Welcome back to the 5th Annual Tournament of Titans! We’re thrilled to partner with Anthony SanLorenzo for another incredible show at Bierstadt brewery!

Event Details:

• This year’s tournament will feature 4 high-octane events, designed for Open Class competitors only—no novice categories.
• The competition will be fast-paced, with previous events wrapping up in under 3 hours.

What to Expect:

• Prepare to test your limits at one of Denver’s premier Strongman shows.
• This is your chance to lift heavy and stand out in a top-tier competition.

Awards and Opportunities:

• Podium finishers will earn an invitation to USS Nationals 2025.
• Trophies will be awarded to the top 3 competitors.
• Aiming for 1st place? It’s your opportunity to take home the coveted top trophy!

Gear up for a thrilling competition and aim for glory at Denver’s most intense strongman event!

NOTE - Any athlete seen drinking will be removed from competing.  No exceptions, save the fun for after we are done so we can all enjoy together!  

DATES & TIMES:

• Saturday, November 9, 2024
• Rules Meeting : 8:00 am
• National Anthem : 8:60 am
• Competition Start : 9:00 am
• Events : 9:00 am - 12:30 am
• Awards 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm

Weigh Ins

• Friday, November 8, 2024
• Location : Iron Titan Gym
• 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
• Weigh ins will be available from 7:30 - 8:00 am morning of the competition at Bierstadt - BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

LOCATION: 

• Bierstadt Lagerhaus | 2875 Blake St, Denver, CO 80205 (Link)

ORDER OF EVENTS:

1. Axle Clean & Press Away
2. Axle Wagon Wheel Deadlift
3. Sandbag Carry Max Distance
4. Sandbag Toss Series

*Please note that the events, order of events, and weight are all subject to change. 

FOR ALL EVENTS: 

1. Competition shirt MUST be worn
2. No bare feet (must have at least socks on)
3. No tacky or sticky substance
4. No gloves
5. No build-up belts (only one hard and one soft)
6. No suits or briefs (EXCEPT for deadlift)
7. Any athlete who leaks any body fluids (blood, urine, vomit, etc. ) on the competition field must help clean it up.
8. No grip shirts/shorts are allowed during this show.  Grip shirts can be worn under your competition shirt not showing.

EVENT RULES

EVENT 1: Axle Clean & Press Away

Equipment Allowed:  Chalk, Wrist Wraps, Elbow Sleeves, Knee Sleeves, Warmer Shorts, One Soft Belt, One Hard Belt

Time Limit: 60 seconds

Scoring: Max Reps

Event Instructions:

• Start Command: Athletes have 60 seconds to complete as many clean and press-away reps as possible.
• Belt Cleans: Allowed.

Rep Validation:

• Down Command: Given by the judge to indicate a good rep.
  • Conditions for a down command:
    • Axle pressed overhead
    • Elbows locked
    • Athlete standing upright and squared feet
    • Control of the axle
    • Looking at the judge
• No Rep: If the judge does not give a down command and the axle is dropped.

Athlete Responsibilities:

• Elbow Lockout Issues: Notify the judge before starting the event.

Axle Handling:

• Returning the Axle: After receiving a down command, return the axle to the rack position for the next attempt.
• Dropping the Axle: Can be done overhead but must be controlled and guided to the floor.
• Tree Drop: Uncontrolled drop of the axle will result in a ZERO score for the event.

Equipment:

• The axle will be equipped with wagon wheels.
• Please handle the equipment with respect.

EVENT 2: Axle Wagon Wheel Deadlift

Equipment Allowed: Chalk, Wrist Wraps, Elbow Sleeves, Knee Sleeves, Warmer Shorts, One Soft Belt, One Hard Belt, Straps (any kind except metal hooks), Deadlift Suits, Deadlift Briefs

Time Limit: 60 Seconds

Scoring: Max Reps

Event Instructions:

• Starting Position: Athlete will be strapped into the barbell.

Commands:

• Start Command: Given by the judge to begin pulling.
• Up and Down Commands: Judges will signal these commands.

Rep Validation:

• Down Command: Given once a rep meets all criteria.
  • Criteria:
    • Shoulders back
    • Hips through
    • Knees locked
• No Rep:
  • If the bar is dropped before the down command
  • If the bar is lifted before the up command
  • If the bar is finger-tipped while using straps

Equipment Handling:

• Thumbs: Must be in contact with the axle.
• Bar Handling: Deliberately dropping the barbell from the top will result in a ZERO for the event.

Respect for Equipment:

• Please handle the equipment with care.

EVENT 3: Sandbag Carry Max Distance 

Equipment Allowed: Chalk, Wrist Wraps, Elbow Sleeves, Knee Sleeves, Warmer Shorts, One Soft Belt, One Hard Belt

Time Limit: 60 Seconds

Scoring: Max Distance

Starting Position:

• Athlete sets up hovering over the sandbag.

Event Instructions:

• Start Command: Given by the judge to begin.
• Carry:
  • Pick up the sandbag and carry it 30 feet down the course
  • Entire sandbag must cross the 30 foot line
• Drop and Return:
  • Drop the sandbag at the 30-foot mark
  • Re-pick the sandbag and carry it back 30 feet
  • Repeat until time runs out or the athlete declares they are finished

Carrying Method:

• Sandbag can be carried in any way.

Rules:

• No Drops:
  • No drops are allowed during the 30-foot runs
  • If the sandbag is dropped, the event ends immediately
  • Distance will be measured where the sandbag drops

Event Conclusion:

• Event ends when time runs out or the athlete says they are done.

EVENT 4: Sandbag Toss Series 

Equipment Allowed: Chalk, Wrist Wraps, Elbow Sleeves, Knee Sleeves, Warmer Shorts, One Soft Belt, One Hard Belt

Time Limit: 60 Seconds

Scoring: Reps in Time - Split times will be taken

Throw Heights:

Men – 15 feet

Women – 13 feet

Starting Position:

• Hands on the crossmember of the yoke.

Event Instructions:

• Start Command: Given by the judge to begin.
• Bag Toss:
  • Toss the first bag over the set bar height
  • The bag must clear the bar before throwing the next bag
  • If the bag does not clear the bar, retrieve and rethrow it

Timing:

• Split times will be recorded for this event.
• Time starts counting when the bag hits the floor after a successful toss.

Additional Notes:

• Each bag must successfully clear the bar before proceeding to the next.

Tiebreaker: TBD

Equipment Allowed: Chalk, Wrist Wraps, Elbow Sleeves, Knee Sleeves, Warmer Shorts, One Soft Belt, One Hard Belt

Time Limit: TBD

Scoring: TBD