The Frame Carry event in strongman competitions requires athletes to lift and carry a massive frame, typically resembling a large rectangular structure with handles, over a designated distance. Contestants hoist this weighted frame and carry it in a manner that challenges their grip strength, upper body power, and overall stability. The frame carry showcases competitors’ ability to handle and transport unwieldy objects, testing both physical strength and mental resilience as they navigate the course, making it a thrilling and demanding spectacle within strongman competitions. The frame can also be used as a deadllift variation for reps or a hold for time.
FRAME CARRY: (MAX DISTANCE)
- One attempt for max distance.
- No time limit. Once the implements are dropped the attempt is finished.
- The course may be straight or have turns.
- Frame Implement: May come in various designs. Handles should be between 1¼” to 1 ½” in diameter and un-knurled. Handle height should be between 15” and 18” from the floor to the bottom of the handles.
- The implements start with the front of the implement or the front plate on the starting line. Measurements are taken from the back of the implement or from the back plate of the implement that is farthest back.
- No excessive sliding will be permitted. Distance will be measured from point of contact, not where implements slide to.
- Equipment Allowed: Belt, Chalk, Knee wraps or sleeves, wrist wraps,
- Equipment NOT Allowed: Tacky, lifting straps or hooks.
FRAME CARRY: 100 FT STRAIGHT COURSE
- One attempt.
- 100’ straight course.
- There may be a 60 second time limit.
- You may set the implements down once throughout the course. On the second set down distance will be measured.
- Frame Implement: May come in various designs. Handles should be between 1¼” to 1 ½” in diameter and un-knurled. Handle height should be between 15” and 18” from the floor to the bottom of the handles.
- The implements start with the front of the implement or the front plate on the starting line. Measurements are taken from the back of the farthest back implement or from the back plate of the implement that is farthest back.
- Time will stop when the whole implement or back plate of the farthest back implement crosses the finish.
- No excessive sliding will be permitted. Distance will be measured from point of contact, not where implements slide to.
- Equipment Allowed: Belt, Chalk, Knee wraps or sleeves, wrist wraps,
- Equipment NOT Allowed: Tacky, lifting straps or hooks.