be used, but our weight divisions for event placing and prizes (since the event is relatively small) will be: Mens: Lightweight (59kg, 66kg, 74kg, 83kg), Middleweight (93kg, 105kg), Heavyweight(120kg, 120kg+) Womens: Open (47kg, 52kg, 57kg, 63kg, 72kg, 84kg, 84kg+) Based on current signups, this will give us the most even distribution of competitors. We will also be having two separate medleys, one for men and one for women. It's still not to late to sign up, we will be accepting registrants up until the rules announcement at 9:30am on the day of the competition. See you there! That's not really "small" as Grip comps go - that's a great turnout! Looking forward to seeing the results! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jared Goguen Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 That's not really "small" as Grip comps go - that's a great turnout! Looking forward to seeing the results! Hopefully there will be more contests like this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jedd Johnson Posted January 6, 2016 Share Posted January 6, 2016 I need to get me one of those Shirts, Gil. Can I buy one, if I don't make it to the comp? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squeezus Posted January 6, 2016 Author Share Posted January 6, 2016 I need to get me one of those Shirts, Gil. Can I buy one, if I don't make it to the comp? You sure can, Brother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony C. Posted January 6, 2016 Share Posted January 6, 2016 I'd love to buy one. I'd actually love to come to the comp too. Maybe next year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squeezus Posted January 12, 2016 Author Share Posted January 12, 2016 (edited) More updates! Current list of registrants: Josh Koenig Deborah Marshall Jared Goguen Jonathan Gordon Chad Overcast Euclides Ramos John Ezra McCarter IV Leah Gilliam Delmar Carter Robert Lawrence Sundin PJ Olsen David Thornton Warren Reeder James Retarides Jeremy Copley Cole Copley Brenda Taylor Jason Otto Jor-el Koenig Shawn Kapusta Jenn Miller Gary Tyler Stuart Justin Kline Rico Martinez Dayne Geyer Grayson Pickett Jacob Newman Matt Dolson Additionally, I have put together a rules list for anyone interested: http://www.barrelstrengthsystems.com/the-southern-squeeze/rules Let me know if you have any questions. Edited January 12, 2016 by Squeezus 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chez Posted January 12, 2016 Share Posted January 12, 2016 (edited) dam. that is a hell of a turnout. Congrats. Are you using two event setups like at nationals? Just curious because comps usually take a real long time when you have 20+ people. Edited January 12, 2016 by Chez 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squeezus Posted January 12, 2016 Author Share Posted January 12, 2016 dam. that is a hell of a turnout. Congrats. Are you using two event setups like at nationals? Just curious because comps usually take a real long time when you have 20+ people. Thanks, Chez. We are probably going to double up the platforms to speed things up. We are going to have 4 judges, so it shouldn't be a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
climber511 Posted January 12, 2016 Share Posted January 12, 2016 Lots of new names to me and some very strong old timers coming. This should be a terrific comp!!! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avasatu Posted January 13, 2016 Share Posted January 13, 2016 Film everything! Can't wait to see footage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rico300zx Posted January 13, 2016 Share Posted January 13, 2016 I would love to know what the pinch block is going to be exactly. I have a picture of the block that we will be using at The Southern Squeeze. It is approximately the same radius as a 45 plate, 2.25" thick and made out of strong aluminum alloy. It weighs 2lbs and connects to the top of a loading pin. It has a texture applied to the gripping surface to mimic seasoning, since it does not corrode. I'm calling it The Flask. More information on them soon to come. why don't you sand blast it, and it will always hold the chalk, and you won't have to worry about texture paint coming off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squeezus Posted January 13, 2016 Author Share Posted January 13, 2016 I would love to know what the pinch block is going to be exactly. I have a picture of the block that we will be using at The Southern Squeeze. It is approximately the same radius as a 45 plate, 2.25" thick and made out of strong aluminum alloy. It weighs 2lbs and connects to the top of a loading pin. It has a texture applied to the gripping surface to mimic seasoning, since it does not corrode. I'm calling it The Flask. More information on them soon to come. why don't you sand blast it, and it will always hold the chalk, and you won't have to worry about texture paint coming off. It is sanded with a rough grit to apply the texture. No coating involved. Great minds think alike 😉. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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