Eric Roussin Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 THE GREAT CANADIAN BLIZZARD GRIP CONTEST March 26th, 2022 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Events: 3" Saxon Bar (Sorinex) Shallow DubHub (Barrel Strength Systems) Two-Hands Tips Tester (Barrel Strength Systems) 2 3/8" Wrist Wrench Dynamometer (Jamar Baseline - Digital) 40-Item "Great Canadian Blizzard Grip Medley" Weight Classes: Men’s 83 kg Men’s 105 kg Men's 105+ kg Women’s Open* *The women's division will not include a medley Awards for top three finishers in each class! Special award for overall champion! Weigh-Ins: 9:15 am to 9:45 am Contest Start: 10 am Entry Fee - $40 (includes pizza lunch + snacks and drinks) Last Man Standing Format Reverse Strongman Scoring Open to all! Contact Eric Roussin (eroussin@rogers.com or 613-986-1724) to register and/or for additional information, including venue details. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kluv#0 Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 Eric, you always select great and fun events for your contests! Well-rounded hand strength required. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Roussin Posted November 7, 2021 Author Share Posted November 7, 2021 54 minutes ago, Kluv#0 said: Eric, you always select great and fun events for your contests! Well-rounded hand strength required. Thanks, Michael. I asked several of my regular competitors which events they’d like to see featured and this is the mix I came up with. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 (edited) I really want to get to one of your contests. I like these events, too. Will try! Edited November 30, 2021 by Vinnie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Roussin Posted December 15, 2021 Author Share Posted December 15, 2021 Without further ado, I present to you the items that will be featured in the 40-Item "Great Canadian Blizzard Grip Medley": CoC #2 (Parallel Set) I-Beam (Andrew Dubé) – 275 lbs Excavator Bucket (1.5” Handle) – 175 lbs Double Mini Inch Pinch (Arm Assassin) – 75 lbs Stacker (IronMind) – 25 lbs Monster Bell (3” Handle) (Stronger Grip) – 140 lbs GlobTop (World of Grip) – 20 lbs Horseshoe Trainer (Robert Baraban) Monster Crush (Country Crush) – 250 lbs 2” V-Bar (FBBC) – 240 lbs Double Slim Lever (Arm Assassin) – 5 lbs Wrist Developer (WD2) (World of Grip) – Orange Spring Level 5-4 Phone Book Tear HorneTop (World of Grip) – 120 lbs Two-Hand Flask (Barrel Strength Systems) – 170 lbs Meat Hooks (World of Grip) – 250 lbs Blob50 3” Axle – 200 lbs Thumb Blaster (Arm Assassin) – 65 lbs 32.5 Blob by the Face CoC #3 (Parallel Set) Sledge Lift to Rear – 8 lbs MoonTop (World of Grip) – 30 lbs Hub (IronMind) – 40 lbs Rolling Thunder – 120 lbs DubeCube Bearing (Andrew Dubé) – 30 lbs Red Rafter (Clamp Grip) (Stronger Grip) – 30 lbs Wellington Pinch (Andrew Dubé) – 75 lbs 2” Rope Vertical Lift – 140 lbs Grab Ball (FBBC) – 150 lbs Sledge Supination (on Floor) – 6 lbs Stub (World of Grip) – 25 lbs Payne (JokaBug) – 30 lbs Finnish Ball (Otevoima) – 65 lbs 25-lb Plate by the Hub (Shallow) 124-lb Anvil by the Horn 8-lb Bomb (FBBC) – 65 lbs Handshake (World of Grip) – 160 lbs Gold Bar (World of Grip) – 50 lbs CoC #1 (Parallel Set) Competitors will have three and a half minutes to complete as many of these feats as possible. Any order, either hand, unlimited attempts within the time limit. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 44 minutes ago, Eric Roussin said: Without further ado, I present to you the items that will be featured in the 40-Item "Great Canadian Blizzard Grip Medley": CoC #2 (Parallel Set) I-Beam (Andrew Dubé) – 275 lbs Excavator Bucket (1.5” Handle) – 175 lbs Double Mini Inch Pinch (Arm Assassin) – 75 lbs Stacker (IronMind) – 25 lbs Monster Bell (3” Handle) (Stronger Grip) – 140 lbs GlobTop (World of Grip) – 20 lbs Horseshoe Trainer (Robert Baraban) Monster Crush (Country Crush) – 250 lbs 2” V-Bar (FBBC) – 240 lbs Double Slim Lever (Arm Assassin) – 5 lbs Wrist Developer (WD2) (World of Grip) – Orange Spring Level 5-4 Phone Book Tear HorneTop (World of Grip) – 120 lbs Two-Hand Flask (Barrel Strength Systems) – 170 lbs Meat Hooks (World of Grip) – 250 lbs Blob50 3” Axle – 200 lbs Thumb Blaster (Arm Assassin) – 65 lbs 32.5 Blob by the Face CoC #3 (Parallel Set) Sledge Lift to Rear – 8 lbs MoonTop (World of Grip) – 30 lbs Hub (IronMind) – 40 lbs Rolling Thunder – 120 lbs DubeCube Bearing (Andrew Dubé) – 30 lbs Red Rafter (Clamp Grip) (Stronger Grip) – 30 lbs Wellington Pinch (Andrew Dubé) – 75 lbs 2” Rope Vertical Lift – 140 lbs Grab Ball (FBBC) – 150 lbs Sledge Supination (on Floor) – 6 lbs Stub (World of Grip) – 25 lbs Payne (JokaBug) – 30 lbs Finnish Ball (Otevoima) – 65 lbs 25-lb Plate by the Hub (Shallow) 124-lb Anvil by the Horn 8-lb Bomb (FBBC) – 65 lbs Handshake (World of Grip) – 160 lbs Gold Bar (World of Grip) – 50 lbs CoC #1 (Parallel Set) Competitors will have three and a half minutes to complete as many of these feats as possible. Any order, either hand, unlimited attempts within the time limit. Oh this looks FUN 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kluv#0 Posted December 17, 2021 Share Posted December 17, 2021 Eric, I will give the women's and men's winner of the medley $50 US each. You do such a great job selecting diverse events/lifts for your contests-much respect! 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Roussin Posted December 17, 2021 Author Share Posted December 17, 2021 32 minutes ago, Kluv#0 said: Eric, I will give the women's and men's winner of the medley $50 US each. You do such a great job selecting diverse events/lifts for your contests-much respect! Wow! Thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted December 17, 2021 Share Posted December 17, 2021 I booked my refundable hotel for two nights and determined that if I can make it that weekend, I will drive the 8 hours. I still have to work out my timing with my ex as to when I have my son and with my girlfriend as to whether I am overdoing my grip comp quota, but I am thinking it is at least more likely than not that I can finally attend one of your comps. Also, COVID restrictions permitting, of course. But COVID won't stop me unless the travel rules forbid it; I am triple vaxxed and reasonably careful, so I am not that worried about getting or spreading it myself. For purposes of selling the weekend trip to my girlfriend, anything cool/unusual/romantic worth telling her about that could be seen in Ottawa in the evening after the comp, or the next morning before returning? We probably can't stay longer than Friday to Sunday. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Roussin Posted December 17, 2021 Author Share Posted December 17, 2021 1 hour ago, Vinnie said: I booked my refundable hotel for two nights and determined that if I can make it that weekend, I will drive the 8 hours. I still have to work out my timing with my ex as to when I have my son and with my girlfriend as to whether I am overdoing my grip comp quota, but I am thinking it is at least more likely than not that I can finally attend one of your comps. Also, COVID restrictions permitting, of course. But COVID won't stop me unless the travel rules forbid it; I am triple vaxxed and reasonably careful, so I am not that worried about getting or spreading it myself. For purposes of selling the weekend trip to my girlfriend, anything cool/unusual/romantic worth telling her about that could be seen in Ottawa in the evening after the comp, or the next morning before returning? We probably can't stay longer than Friday to Sunday. It would be great if you can come! The contest is being held the last weekend of Winterlude, a pretty big annual event. Not too many details yet, but here’s the website: https://ottawatourism.ca/en/see-and-do/winterlude 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boulderbrew Posted December 17, 2021 Share Posted December 17, 2021 I would like to see Dynamometers contested more often. If you were closer, I’d be there. Great events 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted December 18, 2021 Share Posted December 18, 2021 17 hours ago, Boulderbrew said: I would like to see Dynamometers contested more often. If you were closer, I’d be there. Great events What's your best dynamometer? Most I've seen in person was Chez, saw him crack 280+ on the baseline dynamometer both times. I bet you are in that range, plus or minus a few. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boulderbrew Posted December 18, 2021 Share Posted December 18, 2021 34 minutes ago, Vinnie said: What's your best dynamometer? Most I've seen in person was Chez, saw him crack 280+ on the baseline dynamometer both times. I bet you are in that range, plus or minus a few. Right at 280. I would like to give it another try. I borrowed Aaron’s awhile back (the one Chez bought from him oddly enough). Back then my bodyweight was 190-200, I’m heavier now and I bet I could do more 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevilErik Posted December 18, 2021 Share Posted December 18, 2021 8 minutes ago, Boulderbrew said: Right at 280. I would like to give it another try. I borrowed Aaron’s awhile back (the one Chez bought from him oddly enough). Back then my bodyweight was 190-200, I’m heavier now and I bet I could do more You are like a well rounded grip freak man you are good at everything. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Roussin Posted January 3, 2022 Author Share Posted January 3, 2022 Unfortunately I need to reschedule the date for this contest. It will now be held on March 26th, which means the weather is less likely to be blizzard-like. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Roussin Posted March 9, 2022 Author Share Posted March 9, 2022 This contest is coming up in less than three weeks. Just a reminder that that Michael Thomas has donated two cash prizes of $50 to be awarded to the man and woman with the best medley performances! As well, there will be a variety of draw prizes, including various pieces of equipment from Arm Assassin! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Roussin Posted March 15, 2022 Author Share Posted March 15, 2022 It's looking like we'll have a decent-sized group. Here's what the expected line-up looks like at this point: 83 kg Adam Chappell Alain Goyer Stefano Fortugno Gord McDonald Marc* 105 kg Eric Roussin Zach Ebel* Luigi Costanzo Rick Blanchard James* 105+ kg Justin Major Phil Fortin* Stéphane Ouellette Women Joliane Vinette Kathy Facey* *denotes a first-time competitor If you're an American and would like to dip your toe into grip sport, this would be a good opportunity. (Double vaccination is required to cross the border, as well as a negative COVID test taken within 24 hours of crossing -- I don't make the rules, but that's what they are right now.) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Roussin Posted March 19, 2022 Author Share Posted March 19, 2022 The awards are in. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Roussin Posted March 27, 2022 Author Share Posted March 27, 2022 On 12/17/2021 at 12:57 PM, Kluv#0 said: Eric, I will give the women's and men's winner of the medley $50 US each. You do such a great job selecting diverse events/lifts for your contests-much respect! I came out on top for the medley, and newcomer Kathy Facey won the women's medley. Thanks, Michael! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kluv#0 Posted March 27, 2022 Share Posted March 27, 2022 29 minutes ago, Eric Roussin said: I came out on top for the medley, and newcomer Kathy Facey won the women's medley. Thanks, Michael! Congrats Eric the Great and Kathy! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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