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Weighted Towel Hang World Record
The current WDHC weighted towel hang world record, ranked from video-verified hangs under WDHC rules on the official 1.25 in / 32 mm bar.
24.0s @ +135 lbIsaac Valdez · United States
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Top 2
| # | Athlete | Record | Date | Video |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Isaac Valdez | 24.0s @ +135 lb | 2026-08-31 | Watch |
| 2 | Joseph Guerrero | 18.0s @ +105 lb | 2026-08-27 | Watch |
How this record is judged
Ranked by WDHC weighted score: 1 point per lb of added weight plus 1 point per second held (3 second minimum). Every entry is a verified WDHC hang reviewed on video. Only adult (18+) athletes are listed here.
Two towels of similar length draped over a regulation bar. One towel per hand. Grip the towel, not the bar. Plus external load visible on camera. No stirrup knots. Board ranks by hang time.
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