Novice Comp, Charity Event
MACSimum Effort Charity Novice Strongman Competition 2027
Date: Saturday 20th February 2027
Entry Fee: £25
Charity: 100% of entry fees donated to MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)
About the Competition
MACSimum Effort is a novice-only strongman competition raising money for MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support).
Male & Female Classes. Capped at 40 in each.
Whether this is your first ever competition or you're looking to gain experience before stepping onto the intermediate circuit, this competition has been designed to provide a welcoming, professionally run environment without losing the atmosphere that makes strongman special.
Every competitor entry goes directly towards supporting MACS, a charity that provides information, practical support and community for children, adults and families affected by Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia and Coloboma.
100% of competitor entry fees will be donated to MACS.
Events
Log Press & Axle Press for Repetitions
Axle Deadlift for Repetitions
Sandbag Medley
Farmers Walk into Yoke
Stone Run
Event weights, equipment specifications and rules will be released nearer the competition.
Eligibility
This competition is strictly for novice competitors.
If you've never competed before, or have limited strongman competition experience, this event is for you.
If you're unsure whether you qualify as a novice, please contact the organisers before entering.
Venue
The competition will take place in South Tyneside, Tyne & Wear.
To allow flexibility based on final competitor numbers, we have two confirmed venues located within approximately five minutes of one another.
The approximate central postcode is:
NE34 0NA
The final venue will be confirmed approximately four to six weeks before competition day once entries have closed.
Entry Fee
£25
Every penny of competitor entry fees will be donated directly to MACS.
Organised by
JHEPC Promotions
Supporting MACS.
Categories
- Novice
- Novice
Location
Venue
South Tyneside
NE34 0NA
Events
| Scroll | ||
|---|---|---|
| Men Novice | Women Novice | |
| Log & Axle Floor to Overhead | 90kg | 45kg |
| Axle deadlift | 185kg | 120kg |
| Sandbag Medley | tbc | tbc |
| Farmers into Yoke |
80kg 220kg |
50kg 140kg |
| 5 Stone Run | tbc | tbc |
Axle deadlift
Event 2: Axle Deadlift for Repetitions
The second event is a test of posterior chain strength, grip endurance and work capacity.
Competitors will perform as many repetitions as possible in 70 seconds using an axle bar loaded to:
Men: 185kg Women: 120kg
Deadlifts must be completed under the referee's commands and to the competition standard. Each successful repetition will count towards the athlete's score.
Straps are permitted.
Deadlift suits are not permitted.
Further details regarding commands, hitching rules, down commands and equipment specifications will be included in the full rules pack released before the competition.
No Suits Any Straps Allowed
Log & Axle Floor to Overhead
Event 1: Log & Axle Press for Repetitions
The opening event is an overhead pressing medley designed to test strength, endurance and efficiency under fatigue.
Competitors will have 70 seconds to complete as many successful repetitions as possible, alternating between a log and an axle. Athletes must complete one successful repetition on the log before moving to the axle, and then continue alternating between the two implements for the duration of the time limit.
The implements will be loaded to:
Men: 90kg Log & 90kg Axle Women: 45kg Log & 45kg Axle
Each successful repetition will count towards the athlete's score.
Elbow sleeves, wrist wraps and grip shirts/tops are permitted.
Further details regarding commands, pressing standards, cleaning rules and judging criteria will be included in the full rules pack released before the competition.
Elbow sleeves, wrist wraps and grip shirts/tops allowed.
Sandbag Medley
Event 3: Sandbag Medley
The third event will be a fast-paced sandbag medley designed to test athleticism, conditioning and the ability to perform under fatigue.
Rather than focusing on a single movement, this event will combine a variety of classic sandbag disciplines into one flowing medley. Competitors can expect a fun challenge that rewards speed, efficiency and determination as much as outright strength.
The full event format, including weights, movements and rules, will be announced alongside our upcoming event sponsorship announcement.
As with every event at MACSimum Effort, the aim is to create a competitive but accessible challenge that allows every athlete to enjoy the experience while still separating the field.
TBC
5 Stone Run
Event 5: Five Stone Run
The final event is the ultimate test of determination, conditioning and finishing strength.
Competitors will have 70 seconds to load five atlas stones as quickly as possible. Athletes who complete all five stones within the time limit will be ranked by the fastest time, while those who do not will be ranked according to the number of successful loads completed.
The specific stone weights and loading heights will be announced alongside our upcoming event sponsorship announcement.
As the final event of the day, the Five Stone Run is designed to provide an exciting finish to the competition, rewarding athletes who can maintain their composure and performance after four demanding events. Full rules, equipment specifications and judging standards will be released closer to the competition.
TBC
Farmers into Yoke
Event 4: Farmers Walk into Yoke
The penultimate event is a classic moving medley, combining grip strength, speed and composure under fatigue.
Competitors will carry Farmers Handles for 15 metres, transition immediately to the Yoke, and complete a further 15 metres against the clock.
The proposed weights are:
Men: 80kg per hand Farmers, into a 220kg Yoke Women: 50kg per hand Farmers, into a 140kg Yoke
These weights are provisional and may be subject to a small increase following consultation with competitors and the wider strongman community before the final rules pack is published.
The aim is to strike the right balance between accessibility and challenge, ensuring the event rewards athleticism and consistency while remaining appropriate for a novice competition.
Full rules, course layout, equipment specifications and any confirmed weight adjustments will be announced closer to the competition.
No Straps on farmers
