Fernando Torres Elizalde

March 29, 1951 – September 22, 2022   Fernando, a proud native of Guayaquil, Ecuador, was a force of nature within the powerlifting community, particularly as a deeply passionate and unwavering advocate for the WABDL (World Association of Benchers and Dead Lifters). From 2000 to 2021, his dedication was evident as he tirelessly brought numerous

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Room Reservations for WABDL Big Sky Meet

The deadline for room reservations has been extended! If you would like to make a reservation at the Hilton Garden Inn call Jolene at (406)532-5303 – she is available Monday-Friday from 8am-430pm, if you have any issues getting the correct rate of $159 call Gus at(503)901-1622

BUD DAVIS

Born December 18, 1942, and died January 6, 2025, in Spanish Fork, Utah. Bud pulled an amazing World Record Deadlift of 684lbs one month shy of age 68, weighing 243.  Bud was a stiff legged dead lifter.  He never used his legs.  A dead lifter in their prime doing 800lbs would have a difficult time

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WABDL WORLDS 2025

ALOHA WABDL FAMILY! We are pleased to announce that the applications for WABDL WORLDS 2025 is now open! As a reminder this year WABDL Worlds will be located on the Big Island of Hawaii in Kailua-Kona. ONLINE APPLICATION PAPER APPLICATION 2025 ADULT TEAM ROSTER 2025 TEEN TEAM ROSTER

Gabe Aio

Gabe, a longtime and respected judge at many WABDL meets and a former raw bench presser of 625 pounds, is a dear friend of Gus for nearly 50 years. He is currently facing health challenges and would benefit appreciate your thoughts and prayers

RENE NIELSEN

Born February 26, 1968 in Halifax, Canada. Rene was married to Jeanne Nielsen a member of the WABDL Hall of Fame. He was a San Francisco Police Officer for the last 17 years. San Francisco is probably the toughest cities in the country to be a police officer based on many people I talk to

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WABDL World 2024 T-Shirts

Anyone who would still like to order a t-shirt from World’s 2024 they are still available. Please Contact Gus via phone call/text at 1(503)901-1622 Prices for shits are as follows: 1/$20 2/$30 3/$45 There will be a $10 shipping charge added to your order. ALL ORDERS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY DECEMBER 5TH

WABDL World’s 2024 – Info

We are a few days out from the start of the WABDL World Championships! For those that are not familiar with the Horseshoe Hotel and where the meet and weigh-ins will be, this is for you! Weigh-ins will be held Tuesday through Saturday from 11am to 6pm in the Normandy 1 Ballroom. If you made

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