SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - The world’s largest and most exciting masonry challenge, the SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500®, is coming to Sacramento, CA on Oct. 11. The top masons from the territory will grab their levels and trowels to battle for a chance to be named, “California’s Best Bricklayer.”

The 2024 CALIFORNIA SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500 REGIONAL EVENT is one of 22 Regional Series qualifiers being held across North America. The bricklaying battle is designed to test the speed, skill, and stamina of each participant by challenging them to build the highest and best 26-foot-long brick wall in one hour, with as few craftsmanship errors as possible. 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 2025 World Championship taking place in January in Las Vegas during the World of Concrete trade show. Don’t miss your chance to see this world-famous competition up close!

Recognized as the “Super Bowl of Masonry” that draws thousands of spectators cheering on their favorite team. World Championship prizes total more than $125,000 and include a new Silverado 4 x 4 Crew Cab truck, Kubota RTV-X1130, Essick Pro12 Mixer, tools from IQ Power Tools, Stabila, STIHL, and much more.

With workforce development being the primary battle cry for the skilled trades, the SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500 is a tool designed to create awareness and interest needed to entice the next generation of masons. Since its inception in 2003 the BRICKLAYER 500 has served as the masonry industry’s leading resource to recruit craftsmen and women to the craft.

CALIFORNIA REGIONAL SERIES INFORMATION:

WHEN: Oct. 11, 11 a.m.

WHERE: Thompson’s Building Materials, 9297 Jackson Road, Sacramento, CA 95826

LOCAL CONTACTS: Ken Diloreto (801)-809-9502, Robert Tepolt (916)-798-9318

The SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500® Story: Established in 2003 to showcase the skill, pride, and passion of masons across North America, we created the SPEC MIX

BRICKLAYER 500. In the summer of 2002, a couple SPEC MIX sales reps were having an in-depth discussion about all the incredibly talented bricklayers they’ve worked with over the years. The conversation turned to how troubling it is that these amazing craftsmen are rarely recognized or applauded for their skills. The two SPEC MIX “Mudslingers” decided something had to be done, and SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500 was born. Now, after 22 exciting years of establishing what is indisputably the world’s greatest display and test of masonry craftsmanship, the focus of the event evolved into a bigger mission: Workforce development. To capitalize on the energy and momentum of the SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500, the goal is to seek and establish a generation of bricklayers willing to rise-up and claim their spot masonry’s biggest stage. It’s the cornerstone of the masonry industry, and we’re very pleased the SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500 is the greatest masonry promotion ever. For that we thank all the masons and mason tenders that have supported and competed in a Regional Series or World Championship competition.

SPEC MIX® is your national source for high quality, factory produced mortars and grouts that are preblended for the construction industry. SPEC MIX products are precisely engineered to meet ASTM and building code requirements. Projects designed for the installation of brick, CMU, stone, stucco or building repair and restoration, SPEC MIX offers a full line of products packaged in 80 & 3,000-pound bags produced with state-of-the-art batching equipment to ensure quality and consistency from start to finish. For optimal jobsite efficiency, safety, and productivity, we provide contractors with numerous silo material mixing systems that maximize a contractor's cost savings, safety, and profitability. For more information regarding SPEC MIX visit www.specmix.com. For addition information on the Bricklayer 500 event, please email Derek Bloch ([email protected]) or Jeff Farmakes ([email protected]).