[Ben Edwards]

Titan has some great deals. I bought one of their 2.5″ rolling handles around 5 years ago and it is a tank. Spins freely still, even with it being stored in the garage with no heating or cooling. At the time, I think it cost $50 shipped. The steel alone is probably worth that.

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

[Ben Edwards]

Forgot to mention in my post that I sent Al an email to the address I’ve had on file for a long time. It didn’t go through, and my new phone does not have his phone number. Otherwise I would’ve just asked him.

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

[Ben Edwards]

I look forward to seeing you there! I hope the weather cooperates for us all.

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

[Ben Edwards]

Thom, I wish I could make it to your record day! I’m already scheduled to do this year’s massive worldwide King Kong grip contest at Chad Gustin’s training hall on the same date. Small world because I first met him at your 2010 Kirksville Highland Games contest. Since then we’ve become friends and for the last 5 years we’ve done the KK grip contests either at his training hall or in 2019 at a friend’s house a significant distance into Missouri.

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

[Ben Edwards]

I second that, great job on getting it published! The Bavarian Deadlift looks pretty cool.

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

[Ben Edwards]

I wasn’t the lifter who almost got crushed. But I remember it being a brutal lift! I didn’t like it at all. Felt like my vertebrae were being crushed to dust. Same feeling I got on the back lift. Most likely means I have a glass back, as I already am aware, lol.

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

[Ben Edwards]

I see the point in both sides of this. Having a lot of variety drew me to the record book. As I get older, I think it waters down the “weight” of the records overall having that many sometimes incredibly esoteric lifts. I like Sanjiv’s recommendation about placing some of the lifts in probationary status.

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

[Ben Edwards]

I’m bummed that Kevin Fulton and Mary McConnaughey both couldn’t attend the contest. Maybe next year!

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

[Ben Edwards]

Sanjiv, I enjoyed your Grip Champs write-up!

I finally sent mine to Eric a few minutes ago.

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

[Ben Edwards]

Jason Payne plans on being there too. He confirmed it on Facebook. Not sure if he’s a forum member though. And Kevin Fulton is coming too.

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

[Ben Edwards]

I’ll be there!

Sanjiv, I’m pretty sure the Rim Lift plates do not have to be 1″ width, but it is referring to the lip or flange.

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

[Ben Edwards]

My back is healthy (knock on wood) and I’ve been trying to convince a few coworkers to compete in the Grip Champs. I’m not very hopeful. Guess I’m cynical from the years of people saying they’re “interested”…until it’s go time and they are suddenly helping an elderly relative move heavy furniture a few states away on a weekend, lol. Really looking forward to seeing everyone at the Dino Gym next month!

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

[Ben Edwards]

Thanks, Eric! I’ll get my check and order form out later today.

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

[Ben Edwards]

LaVerne has been the top guy 6 years in total at the Grip Champs. And I won’t be the one who changes that! It’s hard to compete with him. But I did some calculations and it looks like with the age percentage I get vs the one he gets I would need to better all of his lifts by about 37%. That will be my goal. Get as close to that number as possible on all the events. On my “good” event that might be doable. 2″ vbar. On most other events there’s no way to outdo bull strong LaVerne. But I always enjoy a good challenge.

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

[Ben Edwards]

I will miss Dean a lot. He was very nice to me and always had some helpful tips for me on anything I might be interested in. I didn’t know him a long time, like you guys. But I also respected his drive and passion for the sport because I know he drove massive distances for his job, and then drove a lot more to attend the contests.

"Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." -Mike Tyson

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