anwnate Posted December 2, 2016 Author Share Posted December 2, 2016 1 minute ago, Anthony C. said: The neighbors will not be happy tho Most are friendly and won't have a problem with it. The neighbor across the street may be annoyed...and they can piss off. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anton.Torrella Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 If he complains you can make choking him the surprise 4th grip event 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geralt Posted December 9, 2016 Share Posted December 9, 2016 If he complains, direct him to me or my wife. I only speak Dutch. Que? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHenze646 Posted December 9, 2016 Share Posted December 9, 2016 3 hours ago, Geralt said: If he complains, direct him to me or my wife. I only speak Dutch. Que? I vote for this option! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anwnate Posted December 23, 2016 Author Share Posted December 23, 2016 Update: With the holidays..not too much going on with the contest at the moment. Still talking to prospective "non-grip" sponsors. Got a lot of "maybe's" which is much better than "hell no's." Tagging on to Cottrell's order...I finally got an official horne top shallow hub. That'll show up in the medley for sure. Also picked up a bunch of DH Half Penny Training Tools to give away as door prizes. Just a little added fun for cheap. Also...Kody Burns contacted me and became an official "Maybe." I'm heading back down to a Philly Scrap Metal place to find a few challenge items for he and Jedd. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anwnate Posted February 7, 2017 Author Share Posted February 7, 2017 SJ4 update Got a couple of packages filled with July 15th prizes Sweet Muscle T's (S,M,L,XL) direct from the Gripboard. And...from SJ4 Sponsor... Barrel Strength Systems... (big TY's @Squeezus) a Dubhub, Dexterity Balls, 5 T-shirts (S,M,L,XL,XXL), and bottles of white lightning. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anwnate Posted February 8, 2017 Author Share Posted February 8, 2017 Just got word that we have an addition to the "definite" list. Attending (barring act of god) Andrade, Christopher Andrade, Anthony Bascetta, Maria Butler, Tim Cabrera, Jose Carter, Delmar Chakir, Mo Clarino, Anthony Collen, Kevin Cottrell, Rich Donati, Carl Edwards, Amber Fleming, Dan Goodman, Gil Gougen, Jared Henze, Josh Hulshof, Geralt Hunt, Matthew Kapusta, Shawn Livesey, E.J. Matney, Justin ...newly added. Making the 500 mile trip. I'm gonna make sure it's worth it. Phillips, Mike Rabich, Michael Retarides, James Ricchezza, Cesare "Chez" Scibelli, Andrew Scibelli, Tom Scibelli, Jacob Smitley, Don Torrella, Anton Vasaturo, Anthony Wojciechowski, John 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John McCarter Posted February 8, 2017 Share Posted February 8, 2017 @anwnate I think you forgot to add my name to the list. I'm going to be there! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anwnate Posted February 9, 2017 Author Share Posted February 9, 2017 On 2/8/2017 at 6:04 PM, John McCarter said: @anwnate I think you forgot to add my name to the list. I'm going to be there! @John McCarter...I had you under the "possibly" category. I just moved you to the "Attending" list. Nice! Damn...this is going to be a very special comp. Attending (barring act of god) Andrade, Christopher Andrade, Anthony Bascetta, Maria Butler, Tim Cabrera, Jose Carter, Delmar Chakir, Mo Clarino, Anthony Collen, Kevin Cottrell, Rich Donati, Carl Edwards, Amber Fleming, Dan Goodman, Gil Gougen, Jared Henze, Josh Hulshof, Geralt Hunt, Matthew Kapusta, Shawn Livesey, E.J. Matney, Justin McCarter, John ...newly added. Making the 975 mile trip. An honor sir. I hope to heck you are flying. Phillips, Mike Rabich, Michael Retarides, James Ricchezza, Cesare "Chez" Scibelli, Andrew Scibelli, Tom Scibelli, Jacob Smitley, Don Torrella, Anton Vasaturo, Anthony Wojciechowski, John Probably attending Haack, Frank Johnson, Jedd Maizels, Brixton Maizels, Patrick Maizels, Patty Manna, John Sundin, Bob Possibly attending (Official Maybe) Branson, Nic Burgos, Brian Burns, Kody Cashman, Sean Corcorran, Aaron Deluca, Frank Jennings, Tommy Labbe, David Miller, Robert Mitti, David Otto, Jason Rice, Chris Schoeck, Chris Sharkey, Mike Steeves, Jason Attending Status unknown Cannon, Matt??? Edwards, Ben??? Johnson, Scott??? Kessler, Gary??? Koenig, Jor-el??? Koenig, Josh??? Pantke, Andrew??? Roussin, Eric??? Can't make it Krahling, Mike can't make it Raymond, Lucas can't make it Reinard, Daniel can't make it 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John McCarter Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 It was a maybe at first. I changed my mind when I realized this is going to be one contest I do not want to miss out on. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richcottrell Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 (edited) Besides Nate's close proximity to this event , and then Mohamed, I might live the closest. That said, this one is going to be epic so I just booked my room for July 15th! Edited February 13, 2017 by richcottrell 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHenze646 Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 I asked Mr. Brous if it would be ok to post a few pictures of some stuff I am making. He said to go ahead. That sort of thing "helps generate interest and excitement". Really!?! Does anybody think SJ4 needs to generate more interest and excitement?!? There is something to be said for the people involved in Gripsport and the grip community. Every one of my bizarre requests to different people, have been met with an "Absolutely, how can I help?" response. It always amazing. Tonight's teaser photo was made possible with the kind assistance of cannon powerworks. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chez Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 (edited) Literally just booked the hotel room Nate. You are only around 2 hrs away and in the past for an event this close I would wake up early to make the drive the morning of the comp but I wanted to be well rested for this one (not a morning person). Really looking forward to this event. Edited February 14, 2017 by Chez 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anwnate Posted February 14, 2017 Author Share Posted February 14, 2017 IMPORTANT UPDATE! We have a change of venue for the IM Certs and the "Sanctioned Contest". The rest of the comp (eating, medley, bending, hanging) will still be done at my house (close by). @Jedd Johnson, please let me know if I have to do anything in regards to the sanctioning (besides informing you). Due to probable high attendance...I bit the bullet and rented out the "Meeting Room" at the Local Best Western that has offered a SJ4 group rate. It's 0.8 miles from my house...and the contest room is right next door to the Breakfast Area (free for guests). The Best Western 98 Friars Blvd, Thorofare, NJ 08086 Hotel Direct Number 856/848-4111 (Ask for the SJ4 rate for either July 14, July 15 or both) If you need two beds...make sure you ask for the rooms with "two Queens." These have been recently renovated. Its a basic hotel...here's a pic. Guys...there is no penalty for backing out of a room, so if there is a good chance you will bunk there, please reserve one now. On the off chance that more rooms need to be set aside, we will know that in advance. I know it's 5 months away, but because of the close proximity to Philly...this hotel is usually booked throughout July. The meeting room is 28x48. Here's a diagram of what it will look like. We will be running Tom's and my setups (modified to exact kilos), with calibrated Rogue plates. One will start low and the other high. There will be a total of 4 (2 heavy and 2 lighter) warmup stations with a flask and 2.5" Crusher...along with non-calibrated plates. TY to Chez, Josh, Anton and Tank for letting the event borrow their equipment. While the diagram does not show it...there will be an additional table with warm-up grippers...all CPW rated (like the comp grippers). We will have access to additional chairs if needed (spectators are welcome of course). Alcohol is not permitted in the meeting room. Feel free after lunch at my place. I want to thank @JHenze646 for his very specific suggestions on the layout. They ended up being very helpful. On 2/13/2017 at 10:43 PM, JHenze646 said: I asked Mr. Brous if it would be ok to post a few pictures of some stuff I am making. He said to go ahead. That sort of thing "helps generate interest and excitement". Really!?! Does anybody think SJ4 needs to generate more interest and excitement?!? There is something to be said for the people involved in Gripsport and the grip community. Every one of my bizarre requests to different people, have been met with an "Absolutely, how can I help?" response. It always amazing. Tonight's teaser photo was made possible with the kind assistance of cannon powerworks. Very cool Josh. I look forward to seeing what you share. BTW...there can never be enough interest and excitement. I'm looking at this as a "go all out" contest and encourage the entire community to use this opportunity to meet each other in person. I've got quite a few surprises in store...a few of them will be teased out on this thread. On 2/14/2017 at 10:41 AM, Chez said: Literally just booked the hotel room Nate. You are only around 2 hrs away and in the past for an event this close I would wake up early to make the drive the morning of the comp but I wanted to be well rested for this one (not a morning person). Really looking forward to this event. Sweet! I think the competition is going to be fiercely fought at EVERY weight class...yours no exception. On 2/13/2017 at 0:58 PM, richcottrell said: Besides Nate's close proximity to this event , and then Mohamed, I might live the closest. That said, this one is going to be epic so I just booked my room for July 15th! I'm pretty sure @Matthew Hunt is second closest, but the fact you booked a room makes you infinitely cooler. That means you ain't going home early. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jedd Johnson Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 No changes are necessary based on the venue change, my man. But thanks for checking. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chez Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Nate, I really don't think you are putting in enough time and effort to prepare for this comp................. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Scibelli Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Very awesome setup Nate!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
temmmeeee Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Each time I think this event can't get more exciting, it does! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John McCarter Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Well, things just got interesting! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHenze646 Posted February 19, 2017 Share Posted February 19, 2017 I will just post this here... 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anwnate Posted February 19, 2017 Author Share Posted February 19, 2017 Josh...that is too cool. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KapMan Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 Im possibly attending. I should be settled in my new home before then and im it itching to hang with grip folk. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KapMan Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 Im in barring act of god, or wife 🤣 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chez Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 24 minutes ago, KapMan said: Im in barring act of god, or wife 🤣 That is like the same thing to a married man 😜 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anwnate Posted February 21, 2017 Author Share Posted February 21, 2017 There has been a suggestion that @Anthony C. bring his squat stands and Oly bar to SJ4 so competitors can do squats as a CNS warm up for grippers. Since I would love to see everyone operating at peak efficiency, I think this is a good idea for those who use this type of warmup. We'll have plenty of weight in the warm up areas, so as long as we arrange the mats for "just in case", we should be good to go. As the person responsible for the meeting room, I'd really appreciate if people spot so there are no drops. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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