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Title: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Ron on December 20, 2017, 11:01:44 PM
Competitor Lists that were announced for the 2018 Arnold Classic in Ohio.

The 30th Annual Arnold Classic, Arnold Classic 212, Arnold Classic Physique, Arnold Men’s Physique, Fitness International, Figure International, Bikini International, Women’s Physique International and Arnold Classic Pro Wheelchair contests will be held March 2-3, 2018 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio.


2018 Arnold Classic Men's Bodybuilding Open Competitor Lists

1. Lionel Beyeke
2. William Bonac
3. Maxx Charles
4. Jonathan De La Rosa
5. Dexter Jackson
6. Steve Kuclo
7. Cedric McMillan
8. Paul Poloczek
9. Shawn Rhoden
10. Luis Rodriguez
11. Fred Smalls
12. Roelly Winklaar
13. Dennis Wolf
14. Hidetada Yamagishi


2018 Arnold Classic Men's Bodybuilding 212lb and Under Competitor Lists

1. Hadi Choopan
2. Gaetano Cisternino Jr.
3. Charles Dixon
4. David Henry
5. Kyung Won Kang
6. Jose Raymond
7. Samir Troudi


2018 Arnold Classic Men's Pro Wheelchair Bodybuilding Competitor Lists

1. Gabriele Andriulli
2. Reggie Bennett
3. Adelfo Cerame Jr.
4. Joshua Foster
5. Harold Kelley
6. Antoni Khadraoui
7. Steven Lister
8. Daniel Minster
9. Johnny Quinn
10. Kyle Roberts

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Ron on December 20, 2017, 11:08:46 PM

2018 Arnold Classic Fitness International Competitor Lists

1. Tiffany Chandler
2. Regiane Da Silva
3. Kristine Duba
4. Kate Errington
5. Ryall Graber
6. Whitney Jones
7. Sally Kendall-Williams
8. Ariel Khadr
9. Becca Sizemore
10. Missy Terwilliger
11. Aurika Tyrgale
12. Bethany Wagner
13. Derina Wilson


2018 Arnold Classic Figure International Competitor Lists

1. Maria Luisa Baeza Diaz
2. Brittany Campbell
3. Heather Dees
4. Cydney Gillon
5. Sandra Grajales
6. Stephanie Hammermeister
7. Ivana Ivusic
8 Candice Lewis-Carter
9. Laurelle Martineau
10. Michele Silva
11. Natalia Soltero
12. Carly Starling-Horrell
13. Bojana Vasiljevic


2018 Arnold Classic Bikini International Competitor Lists

1. Romina Basauldo
2. Tawnya Eubanks
3. Margret Gnarr
4. Tamara Haddad
5. Ashley Kaltwasser
6. Janet Layug
7. Sheena Martin
8. Breena Martinez
9. Justine Munro
10. Katya Nosova
11. Frida Paulsen Stern
12. Elisa Pecini
13. Camile Periat
14. Jessica Renee
15. Jennifer Ronzitti
16. Casey Samsel
17. Angelica Teixeira
18. Ruth Wood
19. Elizabeth Yisrael

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Ron on December 20, 2017, 11:15:42 PM
Press Release -->

Former Champions Cedric McMillan, Dexter Jackson, Dennis Wolf Highlight 30th Anniversary Field at 2018 Arnold Classic

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Cedric McMillan, who won the 2017 Arnold Classic for the biggest victory of his professional career, is one of three former Arnold Classic champions who will do battle at the prestigious contest that celebrates its 30th Anniversary at the 2018 Arnold Sports Festival.

The 2018 Arnold Sports Festival will feature IFBB Pro League contests in a record nine divisions, including Arnold Classic Physique for the first time.
McMillan, five-time champion Dexter Jackson and 2014 champion Dennis Wolf lead a field of 14 professional bodybuilders who will take the stage in Columbus, Ohio for the 30th Annual Arnold Classic on March 3, 2018. Jackson won the Arnold Classic in 2005, 2006, 2008, 2013 and 2015 and holds the event’s record with five titles, one more than Flex Wheeler.

In the Arnold Classic 212, 2017 runner-up David Henry and 2015 champion Jose Raymond headline a field of the seven who will vie for the title. Henry and Raymond, third in Columbus a year ago, will be challenged by Guy Cisternino Jr., fourth here in 2017, and Hadi Choopan, a rising star who finished second to McMillan in the open division at the San Marino Pro in late November.

A new champion will be crowned in the Fitness International with the retirement of four-time champion Oksana Grishina. Most of the top competitors from 2017 return in March, including runner-up Regiane Da Silva, third-place finisher Whitney Jones and Bethany Wagner, who was fourth a year ago.
Candice Lewis-Carter returns to defend her title in the Figure International. Also expected to challenge are Cydney Gillon, the current Figure Olympia winner who finished second here in 2017, and Heather Dees, who was sixth in Columbus a year ago. Angelica Teixeira will defend her title in the Bikini International. Challengers include 2017 third-place finisher Jennifer Ronzitti and Janet Layug, who was fourth here a year ago.

Two-time champion Harold Kelley will try to make it a three-peat in Arnold Classic Pro Wheelchair.

Arnold Classic Physique, Arnold Men’s Physique and Women’s Physique International will feature competitions open to any IFBB Pro League athlete who finished in the top 10 in an IFBB Pro League contest in the past two years. Visit www.arnoldsportsfestival .com for the complete competitor lists.

The Arnold Classic 212, Arnold Classic Physique, Fitness International, Figure International and Women’s Physique International will be held on Friday, March 2, 2018; while the Arnold Classic, Arnold Men’s Physique, Arnold Classic Pro Wheelchair and Bikini International will be held on Saturday, March 3, 2018.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: 20inch calves on December 21, 2017, 08:42:25 AM
Woooooollllllfffff!
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: dan18 on December 21, 2017, 11:36:12 AM
Woooooollllllfffff!
and he will place in the same number hes listed at
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Simple Simon on December 21, 2017, 11:38:47 AM
and he will place in the same number hes listed at

if hes lucky...
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: milone79 on December 21, 2017, 12:37:51 PM
No Kai, No Ramy no care......a bunch of 2nd tier pros easy win for Dexter
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Dan-O on December 21, 2017, 12:42:03 PM
Dex, Bonac and Roelly will be in the mix for top 3.  Sadly, we've come to expect the rest of the guys to not come in shape.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Ronnie Rep on December 22, 2017, 07:02:58 AM
No Brandon Curry, or Sergio Oliva jr.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: chaos on December 22, 2017, 09:40:41 AM
Any recent shots of Wolf?
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Ron on December 25, 2017, 08:21:00 PM
Hopefully some pics of Wolf will come out after the New Year...



Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on December 25, 2017, 08:49:58 PM
Hopefully some pics of Wolf will come out after the New Year...





Not a lot of time so peddle to the metal! I think he will grow into this show and seems to be carrying a lot of lean muscle. Training with a cervical fusion as a pro can be tough especially  legs.

This is from the 15th and have to wish him well he is a great guy. Too bad he rarely got placements he deserved.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Ron on December 28, 2017, 04:18:39 PM
2018 Arnold Classic 'Classic Physique' Competitor List

Armando Aman
Breon Ansley
Santiago Aragon
Isaac Balbi
Lee Banks
RD Caldwell
Ko Chandetka
Garrott Coelho
Marvin Cornejo
Eric Dankwa
Tony Davis
Darnell Ferguson
Roger Ferrer
Kevin Ford
Aaron Futel
Dion Harris
Valentino Harris
Danny Hester
Shavis Higa
Andrew Landis
Jason Lowe
Nhon Ly
Svetozar Milehkovic
Christopher Niemczyk
Courage Opara
Kenneth Owens
Matt Pattison
Panexce Pierre
Arash Rahbar
Sharif Reid
AJ Shukoori
Silvio Toranzo
Kevin Wilson
Dani Younan


2018 Arnold Classic Men's Physique Competitor List

Sunny Akhigbe
Maurice Benton
Travales Blount
George Brown
Steven Cao
Victor Clark
Louis Dominique Corbeil-Fiset
Jacques Dalce, Jr.
Nimai Delgado
Raymont Edmonds
Andre Ferguson
Brenden Floyd
Logan Franklin
Xavisus Gayden
Geder Gomes
Willie Green
Frank Griffin
Henry James
Brandon Hendrickson
Dante Jones
Shawn Labega
Jacques Lewis
Otto Montgomery
Stan Morrison
Michael Mperey
EJ Nduka
Joshua Ohashi
Geobanny Paula
Scott Schulze
Kai Spencer
David Thorpe
Jeffrey Vialu
Long Wu


2018 Arnold Classic Women's Physique Competitor List

Tomefafa Ameko
Michaela Aycock
Marjorie Beck
Karolina Borkovcova
Priscila Cavilha
Cinzia Clapp
Mariko Cobbs
Natalia Coelho
Suzanne Davis
Antoinette Downie
Laura Hays
Shanique Grant
Donna Jones
Dolly Lazarre
Katie Lee
Donna McGinn
Essence Monet
Liz Montalbano
Geraldine Morgan
Kira Neuman
AkaneNigro-Ismeal
Claudia DeLeon Pardo
Jaquita Person
Donna Pohl
Dani Reardon
Joanna Romano
Diana Schnaidt
Leah Sohn
Mikaila Soto
Casey Stone
Ashley Wagner
Brooke Walker
Laura Zuniga
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Fortress on December 28, 2017, 05:16:49 PM
Lists of no-names.

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: chaos on December 28, 2017, 05:57:10 PM
Lets see what Wolf looks like on stage.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: wes on December 28, 2017, 06:03:01 PM
Classic physique blows bb out of the water.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: BSN on December 29, 2017, 12:07:29 AM
No Brandon Curry, or Sergio Oliva jr.

I wonder why.  :-\
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Ron on January 21, 2018, 11:06:11 AM

Ok, booked the flights to Columbus - see you there...
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Ted SuperSet on January 21, 2018, 11:46:21 AM
Ok, booked the flights to Columbus - see you there...

See you there.
I am working the otomix booth wil esf, gronk and go4it
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: mphgrove on January 21, 2018, 11:56:05 AM
Here is the issue: I know the names of all the BODYBUILDING entrants and NONE of the Classic or Physique competitors? Is it just that I am old school and eventually these new names will be recognized by all? Or is it the case that, even though these guys are being smarter with their health and there are lots of them, they will continue to be unknown?
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Grenache on January 21, 2018, 03:00:13 PM
Arnold Classic 2018 Competitor List:

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: LurkerNoMore on January 21, 2018, 04:03:49 PM
Dex for the win.

Really Wrinkled edges Bonac for 2nd.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Royalty on January 21, 2018, 04:19:27 PM
Dex for the win.

Really Wrinkled edges Bonac for 2nd.

I think that Bonac is going to show drastic improvements and win this show
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Joe Valentino on January 22, 2018, 02:12:30 AM
Dex, Bonac and Roelly will be in the mix for top 3.  Sadly, we've come to expect the rest of the guys to not come in shape.
"Bonac, youre nobody!"  Not saluted
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on January 22, 2018, 04:18:33 AM
im worried wolf is gonna look like shit. the few pics he posted looked like they were using angles and cropping to hide the fact that he has really regressed.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Dan-O on January 22, 2018, 11:36:04 AM
"Bonac, youre nobody!"  Not saluted

LOL that was laughable.  A better insult for the Lui would have been to shout at William, "je bent lelijk en je moeder kleedt je gek aan!"
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: LurkerNoMore on January 22, 2018, 03:57:23 PM
See you there.
I am working the otomix booth wil esf, gronk and go4it

Cool.  I am over at the CraZee Wear booth.  Drop by ok.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on January 22, 2018, 05:14:16 PM
Luis Rodriguez might surprise a few people.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: tres_taco_combo on January 22, 2018, 08:44:33 PM
can we watch it somewhere online?
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on January 22, 2018, 09:42:53 PM
can we watch it somewhere online?

Looks like it will be streamed here.
http://www.arnoldsportsfestival.com/asftv/
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: 6 Reps on January 22, 2018, 10:30:21 PM
Dex, Bonac and Roelly will be in the mix for top 3.  Sadly, we've come to expect the rest of the guys to not come in shape.

McMillan won last year:

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: be back on January 23, 2018, 10:27:32 AM
Luis Rodriguez might surprise a few people.

he will surprise me if he turns up in shape, looks further than 6 weeks out....
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Ted SuperSet on January 23, 2018, 01:34:33 PM
Cool.  I am over at the CraZee Wear booth.  Drop by ok.

Will do!
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on January 23, 2018, 02:58:56 PM
he will surprise me if he turns up in shape, looks further than 6 weeks out....

Camel crew helped him get the late invitation so coming down from over 300lbs.  Agree but he seems to have fast metabolism.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: milone79 on January 24, 2018, 10:12:06 AM
Camel crew helped him get the late invitation so coming down from over 300lbs.  Agree but he seems to have fast metabolism.

cough cough you mean DNP
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Dos Equis on January 24, 2018, 04:11:25 PM
2018 Arnold Classic 'Classic Physique' Competitor List

Shavis Higa


He is looking good. 
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on January 24, 2018, 11:30:53 PM
cough cough you mean DNP

Anabolic chicken is all that is needed. :D
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Twaddle on January 25, 2018, 05:46:37 AM
It's not looking good for Wolf.  Here he is trying to look relaxed, but obviously flexing.  Also, trying to stand closer to the camera.  My guess is he's not much bigger than the guy standing behind him.   :'(

(https://scontent-dft4-3.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/26229956_1832779333430995_2347836836478069514_n.jpg?oh=1773c349d34607723701736915fc02ac&oe=5AE33261)
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on January 25, 2018, 07:35:29 AM
Yeah... Wolf is going to look like a shell of his former self, sadly.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: stuntmovie on January 25, 2018, 02:35:48 PM
My WILD GUESS on Men's Physique over-all winner goes to Logan Franklin (Texas). All around good guy and US Army Combat Vet.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: mphgrove on January 25, 2018, 03:04:42 PM
My WILD GUESS on Men's Physique over-all winner goes to Logan Franklin (Texas). All around good guy and US Army Combat Vet.

Impressed, somebody who knows the name of a Physique star.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Charlys69 on January 26, 2018, 08:39:37 AM
Yeah... Wolf is going to look like a shell of his former self, sadly.

i believe that he cancel the Show if there is no Chance to get into the top 5. From the latest pics and Clips i am doubt that he can come into this Show like the wolf who won the Arnolds back some years ago. He looses to much of his Standing in the IFBB Pro Division if he cannot reach the AC final. Than it´s better to wait and come back better at a later Show (or retire ?).

The guy Standing after Dennis is a friend of him (Matthias Busse) who worked a Long time for Team-Andro, but quit this "Job" some months ago.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on January 26, 2018, 10:11:32 AM
Looks okay, but like I said they are taking pics at angles that are hiding a lot of his regression.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: stuntmovie on January 26, 2018, 10:59:35 AM
MPH, I met  LOGAN when he was released from active duty (US ARMY) while in discussion with Greg Plitt at one of the past Olympia expos.

It was pretty damn evident that he was going to soon make a name for himself within the NPC/IFBB and Greg offered him a lot of encouragement to do so.

I think he should be doing well at this forthcoming ARNOLD event.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Ronnie Rep on January 27, 2018, 09:08:35 AM
It's not looking good for Wolf.  Here he is trying to look relaxed, but obviously flexing.  Also, trying to stand closer to the camera.  My guess is he's not much bigger than the guy standing behind him.   :'(

(https://scontent-dft4-3.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/26229956_1832779333430995_2347836836478069514_n.jpg?oh=1773c349d34607723701736915fc02ac&oe=5AE33261)
Needs it least another 6 months of gaining back size. He won't make top 6.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Ted SuperSet on January 29, 2018, 01:01:20 PM
Looks okay, but like I said they are taking pics at angles that are hiding a lot of his regression.

DJ looking great as always. Eternal youth!
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: DroppingPlates on January 29, 2018, 01:36:40 PM
DJ looking great as always. Eternal youth!

GH rocks
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Gregzs on January 29, 2018, 08:20:29 PM
Jason Lowe shoulder training for Arnold Classic Columbus

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Grenache on January 31, 2018, 05:31:01 AM
Arnold Classic 2018 Competitor List:



212 Class:
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Gregzs on January 31, 2018, 07:16:57 PM
Samir Troudi 4 weeks out shoulders

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Mate on January 31, 2018, 09:30:06 PM
Will Dennis Wolf match this guy from 2012?

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on February 01, 2018, 06:52:46 AM
No. He looked awful the last year or two he was competing, btw.

Prime Wolf
(http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=147967.0;attach=164534;image)
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: JimmyJam1974 on February 01, 2018, 01:53:07 PM
Did Wolf take some time off? Off the gear for a bit?
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: DroppingPlates on February 01, 2018, 01:58:08 PM
No. He looked awful the last year or two he was competing, btw.

Prime Wolf
(http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=147967.0;attach=164534;image)

It's simply politics that the Sandow went to someone else as a 'gift'..
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on February 01, 2018, 02:03:45 PM
Did Wolf take some time off? Off the gear for a bit?

Needed surgery on his neck. Shrunk.

(http://www.evolutionofbodybuilding.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/dennis-wolf-2016-July.jpg)
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Charlys69 on February 02, 2018, 03:04:45 AM
is this pic really 5 weeks old ? at Oxygen Gym in Kuwait ? (28.12.2017), if, than he rebuilt close to his former mass.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on February 02, 2018, 03:19:19 AM
That pic is encouraging if recent
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Twaddle on February 02, 2018, 07:30:09 AM
That Oxygen Gym pic looks shopped.   :'(
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Gregzs on February 04, 2018, 10:49:38 AM
Kevin Lisak Cheat Meals and Delts

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: DroppingPlates on February 04, 2018, 10:53:09 AM
That Oxygen Gym pic looks shopped.   :'(

I hope it isn't :-\
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Twaddle on February 04, 2018, 11:18:34 AM
I hope it isn't :-\

It appears, that picture is old.  From 2014.   :'(

https://musclemecca.com/showthread.php?t=219482&page=5
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Twaddle on February 04, 2018, 11:20:56 AM
January 2018.   :'(

(https://musclemecca.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=16298&d=1515847548)
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: DroppingPlates on February 04, 2018, 11:44:44 AM
January 2018.   :'(

(https://musclemecca.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=16298&d=1515847548)

Damn, Kevin Levrone made a much better comeback at the age of 52
He should follow the directions from that traffic board
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Ronnie Rep on February 04, 2018, 01:35:42 PM
January 2018.   :'(

(https://musclemecca.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=16298&d=1515847548)
Is Dennis switching to classic?
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: VladimirVersic on February 05, 2018, 04:03:57 AM
"Bonac, youre nobody!"  Not saluted
"You will never be top 6 again".  ;D
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: be back on February 05, 2018, 04:17:49 AM
Damn, Kevin Levrone made a much better comeback at the age of 52
He should follow the directions from that traffic board

 ;D
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Gregzs on February 05, 2018, 07:41:55 PM
Dani Younan 26 Days Out

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on February 05, 2018, 09:47:34 PM
Luis Rodrigues has some pretty crazy peaks.

Look forward to seeing him on stage.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: stuntmovie on February 06, 2018, 08:55:18 AM
Franklin for the win at the Arnold Physique.

Should he add more bodywt and enter Classic in the future?

Is this the new look of bodybuilding? Somewhat similar to the best of the best back in the 70s!

Gotta add that he is a US Army combat vet!

Good luck, Logan!
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Taffin on February 06, 2018, 02:42:44 PM
7 changes...
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Ronnie Rep on February 07, 2018, 09:31:42 AM
Luis Rodrigues has some pretty crazy peaks.

Look forward to seeing him on stage.
Guy has a great physique!
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: DroppingPlates on February 07, 2018, 09:40:56 AM
Franklin for the win at the Arnold Physique.

Should he add more bodywt and enter Classic in the future?

Is this the new look of bodybuilding? Somewhat similar to the best of the best back in the 70s!

Gotta add that he is a US Army combat vet!

Good luck, Logan!

He's got a great frame / physique and I'm pretty sure he does well with some added thickness in the classic class
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on February 09, 2018, 08:20:26 PM
Guy has a great physique!

He does and seems to get very little coverage considering how well he did last year. If his condition is on point he will surprise some people.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on February 09, 2018, 08:39:33 PM
He does and seems to get very little coverage considering how well he did last year. If his condition is on point he will surprise some people.

Isn't that the guy that destroyed Bostin on stage?
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on February 10, 2018, 09:03:34 AM
Isn't that the guy that destroyed Bostin on stage?
  Yes it is.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Gregzs on February 10, 2018, 04:25:47 PM
Return of the King Snake Ep 1

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: 6 Reps on February 10, 2018, 09:37:22 PM
Return of the King Snake Ep 1



I saw Kuclo at the L.A. Fit Expo last month.  He has the biggest, most muscular calves I've ever seen on a human being.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: The Scott on February 11, 2018, 12:23:15 PM
Return of the King Snake Ep 1



*SNICKER*  What it takes is taking drugs.  Lots and lots of drugs.  What a maroon that asspuppet is.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on February 11, 2018, 01:59:06 PM
*SNICKER*  What it takes is taking drugs.  Lots and lots of drugs.  What a maroon that asspuppet is.

I still can't believe he gave being a fireman/emt for the dysfunctional fitness industry.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Wiggs on February 11, 2018, 02:57:40 PM
What's the prize money for 1st place in the open?
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on February 11, 2018, 03:08:39 PM
What's the prize money for 1st place in the open?

Probably in the same range.
2017 Arnold Classic Results

Cedric McMillan, $130,000
Dallas McCarver, $75,000
Maxx Charles, $50,000
Lionel Beyeke, $30,000
Juan Morel, $15,000
Fouad Abiad, $10,000

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Wiggs on February 11, 2018, 07:56:50 PM
Probably in the same range.
2017 Arnold Classic Results

Cedric McMillan, $130,000
Dallas McCarver, $75,000
Maxx Charles, $50,000
Lionel Beyeke, $30,000
Juan Morel, $15,000
Fouad Abiad, $10,000



Thanks Walt. Back in 96 the top prize was 100k. Today with it being 130k it hasn't even kept up with the rate of inflation. It would need to be 160k today to equal the 100k back in 96.  :-X
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: The Scott on February 11, 2018, 08:01:58 PM
I still can't believe he gave being a fireman/emt for the dysfunctional fitness industry.

Yeah. Dude's a disillusioned 'tard. 

In the fruitness industry in which he has chosen to "work", someone with his qualifications should have no trouble finding a power-bottom job in either the schmoe service or ice machine industries.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: stuntmovie on February 12, 2018, 07:20:49 PM
WIGGS / WALT, Here is the prize money for the 2017 Arnold physique. I assume it's the same for this year unless someone on this board can povide an update.

This is a cut and paste .... so the winners are included ....

Ryan Terry, $5,000
Andre Ferguson, $2,000
Brandon Hendrickson, $1,500
George Brown, $1,000
Jeremy Potvin, $1,000
Raymont Edmonds, $500

It doesn't seem like much, but at least it's a start.

Now to find some Classic prize money info but the search engine has a difficult time searching the 'Arnold Classic classic' terminology.

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: be back on February 13, 2018, 01:07:04 AM
WIGGS / WALT, Here is the prize money for the 2017 Arnold physique. I assume it's the same for this year unless someone on this board can povide an update.

This is a cut and paste .... so the winners are included ....

Ryan Terry, $5,000
Andre Ferguson, $2,000
Brandon Hendrickson, $1,500
George Brown, $1,000
Jeremy Potvin, $1,000
Raymont Edmonds, $500

It doesn't seem like much, but at least it's a start.

Now to find some Classic prize money info but the search engine has a difficult time searching the 'Arnold Classic classic' terminology.



after the tax man has had his cut then that's pretty lame.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on February 13, 2018, 09:10:29 AM
after the tax man has had his cut then that's pretty lame.

212 a little better but still..

2017 Arnold Classic 212 Results and Prize Money

Ahmad Ashkanani, $22,000
David Henry, $10,000
Jose Raymond, $6000
Guy Cisternino, $4000
Zane Watson, $2000
Hidetada Yamagishi, $1000

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: stuntmovie on February 13, 2018, 09:38:18 AM
WALT/BeBack, I think that most of us would possibly agree that the Physique competitor victors are 'underpaid' compared to the Bodybuilder dudes and even the CLASSIC victors.

Can anyone offer any valid opimions/reasons why this is so and any idea when these Physique/Classic monetary awards will possibly increase?

Or is it possible that there is just too damn many competitors within Physique/Classic that the need to enlarge the "carrot" just ain't necessary?

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: be back on February 13, 2018, 02:17:19 PM
WALT/BeBack, I think that most of us would possibly agree that the Physique competitor victors are 'underpaid' compared to the Bodybuilder dudes and even the CLASSIC victors.

Can anyone offer any valid opimions/reasons why this is so and any idea when these Physique/Classic monetary awards will possibly increase?

Or is it possible that there is just too damn many competitors within Physique/Classic that the need to enlarge the "carrot" just ain't necessary?



schmo post outed...
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: DroppingPlates on February 14, 2018, 10:22:28 AM
212 a little better but still..

2017 Arnold Classic 212 Results and Prize Money

Ahmad Ashkanani, $22,000
David Henry, $10,000
Jose Raymond, $6000
Guy Cisternino, $4000
Zane Watson, $2000
Hidetada Yamagishi, $1000



They look better than most of the open class guys, so that price money is a complete joke :-\
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: old-school-lifter on February 15, 2018, 08:41:31 PM
the open is the strongest in years

Bonac or RHodent shld win based on the O placings but would not be surprised if Dexter gets a gift

Wolf is done

I heard a rumor Levrone is doing the AC Australia??
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Charlys69 on February 17, 2018, 09:12:19 AM
i read today that Rhoden is out.....stomach problems and bleedings.....Rhoden also is a + 40 Athlete. Sounds not good.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: DroppingPlates on February 17, 2018, 09:24:19 AM
i read today that Rhoden is out.....stomach problems and bleedings.....Rhoden also is a + 40 Athlete. Sounds not good.

Wow, is that inside information? Due excessive oral intake?
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: be back on February 18, 2018, 07:04:22 AM
Wow, is that inside information? Due excessive oral intake?

bruised throat?
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: LurkerNoMore on February 18, 2018, 12:01:34 PM
The Arnold has become the same at the IronMan, NY Pro, Toronto whatever...   the 3rd tier shows full of 4th tier competitors.   Weak ass line up for a few years now.  Only Dex brings any type of star power to it now.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: The Scott on February 18, 2018, 02:28:09 PM
i read today that Rhoden is out.....stomach problems and bleedings.....Rhoden also is a + 40 Athlete. Sounds not good.

"Athlete"  *SNICKER*  As if Rhodent were one. ;D
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Gregzs on February 18, 2018, 08:31:40 PM
Steven Cao 18 Days out of Arnold Classic

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: 6 Reps on February 18, 2018, 11:52:58 PM
Roelly 2 weeks out:
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on February 19, 2018, 04:18:31 AM
Roelly 2 weeks out:

Bathroom lighting; nothing new.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Taffin on February 19, 2018, 12:41:42 PM
bruised throat?


Hahahhaa!!  Took me a couple of seconds, then legit LOL  ;D
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: DroppingPlates on February 19, 2018, 12:47:41 PM
Roelly 2 weeks out:

Would love to be that mirror...
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: 6 Reps on February 19, 2018, 09:16:27 PM
Nick's (Strength and Power) predictions; he has Dexter for the win:

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Charlys69 on February 20, 2018, 09:11:54 AM
so he seen all Top-Athletes in the last days ?


Dexter is always a Top 3 Candidate. But guys like "still growing" Roelly Winklaar, William Bonac, or even Cedric can beat him on a good day....Cedric was awalys "off" at the Olympia but tje last 2 Arnolds he "delivered". When Rhoden is out, These are my top 4 Athletes for the upcoming Arnolds. But it would be great if Dexter will win, and than retire.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Twaddle on February 20, 2018, 02:29:54 PM
I truly hope Wolf doesn't compete.  He currently looks to be about 220 lbs.    :'(

(https://s17.postimg.org/kv9nk2bv3/image.png)
(https://s17.postimg.org/gywbo2ylb/image.png)
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Ronnie Rep on February 21, 2018, 05:51:09 AM
I truly hope Wolf doesn't compete.  He currently looks to be about 220 lbs.    :'(

(https://s17.postimg.org/kv9nk2bv3/image.png)
(https://s17.postimg.org/gywbo2ylb/image.png)
Heard he's en terimg claasic.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on February 21, 2018, 06:44:23 AM
Heard he's en terimg claasic.

That'd be an interesting surprise.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: DroppingPlates on February 21, 2018, 09:34:41 AM
I truly hope Wolf doesn't compete.  He currently looks to be about 220 lbs.    :'(

(https://s17.postimg.org/kv9nk2bv3/image.png)
(https://s17.postimg.org/gywbo2ylb/image.png)

 :'(
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Gregzs on February 21, 2018, 05:42:56 PM
Hafthor Bjornsson

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Gregzs on February 21, 2018, 07:23:25 PM
Luke Sandoe Prep for Arnold Classic Australia

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: stuntmovie on February 22, 2018, 09:35:39 AM
Someone someplace up above stated that he was not familiar with anyone entering the men’s classic nor the men’s physique.

That’s most likely true for the majority of GetBiggers, but I suspect that it is NOT due to the non-interest of physique and classic competitions  …. but simply due to the fact that such events are relatively new and are filled with so many newly awarded pros nowadays.

And those pro numbers will continue to increase making it almost impossible to know who’s who and what’s what within these new divisions.

I find such events to only be of interest if I have met or know one or more of the competitors.

Otherwise it can be a yawn-fest.

I’ve known  Danny Hester for a good number of years and I met and talked with Logan Franklin (also a vet) before he got involved in this game … so at present that is the extent of my interest in either physique and classic ...... other than its organizational aspect and worldwide growth.

Regardless … these events will continue to grow even though we are ignorant of the  'who’s who and what’s what' part of the game.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Gregzs on February 23, 2018, 06:23:20 PM
Hidetada Yamagishi Shoulder workout with Milos Sarcev

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Gregzs on February 23, 2018, 07:35:18 PM
Paul Martin 1 Week out

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Gregzs on February 23, 2018, 08:28:56 PM
Jonathan De La Rosa 1 Week Out

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on February 24, 2018, 03:02:08 PM
Wolf update
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Gregzs on February 25, 2018, 08:17:24 AM
Steven Cao 8 Days Out Chest Workout

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Gregzs on February 25, 2018, 09:01:37 AM
Paul Poloczek 5 Weeks Out Legs Workout with Dennis Reinhold

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: tres_taco_combo on February 25, 2018, 07:15:44 PM
Roelly 2 weeks out:

roelly, just looks like he gets better pumps than everyone else
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Joe Valentino on March 01, 2018, 06:31:50 AM
Today is Thursday, no updates on the contest, press conference pics or something?
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: stuntmovie on March 01, 2018, 08:53:06 AM
Joe, try RXmuscle.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Mitch on March 01, 2018, 09:35:17 AM
I'm watching the bikini contest before the strongmen. All roided chicks, shoulders wider than Heath, ugly mugs, no asses, deformed faces, large chins, huge foreheads, most of them are balding. Fuck that noise! Bring back the fitness hotties from the 80's.  >:(
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on March 01, 2018, 10:29:08 AM
http://www.arnoldsportsfestival.com/asftv/#
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: DroppingPlates on March 01, 2018, 10:52:17 AM
http://www.arnoldsportsfestival.com/asftv/#

That page is slower than Wes riding a horse. Their YT page is much faster ->
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on March 01, 2018, 10:55:00 AM
That page is slower than Wes riding a horse. Their YT page is much faster ->


Oh it opens right up for me with no buffering etc. Thanks for the YT link.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: DroppingPlates on March 01, 2018, 11:06:00 AM
Oh it opens right up for me with no buffering etc. Thanks for the YT link.

Their stream works fine, but it takes a long time before all the embedded vids are loaded.
Though I appreciate these live streams, it would be neat if they presented a broadcast schedule. I mean, which Getbigger is interested in the women's fitness class ???
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on March 01, 2018, 01:18:44 PM
Yeah that page almost crashed my browser. They should know better than inundating a single page with that many embeds.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Mitch on March 01, 2018, 01:40:41 PM
Dennis:



Looks small and tired.  :-[
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on March 01, 2018, 01:43:34 PM
Looks small and tired.  :-[

Because he is.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Twaddle on March 01, 2018, 03:12:42 PM
Dennis:

Looks small and tired.  :-[

Damn, arms look tiny.   :'(
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on March 01, 2018, 11:42:46 PM
Steve is actually looking pretty good.  Usually has a round face but looks sunken here.

Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: DroppingPlates on March 01, 2018, 11:54:58 PM
Steve is actually looking pretty good.  Usually has a round face but looks sunken here.



He looks less full, but his conditioning looks better
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on March 02, 2018, 12:01:39 AM
And watch out for the guy that started out by crushing Bostin in his first contest.

Added 25lbs since the Chicago Pro where he placed second (got raped).





He looks less full, but his conditioning looks better

Exactly. Hopefully he won't ruin it.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Mitch on March 02, 2018, 09:28:50 AM
Mens' Classic Physique is disappointing. Some of the contestants already have a big gh gut, some show obvious synthol abuse, most of them have a very shitty genetics and don't know how to hit a pose. I was looking forward to see some arnoldesque old school physiques with good posing, all I saw was a bunch of wannabe junkies with shoulders bigger than their legs. What a pity  :-\
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on March 02, 2018, 09:44:49 AM
Mens' Classic Physique is disappointing. Some of the contestants already have a big gh gut, some show obvious synthol abuse, most of them have a very shitty genetics and don't know how to hit a pose. I was looking forward to see some arnoldesque old school physiques with good posing, all I saw was a bunch of wannabe junkies with shoulders bigger than their legs. What a pity  :-\

The physiques look more thrown together than I expected. Just not the greatest genetics, and lower quality drugs abused at a higher level... we won't get a true "classic" look.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180302/1cf2d1c9c5d8cdd609f03251be637a35.jpg)
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on March 02, 2018, 10:19:36 AM
The physiques look more thrown together than I expected. Just not the greatest genetics, and lower quality drugs abused at a higher level... we won't get a true "classic" look.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180302/1cf2d1c9c5d8cdd609f03251be637a35.jpg)

At the convention center and lighting sucks. Breon is shredded and killing everyone from the back. Arash is staying close.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on March 02, 2018, 10:22:08 AM
Breon a clear exception, definitely tailor made for that division with his structure and smaller size.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: DroppingPlates on March 02, 2018, 10:28:34 AM
Breon a clear exception, definitely tailor made for that division with his structure and smaller size.

Yep, he's like Haney's son
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on March 02, 2018, 10:34:22 AM
Breon a clear exception, definitely tailor made for that division with his structure and smaller size.
He makes Arash look sloppy with a wide waist and oil filled bis.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Mitch on March 02, 2018, 12:24:26 PM
Arnold Strongman Classic about to start  :)

Quote
2018 EVENT SCHEDULE
Friday, March 2

The Bag Over The Bar (3:30-4:45 p.m.)
Competitors will toss bags weighing approximately 50 pounds to more than 100 pounds over a 15-foot high bar. The bags are custom-made by ROGUE Fitness. Event judged on weight and number of times bag successfully tossed over bar.

The Stone Shoulder (4:45-5:30 p.m.)

Saturday, March 3

The Timber Carry (1:45-3:15 p.m.)
Competitors will carry a wooden frame weighing approximately 1,140 pounds up a 35-foot ramp (10.7 meters). Event judged on time and distance. Straps are not allowed. The Timber Carry has been an Arnold Strongman Classic staple since 2002.

The ROGUE Elephant Bar Deadlift (3:15-5:30 p.m.)
Rising bar deadlift with a minimum starting weight of 749 pounds. The event features the ROGUE Elephant Bar, which is much longer an a regulation Olympic bar. Competitors have 30 seconds per attempt. Event judged on weight.

Appolon's Wheel (Approximately 9 p.m.)

NOTE: First four events will be held on Arnold Fitness EXPO Stage. Final event in Battelle Grand in conjunction with Arnold Classic Finals.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Nether Animal on March 02, 2018, 12:47:38 PM
He makes Arash look sloppy with a wide waist and oil filled bis.

Seriously, wtf with the biceps there?
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: WalterWhite on March 02, 2018, 03:52:51 PM
Seriously, wtf with the biceps there?

Did you watch Bostin's video with the pro Nick Trigili?  Seems a lot of pro's use oil and his looked over filled with no peak.
Title: Re: 2018 Arnold Classic - Competitor Lists
Post by: Gregzs on March 13, 2018, 06:25:41 PM
Carlton Loth 9 Days Out of Arnold Australia