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The day started foggy, but once 10 o'clock hit it was sunny and the weights started flying. Three groups, Women, Light and Heavyweight Men competed together while the larger Middleweight class competed separately. The introduction of the Strongman Total was profound, Fat Bar DL, Log Press Max and a Zercher Squat done with Appolon's Axle was devastating, the carriage on the squat was the true test. Many green Highland Gamers were out, some with astounding throws, Shaun and Dan in particular. Seasoned athletes like Cory, Breanne and Mark had great days throwing, 5'1" Breanne with a 14' WOB was a crowd pleaser. The Medley O' Doom, also dubbed The Deadly Medley by some spectators was tweaked for each division. It consisted of Sled Drags at various weights, a 110# Log Carry (about 4' 12" diameter cottonwood log) and Farmer's Walk. The 100' course would require the athletes to navigate, the Farmer's Walk and/or (depending on division) Log Carry, around and/or OVER 6, 4-12" boxes arrayed before them. The course was brutal, with the Heavyweights taking the worst of it! Chris S. took the cake with a comical coughing fit midst medley that cost him valuable time allowing for Matt "Tiny" to catch up and eventually beat him at the finish. Lunch was donated by nearby Lake Forest Park Grill was fantastic as were the Spiked Clubs delivered for trophies. By the end of the day all the sun burnt competitors, judges, family, friends and fans were happy to cheer for the victors.