INGATESTONES STRONGEST 2026

Ingatestones Strongest is back!!!!

Hosted, as always, by the grassroots events organisers that truly set the ball rolling in 2019 by making all athletes feel like true “Strongmen/women”, with well organised events, being inclusive to all, and creating the opportunities to carry out disciplines that you otherwise would only see on the TV.

Our Signature Event in our Strongman/woman Calendar……

INGATESTONES STRONGEST!!

And for the return, you will of course see our Ingate-Stones back in action. Having been first used in the “Battle Of Ingate-STONES“ back in 2023.

We are keen to continue supporting grassroots, as our efforts over the years has seen many of the now top UK athletes, including Pros, first take part in strongman at one of our events. Such as Alfie Poyser, Ricky Daley, and Ben Glasscock.

So here we are. Back with huge opportunities for grassroots strongman. With class, challenging events.

What everyone will get:

•T shirt for every entry

•Trophy’s for podium finishers

•Medals for those outside of top 3

•Warm up opportunities for each event (let’s not pretend that this is often a guarantee at most other comps 😂)

The categories available:

WCat1 = Womens “Entry” level. Around Beginners/Novice Level

WCat2 = Womens “Developed” level. Around Inters/Lower end Opens

MM40+ ‎ =  Mens Masters 40+

MB = Men’s Beginners

MN = Men’s Novice

MI = Men’s Inters

MO = Men’s Opens

Please note, with all classes, follow the guidelines of:

-check the discipline weights and enter the category that is most appropriate to your ability. Don’t enter beginners because “you’ve not done a comp before”.

-challenge yourself in each event. Rather than pretending that you’re in the correct category and doing 20 reps, push yourself into a category where you are working hard to progress yourself, even if it’s for a single rep. Progress is progress 👊🏻

-no one likes a trophy hunter. Get yourself in the most relevant category for your ability when measuring up against the disciplines weights. And if you’re now beyond the highest class, then stick with a more advanced show. 👌🏻

All classes will require a minimum of 3 to go ahead. If spaces fill in certain categories whilst others remain below the minimum, those spaces will be freed to give opportunity in the more busy categories. So get your entries in early to the ensure your category goes ahead.

And so, here are you events (not necessarily listed in the order that they will run on the day - this will be confirmed once classes are filled and entry closed).

•THE INGATESTONES HOLD

-hold our very own, unevenly weighted, ring handled stones, for as long as possible.

-straddle or side by side stance are fine.

-no straps, no resin.

-powder chalk or liquid chalk only as grip aids.

-Time starts when the stones are held in a locked out position and ends when one or both (whichever is sooner) touches the floor.

(s) = small handle

(L) = large handle

WCat1 = 52kg (s) & 68kg (s)

WCat2 = 60kg (s) & 78kg (s)

MM40+ ‎ =  68kg (s) & 92kg (L)

MB = 68kg (s) & 92kg (L)

MN = 80kg (s) & 106kg (L)

MI = 106kg (s) & 144kg (s)

MO = 106kg (s) & 144kg (s)

•CIRCUS DUMBBELL PRESS

-60mm handle Circus Dumbbells.

-Max reps in 60 sec.

-Trump weights in play.

-2 weight options per category.

-1 rep on the heavier weight trumps any number of reps on the lighter weight.

-If reps are completed on both the heavier & lighter weights, lower weight reps are void.

-Can be cleaned with two hands to the shoulder.

-Second hand must be free of contact with the CDB before attempting to press with one hand

-CDB must be locked out overhead with feet in line, awaiting referees down command.

-CDB must be returned under control to the drop pad. If not, the rep will not count.

-A rep given a down command within the 60 seconds will be awarded, providing it is returned to the drop pad as above.

WCat1 = 15kg/20kg/25kg

WCat2 = 25kg/31kg/35kg/43kg

MM40+ ‎ = 31kg/35kg/43kg

MB = 35kg/43kg/48kg

MN = 43kg/48kg/53kg

MI = 48kg/53kg/60kg

MO = 53kg/64kg/71kg

•TRAP BAR DEADLIFT

-No suits.

-All straps/belts ok.

-Can Start with straps on

-Must stand fully erect (knees locked, hips through, shoulders back), with the weight under control, waiting for the referees down command.

-No touch and go allowed. Reps will not contribute to total.

-60 secs time limit.

WCat1 = 110kg

WCat2 = 140kg

MM40+ ‎ = 170kg

MB = 190kg

MN = 220kg

MI = 250kg

MO = 280kg

•SHOULDER TO SHOULDER SANDBAG

-The Sandbag is to be lifted to the athletes choice of shoulder and held under control, with one hand off.

-Once adequate control and positioning is demonstrated, the referee will give a “swap” command.

-Without allowing the sandbag to return to the floor, the athlete is to move the sandbag to the opposite shoulder, (well positioned and under control) again waiting for the referees “swap” command.

-the athlete is to continue for as many reps as possible in 60 secs without the sandbag meeting the floor.

-if the sandbag meets the floor before the end of the 60 secs, the attempt is over.

-the athlete may control the sandbag in the lap, on the thighs etc should they wish.

-the bag must travel in front of the head before being placed on the opposite shoulder (it is not allowed to journey around the back of the head).

WCat1 = 40kg

WCat2 = 50kg

MM40+ ‎ = 70kg

MB = 80kg

MN = 90kg

MI = 100kg

MO = 120kg

•THROWBAG SHOTPUT

-athletes will “put” a throwbag, using a single hand, as far as possible.

-must not step over the line

-one step max

-no rotation allowed

-3 attempts

-distance recorded is the total of the 3 attempts

WCat1 = 10kg

WCat2 = 12kg

MM40+ ‎ = 16kg

MB = 18kg

MN = 20kg

MI = 22kg

MO = 24kg

Disclaimer: All events are subject to change at any point, at the discretion of the Event Organiser – Bionic Branch Barbell Club – Club3B.

Registration is 0900-0930. Late arrivals will not be accepted.

Athlete briefing 0930-0945.

Warm up 0945-1000

Events start 1000.

Event Sponsors:

AlternationPT - Coaching of strength athletes

www.alternationpt.co.uk

Perry’s Portables - Bespoke Garden/Outdoor Structures

www.perrysportables.co.uk

D.O.D (Deadlifts Over Depression)

https://deadlifts.bigcartel.com/product/deadlifts-over-depression

Competition entry fee is £45.

Which includes a t-shirt.

Trophies for top 3 in each category.

Medals for those outside of the top 3.

Payment to be sent to;

BIONIC BRANCH BARBELL CLUB - CLUB3B

6570-1585

60-02-30

Include full name & class in the notes.

Then message to confirm entry is received & t shirt size.

No refunds on entry fees.

Entries are only confirmed when payment is received

This will be a number limited competition as we will be hosting the entire event inside.

Minimum of 3 entries for a category to go ahead.