barbe705 Posted April 22, 2013 Share Posted April 22, 2013 I've created a new pinned topic with a list of all qualified athletes. also in that thread are all paid athletes with projected weight classes. as soon as this years is over we can change the tital and update the list for next years athletes. there is still time to get qualified for this years championship. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andurniat Posted April 22, 2013 Author Share Posted April 22, 2013 I have received a couple of questions about 'Liquid Grip'. 'Liquid Grip' is NOT permitted at the North American Grip Sport Championships. Use of Liquid Grip will result in disqualification. Magnesium Carbonate (chalk) is the only grip aid allowed at the competition. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwwm Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 Andrew - I assume you are providing the chalk, correct? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andurniat Posted April 23, 2013 Author Share Posted April 23, 2013 Andrew - I assume you are providing the chalk, correct? Yes, I will have plenty for everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IROC-Z Posted April 26, 2013 Share Posted April 26, 2013 Not sure what will be available for rated grippers, but I have a nice selection in the 150 - 170 range. These were all rated by Matt Cannon. Let me know if you would like me to bring any of them. CoC #3 @ 149 BBGM @ 151 BBE @ 155 BBE @ 158 BBE @ 159 BBE @ 161 BBE @ 163 BBE @ 165 BBE @ 168 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andurniat Posted April 26, 2013 Author Share Posted April 26, 2013 Not sure what will be available for rated grippers, but I have a nice selection in the 150 - 170 range. These were all rated by Matt Cannon. Let me know if you would like me to bring any of them. CoC #3 @ 149 BBGM @ 151 BBE @ 155 BBE @ 158 BBE @ 159 BBE @ 161 BBE @ 163 BBE @ 165 BBE @ 168 My quick answer is yes. I will PM you with a specific list of which to bring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barbe705 Posted April 27, 2013 Share Posted April 27, 2013 jedd johnson and shane scantland added to the paid athlete roster. we now have 13 paid athletes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andurniat Posted May 1, 2013 Author Share Posted May 1, 2013 Attendence is looking to be up this year and some weight-classes may only have a single competitor. If this is the case, the single competitor will have the choice of remaining in their class and receiving 1st place, by default. Or they could join the next weight class up to compete head to head, no award given for the lighter empty class. Everyone still only competing in a single class unless you pay for an additional class. All records will count for the weight-class you officially weigh-in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubba29 Posted May 1, 2013 Share Posted May 1, 2013 i will gladly compete up but there is no way in hell i'd be able to cut down a class. tried that and failed miserably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barbe705 Posted May 1, 2013 Share Posted May 1, 2013 keep an eye on things. there are still a bunch of people who have said they will be there who aren't on the list yet. i will gladly compete up but there is no way in hell i'd be able to cut down a class. tried that and failed miserably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andurniat Posted May 1, 2013 Author Share Posted May 1, 2013 i will gladly compete up but there is no way in hell i'd be able to cut down a class. tried that and failed miserably. Nobody is forced to compete up. You will have the option if you are the lone person in a weight-class. You show up, you deserve to be recognized, but the option is there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andurniat Posted May 1, 2013 Author Share Posted May 1, 2013 We will be running two platforms at Nationals for the 2 hands pinch and axle events. Both 2hp set-ups will be rising bar and with the quick width change ability. Both 2hp set-up disks and axles will be completely cleaned morning of the competition to ensure an even surface between the two. Likewise, we are establishing a precedent for the occasional hand tear and blood issue, equipment was cleaned prior and won't be an issue to clean again when blood occurs. This will also be a huge time saver with the amount of competitors we are anticipating to have. We expect to have separate 2hp and axles for warm-ups as well. Specific weight-classes will be designated to each platform. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Roussin Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Very nice, Andrew! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwwm Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 A few questions: Will one warm-up be allowed on the 'competition' 2HPs? Reason I ask is if the surfaces are different, I'm wondering if it's possible to warm up on one, but bomb out on the comp one? I don't mean to open up a can of worms, I'm just curious what people's thoughts are. On the Chris Rice internal & external rotation hammers, what will be the weights loaded on these and the distance from handle to weight? Thanks Andrew for putting this on - I'm sure this is a lot of work getting all the equipment together, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andurniat Posted May 7, 2013 Author Share Posted May 7, 2013 A few questions: Will one warm-up be allowed on the 'competition' 2HPs? Reason I ask is if the surfaces are different, I'm wondering if it's possible to warm up on one, but bomb out on the comp one? I don't mean to open up a can of worms, I'm just curious what people's thoughts are. On the Chris Rice internal & external rotation hammers, what will be the weights loaded on these and the distance from handle to weight? Thanks Andrew for putting this on - I'm sure this is a lot of work getting all the equipment together, etc. We will have all searches as equal as possible. We are NOT buffing the disks to a polished surface, just cleaning any skin and chalk build-up. You will be able to take 'warm-up' on the comp 2hp just as well always have. I do not expect to see many numbers lower than usual. Chris can better answer about the internal/external, as he has them at his place and I would see them until a week before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
climber511 Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 The inside/outside lever last year was my 8# sledge hammer with a 1.25# plate attached for a head weight of 9.25# - the handle length is 31" from tip of handle to the closest part of the head. In years past I used two different shorter steel bars with weights. Andrew can pick which he wants of course - I prefer the sledge myself - it's a better challenge I think. The difficultly level is about the same either way with the sledge being a tiny bit tougher perhaps. I can measure the other setup if anyone in interested. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andurniat Posted May 7, 2013 Author Share Posted May 7, 2013 The inside/outside lever last year was my 8# sledge hammer with a 1.25# plate attached for a head weight of 9.25# - the handle length is 31" from tip of handle to the closest part of the head. In years past I used two different shorter steel bars with weights. Andrew can pick which he wants of course - I prefer the sledge myself - it's a better challenge I think. The difficultly level is about the same either way with the sledge being a tiny bit tougher perhaps. I can measure the other setup if anyone in interested. We'll go with the described sledgehammers. Thank you Chris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jedd Johnson Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 The inside/outside lever last year was my 8# sledge hammer with a 1.25# plate attached for a head weight of 9.25# - the handle length is 31" from tip of handle to the closest part of the head. In years past I used two different shorter steel bars with weights. Andrew can pick which he wants of course - I prefer the sledge myself - it's a better challenge I think. The difficultly level is about the same either way with the sledge being a tiny bit tougher perhaps. I can measure the other setup if anyone in interested. We'll go with the described sledgehammers. Thank you Chris. I guess I totally forgot we did internal external with a sledge hammer last year...Thanks for posting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EricMilfeld Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 Andrew, the NAGS rules allow for it, but will we be allowed to weigh-in at 8:00 AM (2 hours prior to start time)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andurniat Posted May 9, 2013 Author Share Posted May 9, 2013 Andrew, the NAGS rules allow for it, but will we be allowed to weigh-in at 8:00 AM (2 hours prior to start time)? Yes you will. I will be here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andurniat Posted May 9, 2013 Author Share Posted May 9, 2013 Here is the current Sponsors list/links: Durniat Strength Sorinex Exercise Equipment Diesel Crew FarmStrength Chris Rice Hubgeezer Todd Coenen Zach Even-Esh – Underground Strength Matt Vincent – TrainingLAB EliteFTS Ohio Atlas Stones World Kettlebell Club Adam T GlassEmails are still out to additional sponsors and if you know of any others, please feel free to contact them first and I will gladly add them to the list. Also, we will have space available for any of the sponsors to set up and sell any of there products. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andurniat Posted May 9, 2013 Author Share Posted May 9, 2013 Fat Gripz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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climber511 Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 I will be bringing a few items to Nationals. Some used, some new, some I made and some from other companies. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andurniat Posted May 16, 2013 Author Share Posted May 16, 2013 Please respond to this by Friday, May 24. Sandwich choices for athletes and judges/staff: 1) Pork or Beef - choose one 2) We have glute-free bread available, but let me know now if you need it. Meat, sauces and homemade chips are being provided by the 1st Amendment Public House and restaurant (my wife Kyle's place) but I need an accurate head count before the 24th. If you are planning to attend please respond/PM/call/email/txt me your choices; beef or pork and gluten-free yes/no. I will have bottled water and 2 coffee pots brewing all day as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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