Shetland Transport Shetland & Orkney's Strongest Man 2005

Venue: Victoria Pier, Lerwick
Date: Sunday 31 July 2005

Eddie Ellwood Seminar

Eddie Ellwood will be the guest at this year competition. The Ex Mr Universe and current strong contender for this years Britian's Strongest Man will be holding a seminar the night before the competition. More details as they arranged.

The Events

Max Weight Log Press
Lift a log from the floor to full arms length. Weight of log will be increased until a winner is found. Any technique can be used, clean, continental etc.

Van Squat
Using a frame a van must be squatted for as many reps as possible in 75 seconds. Squat weight approximately 180kg.

Basque Circle
The lever has to be lifted and carried round in a circle for as many revolutions as possible. The strongman who travels the furtherest is the winner. Approximate weight 250kg.

Truck Pull
A 15 tonne truck must be pulled using a harness and rope for a distance of 20 meters. Fastest time wins.

The Atlas Stones
5 stones to be placed on barrels, 100, 110, 120, 130 and the 140kg stone. Time limit 75 seconds.

Farmers and Chain Drag
Farmers walk for 20 meters followed by a chain drag of 15 meters. Weights to be confirmed.

You can e-mail Stuart Wadley at wadley@webaplomb.com