Jim Smith, of the Diesel Crew, has announced the Global Grip Challenge 2004, so if you're a grip strength guy, here you go.

Scheduled for September 18th in Wysox, Pennsylvania, "The contest will feature the 'Best of the Best," including today's top grip strength athletes, along with rising grip stars.

All facets of grip will be tested in this grueling one-day event.  Contest events will be: Grippers, Rolling Thunder®, Vertical Bar, 2-Hand Plate Pinch and Short Bending.

Prizes and trophies will be given out to the top 6 place finishers with cash prizes going to the winners of the Special Events after the contest.  'You Want It...Come and Get It.'  Please see Diesel Crew's website for details."