Thom Van Vleck

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  • in reply to: Congrats Molly!! #21401
    Thom Van Vleck
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      Nice job!!!!

      Thom Van Vleck
      Jackson Weightlifting Club
      Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

      in reply to: Anvil #21433
      Thom Van Vleck
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        When I joined I went to all the branches and I recall the air force recruiter actually selling it as easier. HAHAHAHA

        Yes, sand bags vs tripod. Agreed. 100 yards only? 10 rounds? or more? …and open sites, correct?

        I say we have two rounds each, that way we can tabulate the results half way and build suspense…at least for you. HAHA This will be fun.

        Thom Van Vleck
        Jackson Weightlifting Club
        Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

        in reply to: Anvil #21435
        Thom Van Vleck
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          …..this reminds me of Al’s Kstate/KU bets he has with Chad. But I’m not going to get hustled like Chad is (setting him up with these easy wins, the sticking it to him at a later time…oh…wait….I hope Chad’s not reading this or I just ruined all Al’s hard work).

          As for how long it took…I was busy practicing.

          Thom Van Vleck
          Jackson Weightlifting Club
          Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

          in reply to: Anvil #21436
          Thom Van Vleck
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            Al is just mad that I’m too smart to fall for his “psych” jobs like Chad. I accept this challenge, Iron sites and all. My question is are we shooting from a bench, can I use sand bags….prone…let’s be clear so Al can’t accuse me of manipulating the rules.

            And Dave can represent the Air Force…..he’s been thru as much boot camp as anyone in the Air Force…am I right Dan!

            Thom Van Vleck
            Jackson Weightlifting Club
            Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

            in reply to: Anvil #21441
            Thom Van Vleck
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              Just a good ol’ clean and press.

              But I have to admit, Dan…..I used a bit of strategy in getting in that old shop. I didn’t go barging right in like the Army would, I first did a visual recon, then I observed to locals and understood their ways, next I developed a repertoire with the the wife and ascertained that her husband was not in the shop. I then developed a battle plan that not only included an objective (locate whatever was of lifting value in the shop….she had confirmed an anvil…but not if it were a target of value) but also an exit plan.

              Improvise, Adapt, and Overcome.

              ohhh….and did I mention the Marines taught me how to shoot, as well? One shot one kill…we didn’t have limitless supplies like the Army did…we had to make do…HAHAHAHAHA

              Thom Van Vleck
              Jackson Weightlifting Club
              Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

              in reply to: Chad(the dancing),Dan(beer liking) #21444
              Thom Van Vleck
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                Chad…have you not learned from the ass kicking you got in Scotland? You can’t handle alcohol very well…just ask Al.

                Thom Van Vleck
                Jackson Weightlifting Club
                Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

                in reply to: Man #21449
                Thom Van Vleck
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                  Other than me sweeping all catagories…no, ET….I cannot.

                  Thom Van Vleck
                  Jackson Weightlifting Club
                  Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

                  in reply to: LEDAIG WEEKEND #21460
                  Thom Van Vleck
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                    I think I’ll stick the the expert on Chad’s drinking abilities…AL MYERS. To often Chad has claimed to not be that drunk but after seeing Chad down a few beers at my place and pass out cold on my couch (I have photos) I now realize that Al knows what he’s talking about.

                    Thom Van Vleck
                    Jackson Weightlifting Club
                    Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

                    in reply to: LEDAIG WEEKEND #21462
                    Thom Van Vleck
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                      Looks like it was a blast…especially the repeated drunk texts from Chad about how much fun it was…..

                      Thom Van Vleck
                      Jackson Weightlifting Club
                      Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

                      in reply to: Flipping Good Time!! #21478
                      Thom Van Vleck
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                        I’m with Eric. I always use my right knee, kind of like doing a jerk….it’s automatic so I don’t have to think about it and can focus on making sure the tire doesn’t get away from me.

                        Thom Van Vleck
                        Jackson Weightlifting Club
                        Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

                        in reply to: Finally got that… #21516
                        Thom Van Vleck
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                          That’ pretty cool….I could not get in that position.

                          I will say that I saw Al’s brother in law, the great Bob Burtzloff, hit 225 when I think his PR was 250 or something in that range. He was a big man so it was all the more impressive. That is a cool lift when you can do it perfectly like you did!

                          Thom Van Vleck
                          Jackson Weightlifting Club
                          Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

                          in reply to: Scottish Stones of Strength #21522
                          Thom Van Vleck
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                            [b]Quote from KCSTRONGMAN on June 20, 2013, 13:50[/b]
                            Leave it to the USAWA forum to have a rational discussion…

                            That’s because I haven’t been on here…hahahahaha

                            Thom Van Vleck
                            Jackson Weightlifting Club
                            Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

                            in reply to: Official Certification #21568
                            Thom Van Vleck
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                              Believe it or not….I ALREADY DID….you didn’t have to remind me 10 times. I told you….I’m severely ADD and my attention span is

                              Thom Van Vleck
                              Jackson Weightlifting Club
                              Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

                              in reply to: Official Certification #21570
                              Thom Van Vleck
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                                Ya know….I was thinking about looking up the meets I’ve judges….but I was too lazy. I figured if I sandbagged long enough you’d do it for me.

                                You know I love you, Al….like my brother…who I abuse as well.

                                Thom Van Vleck
                                Jackson Weightlifting Club
                                Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

                                in reply to: Official Certification #21572
                                Thom Van Vleck
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                                  Al, can you write down my answers for me.

                                  You know how my eyes glaze over at the mere thought of administration issues.

                                  Thom Van Vleck
                                  Jackson Weightlifting Club
                                  Highland Games athlete and sometimes All-Rounder

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