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Re: Which federation is right for me??
Posted By: jim ray (66-188-90-182.dhcp.mdsn.wi.charter.com)
In Response To: Which federation is right for me?? (Jim Cauley)
Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2008, @ 8:36 p.m.
While JT's answer is best in principle, it might be impractical to pay multiple yearly fees and meet fees. (Although many of us do it.)
The feds that offer drug-tested, single-ply competition are:
AAU
ADFPF
NASA
USAPL
WABDL
WNPFAAU is making a comeback, although they hold much fewer meets than others on the list. Tries to emulate the professional, 'Olympic-style' atmosphere.
ADFPF is still a minor player, holding only a few meets a year. However, they are the US affiliate to the WDFPF, which holds International competitions.
NASA has many meets, in most of America, and prides itself on an informal, 'family' atmosphere.
USAPL has many meets, in most of America, and prides itself on a formal, 'Olympic-style' atmosphere. Also the US affiliate to the IPF, which is regarded by many as the pinnacle of International competition.
WABDL offers single-lift competition in only the bench and deadlift. Many meets in plenty of states, and the biggest ones are HUGE. (600+ lifters) No international affiliation, although some come over here.
WNPF is pretty much East of the Mississippi, strong on the Eastern seaboard, with an informal style. No international affiliation, although some come over here.
One person's opinion - hope it helps.
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