METAL MAYHEM 5

Metal Mayhem 5  Date & Time:10am     Saturday, November 14 , 2026Location:  Weigh Ins -Heavy Metal Fitness  Event Location - Heavy Metal Fitness Please note that the events, order of events, weight of the events are all subject to change at Heavy Metal's discretion. Schedule Friday, November 13 , 2026 Check Ins & Weigh-Ins @ Heavy Metal Fitness: 9am - 12pm and 4pm - 7pmALL ATHLETES REGARDLESS OF WEIGHT CLASS MUST CHECK IN!!Saturday, November 14, 2026 Event Door Open 8:00amRules Meeting 9:15amAthlete Group Photo: 9:50amAthlete Warm Up: 8am - 9am & immediately following rules meeting until 9:50amEvent Start: 10amAdditional Information Strongman Corporation membership is required for all competitors and can be purchased online at https://strongmancorporation.com/memberships/. Please note that USS and Strongman Corporation are not the same, and you will need a Strongman Corporation membership for this competition. Nationals bids will be awarded in Open classes based on the number of athletes in each class as follows: - 1 athlete in a class: the promoter may merge the class with another class; if the athlete competes alone they will earn an invite by completing (i.e. not “zeroing”) at least 4 of the 5 events to the standards originally set forth by the promoter. - 2-4 athletes in a class: 1st place qualifies for Nationals - 5-9 athletes in a class: 1st and 2nd place qualify for Nationals - 10+ athletes in a class: 1st-3rd place qualify for Nationals Masters Athletes qualify for America's Strongest Master by placing in the top 3 of a Masters class *or* in the top 5 of an Open class. Teens qualify for America's Strongest Teen by participating in a Teen, Novice, or Open division. Weigh-ins will be conducted in POUNDS and there is a 0.4lbs "allowance" for clothing. For example, an athlete in the 140.0lbs class must weigh in at 140.8lbs or less. Athletes must weigh in wearing (minimally) a bra and underwear. EventsPlease note that the events, order of events, weight of the events are all subject to change at Heavy Metal's discretion. Event #1)  AXLE/LOG CLEAN & PRESS MEDLEY Knee/elbow sleeves, wrist wraps, grip shirts, and belts are all allowed.There will be 4 implements (axle/log/axle/log) lined up in a row.60 seconds time limit for the event.The athlete will attempt to lift each implement in the order given.Each implement will increase in weight slightly.The athlete must earn the judges "down" command before attempting the next lift.To earn the "down" command from the judge the athlete must establish/show complete control, a full lockout, with the feet in-line with each other.If the lifter fails an attempt, he/she can attempt the lift again within the confines of the time limit.Belt cleans (axle) will be allowed.The athlete that completes all four lifts in the fastest time will win the eventThe split time of the final completed lift will be scored for the athletes that cannot complete all four lifts.  Event #2)  MAX SANDBAG TO SHOULDER 60 seconds time limit for the event.Grip shirts will be allowed, however tacky or tacky towels will not.All sandbags will be arranged on the field, ranging from 75-350 increasing in 25 pound increments.The athlete can start at any sandbag of their choice, and will have unlimited attempts within the confines of the time limit.This event will be scored in a trump-style format. The heavier weight trumps the lighter weight. Also, the number of reps at given bag will be recorded/scored.The athlete will only be awarded the number of reps with their heaviest successful attempt(s).For example, one successful lift at 225 trumps three successful lifts at 200.The athlete must earn the "down" command from the judge for the lift to be awarded.To earn the "down" command, the athlete must fully place the sandbag on their shoulder and release one hand- to display complete control.If the athlete cannot complete an attempt, they may/should transition to a lighter attempt.The athlete with the most repetitions at the heaviest bag will win the event.Split times will not be recorded.  Event #3)  AXLE DEADLIFT FOR MAX REPS 60 seconds time limit for this event.Straps (including figure 8s), wrist wraps, knee sleeves, and belts are all allowed.Deadlift suits, briefs, and knee wraps will NOT be allowed.The athlete will strap in once the judge has given the start command, not before.The athlete must achieve a fully locked out position (knees, hips, upper back extended) and display complete control in order to earn a "down" command from the judge.Touch-and-go reps will not be allowed or counted as successful lifts.You must control the bar back down- do NOT drop the bar.  This will result in a failed rep.The athlete with the most successfully completed reps within the time limit will win the event.  Event #4)  TRIPLE THREAT MEDLEY 75 seconds time limit for this event.There will be 3 implements-- Farmers carry/ Zercher Yoke carry/ Husafell sandbag carry.Distances are TBD based on available space, however prepare for 35-50ft.Each implement will be placed at or near the athlete's start line.The athlete must attempt each implement in order of-- the Farmers carry, the Yoke, and lastly the sandbag.The Yoke must be carried the Zercher position.Keep in mind, that you will have to run back 35-50ft to retrieve each implement.The event will only be deemed completed once the Husafell bag has been loaded over the yoke at the finish line.If an athlete cannot complete the event within the time limit, then distance will be recorded and scored.Fastest time will win the event.  Event #5)  HEAVY ARM OVER ARM PULL 60 second time limit50ft seated arm-over-arm pull of the Spud Inc. Stretcher Sled.Athletes will start at the sled, and have to run to the end of the rope to get in position.The sled must pass the designated finished line to complete the eventPrepare for a heavy weight!- as we intend to make the event a challenge to completeThe athlete will either earn a time of completion or distance (if not completed).Train hard, train smart and most importantly have fun!!