SPEC MIX 500: Colo. Masons Battle To See Who Is the Best Bricklayer
The world’s largest and most successful masonry challenge, the SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500, is set to kick off another season. North America’s top masons have prepared all year long for the chance to be named, “World’s Best Bricklayer.” Entering its 19th year, this unique and grueling competition has captured the hearts and mind of people from all over the world.
The SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500 Colorado Regional Series event takes place on September 11th at Summit Brick Company in Lakewood, CO. The competition is designed to test the speed, skill, and stamina of each participant by challenging them to build the best 26-foot-long brick wall, with as few errors as possible, in one hour. Working with their trusted mason tender, the winning bricklayer is determined by a judging panel who subtracts any mistakes from the total number of bricks laid on the wall. The mason with the highest brick count at the end of judging earns a roster spot at the 2021