Strongest Man in the Forest IX

The original contest that started them all in WV!
Many consider this a “strongman homecoming” as dozens of competitors got their start right here, and many more begin their own strength journey at this contest every year.

State records and NAS Nationals invites on the line!

Promoter- Paul Mouser

Date/Time- Saturday, September 26^th. Action begins at 12:00pm.

Location- Wimer Field in Elkins, WV. Follow S Davis Ave to 13^th St and you will see the field on the left (no real address).

Weigh-ins- Begin at 8am. Athletes MUST be present by 10am regardless.

Rules/Safety Briefing- 11:00am. This meeting is mandatory.

Divisions-

Women’s LW 0-140, MW 141-180, HW 181+

Men’s Open LW 0-150 & 151-175,  MW 176-200 &201-231, & HW 232+

Novice & Masters Men, one class each

Consolidation of some classes is very, very likely. Each division must have at least 5 competitors to ensure a qualifying spot for Nationals. Additionally, if there is enough demand (aka sign ups), we may offer more classes.

Awards- Traditional Forest Festival plaques for 1^st-3^rd

Entry- $52. Must have NAS membership card present or YOU CAN PURCHASE MEMBERSHIPS AT THE SHOW with cash or check. Entries must be post marked by NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, SEPT 11^TH. Late fee $25 and you may not receive a t-shirt. Additional shirts will be available for purchase.

Online payment @ www.mouserpower.com

Hotel- TBA. Please contact me if you will need a hotel.

Checks and entry forms to- Paul Mouser, 1465 Barry St, Fairmont, WV, 26554.

Contact Info– email [email protected], phone (304) 614-5291

Events (subject to change)- Sandbag Toss, Max Log, Fingal’s Fingers, Atlas Stones, Pole Push

Fingal’s Fingers

• Athletes will have 75sec to flip the pole as many times as possible. Most flips wins.

• Split times will be taken so that rep ties can be broken. Example: Jim does 3 flips and Joe does 3 as well, but Jim is faster. Jim wins.

• Elbow sleeves & knee sleeves (buckling mechanisms and straps must not be tightened), a single belt, and wrist wraps are legal.

Max Log

• Athletes will have 30sec to make a successful lift each round. There is no limit on how many attempts can be made in those 30sec. Log is to be lifted from the ground to the overhead position while standing.

• Each athlete may lift or pass on any given weight. Once you miss a weight, you are “out” and will be credited with your highest successful attempt. The athlete is responsible for maintaining his/her position in the rotation; failure to do so may result in disqualification from the event.

• Athletes must wait for the “down” signal to receive credit for their lift. To receive the signal, the feet must not be staggered, must be shoulder width or narrower, and must not be moving. The elbows and knees must be locked, and the hips must be extended with the log overhead and steady.

• In the event of a tie, the athlete that took less attempts to reach the weight will be credited with the higher placing.

• Elbow sleeves & knee sleeves (buckling mechanisms and straps must not be tightened), a single belt, and wrist wraps are legal.

Pole Push

• Athletes will have 30sec to try to maneuver their opponent outside of the 20ft border circle by pushing against a 10ft pole that both athletes are holding onto.
• Athletes may not physically contact each other, touch any part of the body except the feet to the ground, or leave the border circle, lest the bout be awarded to the opponent. Pulling is also prohibited.
• The exact tournament format will be determined once the entries are all received, but we will do our best to make sure everyone gets to face more than one opponent. (Double elim. to a winner)
• Sleeves, a single belt, gloves, and wrist wraps are legal. Cleats are prohibited. Boots are recommended because regular shoes may blow out. It happened people, it happened.

Sandbag Toss

• 7 bags of increasing weight must be thrown in order over a 14ft rope.
• If a bag does not successfully clear the rope, any successive throws will not count until that bag has been retrieved and successfully tossed over the rope.
• Bags range from ~15lbs – 50lbs
• Time limit 60sec

• Elbow sleeves & knee sleeves (buckling mechanisms and straps must not be tightened), a single belt, and wrist wraps are legal.

 The Atlas Stones

• Athlete will have 75 sec to load 5 atlas stones (4 for LWW). Tacky is not allowed. You can send your angry letters to my email listed above.
• Implements must be lifted in order of lightest to heaviest
• Stones will be loaded onto 55gal barrels
• Fastest time wins. Don’t finish? It’s OK, you’ll still get credit for what you did accomplish. See? I’m not so bad.

General Rules/Usual Mouser Stuff

• In the event of a tie in the final standings, 1^st place finishes will decide the winner. If there is still a tie, then 2^nd place finishes will be the determinant, and so on. If a tie cannot be broken this way, athletes will compete head to head in one final pole push match to determine the winner.

• Sportsmanship is expected and required. This is the greatest sport in the world, let’s keep it that way.

• There will be a pre-event prayer. No one is expected to participate, so please do not feel obligated. All we ask is to be respectful of those that do or do not wish to participate.

• This is a drug free contest. If you are juiced feel free to come cheer on your buddies but please do not bother to sign up.

• If you have a question, please ask! I would rather take a minute to clarify something than to see someone have a poor showing due to a misunderstanding.