Introducing the Monkee Grip Dead Hang Challenge

🐒 Introducing the Monkee Grip Dead Hang Challenge

At Monkee Grip, we’re all about finding fun, simple ways to build real-world grip strength. That’s why we’re launching the Monkee Grip Dead Hang Challenge — and we want YOU to join in!

What is the Monkee Grip Dead Hang Challenge?

It’s simple:
1️⃣ Grab a pair of the level 1 Monkee Grips. (Jute or Black) 
2️⃣ Hang on as long as you can — film and record your max hold time.
3️⃣ Post it on Instagram and Tag @monkeegrips and use #MonkeeGripGames and #MonkeeGripHangChallenge.

🏋️♂️ Format & Structure

• Format: Max hold time using Level 1 Monkee Grips.

• Divisions: Separate leaderboards for Men and Women.

• Duration: One week only — June 22nd to June 28th.

• Submissions: Virtual — post your video on Instagram and tag us, or send it directly to @monkeegrips.

• No entry fee — this challenge is open to everyone!

📋 Entry & Sign-Up

• Who can enter? Anyone!

• How to sign up? Just post your video on Instagram or send it to @monkeegrips. No registration or fees needed.

• Number of competitors: Unlimited — bring your friends!

⚖️ Rules & Judging

Here’s how to make your effort count:

✅ Equipment

• Only Original Monkee Grips may be used.

• Show the grips in the video if submitting virtually.

✅ Grip & Body Position

• Only your hands may touch the grips. No wrapping around your wrists or body.

• Feet and body must remain fully suspended — no touching the ground, walls, or objects.

• Minor swinging is okay, but no kipping, climbing, or “walking” motions.

✅ Start & End Signals

• Start: Feet off the ground and fully supported by the grips.

• End: The moment any part of your body touches the floor, wall, or object.

• Regripping (releasing and re-grabbing) is allowed.

✅ Video & Judging

• Full-body view must be visible the entire time.

• No cuts, edits, or camera movements.

• Longest hang time wins!

✅ Chalk is allowed

• P.S. Our Monkee Grip Liquid Chalk is available and perfect for staying dry during those long hangs!

✅ Disqualification Criteria

• Any body part touches the floor or wall.

• Hand touches the black whipping at the end of the grips.

• Video cuts off part of your body during the hang.

• Evidence of tampering with the footage.

💪 Join the Fun

To enter:
1️⃣ Post your video on Instagram or send it to @monkeegrips.
2️⃣ Tag @monkeegrips and use #MonkeeGripGames and #MonkeeGripHangChallenge.
3️⃣ Optional: add a “team” hashtag like #TeamNinja, #TeamFootball, #TeamHockey, etc.

We’re pumped to see the craziest hang times and highlight some of the most dedicated athletes out there. Ready to put your name on the board? Let’s see how long you can hang!

— Andy at Monkee Grip