CURRENT ROGUE RECORD BREAKER RECORD

This is a new Rogue Record Breaker and will establish a record

DEADLINES AND SUBMISSIONS

Qualifier Start Date & Time: 12/22/22 at 12 PM ET
Qualifier Close Date & Time: 1/30/23 at 8 PM ET
 
* Scores cannot be updated or added to the leaderboard following the competition close date and time. Please allow sufficient time for completing and submitting your score and video in advance.

ELIGIBILITY STANDARDS AND DIVISIONS

Men - ages 14 and over
Women - ages 14 and over
 
To be considered as a competitor, the athlete must register for the challenge at www.roguefitness.com/record-breakers and follow all workout and video flows as outlined.

INVITEES COMPETITION INFORMATION

For competitors that receive a qualification spot:

In person competition will take place at the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio

Prize Purse for in person competition:
    Men and Women will eaech compete for a $5,000 winners purse.
    Exact weight of the comeptition stones is TBD at this time
    In the event of a tie between two or more competitors, prize money will be split evenly between the tied competitors

Number of qualification available spots: TBD

Full competition rules for the in person competition will be released closer to the competition date for those that receive an invite to compete.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED TO QUALIFY

For the stone "implement":

• Option 1: Concrete or rubber atlas stone
  • There are no diameter requirements that must be met
  • https://www.roguefitness.com/rogue-rubber-atlas-stones
  • https://www.roguefitness.com/slater-stone-molds
• Option 2: Strongman style sandbags
  • There are no bag dimensions or requirements that must be met other than total weight
  • https://www.roguefitness.com/rogue-strongman-sandbags
• Option 3: Natural/odd shaped stones
  • There are no stone dimensions or requirements that must be met other than total weight
• Option 4: Any type of loadable atlas stone
  • There are no diameter requirements that must be met
• Athletes can use any 48" tall minimum apparatus to put the stone over to include yoke bars, solid platforms/shelfs, traditional wooden stone over stands etc. Measurement is from the platform to the top of the bar/shelf
• If you are unsure about whether or not your implement or setup will be allowed, please email a photograph and basic implement dimensions to, judging@roguefitness.com for an official approval prior to your lift attempt.
• Digital weight scale to confirm the weights to be used for the competition (analog scales are NOT permitted)
• Measuring tape
• Recommended: 10' x 10' clear unobstructed area in which to lift with no other equipment in the space
• Rogue brand gear is not required

Permitted Equipment:

• Chalk (magnesium carbonate)
• * Tacky Towels (like Gorilla Gold or simliar)
• Grip Shirts
• Lifting belts including nylon, powerlifting, Olympic or similar
• Knee sleeves or elbow sleeves
• Neoprene briefs or warming shorts
• Neoprene back support belt
• Tape on forearms
• Knee wraps or elbow wraps

NOT Permitted Equipment:

• Tacky of any kind (Other than tacky towels listed above)
• Any type of liquid grip/chalk 
• Straps of any kind
• Stone lifting forearm sleeves
• Double sided tape
• Gloves
• Shoes that have a built up sole to provide extra height
• Anything that is tucked into the lifting belt or on the athletes body that creates a shelf to assist with the stone lift

QUALIFIER COMPETITION AND SCORING

Stone over bar

Notes:

• This is a tacky free competition. Only standard tacky towels are permitted. See below for the full list of permitted/non permitted equipment
• Men and women must lift over a 48" bar/apparatus
• Men's minimum weight lifted over bar to be eligible to qualify for the in person Rogue Record Breakers competition is 450lbs (204 kg)
• Women's minimum weight lifted over bar to be eligible to qualify for the in person Rogue Record Breakers competition is 275lbs (125kg)
• Qualifiers will be selected based on the heaviest successful lifts assuming the athletes have met all criteria listed
• Your video submission should be your highest successful lifted stone.

MOVEMENTS

Stone over bar lift

• Stones begin on the ground directly in front of the 48" high bar or shelf
• Athletes must lift the stone up and over the 48" bar using any lifting method
• Implements may touch/roll over the bar
• Athletes may not grab the bar to assist with the lift

Any athlete who alters/modifies the equipment or movements described in this document may be disqualified from the competition if deemed by the head judges to give an unfair advantage.

FLOW

The workout begins with the athlete standing behind the stone facing the bar

When the athlete is ready they may reach down and start their lift

• Video submission should be your highest successful lifted stone/implement
• Standards listed above

VIDEO SUBMISSION STANDARDS

All video submissions should be uncut and unedited in order to accurately display the performance. Videos shot with a fisheye lens or similar lens may be rejected due to the visual distortion these lenses cause. Sound should be ON during the filming. Be sure the athlete has adequate space to safely complete the movements and clear the area of all extra equipment, people, or other obstructions so that the video is clear.

The video should be shot from at a 90 degree side angle to the athlete ensuring that the video clearly shows the entire range of motion of the lift. Critical items that need to be clearly visible on the video:

1. Stone start on the ground
2. Athlete lifting the stone without assistance
3. The stone moving over the bar without the athlete grabbing the bar to assist with the lift.

The athlete will need to follow the steps outlined below:

1. The submitted video should start with the entire athlete in frame stating their name and the competition name.
2. The athlete needs to show the camera all supportive equipment they are wearing or will wear for the challenge to confirm it all matches the rules outlined
3. The camera should then clearly show all equipment the athlete will use during their challenge. All of the following must be shown:
   • The stone or object they will lift
   • The apparatus they will lift the object over
   • Any tacky towels that may be used by the athlete
   • All gear needs to stay in camera shot during the entire video
4. The athlete must weigh their implement on camera
   • This process needs to start with verifying their scale by placing a kettlebell/dumbbell on the scale and showing the scale reading is correct.
   • The athlete can then place their stone object on the scale and show the scale reading
   • Required regardless of equipment brand
   • A helper may assist with this process
5. Using the tape measure:
   • Camera must clearly show the height measurement of the apparatus they will lift the stone over/onto
   • Measurement is from the platform to the top of the bar/shelf
   • Video must clearly show the athlete measure the apparatus to confirm it meets the required specs listed above
   • Required regardless of equipment brand
   • All gear needs to stay in camera shot during the entire video
6. The camera should move back into the correct 90 degree side filming angle for the challenge attempt.
   • The stone can be moved into its start place at this time
   • The final position should capture the athlete at 90 degree side angle
7. Once the athlete is ready they may begin their attempt based on the criteria outlined above.

• All of the steps above should be done with the camera continuously running for the video to be accepted.
• Failure to show these steps/items could make the video submission subject to rejection at the judges' discretion.

COMP DESCRIPTION

The original Dinnie Stones are located in Potarch, Scotland date back to the 1860s and have a combined weight of 743 lbs. The Rogue Replica Dinnies first appeared in competition at the Arnold Classic during 2017 and have a combined weight of 744 lbs. The replica stones used in this event were made for Gordon Dinnie, a kinsman of Donald Dinnie, and they now belong to Jan Todd. They are on display in the Rogue Fitness HQ retail store and athletes and fans are welcome to come by and attempt to lift them.

CURRENT ROGUE RECORD BREAKER RECORD

Kevin Faires, 25'8". 2021

DEADLINES AND SUBMISSIONS

HISTORY OF MOVEMENT

The original Dinnie Stones are located in Potarch, Scotland date back to the 1860s and have a combined weight of 743 lbs. The Rogue Replica Dinnies first appeared in competition at the Arnold Classic during 2017 and have a combined weight of 744 lbs. The replica stones used in this event were made for Gordon Dinnie, a kinsman of Donald Dinnie, and they now belong to Jan Todd. They are on display in the Rogue Fitness HQ retail store and athletes and fans are welcome to come by and attempt to lift them.

CURRENT ROGUE RECORD BREAKER RECORD

Chloe Brennan, 1.33 Seconds. 2021

DEADLINES AND SUBMISSIONS

ELIGIBILITY STANDARDS AND DIVISIONS

Women - ages 14 and over
   
To be considered as a competitor, the athlete must register for the challenge at www.roguefitness.com/record-breakers and follow all workout and video flows as outlined.

INVITEES COMPETITION INFORMATION

For competitors that receive a qualification spot:

In person competition will take place at the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio

Prize Purse for in person competition:
    - $5,000 for a competitor that sets a new record and holds the Replica Dinnies for longer than 1.33 seconds.
    - In the event of a tie between two competitors, prize money will be split evenly between the tied competitors

Number of qualification available spots: TBD

Full competition rules for the in person competition will be released closer to the competition date for those that receive an invite to compete.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED TO QUALIFY

Athlete's have several options for what type of implements are acceptable during qualifier portion of this competition:

• Option 1: Replica Dinnie Stones located at Rogue HQ retail store
• Option 2: Original Dinnie Stones in Potarch, Aberdeenshire
• Option 3: If you are using custom “Dinnie Stone” type ring handles, both rings can have an outside diameter no greater than 7” and be no more than 3/4” thick metal
• Option 4: Rogue Ring Power Pin or similar non Rogue branded product.
• Option 5: A basic cable handle. For example a D handle steel or strap attachment attached to an appropriately loaded weight pin.
• Regardless of which implement you decide to use, the maximum allowed distance from the floor to the top of your handle when fully extended is 24”. There is no minimum measurement restriction for the same dimension.
• Visible timer in frame - this can be a gym timer, a phone with the timer feature up, or a stopwatch - with an assistant to help time
• Digital weight scale to confirm the weights used for the competition (analog scales are NOT permitted)
• Weight plates with clearly marked numbers.
• Measuring tape
• Recommended: 10' x 10' clear unobstructed area in which to perform the movements required with no other equipment in the space
• Rogue brand gear is not required
• If you are unsure about whether or not your implement will be allowed, please email a photograph and basic implement dimensions to, judging@roguefitness.com for an official approval prior to your lift attempt.

Permitted Equipment:

• Chalk (magnesium carbonate),
• Lifting belts including nylon, powerlifting, Olympic or similar
• Knee sleeves
• Neoprene back support belt
• Wrist wraps,
• Elbow sleeves

NOT Permitted Equipment:

• Tacky of any sort including tacky towels
• Any type of liquid grip
• Gloves
• Lifting straps of any kind
• Liquid chalk.

QUALIFIER COMPETITION AND SCORING

Max length hold of the replica "Dinnie Stones"

Notes

• Implement weights need to weigh between the weight range below:
  • Implement one can range from 320 lbs (145.15 kg) - 325 lbs (147.42 kg)
  • Implement two can range from 420 lbs (190.51) kg - 425 lbs (192.78 kg)
• Competitors that submit attempts that were not performed during the qualifier competition window are not eligible
• Minimum length hold required to be eligible to qualify for the in person Dinnie Stone Walk competition is 1 second

MOVEMENTS

Dinnie Stone Hold

• Implements begin on the ground, not touching one another.
• Lifter then straddles the items leaving one on each side of their body
• Feet remain separated in a “split jerk” type position.
• Lifter bends down and grabs each handle simultaneously.
• Lifter will then pick the implements up vertically until both are completely off the ground.
• The lifter does not have to reach full extension of the hips, knees or be "locked out" in any way.
• Both implements need to be entirely lifted from the ground.
• The lift has ended once any part of either implements touches the ground.

Any athlete who alters/modifies the equipment or movements described in this document may be disqualified from the competition if deemed by the head judges to give an unfair advantage.

FLOW

The workout begins with the athlete standing at full extension with the lifting implements between the feet as detailed above.

• Lifting implements should be loaded to the correct weights (detailed above)

When the athlete is ready, they may reach down, grab the handles and begin to lift them off the ground

• The clock should begin once both implements have entirely left the ground
• Standards listed above

The lift is over and the clock should stop as soon as any part of either implement touches the ground

VIDEO SUBMISSION STANDARDS

All video submissions should be uncut and unedited in order to accurately display the performance. Videos shot with a fisheye lens or similar lens may be rejected due to the visual distortion these lenses cause. Sound should be ON during the filming. Be sure the athlete has adequate space to safely complete the movements and clear the area of all extra equipment, people, or other obstructions so that the video is clear.

Shoot the video from the front and place the camera low to the ground so that the floor and the lifter both stay in frame the entire time. Critical items that need to be clearly visible on the video:

1. Full body of athlete including feet at all times
2. The video must be able to clearly show both implements as soon as they entirely leave the ground
3. Videos that do not show the lifted stones and the lifter for the entire video may be ineligible.

Next the athlete will need to follow the steps outlined below:

1. The submitted video should start with the entire athlete in frame stating their name and the competition name.
2. The athlete needs to show the camera all supportive equipment they are wearing or will wear for the challenge to confirm it all matches the rules outlined.
3. The camera should then clearly show all equipment the athlete will use during their challenge. All of the following must be shown:
   • All weight plates that will be used in their attempt (If applicable)
   • Plates need to clearly have the weights printed on them (If applicable)
   • The handles and loading pin and carabiner/strap combination that will be used (If applicable)
   • The Dinnie Stones, handles and area immediately around the stones (If applicable)
   • If the athlete is lifting the Dinnie Stone replica stones in Columbus, Ohio or the Dinnie Stones in Potarch Scotland, the video must make it abundantly clear of your location by showing your surroundings
   • All gear needs to stay in camera shot during the entire video
4. The athlete must weigh all competition gear on camera.
   • Note - this process can be skipped if the athlete is lifting the Dinnie Stones in Scotland or the replica stones at Rogue HQ
   • This process needs to start with verifying their scale by placing a kettlebell/dumbbell on the scale and showing the scale reading is correct.
   • The camera must show each plate on the scale and show the scale reading
   • The athlete will need to place all non plate items onto a scale and show the scale reading
     • For example, if you are using a non Rogue Dinnie Ring handles, loading pin and carabiner all of those items need to be placed on the scale together with the weight showing in the same frame in order to verify the total load.
   • Required regardless of equipment brand
5. Using the tape measure:
   • Note - this process can be skipped if the athlete is lifting the Dinnie Stones in Scotland or the replica stones at Rogue HQ
   • Assemble your implements and measure the distance from the floor to the top of your handle when fully extended to confirm it matches the standards listed above
   • If you are using custom “Dinnie Stone” type ring handles, measure the outside diameter of the rings and measure the ring thickness to confirm both measurements meet the standards listed above
   • Required regardless of equipment brand
6. The camera should move back into the front, near ground filming angle for the lift attempt.
   • Athlete may set up and load their implements and prepare for the lift at this step.
   • The final camera position should clearly show the moment both implements leave the ground entirely
   • Timer in full view of the camera
7. Once the athlete is ready they may begin the lift based on the criteria outlined above.
   • Timer begins as soon as both implements are entirely off the ground
8. A soon as either implement touches the floor the clock stops and, the lift is over at this moment.

• All of the steps above should be done with the camera continuously running for the video to be accepted.
• Failure to show these steps/items could make the video submission subject to rejection at the judges' discretion.

CURRENT ROGUE RECORD BREAKER RECORD

Female: Carolyne Prevost, 67 reps. 2021
Male: Austin Malleolo, 61 in 2 minutes. 2020

DEADLINES AND SUBMISSIONS

Qualifier Start Date & Time: 12/22/22 at 12 PM ET
Qualifier Close Date & Time: 1/30/23 at 8 PM ET
 
* Scores cannot be updated or added to the leaderboard following the competition close date and time. Please allow sufficient time for completing and submitting your score and video in advance.

ELIGIBILITY STANDARDS AND DIVISIONS

Men - ages 14 and over
Women - ages 14 and over
   
To be considered as a competitor, the athlete must register for the challenge at www.roguefitness.com/record-breakers and follow all workout and video flows as outlined.

Invitees competition information

For competitors that receive a qualification spot:

In person competition will take place at the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio

Prize Purse for in person competition:
Men - $5,000 for a competitor that sets a new record and completes more than 61 reps in 2 minutes
     - In the event of a tie between two competitors, prize money will be split evenly between the tied competitors
Women  - $5,000 for a competitor that sets a new record and completes more than 67 reps in 2 minutes
     - In the event of a tie between two competitors, prize money will be split evenly between the tied competitors

Number of qualification spots: TBD

Full competition rules for the in person competition will be released closer to the competition date for those that receive an invite to compete.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED TO QUALIFY

• Visible timer in frame - this can be a gym timer, a phone with the timer feature up, or a stopwatch
• Digital weight scale to confirm the weights used for the competition (analog scales are NOT permitted)
• Standard 15kg (35 LB) or 20kg (45 LB) barbell
• Weight plates with the weight clearly marked
  • Max of 18" diameter
• Barbell collars
• Recommended: 10' x 10' clear unobstructed area in which to perform the movements required with no other equipment in the space
• Rogue brand gear is not required

Permitted Equipment:

• Gym chalk (magnesium carbonate)
• Lifting belts including nylon, powerlifting, Olympic or similar,
• Knee sleeves (single layer)
• Wearing shoes is required during lift

NOT Permitted Equipment:

• Tacky of any kind
• Any type of liquid grip or chalk
• Gloves of any kind
• Sticky adhesives or grip adhesives of any kind anywhere on the clothing, body, or bar (including spray or other)
• Multiple layers of sleeves/wraps on top of each other
• Lifting straps of any kind
• Knee wraps or elbow wraps
• Grease or lotions
• Long Pants/tights
• Lifting Suits, support briefs, super suits
• Neoprene back support belt, neoprene support under lifting belt

QUALIFIER COMPETITION AND SCORING

As many deadlift reps as possible in 2 minutes at the weights listed.

Men - 315 LBS (143 KG)

Women 225 LBS (102 KG)

Notes:

• Men - minimum number of reps to be eligible to qualify for the in person Rogue Record Breakers competition is 55
• Female - minimum number of reps to be eligible to qualify for the in person Rogue Record Breakers competition is 55
• Competitors that submit attempts that were not performed during the qualifier competition window are not eligible

MOVEMENTS

Deadlift

• Barbell begins on the floor.
• This is a traditional deadlift with the hands outside of the knees (Sumo Deadlift is not permitted).
• Any style of grip is allowed.
• The bar is lifted to the finishing position where the hips and knees are fully extended with the head and shoulders behind the bar.
• Once the athlete reaches the required finishing position they repeat the movement completing as many reps as possible in the two minute window
• The arms must remain straight throughout each repetition of the lift, with no bouncing of the barbell.
• No stopping at the floor is required as long as both sides of plates touch the floor

Any athlete who alters/modifies the equipment or movements described in this document may be disqualified from the competition if deemed by the head judges to give an unfair advantage.

FLOW

The workout begins with the athlete standing upright

• Butt, back and head in contact with the wall
• Heels of the feet no more than 8 inches from the wall
• Arms holding the weight down at their waist.

When the athlete is ready, they may raise their weight and begin their challenge attempt:

• The clock should begin when the weight is lifted to the approved holding position as outlined above

The hold is over when the top edge of the weight moves lower than the chin, higher than the crown or the body is no longer in the approved holding position

• Timer stops at this time

VIDEO SUBMISSION STANDARDS

All video submissions should be uncut and unedited in order to accurately display the performance. Videos shot with a fisheye lens or similar lens may be rejected due to the visual distortion these lenses cause. Sound should be ON during the filming. Be sure the athlete has adequate space to safely complete the movements and clear the area of all extra equipment, people, or other obstructions so that the video is clear.

The video should be shot from a 90 degree angle of the athlete with the camera positioned at a height that is level with the athlete's shoulders. Critical items that need to be clearly visible on the video:

1. Full body of athlete including feet at all times during the entire range of motion of the workout.
2. The feet being within 8" of the wall and in contact with tape mark on the floor
3. The body maintaining the required points of contact with the wall during the hold attempt.
4. The weight's top edge position related to the athletes body confirming the object is in the approved hold position.
5. Timer/clock in the view during the challenge.

The athlete will need to follow the steps outlined below:

1. The submitted video should start with the entire athlete in frame stating their name followed by the challenge name and their chosen division.
2. The athlete needs to show the camera all supportive equipment they are wearing or will wear for the challenge to confirm it all matches the rules outlined.
3. The camera should then clearly show all equipment the athlete will use or may use during their challenge. All of the following must be shown:
   • The weight to be used clearly showing there is no tape, tacky, or any banned substance on it (must be in accordance with the standards)
   • All gear needs to stay in camera shot during the entire video
4. The athlete needs to weigh their implement using their digital scale
   • This process needs to start with verifying their scale by placing a kettlebell/dumbbell on the scale and showing the scale reading is correct.
   • Next the athlete must put their implement weight on the scale and the scale reading
5. The athlete must then measure and tape a line 8" away from the wall on the floor
   • A tape line should be put on the ground at the 8" line.
   • Feet must be in contact with this line during the attempt.
6. The camera should move back into the correct 90 degree filming angle with the camera positioned at a height that is level with the athlete's shoulders for the challenge attempt.
   • See above for the critical items listed above that must be visible in order for your video to be accepted.
7. When the athlete has lifted the weight into the approved hold position, the timer may start.
8. When the athlete is no longer holding the weight in the approved position the attempt is over and timer stops

• All of the steps above should be done with the camera continuously running for the video to be accepted.
• Failure to show these steps/items could make the video submission subject to rejection at the judges' discretion.