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Central Maine Strongman Returns for its 17th Go Round!

On 4.17.27, CMS 17 will shake Augusta once again! Not just with explosive lifts, colossal carries and RAW GRIT, but with the kind of dedication that only comes from athletes who love this sport and a community that refuses to let it fade. 

Around here, Strongman is a tradition.

Thank you for considering CMS 17 as a part of your competitive schedule!

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As always, CMS is a fundraising event in 2027 we will once again be giving back to local Youth Sports Program, Maine Dog Rescue Organization and The My Father's Eyes Mission in Zambia, Africa.

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CMS 17 DETAILS. 

USS MEMBERSHIP

All athletes are required to have a current United States Strongman (USS) membership to compete. Please do not wait until the last minute to purchase or renew your membership. Also, if you are renewing an existing membership, PLEASE be sure to use the SAME email as you did when you originally signed up for a membership. If you use a different email address, it won't show up in Iron Podium when you are checked in on the day of comp.

• April 17th, 2027 @ GEvolution Fitness, in Augusta, Maine.

NOTE: (located behind the yellow Days Inn. Brown warehouse building. Left Side of Structure. Parking available in front of GEvo, upper lot or overflow lot up the block on the left. DO NOT PARK AT HOTEL.

• This is a United States Strongman Sanctioned Event....sooooo please no SC/OSG shirts.
• Top 3 in each class qualify for the 2027 USS Nationals.
• Weigh-ins at GEvolution: Friday 4/16/27. 2pm - 7pm.  Comp day 4/17/27 -  7am-8am.

NOTE: If an athlete does not make weight during PM weigh in, additional morning weigh-in is available.

• All competitors must be weighed in by 8:00am. No Exceptions.
• After 8:00am, if the athlete is not officially weighed in, the athlete will NOT be able to compete.
• 8:00'ish AM - Hands on implement warmups begin.
• 8:30'ish AM - Athlete Rules Meeting.
• Competition begins at 9:00am oooooooooooor at the conclusion of the Athlete Rules Meeting.
• Podium ceremony at conclusion of competition. Please consider sharing this time whether you are on the podium or not. Awards for Top 3 in each class.
• Spectators Fee:  $7 Minimum Donation

HOTEL: 

Hampton Inn Augusta

388 Western Ave. 

Augusta, ME 04330   

207.622.4077

SPORTS TEAM CORPORATE RATE:

DETAILS TO COME as of 2/17/2026

Located directly across the street from the competition venue. Walking Distance. Rooms available at a courtesy 20% discounted rate:

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CMS 17 EVENTS:

AXLE CLEAN + PRESS for MAX REPS

• 60 seconds max time limit.
• Axle begins on the floor / crash pad.
• Athlete begins with Hands OFF.
• To begin, the judge gives the “Go” or "Begin" command.
• Athletes are required to Clean and Press Every Rep.
• Athletes cannot rest axle on belts. This will not count as a successful rep.
• Athletes cannot rest axle on their HEAD. (seriously) This will not count as a successful rep.
• Judge gives a “Down” command when the athlete has pressed the axle overhead with elbows locked out. Athlete must be in control of axle, standing straight up with squared feet.
• Athletes must wait for the “Down” command from the judge for lift to be successful.
• Strict Press, Push Press, Push Jerk, Split Jerk - All Acceptable.
• The Axl cannot be dropped from the overhead position. It must be lowered under control and guided to the floor. NO TREE TOPPING.
• Dropping from the OHD position will result in a ZERO for the event and potentially expulsion from the competition.  Please respect the equipment.
• If an athlete has an issue locking out elbows, it is the athlete's responsibility to notify the judge BEFORE event starts.
• EQUIPMENT ALLOWED: One soft belt, one hard belt, knee +/or elbow sleeves, wrist wraps, chalk, grip shirts. NO TACKY OF ANY KIND (jar, spray, towel, any of it) NO GLOVES. NO SUITS.

5 LEVER DEADLIFT

• Never heard of it? Just You tube, "5 Lever Deadlift."
• 60 seconds max time limit to lift and complete the lever ladder deadlifts. 5 in total.
• Athlete begins with Hands ON implement.
• To begin, the athlete receives a “Go” command from the judge.
• Athletes will have one handle they will attach handle and un-attach the handle each time.
• ******Straps are NOT ALLOWED in this event.
• Time stops once athlete has locked out the final rep of the deadlift. Split time will be taken on the 3rd rep completion.
• EQUIPMENT ALLOWED: One soft belt, one hard belt, knee +/or elbow sleeves, wrist wraps, chalk. NO TACKY OF ANY KIND (jar, spray, towel, any of it) NO LIFTING HOOKS. NO DEADLIFT SUITS. NO FIGURE 8's, NO LIFTING STRAPS.

HERCULES HOLD

• You have ONE job. STRONGEST, the LONGEST.
• Athlete begins with HANDS ON implements.
• Athlete will receive a "Competitor Ready."
• Time begins when weights are tensioned.
• Time ends when athlete releases handles.
• One handle per hand.
• How thick is the handle? I don't know. Train your grip, period.
• EQUIPMENT ALLOWED: One soft belt, one hard belt, knee +/or elbow sleeves, 1 set of wrist wraps, chalk. NO TACKY OF ANY KIND (jar, spray, towel, any of it) NO GLOVES.

WARHORSE CARRY MEDLEY

The war horse carries courage into the battle it was built for.

• 7 Implements. Keg, Gas Cans, Log, Iron Cross, Atlas Stone, Farmer Handles, Heavy Yoke
• NO DROPS ALLOWED. A Warhorse couldn't drop its steel.
• Athlete Begins with HANDS OFF implement 1.
• Implements begin in vertical line in order as above. That IS the order.
• Athlete carries ONE implement 25 feet, puts it down, runs back 25 feet, picks up next implement, repeat.
• Medley ands when the tip of HEAVY YOKE crosses the finish line.
• 120 second time limit. We WANT you to finish.
• Total distance 325 feet. (1 football field + 25 feet)
• FASTEST TIME wins, distance also measured if drop occurs.
• Carry it HOWEVER you want.
• EQUIPMENT ALLOWED: One soft belt, one hard belt, knee +/or elbow sleeves, grip shirt, wrist wraps, chalk.  NO TACKY OF ANY KIND (jar, spray, towel, any of it) NO GLOVES.

ATLAS STONE LOAD SERIES (it wouldn't be a CMS without this event)

• 60 seconds max time limit.
• Goal? Do it the fastest. Can’t do it? Number of stones lifted and split time will be recorded.
• Descending load height. Ascending stone weight.
• Stones start aligned with platform height that they will be loaded on.
• Stones must be lifted in order from lightest to heaviest.
• Athlete begins with HANDS OFF, however prior to start, athlete can situate stones.
• To begin, the athlete receives a “Go” command from the judge.
• Platform heights are roughly 60", 56", 52", 48", 44"
• Stone MUST be fully loaded and secured before moving to the next stone. Throwing stone without securing it will result in a zero in the event.
• EQUIPMENT ALLOWED: One soft belt, one hard belt, knee +/or elbow sleeves, grip shirts, wrist wraps, stone forearm wraps, equine wrap, chalk, tacky (jar, spray, towel, any of it) NO SUITS. NO GLOVES.