Kratos Strength Classic – Rules & Info
Date: Saturday, September 6
Location: TBD – Kasson, MN
Check-In: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Rules Meeting: 8:30 AM
Competition Start: 9:00 AM
Spectator Entry: $10 for adults, FREE for kids under 18
Entry Fee: $70 per athlete
Head Judge: Ed Coan

Events

1. Viking Press

Most reps in 60 seconds

No resting on head 

Wrist wraps, belt, and elbow sleeves allowed

No tacky

2. Conan’s Wheel

Max distance in 60 seconds

When you drop it, your run is over

5-second drop rule: If you drop the implement within the first 5 seconds, you may restart your run

Elbows must stay in position — excessive resting or regripping may result in a warning or no rep

3. Car Deadlift (Side Handle)

Most reps in 60 seconds

Standard side-handle car deadlift frame

Straps and suits allowed

Must stand fully upright with control

No bouncing reps — each rep must start from a dead stop

4. Hercules Hold

Athlete stands between two upright pillars and holds fixed handles

Time starts when the handles are released by the implement holder

Time stops when either handle slips from the athlete’s hand

Chalk allowed

No straps, tacky, or gloves

5. Sandbag Toss Over Bar

3 bags increasing in weight

45-second time cap

Fastest time to clear all 3 wins

Each bag must be thrown over the bar and land clean

Women’s bar height: 12 feet

Men’s bar height: 14 feet

Misses can be retried within the time window

General Info

Divisions: Men’s Open, Women’s Open, Novice, Masters, Teen (if numbers allow)

Weight classes will be finalized based on sign-ups

Registration closes August 31

No refunds after registration

Awards for top 3 in each class

Strongman Corp membership is required to compete

On-site concessions available

All lifting surfaces will be protected with rubber mats