Stone lifting at Taste of Scotland

What: Stone Lifting Competition-Open division

When: June 20th, 2026, 9AM until complete

Where: Macon County Fairgrounds, 1436 Georgia Rd, Franklin, NC 28734

Events:

1. Stone to shoulder or stone press- Time limit 90 seconds to get as many reps as possible- 1 Point for shoulder and 3 points for press- Stone weight is approximately 194lbs.

2. Ghillie Stone Hold- Athlete will lift and hold both stones for as long as possible- Stone weights are 199lbs and 234lbs

3. Husafell Style Carry-Athlete will pick the stone from the ground and carry for max distance. Once it is dropped the athlete is done. Approximate weight is 270lbs

4. Bavarian Deadlift-Athlete will have 60 seconds to get as many reps with stone as possible. Stone weight is approximately 400lbs

5. Atlas Stone load-Athlete will have 60 seconds to load as many stones over the bar as possible. No tacky or sticky substances.

General Rules:

1. Athletes should wear a kilt and shoes

2. Absolutely no tacky or other sticky substances allowed. You will be disqualified should you attempt to use anything other than chalk.

3. Athlete must wait for down command on events that require it

4. Events and weights are subject to change

5. No refunds after registration