My 10 Grizzly Challenges

For those of you unfortunate enough to have never participated in a Grizzly Challenge, I seriously feel bad for you. You think the World Cup is exciting? You thought Game 7 of the NBA finals was entertainment? Well I have news for you! None of these events compare to the spectacle and competitive nature of a Grizzly Challenge. You will never learn more about yourself when you sit in front of a ridiculous amount of food with the one goal of downing it all. Adam Richman would agree.

This year I have taken on two Grizzly Challenges. The first in London which consisted of a large Lamb Doner and Dixie Chicken Meal 8 (Footage to come soon!) and the second in Bremen at the famous Ismet III Doner Stand. Both were successful victories and huge character building moments for myself. Anyone who has participated in one challenge can say the same for themselves.

While I am still young, healthy and in the prime of my eating career, here are ten challenges that I hope to complete before my first heart attack.

And if you have not seen Grizzly Nation: get on that!

1. The Ben Morales Special: 10 Mcdonalds hamburgers/cheeseburgers

When Ben was challenged, he only had 30 minutes to accomplish this brave feat. And he did it outside on the street in front of over 15 screaming fans. This is a true test of endurance as I hear the first 4 to 5 burgers go down without any pain. By the time you begin unwrapping that 8th one, you begin to think that Super Size Me might have been on to something.
Degree of Difficulty: High

2. Fudds or Dudds: 1 Pound Chili Cheese Burger with fries from Fudruckers

I have only conquered the 1 pound burger before and it was a slow and painful process. Throw in the chili cheese and fries and you have something worth talking about. Some strategies include the "John Rametta" which is cutting the burger into quadrants and using precision chewing to take down your food.
Degree of Difficulty: Moderate

3. White Rose System: 3 Breakfast sandwiches from White Rose

Ok so I have actually managed this one during my senior year of high school. While White Rose may be known for those delicious Cali Burgers, one can never underestimate the amazingness of their breakfast sandwiches. My go-to has to be the Bacon Egg and Cheese. The scene was Rob's basement and after pounding through the first two, I could feel my chest caving in as it became nearly impossible to breath. Needless to say, I got all 3 down in about twenty minutes while only shaving off a few years of my life. Hey, I'll take it!
Degree of Difficulty: Moderate

4. The Tandem: 5 Guys Burger and Fries and a Chipotle Burrito

Serious eaters like myself might have noticed that these two restaurants can usually be found in the same complex. The reason: because they are both fucking delicious. To do this, you have to finish one of the items at that restaurant then move on to the next eating establishment and finish off the challenge. I'm sure the walk would be good. The perfect combination one could say.
Degree of Difficulty: High

5. Morning Glory: 5 McGriddles Sandwiches

When McDonalds introduced this sandwich, one might have been skeptical. But come on, who doesn't remember their first McGriddle. In theory you have the perfect breakfast sandwich, now you just have to eat 5 of them. I once had 2 of these plus a breakfast bagel sandwich and I swear that I felt nothing. 5 of these should be no problem (famous last words?)
Degree of Difficulty: Moderate

6. Value Challenge: Take down the Wendy's Super Value Menu

Remember when everything on these menus used to be 1 dollar. Yea neither do I but that's the world we live in. For this, a smorgasbord of cheap Wendy's items or really on any fast food value menu would do. For this one, you would need:
-5 Piece Nuggets
-Crispy Chicken Sandwich
-Double Stack
-Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger
-Value Fries
-One Go Wrap
-Chili
-Value Soda (Yea Refills)

It's funny. This might be one of the more expensive challenges on the list. I'll spare you the Mandarin Oranges
Degree of Difficulty: Moderate

7. These Hallowed Grounds: 3 Grease Truck Sandwiches

I have been able to take down 2 once. But to ingest a third would be the true kicker. Yes we saw Man vs. Food legend Adam Richmond take down 4 and a half in an impressive 45 minutes but we all saw his mistake. His veggie fat cat at the end would doom anyone. I have heard of people talk about doing three, and while this is very possible, this challenge might have the highest probability of immediate death. They need to do something about those awful fries
Degree of Difficulty: High

8. Seafood Special: 3 Fish sandwiches from the 3 giants of Fast Food

This is hard for a couple of reasons. First, you need to locate a Mcdonalds, Wendy's and Burger King in a general vicinity of each other which is tough. Wait nevermind, this is America. Drive for like 5 minutes and you should be good. And while you might have to only eat 3 sandwiches, they might be 3 of the last things you would order at these places. You have the BK Big Fish, the Premium Fish Fillet Sandwich and the classic Filet-O-Fish. Mmmmmm delicious. Ok now this is a fun game: Match the description of each sandwich to its restaurant. Ready....GO!

Hand-cut fillets of North Pacific cod in a crisp Panko crumb breading, served with crisp lettuce and creamy tartar sauce on a warm bun. Now that's a great-tasting catch!

Dive right in. Don’t hesitate, cuz it’s made with light, flaky filet of white fish from the deep, cold waters of the Pacific Ocean and the Bering, Baltic and North Seas. Topped with tangy tartar sauce in a lightly steamed bun. Down you go!

Crisp, golden breaded 4.3-ounce filet, tangy tartar sauce, and fresh lettuce all served on a corn-dusted bun. This sandwich commands attention, and delivers satisfaction. Who are you to resist?
Answers at the bottom.
Degree of Difficulty: Easy/Impossible

9. Thinking Outside the Bun: The Taco's at the Bell

The original Gettin' Grizzly spot. To be honest, there are a million challenges that you could do at this legendary eating establishment but I will leave you with one: The Taco Medley. This consists of downing 5 Tacos (sooooo easy)............in 5 minutes. You have the Crunchy Taco, Soft Taco, Taco Supreme, Soft Taco Supreme and the kicker...the rare Crispy Potato Soft Taco.
Degree of Difficulty: Moderate (Had to put some speed challenges in here.)

10. The Final Domino: Conquer the 5-5-5 deal.

One of the greatest deals ever: 3 medium pizza's with one topping for 5 dollars each from Domino's. If you can take down one of these, you can think about taking on some of these challenges. Anyone who can do the impossible and eat all 3 is a true legend in my book. You think it cant be done? You are probably right.
Degree of Difficulty: High

Good Eats!!!






Answer to disgusting fish challenge

1. Wendy's
2. McDonalds
3. BK