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Average Guess (748 Votes)
Peak: 7ft 0.06in (213.5cm)
Current: 6ft 10.39in (209.3cm)
Peak: 7ft 0.06in (213.5cm)
Current: 6ft 10.39in (209.3cm)
topdweeb26 said on 1/Jun/08
Are wrestling commentators not always in on the billed heights and weights or something? I was watching a match of the loser/jobber Typhoon vs. Bam Bam Bigelow on Youtube. When Typhoon was announced to the ring, the announcer said he was 460 lbs or something like that. Gorilla Monsoon said, "How much did he say Typhoon weighs" and I think it was Mr. Perfect (the best heel ever) said, "460", and Monsoon said, "460? I don't think so." Btw, I think it is kinda funny how you were considered a super heavyweight back then if you weighed over 350 lbs, but now it seems like that is nothing.
Are wrestling commentators not always in on the billed heights and weights or something? I was watching a match of the loser/jobber Typhoon vs. Bam Bam Bigelow on Youtube. When Typhoon was announced to the ring, the announcer said he was 460 lbs or something like that. Gorilla Monsoon said, "How much did he say Typhoon weighs" and I think it was Mr. Perfect (the best heel ever) said, "460", and Monsoon said, "460? I don't think so." Btw, I think it is kinda funny how you were considered a super heavyweight back then if you weighed over 350 lbs, but now it seems like that is nothing.
Rantsrob said on 1/Jun/08
Im gunna highly doubt the the photo was shopped. I've never seen more then 3in between show and kane. Kane is 6'9'' in his boots or perhaps 6'10''. If show is a ligit 7' he would need to be 7'1'' in his boots. Putting Khali around 7'2'' or so in his
Im gunna highly doubt the the photo was shopped. I've never seen more then 3in between show and kane. Kane is 6'9'' in his boots or perhaps 6'10''. If show is a ligit 7' he would need to be 7'1'' in his boots. Putting Khali around 7'2'' or so in his
JT said on 31/May/08
Alex says on 29/May/08
Back to about Big Show. I didn't see ECW last night but I saw pictures and Big Show only looked 3 inches tops taller than Kane. Now 2 years ago Big Show has more 4 inches or a bit more on Kane. Kane in lifts probably?
I did not see the show but from the videos available on YouTube, they never had a face-to-face stare down. The pic on WWE looks like a PhotoShop job, since Kane
Alex says on 29/May/08
Back to about Big Show. I didn't see ECW last night but I saw pictures and Big Show only looked 3 inches tops taller than Kane. Now 2 years ago Big Show has more 4 inches or a bit more on Kane. Kane in lifts probably?
I did not see the show but from the videos available on YouTube, they never had a face-to-face stare down. The pic on WWE looks like a PhotoShop job, since Kane
JT said on 31/May/08
DiBiase was a great heel Click Here but Piper was my favorite. DiBiase had the best laugh hands down.
DiBiase was a great heel Click Here but Piper was my favorite. DiBiase had the best laugh hands down.
Alex2 said on 30/May/08
You know, Its not impossible Bret was 6'0" prime, hes even listed that here, and thats Rob!
You know, Its not impossible Bret was 6'0" prime, hes even listed that here, and thats Rob!
Chris said on 30/May/08
Here are the screen shots from the Piper's Pit (december 1985) with Roddy, Bret Hart and Jim Neidhart. You guys can judge for yourselves:
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Here are the screen shots from the Piper's Pit (december 1985) with Roddy, Bret Hart and Jim Neidhart. You guys can judge for yourselves:
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Ghost said on 30/May/08
Ola,
Tenta measured with his shoes on?! Sumo wrestlers wrestle barefoot! Why on earth would they measure a contestant with their shoes on?? One guy even had an implant planted under the skin of his head just to be tall enough to become a sumo wrestler. That's how strict the rules are. You think they measured Tenta with shoes on? C'mon...
Danimal,
Piper certainly doesn't look anymore than an inch taller than Hart. If there is proof that he was more taller, please provide the pics. I really doubt people who think he was shorter than you think he was automatically hate Piper. I atleast dont' have any strong feelings about the guy. I just call it as I see it.
Ola,
Tenta measured with his shoes on?! Sumo wrestlers wrestle barefoot! Why on earth would they measure a contestant with their shoes on?? One guy even had an implant planted under the skin of his head just to be tall enough to become a sumo wrestler. That's how strict the rules are. You think they measured Tenta with shoes on? C'mon...
Danimal,
Piper certainly doesn't look anymore than an inch taller than Hart. If there is proof that he was more taller, please provide the pics. I really doubt people who think he was shorter than you think he was automatically hate Piper. I atleast dont' have any strong feelings about the guy. I just call it as I see it.
hs2008 said on 30/May/08
Ted Sr. was for a sure an awesome heel. Ted Jr. was listed at 6'2" on his arrest record also, but billed at 6'3" in FCW.
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Ted Sr. was for a sure an awesome heel. Ted Jr. was listed at 6'2" on his arrest record also, but billed at 6'3" in FCW.
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Alex2 said on 30/May/08
Yea, ok Ola, you actually think they would BILLED someone 6'5.75"? Tey are NEVER that accurate unless its OFFICIALY, Shoes my ASS,your ecuses get more lame every day!
Yea, ok Ola, you actually think they would BILLED someone 6'5.75"? Tey are NEVER that accurate unless its OFFICIALY, Shoes my ASS,your ecuses get more lame every day!
Vegas said on 30/May/08
ted dibiase jr made his debut on raw last monday and looked to have at least an inch+ on his dad, ted jr told me he was 6'2 in april 2006, maybe it was camera angle; we will know for sure in the coming weeks, great to see Ted Sr back though what a legend, greatest heel ever imo Click Here
ted dibiase jr made his debut on raw last monday and looked to have at least an inch+ on his dad, ted jr told me he was 6'2 in april 2006, maybe it was camera angle; we will know for sure in the coming weeks, great to see Ted Sr back though what a legend, greatest heel ever imo Click Here
Anonymous said on 30/May/08
hearns looks a legit 6'1 there next to Jerry Brisco who i met in orlando in march and no more than an inch taller than neidhart, now thats a very very interesting find, got any with marty jannetty and neidhart, IIRC frank said jannetty looked 5'11 legit in person
ola; kurt angle was listed at 5'11 in the olympics and mark henry at 6'3 so i am not so sure i would agree that olympics do legit measurements. Sumo i would believe as we know they are measured and weighed and then fight barefoot thus hiding nothing.
K1 and UFC are entertainment. i would also disagree on the football, the last world cup fifa had peter crouch at <6'6; 197cm i believe which is stupid beyond belief, they had beckham listed at 181 or 182cm and crouch is more than 7 inches taller than him Click Here they also had dutch man dirk kuyt at either 184cm or 185cm and they play as teammates for liverpool every week and crouch dwarfs him by far more than 5 inches Click Here
hearns looks a legit 6'1 there next to Jerry Brisco who i met in orlando in march and no more than an inch taller than neidhart, now thats a very very interesting find, got any with marty jannetty and neidhart, IIRC frank said jannetty looked 5'11 legit in person
ola; kurt angle was listed at 5'11 in the olympics and mark henry at 6'3 so i am not so sure i would agree that olympics do legit measurements. Sumo i would believe as we know they are measured and weighed and then fight barefoot thus hiding nothing.
K1 and UFC are entertainment. i would also disagree on the football, the last world cup fifa had peter crouch at <6'6; 197cm i believe which is stupid beyond belief, they had beckham listed at 181 or 182cm and crouch is more than 7 inches taller than him Click Here they also had dutch man dirk kuyt at either 184cm or 185cm and they play as teammates for liverpool every week and crouch dwarfs him by far more than 5 inches Click Here
JT said on 30/May/08
Frank, you
Frank, you
Danimal said on 29/May/08
Vegas says on 28/May/08
Danimal says on 27/May/08
A 1980's Piper had more than 1" on Bret. At least 2-3". Piper lost some serious height some time in the 90's (MAJOR surgeries)..
that video JT posted is from early 1987 and piper has no 3 inches on hart, not even an inch, same as 1992
There're your hatred for Piper again. Bret was MAX 5'11" and Piper was minimum 6'1". He had spinal surgery AND hip replacement and with all that, he is down to Bret's height TODAY.
Vegas says on 28/May/08
Danimal says on 27/May/08
A 1980's Piper had more than 1" on Bret. At least 2-3". Piper lost some serious height some time in the 90's (MAJOR surgeries)..
that video JT posted is from early 1987 and piper has no 3 inches on hart, not even an inch, same as 1992
There're your hatred for Piper again. Bret was MAX 5'11" and Piper was minimum 6'1". He had spinal surgery AND hip replacement and with all that, he is down to Bret's height TODAY.
Anonymous said on 29/May/08
big show has a good 4.5 to 5 inch height advantage over kane.
big show has a good 4.5 to 5 inch height advantage over kane.
Alex2 said on 29/May/08
Ola, no disrespect but please explain why Tenta was OFFICIALY measured as 6'5.75" in Sumo, and come on the guys looks it! Yea id also say 6'0 give or take for piper.
Ola, no disrespect but please explain why Tenta was OFFICIALY measured as 6'5.75" in Sumo, and come on the guys looks it! Yea id also say 6'0 give or take for piper.
Alex said on 29/May/08
Back to about Big Show. I didn't see ECW last night but I saw pictures and Big Show only looked 3 inches tops taller than Kane. Now 2 years ago Big Show has more 4 inches or a bit more on Kane. Kane in lifts probably?
Back to about Big Show. I didn't see ECW last night but I saw pictures and Big Show only looked 3 inches tops taller than Kane. Now 2 years ago Big Show has more 4 inches or a bit more on Kane. Kane in lifts probably?
Frank said on 29/May/08
Topdweeb believe me Neidhart was no 5ft 11 because i was looking down@ him when we were speaking and these guys probably wore lifts in there Wrestlng boots and i will still say he was 5ft9.5 to 5ft 10
Topdweeb believe me Neidhart was no 5ft 11 because i was looking down@ him when we were speaking and these guys probably wore lifts in there Wrestlng boots and i will still say he was 5ft9.5 to 5ft 10
Alex said on 29/May/08
I am not too sure on how tall Piper was back then. Gave around a 6'0 tall impression.
I am not too sure on how tall Piper was back then. Gave around a 6'0 tall impression.
Jason said on 29/May/08
I always said 6'1''-6'2'' peak for Piper was rubbish -- 6'0'' at most.
I always said 6'1''-6'2'' peak for Piper was rubbish -- 6'0'' at most.
Chris said on 28/May/08
Hey guys -
I will post photos of Roddy, Bret and Jim from a Piper's Pit from December 1985. Either Bret wasn't wearing lifts at the time or Roddy has lost some serious height...but he was a few inches taller than Bret. I will look up the video today.
Hey guys -
I will post photos of Roddy, Bret and Jim from a Piper's Pit from December 1985. Either Bret wasn't wearing lifts at the time or Roddy has lost some serious height...but he was a few inches taller than Bret. I will look up the video today.
topdweeb26 said on 28/May/08
Frank, I agree with you, Hart definitely looks taller in that video than Niedhart.
Frank, I agree with you, Hart definitely looks taller in that video than Niedhart.
KingNick said on 28/May/08
I think Piper was probably about 6' at peak and around 5'10" now. Wasn't he 2" taller than a 5'10" Mr. T?
I think Piper was probably about 6' at peak and around 5'10" now. Wasn't he 2" taller than a 5'10" Mr. T?
MK said on 28/May/08
JT says on 27/May/08
Neidhart and Hart were both around the same height (probably 5'11") Click Here If Neidhart's 5'9", Piper's 5'10". Neidhart had Owen Hart (around 5'9") by 2 inches. With his flat top and fireplug build, he does not seem as tall as he really is.
So Piper was a definite 6'0'' peak yes?, yet today looks barely 5'10'', hence a 2'' height loss, surely this will serve as proof to anyone who doubts this could befall a much larger individual such as Haystacks, Hogan, Andre etc.
JT says on 27/May/08
Neidhart and Hart were both around the same height (probably 5'11") Click Here If Neidhart's 5'9", Piper's 5'10". Neidhart had Owen Hart (around 5'9") by 2 inches. With his flat top and fireplug build, he does not seem as tall as he really is.
So Piper was a definite 6'0'' peak yes?, yet today looks barely 5'10'', hence a 2'' height loss, surely this will serve as proof to anyone who doubts this could befall a much larger individual such as Haystacks, Hogan, Andre etc.
Vegas said on 28/May/08
Danimal says on 27/May/08
A 1980's Piper had more than 1" on Bret. At least 2-3". Piper lost some serious height some time in the 90's (MAJOR surgeries)..
that video JT posted is from early 1987 and piper has no 3 inches on hart, not even an inch, same as 1992
Danimal says on 27/May/08
A 1980's Piper had more than 1" on Bret. At least 2-3". Piper lost some serious height some time in the 90's (MAJOR surgeries)..
that video JT posted is from early 1987 and piper has no 3 inches on hart, not even an inch, same as 1992
Danimal said on 27/May/08
A 1980's Piper had more than 1" on Bret. At least 2-3". Piper lost some serious height some time in the 90's (MAJOR surgeries)..
A 1980's Piper had more than 1" on Bret. At least 2-3". Piper lost some serious height some time in the 90's (MAJOR surgeries)..
Frank said on 27/May/08
JT, Hart looks taller than Neidhart in that video with Piper and i was talking to Neidhart for about 5 minutes and i was a good amount taller than him and im 5ft 11 1/2 and we were both wearing sneakers Hes no 5ft 11 for sure I bet my life on that !!! I best guess is 5ft 9.5 5ft 10 topps but i believe he looked under 5ft 10
JT, Hart looks taller than Neidhart in that video with Piper and i was talking to Neidhart for about 5 minutes and i was a good amount taller than him and im 5ft 11 1/2 and we were both wearing sneakers Hes no 5ft 11 for sure I bet my life on that !!! I best guess is 5ft 9.5 5ft 10 topps but i believe he looked under 5ft 10
JT said on 27/May/08
Neidhart and Hart were both around the same height (probably 5'11") Click Here If Neidhart's 5'9", Piper's 5'10". Neidhart had Owen Hart (around 5'9") by 2 inches. With his flat top and fireplug build, he does not seem as tall as he really is.
Neidhart and Hart were both around the same height (probably 5'11") Click Here If Neidhart's 5'9", Piper's 5'10". Neidhart had Owen Hart (around 5'9") by 2 inches. With his flat top and fireplug build, he does not seem as tall as he really is.
KingNick said on 26/May/08
I gotta agree, I don't think Neidhart is any taller than 5'10". Built like a brick house tho. Anyone see his kid wrestle? She's pretty awesome.
I gotta agree, I don't think Neidhart is any taller than 5'10". Built like a brick house tho. Anyone see his kid wrestle? She's pretty awesome.
Michael W. said on 26/May/08
There is no way that the Big Show is 7 feet tall. Khali who is 7'1 stood atleast 3 inches over Show when they stood face to face a month ago on RAW. That and when Big Show approached Y2J he looked about 1 foot taller than Chris Jericho. If Chris Jericho is 5'9 than Show must be 6'9 or 6'10. I have a friend who is a legit 6'10 without shoes and him and I met Big Show here in Fort Myers about 2 years ago and they stood eye to eye. Can anyone else agree he is not 7'0???
There is no way that the Big Show is 7 feet tall. Khali who is 7'1 stood atleast 3 inches over Show when they stood face to face a month ago on RAW. That and when Big Show approached Y2J he looked about 1 foot taller than Chris Jericho. If Chris Jericho is 5'9 than Show must be 6'9 or 6'10. I have a friend who is a legit 6'10 without shoes and him and I met Big Show here in Fort Myers about 2 years ago and they stood eye to eye. Can anyone else agree he is not 7'0???
Derek said on 26/May/08
Jim Neidhart was about an inch shorter than Bret Hart. Bret was around 5'11", so 5'10"ish makes sense for Neidhart.
Jim Neidhart was about an inch shorter than Bret Hart. Bret was around 5'11", so 5'10"ish makes sense for Neidhart.
Danimal said on 26/May/08
Bret Hart had an inch on Jim Neidhart. Bret was in the 5'10"-5'11" region. Neidhart an inch shorter.
Bret Hart had an inch on Jim Neidhart. Bret was in the 5'10"-5'11" region. Neidhart an inch shorter.
Frank said on 26/May/08
Jason, its true believe me and im Honored i gave a lower height than you :o)
Like i said the tallest Neidhart could be is 5ft 10 but i think he was alittle shorter than that
Jason, its true believe me and im Honored i gave a lower height than you :o)
Like i said the tallest Neidhart could be is 5ft 10 but i think he was alittle shorter than that
Jason said on 26/May/08
Wow ... even I thought Neidhart was 5'11''.
Wow ... even I thought Neidhart was 5'11''.
OOFatman said on 25/May/08
JT, those pics don't depict a whole lot. They are too grainy to decipher much of anything. However, it could be the camera angle, but IMO Show's fibula should be closer to the back of the boot. If you have a lift under your heel it moves your fibula a little higher as well as forward. This is getting rediculous. All I am saying is that on the DVD I have, it definitely appears that he has lifts; grainy pics won't change my mind.
JT, those pics don't depict a whole lot. They are too grainy to decipher much of anything. However, it could be the camera angle, but IMO Show's fibula should be closer to the back of the boot. If you have a lift under your heel it moves your fibula a little higher as well as forward. This is getting rediculous. All I am saying is that on the DVD I have, it definitely appears that he has lifts; grainy pics won't change my mind.
topdweeb26 said on 25/May/08
Big Show: wow, he still looks to be in great shape, especially for his age. I never really thought he was that "big". Like there were a lot of wrestlers more massive than he was. But, he certainly wasn't small, and he definitely had one of the most defined physiques in wrestling history.
Big Show: wow, he still looks to be in great shape, especially for his age. I never really thought he was that "big". Like there were a lot of wrestlers more massive than he was. But, he certainly wasn't small, and he definitely had one of the most defined physiques in wrestling history.
Frank said on 25/May/08
JT, I met Neihhart and he looked 5ft 9 to 5ft 10 i was surprized i was looking down at him but my guess he 5ft 9.5
JT, I met Neihhart and he looked 5ft 9 to 5ft 10 i was surprized i was looking down at him but my guess he 5ft 9.5
Ghost said on 25/May/08
Yep, That sounded pretty desperate there Ola. All of a sudden we can't take any backstage interviews in to account just because Tenta looks easily taller than you say he is.
Yep, That sounded pretty desperate there Ola. All of a sudden we can't take any backstage interviews in to account just because Tenta looks easily taller than you say he is.
JT said on 25/May/08
Ola says on 24/May/08
this backstage interview cant be used to judge height out from(since they're standing on a box)... neither tenta or hogan is this much taller than gene in the RING. we can take off 2 inches right there
Click Here Think before you write:) Tenta wore some really thin-soled boots at that time as well.
Ola says on 24/May/08
this backstage interview cant be used to judge height out from(since they're standing on a box)... neither tenta or hogan is this much taller than gene in the RING. we can take off 2 inches right there
Click Here Think before you write:) Tenta wore some really thin-soled boots at that time as well.
Alex2 said on 25/May/08
Ola says on 24/May/08
this backstage interview cant be used to judge height out from(since they're standing on a box)... neither tenta or hogan is this much taller than gene in the RING. we can take off 2 inches right there
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! Wow you're funny you know that! Wow what a lame excuse, AS IF either of those super heavyweight were standing on a 2" box? HAHAHAHA! You make me laugh soooo hard!
Ola says on 24/May/08
this backstage interview cant be used to judge height out from(since they're standing on a box)... neither tenta or hogan is this much taller than gene in the RING. we can take off 2 inches right there
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! Wow you're funny you know that! Wow what a lame excuse, AS IF either of those super heavyweight were standing on a 2" box? HAHAHAHA! You make me laugh soooo hard!
Big Show said on 25/May/08
topdweeb26 says on 24/May/08
Has anyone heard anything about the Ultimate Warrior returning to wrestling? I heard a rumor about it... will it be WWE?
He's returning, but not in the WWE. His return match is in Barcelona. I doubt he will ever return to the WWE, he hasn't made himself popular with the WWE with his rants against Vince and HHH over the years. However Ultimate Warrior did say he would like to face Vince McMahon in the ring one day.
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topdweeb26 says on 24/May/08
Has anyone heard anything about the Ultimate Warrior returning to wrestling? I heard a rumor about it... will it be WWE?
He's returning, but not in the WWE. His return match is in Barcelona. I doubt he will ever return to the WWE, he hasn't made himself popular with the WWE with his rants against Vince and HHH over the years. However Ultimate Warrior did say he would like to face Vince McMahon in the ring one day.
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Clay said on 25/May/08
How can Big Show have more than a head over a 5'11''/6'0'' guy there yet 6'1.5 Mike reaches his mustache?
How can Big Show have more than a head over a 5'11''/6'0'' guy there yet 6'1.5 Mike reaches his mustache?
MK said on 25/May/08
topdweeb26 says on 24/May/08
Has anyone heard anything about the Ultimate Warrior returning to wrestling? I heard a rumor about it... will it be WWE?
Hell no.
topdweeb26 says on 24/May/08
Has anyone heard anything about the Ultimate Warrior returning to wrestling? I heard a rumor about it... will it be WWE?
Hell no.
JT said on 25/May/08
Big Show and Jim Neidhart, who was listed at 6
Big Show and Jim Neidhart, who was listed at 6
topdweeb26 said on 24/May/08
Has anyone heard anything about the Ultimate Warrior returning to wrestling? I heard a rumor about it... will it be WWE?
Has anyone heard anything about the Ultimate Warrior returning to wrestling? I heard a rumor about it... will it be WWE?
Danimal said on 24/May/08
Kiat says on 24/May/08
Hogan - 6'5" (peak). He clearly looked shorter than Earthquake when compared to Mean Gene.
Today - 6'4"
Lets get something straight. He was TALLER than HBJ in the 1980's, who was taller than Earthquake.
Peak Hogan 6'6"
Today 6'3"-6'3.5"
Kiat says on 24/May/08
Hogan - 6'5" (peak). He clearly looked shorter than Earthquake when compared to Mean Gene.
Today - 6'4"
Lets get something straight. He was TALLER than HBJ in the 1980's, who was taller than Earthquake.
Peak Hogan 6'6"
Today 6'3"-6'3.5"
mike said on 24/May/08
earthquake looked as much as 6,6" imo next to mean gene.the giant clearly had quake my 7-8 inches.
earthquake looked as much as 6,6" imo next to mean gene.the giant clearly had quake my 7-8 inches.
Kiat said on 24/May/08
Hogan - 6'5" (peak). He clearly looked shorter than Earthquake when compared to Mean Gene.
Today - 6'4"
Hogan - 6'5" (peak). He clearly looked shorter than Earthquake when compared to Mean Gene.
Today - 6'4"
Big Show said on 24/May/08
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Here's a match between Big Show and John Tenta from WCW 1996. I've also uploaded Tenta's pre-match interview with Mean Gene. And there's an interesting Hogan segment in between which features Hogan and some celebrities such as George Foreman and Shaquille O'Neal. The close-up segment of Hogan and Shaq is interesting as Shaq only looks 6 inches taller than Hogan (accounting the fact that Shaq is leaning towards Hogan). Hogan must've cowboy boots on. See some of the pics below.
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Here's also a pic of Hogan and Big Show (the quality isn't great) standing side by side in the ring. Big Show is in street clothes there, so don't come up with the lifts excuses here.
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Here's a match between Big Show and John Tenta from WCW 1996. I've also uploaded Tenta's pre-match interview with Mean Gene. And there's an interesting Hogan segment in between which features Hogan and some celebrities such as George Foreman and Shaquille O'Neal. The close-up segment of Hogan and Shaq is interesting as Shaq only looks 6 inches taller than Hogan (accounting the fact that Shaq is leaning towards Hogan). Hogan must've cowboy boots on. See some of the pics below.
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Here's also a pic of Hogan and Big Show (the quality isn't great) standing side by side in the ring. Big Show is in street clothes there, so don't come up with the lifts excuses here.
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JT said on 24/May/08
OOFatman says on 22/May/08
JT, I didn't say his boots had 2" heels. I said that the lifts INSIDE the boots were approximately 2"
OOFatman says on 22/May/08
JT, I didn't say his boots had 2" heels. I said that the lifts INSIDE the boots were approximately 2"
topdweeb26 said on 23/May/08
Alex & Frank: So are we in agreement that if a 7' person was being billed as 7' 4 or 7' 5, then it would make sense that they would wear lifts? I take everything Jason says with a grain of salt. Even Ola gives Big Show 6' 11. I think Jason often just tries to stir up controversy, and at times, just purposely downgrades people for no reason at all.
Alex & Frank: So are we in agreement that if a 7' person was being billed as 7' 4 or 7' 5, then it would make sense that they would wear lifts? I take everything Jason says with a grain of salt. Even Ola gives Big Show 6' 11. I think Jason often just tries to stir up controversy, and at times, just purposely downgrades people for no reason at all.
Danimal said on 23/May/08
Alex says on 23/May/08
But really Andre had 5 inches max on Hogan at WM 3, more likely closer to 4 inches.
Andre was still around 6'11" to me in 1987. Hogan was 6'6", so yeah, 5" makes sense.
Alex says on 23/May/08
But really Andre had 5 inches max on Hogan at WM 3, more likely closer to 4 inches.
Andre was still around 6'11" to me in 1987. Hogan was 6'6", so yeah, 5" makes sense.
Alex said on 23/May/08
But really Andre had 5 inches max on Hogan at WM 3, more likely closer to 4 inches.
But really Andre had 5 inches max on Hogan at WM 3, more likely closer to 4 inches.
KingNick said on 22/May/08
I'm not sure if Big Show lost height. I think like Andre his posture deceives it to looking like he has. For example, my cousin is 6'1". I'm 5'10.5". When he stood next to me, there only looked like a 1" difference. Then his mother yelled at him to, "Stand up straight!" and he did, THEN you could see the larger difference. I think it's the same case with Big Show and most tall wrestlers who've been around for a long time. Big Show may very well be 6'9.5" or so with bad posture, but if he were to actually stand up straight he's probably 6'11" to 7' (I think 6'11"). Even in this pic here Click Here he's not wearing any ring gear but he still can't stand completely straight as he could ten years earlier.
JT, sorry buddy, but Show's shoes in 1996 look like they give a boost to me. 2"? I dunno if I'd go that far, but I would say 1.5" compared to that other pic you got from Vegas with the shoes.
I'm not sure if Big Show lost height. I think like Andre his posture deceives it to looking like he has. For example, my cousin is 6'1". I'm 5'10.5". When he stood next to me, there only looked like a 1" difference. Then his mother yelled at him to, "Stand up straight!" and he did, THEN you could see the larger difference. I think it's the same case with Big Show and most tall wrestlers who've been around for a long time. Big Show may very well be 6'9.5" or so with bad posture, but if he were to actually stand up straight he's probably 6'11" to 7' (I think 6'11"). Even in this pic here Click Here he's not wearing any ring gear but he still can't stand completely straight as he could ten years earlier.
JT, sorry buddy, but Show's shoes in 1996 look like they give a boost to me. 2"? I dunno if I'd go that far, but I would say 1.5" compared to that other pic you got from Vegas with the shoes.
Danimal said on 22/May/08
Alex says on 22/May/08
Topdweeb, even as a kid I doubted the 8 inch difference they wanted up to believe. No way was Andre 7'4 even if Hogan was 6'8. No idea what they were thinking trying to fool us, LOL.
I would have loved to see Big Show face off with a peak Andre.
That would be a 9" height difference Alex. Andre was ONLY billed at 7'5" from 1983-1984 onwards.
Alex says on 22/May/08
Topdweeb, even as a kid I doubted the 8 inch difference they wanted up to believe. No way was Andre 7'4 even if Hogan was 6'8. No idea what they were thinking trying to fool us, LOL.
I would have loved to see Big Show face off with a peak Andre.
That would be a 9" height difference Alex. Andre was ONLY billed at 7'5" from 1983-1984 onwards.
Anonymous said on 22/May/08
6'8-6'9 karl malone didn't pass off for 7ft+ in WCW; when he locked up with hogan in the ring the height difference didn't look that great
6'8-6'9 karl malone didn't pass off for 7ft+ in WCW; when he locked up with hogan in the ring the height difference didn't look that great
Frank said on 22/May/08
The 7ft 4 billing for Andre was becasue they wanted to pass Andre as the Tallest Athlete Kareem was 7ft 2 and was the tallest in the NBA @ THAT TIME
The 7ft 4 billing for Andre was becasue they wanted to pass Andre as the Tallest Athlete Kareem was 7ft 2 and was the tallest in the NBA @ THAT TIME
Brah said on 22/May/08
I don't think Big Show wore lifts in WCW. He did wear some good-sized boots. He looked taller because he was alot leaner and the WCW ring is also a lot smaller.
Look at the end of video to see Kevin Nash and Big Show. Keep in mind that Kevin Nash has flatter footwear:
Click Here
I don't think Big Show wore lifts in WCW. He did wear some good-sized boots. He looked taller because he was alot leaner and the WCW ring is also a lot smaller.
Look at the end of video to see Kevin Nash and Big Show. Keep in mind that Kevin Nash has flatter footwear:
Click Here
topdweeb26 said on 22/May/08
Jason: first, times have changed. In our current time, there are way too many taller wrestlers for a 7' wrestler to get away with a 7' 4 billing without wearing lifts. I mean, even in Andre's day, he couldn't get away with it (granted he wasn't 7', but he was close). And, I think Paul Wight probably did convince most of the TV audience who didn't pay much attention, into thinking he was 7' 4. But to those who actually put some thought into it, probably didn't believe it. Like I said, people who are most likely to believe in billed heights, are people who know "of" the wrestlers, but never actually seen them much. It only took my gf about two seconds to figure out Andre wasn't 7' 5 at WM 3, and she had never really seen Andre before then.
Alex: that's what I'm saying. People seem to think that just because a wrestler is tall, they can get away with any height. They can to a certain extent. But exaggerating someone by 4 or 5 inches is a significant amount to exaggerate them by. Giant Gonzalez got away with hit, because being 7 1/2 feet tall is so unusual looking, that people were just mesmorized. Being 7' is tall, especially compared to the general population, but like I said, it's not so tall that they can get away with 4+ inch exaggerations.
It didn't take any of use long to figure out Khali wasn't 7' 3, and especially not after he went face to face with the Big Show.
Jason: first, times have changed. In our current time, there are way too many taller wrestlers for a 7' wrestler to get away with a 7' 4 billing without wearing lifts. I mean, even in Andre's day, he couldn't get away with it (granted he wasn't 7', but he was close). And, I think Paul Wight probably did convince most of the TV audience who didn't pay much attention, into thinking he was 7' 4. But to those who actually put some thought into it, probably didn't believe it. Like I said, people who are most likely to believe in billed heights, are people who know "of" the wrestlers, but never actually seen them much. It only took my gf about two seconds to figure out Andre wasn't 7' 5 at WM 3, and she had never really seen Andre before then.
Alex: that's what I'm saying. People seem to think that just because a wrestler is tall, they can get away with any height. They can to a certain extent. But exaggerating someone by 4 or 5 inches is a significant amount to exaggerate them by. Giant Gonzalez got away with hit, because being 7 1/2 feet tall is so unusual looking, that people were just mesmorized. Being 7' is tall, especially compared to the general population, but like I said, it's not so tall that they can get away with 4+ inch exaggerations.
It didn't take any of use long to figure out Khali wasn't 7' 3, and especially not after he went face to face with the Big Show.
MK said on 22/May/08
OOFatman says on 22/May/08
JT, I didn't say his boots had 2" heels. I said that the lifts INSIDE the boots were approximately 2". And yes, I know it doesn't mean that they actually gave him 2", it's just an explanation as to why he appeared taller. Do NOT even try and use grainy pics to disprove that he wore lifts there. I have the match on DVD and they are very evident.
Then be a sport and SHOW US these lifts, prove your point as JT did.
OOFatman says on 22/May/08
JT, I didn't say his boots had 2" heels. I said that the lifts INSIDE the boots were approximately 2". And yes, I know it doesn't mean that they actually gave him 2", it's just an explanation as to why he appeared taller. Do NOT even try and use grainy pics to disprove that he wore lifts there. I have the match on DVD and they are very evident.
Then be a sport and SHOW US these lifts, prove your point as JT did.
Alex said on 22/May/08
And personally I am not even sure Big Show lost any height. He's only 36 years old but maybe 1/2 inch he could have lost for whatever reasons. I think it's mainly due to to the fact he was leaner in WCW, and had lifts at times. Also in 1999-2000 he had better posture than he does now. NOw Andre I think easily lost around 2 inches of height going from a 6'11 peak down to 6'9ish.
And personally I am not even sure Big Show lost any height. He's only 36 years old but maybe 1/2 inch he could have lost for whatever reasons. I think it's mainly due to to the fact he was leaner in WCW, and had lifts at times. Also in 1999-2000 he had better posture than he does now. NOw Andre I think easily lost around 2 inches of height going from a 6'11 peak down to 6'9ish.
Alex said on 22/May/08
Topdweeb, even as a kid I doubted the 8 inch difference they wanted up to believe. No way was Andre 7'4 even if Hogan was 6'8. No idea what they were thinking trying to fool us, LOL.
I would have loved to see Big Show face off with a peak Andre.
Topdweeb, even as a kid I doubted the 8 inch difference they wanted up to believe. No way was Andre 7'4 even if Hogan was 6'8. No idea what they were thinking trying to fool us, LOL.
I would have loved to see Big Show face off with a peak Andre.
Anonymous said on 22/May/08
well if he is wearing "2 inch lifts and huge boots" he must have grown since 1996 because he was taller next to mayweather at no way out in flat shoes than here next to gene or maybe gene was close to 6ft there Click Here
well if he is wearing "2 inch lifts and huge boots" he must have grown since 1996 because he was taller next to mayweather at no way out in flat shoes than here next to gene or maybe gene was close to 6ft there Click Here
Jason said on 22/May/08
Someone that's 7'0'' wouldn't need lifts for a 7'4'' billing. There's a couple here who think a wrestler has to actually be their billed height, or almost, in boots + lifts -- it pretty much just has to make the TV audience think they're it or something like it. Then there's the listings where you don't know what they were on when they came up with them. So many people would think someone that tall in person is 7'4'' (or more), anyway...
Someone that's 7'0'' wouldn't need lifts for a 7'4'' billing. There's a couple here who think a wrestler has to actually be their billed height, or almost, in boots + lifts -- it pretty much just has to make the TV audience think they're it or something like it. Then there's the listings where you don't know what they were on when they came up with them. So many people would think someone that tall in person is 7'4'' (or more), anyway...
OOFatman said on 22/May/08
JT, I didn't say his boots had 2" heels. I said that the lifts INSIDE the boots were approximately 2". And yes, I know it doesn't mean that they actually gave him 2", it's just an explanation as to why he appeared taller. Do NOT even try and use grainy pics to disprove that he wore lifts there. I have the match on DVD and they are very evident.
JT, I didn't say his boots had 2" heels. I said that the lifts INSIDE the boots were approximately 2". And yes, I know it doesn't mean that they actually gave him 2", it's just an explanation as to why he appeared taller. Do NOT even try and use grainy pics to disprove that he wore lifts there. I have the match on DVD and they are very evident.
Clay said on 22/May/08
Jason, I can actually see how you thought Show looked 6'8'' in person. If anyone saw the episode of him on ''Hogan knows best'' he really does look 6'8/6'9, although of course with horrendous posture.
Jason, I can actually see how you thought Show looked 6'8'' in person. If anyone saw the episode of him on ''Hogan knows best'' he really does look 6'8/6'9, although of course with horrendous posture.
JT said on 22/May/08
OOFatman says on 20/May/08
topdweeb26, I also had heard of his supposed 6-11 listing in basketball. Even though he appeared much taller in WCW, i KNOW lifts had to do with it. I was just re-watching his match with Hogan in Sturgis and his lifts are clear as day. They looked about 2". Personally, I believe he is 6-11 today. IMO he WAS a legit 7-0 when he was younger.
2 inch heels?? Click Here These are no bigger than the boots he wears now and may even be smaller.
This is a 2 inch heel Click Here Please everyone bookmark this link so Vegas and I don
OOFatman says on 20/May/08
topdweeb26, I also had heard of his supposed 6-11 listing in basketball. Even though he appeared much taller in WCW, i KNOW lifts had to do with it. I was just re-watching his match with Hogan in Sturgis and his lifts are clear as day. They looked about 2". Personally, I believe he is 6-11 today. IMO he WAS a legit 7-0 when he was younger.
2 inch heels?? Click Here These are no bigger than the boots he wears now and may even be smaller.
This is a 2 inch heel Click Here Please everyone bookmark this link so Vegas and I don
OOFatman said on 21/May/08
topdweeb26, I FULLY agree w/ everything you just said. For anyone who doesn't think Show wore lifts, check out WCW's Hog Wild '96. It's on 1 of my 3 Hulk Hogan Ultimate Anthology DVD's. The lifts are clear as day.
Jason says on 20/May/08
Why would a 7'0'' guy need to wear lifts...?
R U SERIOUS??? I don't know, maybe to be passed off as 7-4?! LMAO!
topdweeb26, I FULLY agree w/ everything you just said. For anyone who doesn't think Show wore lifts, check out WCW's Hog Wild '96. It's on 1 of my 3 Hulk Hogan Ultimate Anthology DVD's. The lifts are clear as day.
Jason says on 20/May/08
Why would a 7'0'' guy need to wear lifts...?
R U SERIOUS??? I don't know, maybe to be passed off as 7-4?! LMAO!
KingNick said on 21/May/08
The funny thing is with Andre was he never even wore big soled shoes. They just billed him as 7'4" when in reality he wasn't anywhere near that. I'm a firm believer of Andre hitting the 7' mark at one point, but the point is other than the whole box thing they never tried to make him appear any larger. Maybe the box thing just solidified it in people's minds. Also, there werent too many guys measuring up to Andre back then. Really Hogan and Studd were the two tallest guys of those eras next to Andre. Nowadays you have guys like Undertaker, Kane, Kevin Nash, etc. So you can't really get away with billing a guy as 7'4" who's actually 7', such as Paul Wight, without foot enhancement.
The funny thing is with Andre was he never even wore big soled shoes. They just billed him as 7'4" when in reality he wasn't anywhere near that. I'm a firm believer of Andre hitting the 7' mark at one point, but the point is other than the whole box thing they never tried to make him appear any larger. Maybe the box thing just solidified it in people's minds. Also, there werent too many guys measuring up to Andre back then. Really Hogan and Studd were the two tallest guys of those eras next to Andre. Nowadays you have guys like Undertaker, Kane, Kevin Nash, etc. So you can't really get away with billing a guy as 7'4" who's actually 7', such as Paul Wight, without foot enhancement.
LV said on 21/May/08
Why would a tall person wear lifts? Silly questions really. You can always make something big appear bigger or in some cases, someone small can appear average. A legit 7 footer can be 7'2" ot 7'3" with thick boots and insole lifts.
Why would a tall person wear lifts? Silly questions really. You can always make something big appear bigger or in some cases, someone small can appear average. A legit 7 footer can be 7'2" ot 7'3" with thick boots and insole lifts.
Ghost said on 21/May/08
Topweed26,
You are right. Anybody who really paid attention probably figured out that Andre really wasn't 7'5. However in those days people believed what the WWF told them alot more than today. Therefor I think many people probably didn't really question any height listings and didn't pay too much attention to such things.
The height Andre is remembered as is 7'4. That's the height he is always given when he is mentioned and most people who are not Obsessed With Heights probably believe it was legit. Hell, at the Andre page whe have general93 still insisting that the 7'4 was his real height.
People want to remember him as a larger-than-life figure and when asked "Who was the tallest wrestler ever?" some people will still say "Andre the Giant". He was certainly one of the largest considering both height and weight, though.
Topweed26,
You are right. Anybody who really paid attention probably figured out that Andre really wasn't 7'5. However in those days people believed what the WWF told them alot more than today. Therefor I think many people probably didn't really question any height listings and didn't pay too much attention to such things.
The height Andre is remembered as is 7'4. That's the height he is always given when he is mentioned and most people who are not Obsessed With Heights probably believe it was legit. Hell, at the Andre page whe have general93 still insisting that the 7'4 was his real height.
People want to remember him as a larger-than-life figure and when asked "Who was the tallest wrestler ever?" some people will still say "Andre the Giant". He was certainly one of the largest considering both height and weight, though.
topdweeb26 said on 21/May/08
Ghost: I don't now ANYONE who is a wrestling fan who is familiar with Andre's matches, who literally believe he was really 7' 5. In fact, just take WM 3 for example. Even IF Hulk was his very exaggerated 6' 8, there is no way in hell Andre would be 7' 5, at BEST he looked like he was 7' IF Hulk was a legit 6' 8. In fact, once while I was watching that match, my gf saw them stare down, and she said, "that guy isn't 7' 4, he's barely taller than Hulk Hogan". And she doesn't even watch wrestling. The ONLY people I have ever see that believe Andre is 7' 4, are people who know of him, but haven't really watched him. When we were kids, my sister used to think Andre had to be on his knees for the Princess Bride because even she thought he didn't look that tall. You get my drift? Andre, being around 6' 10, can NOT, and did NOT successfully pass off as 7' 4. He fooled no one who actually paid attention.
Frank: I'm not sure that aren't on the same page. They put Andre on the box because they knew he couldn't pass off as 7' 4/5. I understand that the taller you are, the easier it is to be passed off as being taller. BUT, 7 isn't quite in the range of "bill him as anything". For example, would you believe Khali is 7' 7? Really? I wouldn't. In fact, ever since his debute, there have been people questioning whether or not he is really even 7', like Jason. You met the Undertaker. For the sake of argument, say he is around 6' 8. Could he fool you into thinking he was a legit 7' 2 or even 7' 3 without the aid of lifts? You see where I am coming from?
Heck, from the day I saw Paul Wight, I didn't believe he was 7' 4. I could have bought 7' and maybe even 7' 2, but not 7' 4.
My point is, the reason these guys are in lifts is because they aren't tall enough to reasonably pass of as their billed heights. I mean, who believes Kane is 7' ?
The REAL question should be: why does the wrestling industry feel the need to exaggerate their performers, especially ones who are 7' and above? Who wouldn't be impressed with someone who is 7', why the need to make him 7' 4/5?
Ghost: I don't now ANYONE who is a wrestling fan who is familiar with Andre's matches, who literally believe he was really 7' 5. In fact, just take WM 3 for example. Even IF Hulk was his very exaggerated 6' 8, there is no way in hell Andre would be 7' 5, at BEST he looked like he was 7' IF Hulk was a legit 6' 8. In fact, once while I was watching that match, my gf saw them stare down, and she said, "that guy isn't 7' 4, he's barely taller than Hulk Hogan". And she doesn't even watch wrestling. The ONLY people I have ever see that believe Andre is 7' 4, are people who know of him, but haven't really watched him. When we were kids, my sister used to think Andre had to be on his knees for the Princess Bride because even she thought he didn't look that tall. You get my drift? Andre, being around 6' 10, can NOT, and did NOT successfully pass off as 7' 4. He fooled no one who actually paid attention.
Frank: I'm not sure that aren't on the same page. They put Andre on the box because they knew he couldn't pass off as 7' 4/5. I understand that the taller you are, the easier it is to be passed off as being taller. BUT, 7 isn't quite in the range of "bill him as anything". For example, would you believe Khali is 7' 7? Really? I wouldn't. In fact, ever since his debute, there have been people questioning whether or not he is really even 7', like Jason. You met the Undertaker. For the sake of argument, say he is around 6' 8. Could he fool you into thinking he was a legit 7' 2 or even 7' 3 without the aid of lifts? You see where I am coming from?
Heck, from the day I saw Paul Wight, I didn't believe he was 7' 4. I could have bought 7' and maybe even 7' 2, but not 7' 4.
My point is, the reason these guys are in lifts is because they aren't tall enough to reasonably pass of as their billed heights. I mean, who believes Kane is 7' ?
The REAL question should be: why does the wrestling industry feel the need to exaggerate their performers, especially ones who are 7' and above? Who wouldn't be impressed with someone who is 7', why the need to make him 7' 4/5?
Alex said on 21/May/08
Ghost, thats very true. Its way harder for a 6'0 to get away with 6'4-6'5 while a legit 7'0 can pass for 7'4-7'5.
I have even gotten 6'4 just once but really at 6'0 someone is going to have to be a big time overestimator to guess you are more than 6'2.
Ghost, thats very true. Its way harder for a 6'0 to get away with 6'4-6'5 while a legit 7'0 can pass for 7'4-7'5.
I have even gotten 6'4 just once but really at 6'0 someone is going to have to be a big time overestimator to guess you are more than 6'2.
MK said on 21/May/08
Wight's 7'4'' wcw billing was obviously made proportionate to guys like 6'7'' Hogan, 6'9'' One man gang etc, the thick heels were probably to make sure of this.
Wight's 7'4'' wcw billing was obviously made proportionate to guys like 6'7'' Hogan, 6'9'' One man gang etc, the thick heels were probably to make sure of this.
Frank said on 21/May/08
Topdwweeb i usually agree with you but why Put Andre on a Box in an interveiw with Vince when your as Big as Andre was I can believe Show wore lifts and the taller you are its easier to exaggerate height example Giant Gonzalez 7ft 6 and billed at almost 8ft seem hin in person could have looked 8 ft i dont know what 8ft looks like
Topdwweeb i usually agree with you but why Put Andre on a Box in an interveiw with Vince when your as Big as Andre was I can believe Show wore lifts and the taller you are its easier to exaggerate height example Giant Gonzalez 7ft 6 and billed at almost 8ft seem hin in person could have looked 8 ft i dont know what 8ft looks like
Big Show said on 21/May/08
Jason says on 20/May/08
Why would a 7'0'' guy need to wear lifts...?
To pass off for 7'4! But seriously I don't think Big Show wore lifts. He wore boots with big soles, but I doubt he wore lifts.
Jason says on 20/May/08
Why would a 7'0'' guy need to wear lifts...?
To pass off for 7'4! But seriously I don't think Big Show wore lifts. He wore boots with big soles, but I doubt he wore lifts.
Ghost said on 21/May/08
However when you're 7 ft it's alot easier to get away with being 4-5 inches taller than if yor 6 ft. People used to buy 7'5 for 6'10 Andre.
Steve Carrell estimated Khali at 7'7 or something.
However when you're 7 ft it's alot easier to get away with being 4-5 inches taller than if yor 6 ft. People used to buy 7'5 for 6'10 Andre.
Steve Carrell estimated Khali at 7'7 or something.
topdweeb26 said on 21/May/08
Jason: you know, sometimes I don't even get your comments. You ask, "Why would a 7'0" guy need to wear lifts...?" and I'm just sitting here thinking, "Are you serious?" I mean Paul Wight was being billed as 7' 4, and at times, 7' 5. I dont' care if he is a legit 7', there's no way he'll fool people into thinking he is 7' 4 or 7' 5... he can't even do that with lifts, let alone without them.
Imagine someone who is 6' trying to be passed off as 6' 4 or 6' 5. It just isn't gonna happen without the aid of lifts, and even then, it will look suspicious.
You can't figure that out for yourself? Really?
Jason: you know, sometimes I don't even get your comments. You ask, "Why would a 7'0" guy need to wear lifts...?" and I'm just sitting here thinking, "Are you serious?" I mean Paul Wight was being billed as 7' 4, and at times, 7' 5. I dont' care if he is a legit 7', there's no way he'll fool people into thinking he is 7' 4 or 7' 5... he can't even do that with lifts, let alone without them.
Imagine someone who is 6' trying to be passed off as 6' 4 or 6' 5. It just isn't gonna happen without the aid of lifts, and even then, it will look suspicious.
You can't figure that out for yourself? Really?
topdweeb26 said on 21/May/08
Jason: if that 7' guy is trying to be passed off as 7' 4 and sometimes 7' 5, yeah.
Jason: if that 7' guy is trying to be passed off as 7' 4 and sometimes 7' 5, yeah.
Alex said on 21/May/08
Even a guy who is like 6'6 shouldn't need to wear lifts, lol.
Even a guy who is like 6'6 shouldn't need to wear lifts, lol.
Jason said on 20/May/08
Why would a 7'0'' guy need to wear lifts...?
Why would a 7'0'' guy need to wear lifts...?
topdweeb26 said on 20/May/08
OOFatman: that sounds reasonable to me.
OOFatman: that sounds reasonable to me.
OOFatman said on 20/May/08
topdweeb26, I also had heard of his supposed 6-11 listing in basketball. Even though he appeared much taller in WCW, i KNOW lifts had to do with it. I was just re-watching his match with Hogan in Sturgis and his lifts are clear as day. They looked about 2". Personally, I believe he is 6-11 today. IMO he WAS a legit 7-0 when he was younger.
topdweeb26, I also had heard of his supposed 6-11 listing in basketball. Even though he appeared much taller in WCW, i KNOW lifts had to do with it. I was just re-watching his match with Hogan in Sturgis and his lifts are clear as day. They looked about 2". Personally, I believe he is 6-11 today. IMO he WAS a legit 7-0 when he was younger.
topdweeb26 said on 19/May/08
Man... you know a site is dying down and people are running out of things to say when the discussion has turned to what size coat (of all things) the Big Show wears.
Man... you know a site is dying down and people are running out of things to say when the discussion has turned to what size coat (of all things) the Big Show wears.
Danimal said on 18/May/08
I would need a 50 coat then, seeing my chest is 47" nowadays (biggest it's ever been).
I would need a 50 coat then, seeing my chest is 47" nowadays (biggest it's ever been).
Viper said on 18/May/08
Size 70 coat, lol.
Size 70 coat, lol.
Alex said on 18/May/08
JT, I have that magazine too with the picture you just posted.
Coat size isn't going to be your chest size though. I can wear a 46 coat but my chest size is only about 43 inches or just under. But a size 70 coat would def put his chest around 65 inches which I believe.
JT, I have that magazine too with the picture you just posted.
Coat size isn't going to be your chest size though. I can wear a 46 coat but my chest size is only about 43 inches or just under. But a size 70 coat would def put his chest around 65 inches which I believe.
topdweeb26 said on 17/May/08
Alex: well, that pic they chose to use does definitely make Khali look taller, but not by 3 inches... but in the ring, they look closer in height. I think they manipulated the wrestlers to make Khali appear a bit taller to the Big Show than he really is. I think the shortest Big Show could ever be argued to be is 6' 10.5 since the shortest listing ever for Khali is 6' 11.5.
Although Vegas' links showing how Big Show was listed as 7' 1 in college ball pretty much cements it in my mind that Big Show had to be at least 7'. Which is also kind of weird, because I used to always hear rumors that Big Show was listed as 6' 11 in college basketball, but no one ever offered any proof. But then when someone (Vegas) shows actual listings, he is not only taller than 6' 11, but he is listed as taller than 7'.
I still believe Big Show is a legit 7' in barefeet.
Alex: well, that pic they chose to use does definitely make Khali look taller, but not by 3 inches... but in the ring, they look closer in height. I think they manipulated the wrestlers to make Khali appear a bit taller to the Big Show than he really is. I think the shortest Big Show could ever be argued to be is 6' 10.5 since the shortest listing ever for Khali is 6' 11.5.
Although Vegas' links showing how Big Show was listed as 7' 1 in college ball pretty much cements it in my mind that Big Show had to be at least 7'. Which is also kind of weird, because I used to always hear rumors that Big Show was listed as 6' 11 in college basketball, but no one ever offered any proof. But then when someone (Vegas) shows actual listings, he is not only taller than 6' 11, but he is listed as taller than 7'.
I still believe Big Show is a legit 7' in barefeet.
JT said on 17/May/08
A shot of his shoes Click Here He said on some show when he was around 450 lbs. that he wore a size 70 coat. At his peak weight, it would not surprise me if his chest size was at least 65 inches.
A shot of his shoes Click Here He said on some show when he was around 450 lbs. that he wore a size 70 coat. At his peak weight, it would not surprise me if his chest size was at least 65 inches.
Alex said on 17/May/08
Big Show, that tale of the tape with Big Show and Khali gets me annoyed. They have them face to face looking no more than an inch apart yet they still have them at 3 inches apart. 67 chest for Big Show? I read it was 62 and 65 on difference occasions. I'd also think Big Show's fists are a bit bigger than Khali's or at least the same.
Big Show, that tale of the tape with Big Show and Khali gets me annoyed. They have them face to face looking no more than an inch apart yet they still have them at 3 inches apart. 67 chest for Big Show? I read it was 62 and 65 on difference occasions. I'd also think Big Show's fists are a bit bigger than Khali's or at least the same.
Alex said on 17/May/08
Big Show's footsize has been described as 22 5E a lot by JR. Also he has been described as having a size 19. He says himself he is size 18 6E which is probably legit.
Big Show's footsize has been described as 22 5E a lot by JR. Also he has been described as having a size 19. He says himself he is size 18 6E which is probably legit.
JT said on 17/May/08
Vegas says on 17/May/08
my mistake liston was actually listed as having BIGGER fists than wight
Click Here I probably made Lister too tall as well, given how much he is leaning and the size of his shoes. This assumes he was a legit 6
Vegas says on 17/May/08
my mistake liston was actually listed as having BIGGER fists than wight
Click Here I probably made Lister too tall as well, given how much he is leaning and the size of his shoes. This assumes he was a legit 6
Big Show said on 17/May/08
Vegas says on 17/May/08
my mistake liston was actually listed as having BIGGER fists than wight Click Here
They probably measured them while he was wearing his gloves, lol.
Vegas says on 17/May/08
my mistake liston was actually listed as having BIGGER fists than wight Click Here
They probably measured them while he was wearing his gloves, lol.
Vegas said on 17/May/08
my mistake liston was actually listed as having BIGGER fists than wight Click Here
my mistake liston was actually listed as having BIGGER fists than wight Click Here
Vegas said on 17/May/08
Click Here big shows reach of 84" means haystacks reach is under 80" based on this pic given how much longer shows arms are than haystacks (they start higher and end at the same point)
according to boxing stats sonny liston who was listed at 6'1 has the same reach as big show and the same size fist (84 inches and 15 inches respectively), how many people buy that???
Click Here big shows reach of 84" means haystacks reach is under 80" based on this pic given how much longer shows arms are than haystacks (they start higher and end at the same point)
according to boxing stats sonny liston who was listed at 6'1 has the same reach as big show and the same size fist (84 inches and 15 inches respectively), how many people buy that???
Big Show said on 17/May/08
Vegas says on 16/May/08
for anyone wondering what size shoes big show wears or at least wore age 19 Click Here
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The WWE also bills Big Show's shoesize as 18 (with width EEEEEE).
Vegas says on 16/May/08
for anyone wondering what size shoes big show wears or at least wore age 19 Click Here
Click Here
The WWE also bills Big Show's shoesize as 18 (with width EEEEEE).
mike said on 17/May/08
i agree show was 7,1",but today i,d say more like 6,11.5".
i agree show was 7,1",but today i,d say more like 6,11.5".
Vegas said on 16/May/08
shaqs are size 21 according to this photo Click Here
mick foley said big show's shoes are size 18 on smackdown this week so they ain't exaggerating that, jim ross said his reach is 84 inches during the mayweather match at WM24 and thats only the same as lennox lewis so they ain't exaggerating that either
shaqs are size 21 according to this photo Click Here
mick foley said big show's shoes are size 18 on smackdown this week so they ain't exaggerating that, jim ross said his reach is 84 inches during the mayweather match at WM24 and thats only the same as lennox lewis so they ain't exaggerating that either
Danimal said on 16/May/08
Vegas says on 16/May/08
for anyone wondering what size shoes big show wears or at least wore age 19 Click Here
3 different listings of Big Show, all 3 different weights, yet all bill him at 7'1", which I believe he was until the late 90's.
Vegas says on 16/May/08
for anyone wondering what size shoes big show wears or at least wore age 19 Click Here
3 different listings of Big Show, all 3 different weights, yet all bill him at 7'1", which I believe he was until the late 90's.
Alex said on 16/May/08
I'd also say Bret was 5'11 compared to Stone Cold who is 6'0.
I'd also say Bret was 5'11 compared to Stone Cold who is 6'0.
Alex2 said on 16/May/08
Yea I hear 18 for Show, I hear Shaq has size 20 something (24 may be correct) Danimal when did you meet Bret? I think he looked 6'0" at his peak days.
Yea I hear 18 for Show, I hear Shaq has size 20 something (24 may be correct) Danimal when did you meet Bret? I think he looked 6'0" at his peak days.
Danimal said on 15/May/08
JT says on 15/May/08
Vegas says on 15/May/08
duggan is taller than volkoff here so volkoff being 1 inch taller is hard to believe Click Here
I had posted these on Hogan's page of Volkoff (age 38) with 6'4" Chet Coppock
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If I am not mistaken, Coppock was 6'5".
In any case, Volkoff was a minimum of 6'3".
As far as Bret Hart goes, I met the man and he was not 6'0". He was at most 5'11".
JT says on 15/May/08
Vegas says on 15/May/08
duggan is taller than volkoff here so volkoff being 1 inch taller is hard to believe Click Here
I had posted these on Hogan's page of Volkoff (age 38) with 6'4" Chet Coppock
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Click Here
If I am not mistaken, Coppock was 6'5".
In any case, Volkoff was a minimum of 6'3".
As far as Bret Hart goes, I met the man and he was not 6'0". He was at most 5'11".
JT said on 15/May/08
Vegas says on 15/May/08
duggan is taller than volkoff here so volkoff being 1 inch taller is hard to believe Click Here
I had posted these on Hogan's page of Volkoff (age 38) with 6'4" Chet Coppock
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Click Here
Vegas says on 15/May/08
duggan is taller than volkoff here so volkoff being 1 inch taller is hard to believe Click Here
I had posted these on Hogan's page of Volkoff (age 38) with 6'4" Chet Coppock
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Click Here
Vegas said on 15/May/08
duggan is taller than volkoff here so volkoff being 1 inch taller is hard to believe Click Here
i have met bret and duggan in person, stood right next to both men and duggan is the taller man by at least 2.5 inches, more likely 3 inches though. Here at the end of this video you can see he is by far the bigger man Click Here
duggan is taller than volkoff here so volkoff being 1 inch taller is hard to believe Click Here
i have met bret and duggan in person, stood right next to both men and duggan is the taller man by at least 2.5 inches, more likely 3 inches though. Here at the end of this video you can see he is by far the bigger man Click Here
Jason said on 14/May/08
He may have been the full 5'11''. 6'0'' is too much.
He may have been the full 5'11''. 6'0'' is too much.
Alex2 said on 14/May/08
Ahh Bret was 6'0" peak you idiot! And why do you always use pictures for evidence???
Ahh Bret was 6'0" peak you idiot! And why do you always use pictures for evidence???
Ghost said on 14/May/08
I don't know what's so unbelievable about mean Gene being 5'8 once.
He later dropped down to about 5'7 and thus was 4-5 inches shorter than 5'11-6 Bret Hart.
Ola, Shouldn't it tell you something that there is a huge amount of people on this site, many of whom have watched wrestling for over 10-20 years and some who have met various wrestlers in person and yet NOBODY agrees with your estimations.
I don't know what's so unbelievable about mean Gene being 5'8 once.
He later dropped down to about 5'7 and thus was 4-5 inches shorter than 5'11-6 Bret Hart.
Ola, Shouldn't it tell you something that there is a huge amount of people on this site, many of whom have watched wrestling for over 10-20 years and some who have met various wrestlers in person and yet NOBODY agrees with your estimations.
Danimal said on 13/May/08
Volkoff was taller than 6'2" in his prime. At least 6'3" and probably 6'4" in his younger days. Duggan was at least 6'3" in his younger days. They were both 300 pounders at their largest.
Volkoff was taller than 6'2" in his prime. At least 6'3" and probably 6'4" in his younger days. Duggan was at least 6'3" in his younger days. They were both 300 pounders at their largest.
Alex2 said on 13/May/08
Ola why would ANYONE listen to ANYTHING you say!?! Its all utter ########!
Ola why would ANYONE listen to ANYTHING you say!?! Its all utter ########!
MK said on 13/May/08
Duggan definitely has never looked under 6'2'', even still today, i'd give him just under 6'3'' peak, btw Mean Gene was at least 5'8''.
Duggan definitely has never looked under 6'2'', even still today, i'd give him just under 6'3'' peak, btw Mean Gene was at least 5'8''.
JT said on 12/May/08
Duggan always looked a solid 6'2" to me. With ~ 5'8" Mean Gene from the late 1980s Click Here IIRC, Duggan was about the same height as Nikolai Volkoff, whom I've seen backstage and looked 6'2".
Duggan always looked a solid 6'2" to me. With ~ 5'8" Mean Gene from the late 1980s Click Here IIRC, Duggan was about the same height as Nikolai Volkoff, whom I've seen backstage and looked 6'2".
Vegas said on 12/May/08
debatable how much duggan lost if anything because he is clearly taller than dibiase here last year Click Here
i have a few photos with of duggan and me and my friends
debatable how much duggan lost if anything because he is clearly taller than dibiase here last year Click Here
i have a few photos with of duggan and me and my friends
Alex2 said on 12/May/08
I think Duggan was 6'3" peak and 6'2" now.
I think Duggan was 6'3" peak and 6'2" now.
Big Show said on 12/May/08
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Duggan looks to be around 5 inches taller than Mean Gene Okerlund (Probably 6 if he stood straight).
Duggan used to play for the Atlanta Falcons, anybody knows what his listings there were. He always looked around 6'2 to me.
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Duggan looks to be around 5 inches taller than Mean Gene Okerlund (Probably 6 if he stood straight).
Duggan used to play for the Atlanta Falcons, anybody knows what his listings there were. He always looked around 6'2 to me.
Frank said on 12/May/08
Steveie Ray was alittle Taller than Hulk in the NWO Days
Steveie Ray was alittle Taller than Hulk in the NWO Days
MK said on 12/May/08
6'1'' for Booker sounds right, 6'3'' is just ridiculous. 6'4'' legit Stevie Ray always looked to have him by 3'' or so.
6'1'' for Booker sounds right, 6'3'' is just ridiculous. 6'4'' legit Stevie Ray always looked to have him by 3'' or so.
mike said on 12/May/08
booker t is not under or 6,1" he,s 6,3" so is jim duggan.
booker t is not under or 6,1" he,s 6,3" so is jim duggan.
Vegas said on 12/May/08
met duggan in person last month, nice guy, 6'2 was my estimate, great posture even at his age
met duggan in person last month, nice guy, 6'2 was my estimate, great posture even at his age
Alex2 said on 11/May/08
Well Hogan must be 6'1" now to Ola LOL!
Well Hogan must be 6'1" now to Ola LOL!
anon said on 11/May/08
6'1.5" mike is more like a 6'4" mike.really,if mike is 6'1.5,then big show is 6'8.mike is a lot taller than 6'1.5,thats for sure-unless there's a difference of floors.
6'1.5" mike is more like a 6'4" mike.really,if mike is 6'1.5,then big show is 6'8.mike is a lot taller than 6'1.5,thats for sure-unless there's a difference of floors.
topdweeb26 said on 11/May/08
mike: yeah, it's amazing that pic still remains as it obviously isn't accurate. Either mike isn't truthful about his size, or he was standing on something, or not on level ground and didn't realize it. There is simply no way Big Show is that short. Vince McMahon is around 6' 1 himself, and he NEVER has looked that tall to the Big Show.
mike: yeah, it's amazing that pic still remains as it obviously isn't accurate. Either mike isn't truthful about his size, or he was standing on something, or not on level ground and didn't realize it. There is simply no way Big Show is that short. Vince McMahon is around 6' 1 himself, and he NEVER has looked that tall to the Big Show.
mike said on 11/May/08
big show had a solid 3 inches on big sexy kevin nash,but shows soles on his boots during his wcw run were noticeably thicker also. that which made the 3 inch difference and probably gave a height of around 7,1" without the thick soles i could see big show around 6,11".
big show had a solid 3 inches on big sexy kevin nash,but shows soles on his boots during his wcw run were noticeably thicker also. that which made the 3 inch difference and probably gave a height of around 7,1" without the thick soles i could see big show around 6,11".
Big Show said on 11/May/08
JT says on 10/May/08
Click Here One Man Gang looked a legit 6'6" to me. Not sure about his footwear for this match though, since he looks at least an inch taller than Haystacks.
Check out the segment I posted on 10/May/08, it looks to be the other way around, Haystacks having an inch on The One Man Gang.
JT says on 10/May/08
Click Here One Man Gang looked a legit 6'6" to me. Not sure about his footwear for this match though, since he looks at least an inch taller than Haystacks.
Check out the segment I posted on 10/May/08, it looks to be the other way around, Haystacks having an inch on The One Man Gang.
mike said on 11/May/08
mike in the above pic would have to be more than 6,1" more like 6,5" to be that tall next to big show.
mike in the above pic would have to be more than 6,1" more like 6,5" to be that tall next to big show.
mike said on 10/May/08
duggan is around 6,3" i believe,so the giant probably has a good 8-9 inches on him.
duggan is around 6,3" i believe,so the giant probably has a good 8-9 inches on him.
Vegas said on 10/May/08
here is a good video of a couple of nfl/nba stars with a couple of WWE guys, mvp looks a little taller than 6'0 next to 6'6.5 t-mac, booker t edges out DeMeco Ryans there and he is 6'1.2 barefoot (he is the first guy booker shakes hands with in the whiteish top) Click Here
here is a good video of a couple of nfl/nba stars with a couple of WWE guys, mvp looks a little taller than 6'0 next to 6'6.5 t-mac, booker t edges out DeMeco Ryans there and he is 6'1.2 barefoot (he is the first guy booker shakes hands with in the whiteish top) Click Here
Danimal said on 10/May/08
JT says on 10/May/08
Danimal says on 9/May/08
LV, you should post those two pics on Hogan's page and then PLEASE include the recent pic of him and Hilbilly Jim, where Hogan is 2" shoter than him. I want to see Vegas, JT and Ola squirm baby!!!
Maybe a 1 to 1.25
JT says on 10/May/08
Danimal says on 9/May/08
LV, you should post those two pics on Hogan's page and then PLEASE include the recent pic of him and Hilbilly Jim, where Hogan is 2" shoter than him. I want to see Vegas, JT and Ola squirm baby!!!
Maybe a 1 to 1.25
topdweeb26 said on 10/May/08
Danimal says on 9/May/08
"I want to see Vegas, JT and Ola squirm baby!!!"
Eh... ? All I can say is, that I am REALLY glad I am not Vegas, JT or Ola.
Danimal says on 9/May/08
"I want to see Vegas, JT and Ola squirm baby!!!"
Eh... ? All I can say is, that I am REALLY glad I am not Vegas, JT or Ola.
JT said on 10/May/08
Danimal says on 9/May/08
LV, you should post those two pics on Hogan's page and then PLEASE include the recent pic of him and Hilbilly Jim, where Hogan is 2" shoter than him. I want to see Vegas, JT and Ola squirm baby!!!
Maybe a 1 to 1.25
Danimal says on 9/May/08
LV, you should post those two pics on Hogan's page and then PLEASE include the recent pic of him and Hilbilly Jim, where Hogan is 2" shoter than him. I want to see Vegas, JT and Ola squirm baby!!!
Maybe a 1 to 1.25
Big Show said on 10/May/08
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Here's something interesting. It's the ending of Superbrawl VI where Big Show (as the Giant) has a steel cage match with Hulk Hogan. In the end the steel cage gets swarmed by big men like The One Man Gang, John Tenta and Giant Haystacks. Haystacks looks to be the tallest of them all. He and The One Man Gang could be twin brothers. Unfortunately the video has no sound, so I've only uploaded the last part where the big men come in.
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Here's something interesting. It's the ending of Superbrawl VI where Big Show (as the Giant) has a steel cage match with Hulk Hogan. In the end the steel cage gets swarmed by big men like The One Man Gang, John Tenta and Giant Haystacks. Haystacks looks to be the tallest of them all. He and The One Man Gang could be twin brothers. Unfortunately the video has no sound, so I've only uploaded the last part where the big men come in.
Danimal said on 9/May/08
LV, you should post those two pics on Hogan's page and then PLEASE include the recent pic of him and Hilbilly Jim, where Hogan is 2" shoter than him. I want to see Vegas, JT and Ola squirm baby!!!
LV, you should post those two pics on Hogan's page and then PLEASE include the recent pic of him and Hilbilly Jim, where Hogan is 2" shoter than him. I want to see Vegas, JT and Ola squirm baby!!!
LV said on 9/May/08
I agree about Hogan's height. I've been pretty consistent and think Hogan was just shy of 6'6" barefoot (my guess is 6'5 3/4"). I think he was easily 6'7" in ring gear. That's why Andre never had more than about 5" on him plus Hogan's boots were typically thicker. I think he's around 6'4" now.
I agree about Hogan's height. I've been pretty consistent and think Hogan was just shy of 6'6" barefoot (my guess is 6'5 3/4"). I think he was easily 6'7" in ring gear. That's why Andre never had more than about 5" on him plus Hogan's boots were typically thicker. I think he's around 6'4" now.
Alex2 said on 9/May/08
HBJ was around 6'5-6'6" peak.
HBJ was around 6'5-6'6" peak.
Big Show said on 9/May/08
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Here's a match of Big Show vs. Jim Duggan from 1996. Big Show looks a hell of a lot taller than Duggan. That chokeslam at the end looks pretty cool, he holds a big guy like Duggan up in the air for a few seconds before dropping him to the mat.
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Here's a match of Big Show vs. Jim Duggan from 1996. Big Show looks a hell of a lot taller than Duggan. That chokeslam at the end looks pretty cool, he holds a big guy like Duggan up in the air for a few seconds before dropping him to the mat.
mike said on 9/May/08
vegas that cyrus dude looks like he could be nathan jones.
vegas that cyrus dude looks like he could be nathan jones.
franz said on 9/May/08
pardon, i think i made a mistake, it's the wrong forum
pardon, i think i made a mistake, it's the wrong forum
Vegas said on 9/May/08
yeah its funny in the first pic hogan is shorter next to mr t Click Here than he was 20 years later in December 2005 but people ain't too quick to point this out Click Here
yeah its funny in the first pic hogan is shorter next to mr t Click Here than he was 20 years later in December 2005 but people ain't too quick to point this out Click Here
Ghost said on 9/May/08
In the first pic of Hogan and Hillbilly Jim Hogan is much closer to the camera giving him atleast an inch of advantage.
I believe Jim was and pretty much is 6'5. Maybe Hogan waas a hair taller, but not much.
In the first pic of Hogan and Hillbilly Jim Hogan is much closer to the camera giving him atleast an inch of advantage.
I believe Jim was and pretty much is 6'5. Maybe Hogan waas a hair taller, but not much.
Danimal said on 9/May/08
ALEX, check this out. Here is VERY RARE footage of Arnold guest posing in 1974 at 260 pounds. This HAS been confirmed by Arnold. WAY ahead of his time: Click Here
ALEX, check this out. Here is VERY RARE footage of Arnold guest posing in 1974 at 260 pounds. This HAS been confirmed by Arnold. WAY ahead of his time: Click Here
LV said on 9/May/08
Ola says on 8/May/08
Danimal, imo hogan wasnt taller than hillbilly jim. dont you have any pic to prove your claim?
Ola, you are frustrating. We've been discussing Hogan and HBJ on Hogan's page for weeks (you've been a part of these discussions as well) yet you're asking to see pictures of Hogan taller than HBJ?! Well here they are...again (Click Here) and (Click Here).
Ola says on 8/May/08
Danimal, imo hogan wasnt taller than hillbilly jim. dont you have any pic to prove your claim?
Ola, you are frustrating. We've been discussing Hogan and HBJ on Hogan's page for weeks (you've been a part of these discussions as well) yet you're asking to see pictures of Hogan taller than HBJ?! Well here they are...again (Click Here) and (Click Here).
Vegas said on 8/May/08
here is an impressive indie wrestler going by the name of Cyrus, he works for booker t's pwa in houston and is billed at 7ft, i would expect tna or wwe to sign him up in the future Click Here
here is an impressive indie wrestler going by the name of Cyrus, he works for booker t's pwa in houston and is billed at 7ft, i would expect tna or wwe to sign him up in the future Click Here
Danimal said on 8/May/08
Frank says on 8/May/08
Ola , There is a picture on Jim's site where Hogan looks alittle taller
but we dont see Hogans foot wear ??
Yes we do?? Hogan is in TWO pics with HBJ on his website. One from 1985, where Hogan is taller (decked out in white) and the other from 1989, where it's HBJ, Ed Leslie and Hogan. Hogan towering Ed and again, taller than HBJ and in that pic we DO see his shoes. There is yet ANOTHER pic of them from 1985 where Hogan has his arms around Hilbilly. Hogan is in a cut sleeve blue jogging tank top. Yet again, Hogan is taller. There was a reason he was billed 6'8" and Hilbilly 6'7". Legit height were 6'6" and 6'5" respectively. What's most interesting and sad is to see the recent pic of Hogan next to HBJ on his page, where Hogan is about 2" shorter than HBJ. That sealed the deal for me when I saw that on there 2-3 years ago.
Frank says on 8/May/08
Ola , There is a picture on Jim's site where Hogan looks alittle taller
but we dont see Hogans foot wear ??
Yes we do?? Hogan is in TWO pics with HBJ on his website. One from 1985, where Hogan is taller (decked out in white) and the other from 1989, where it's HBJ, Ed Leslie and Hogan. Hogan towering Ed and again, taller than HBJ and in that pic we DO see his shoes. There is yet ANOTHER pic of them from 1985 where Hogan has his arms around Hilbilly. Hogan is in a cut sleeve blue jogging tank top. Yet again, Hogan is taller. There was a reason he was billed 6'8" and Hilbilly 6'7". Legit height were 6'6" and 6'5" respectively. What's most interesting and sad is to see the recent pic of Hogan next to HBJ on his page, where Hogan is about 2" shorter than HBJ. That sealed the deal for me when I saw that on there 2-3 years ago.
Big Show said on 8/May/08
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Now this ain't really good for any height comparison (we already got one between these two anyway), but it's cool to see another confrontation between Big Show & Giant Haystacks.
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Now this ain't really good for any height comparison (we already got one between these two anyway), but it's cool to see another confrontation between Big Show & Giant Haystacks.
Big Show said on 8/May/08
Big Ron Studd & Chris Benoit
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Chris Benoit with about 2 inches on Mean Gene Okerlund.
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Big Ron Studd & Chris Benoit
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Chris Benoit with about 2 inches on Mean Gene Okerlund.
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Rantsrob said on 8/May/08
Ola says on 8/May/08
Ghost plz learn something: if a wrestler claims something about his weight or height: ignore it!
Please learn to stay away from this site
Ola says on 8/May/08
Ghost plz learn something: if a wrestler claims something about his weight or height: ignore it!
Please learn to stay away from this site
Ghost said on 8/May/08
Ola,
I didn't say I believe that Tenta ever was 6'7.
Ola,
I didn't say I believe that Tenta ever was 6'7.
Frank said on 8/May/08
Ola , There is a picture on Jim's site where Hogan looks alittle taller
but we dont see Hogans foot wear ??
Ola , There is a picture on Jim's site where Hogan looks alittle taller
but we dont see Hogans foot wear ??
topdweeb26 said on 8/May/08
Ola: some how I think Big Show's basketball measurements hold a little more water than your opinion. I mean, college basketball is a legitimate sport, it's not a circus like the WWE is where they do nothing but exaggerate.
Ola: some how I think Big Show's basketball measurements hold a little more water than your opinion. I mean, college basketball is a legitimate sport, it's not a circus like the WWE is where they do nothing but exaggerate.
Ghost said on 8/May/08
Ola,
So Tenta lost height but Andre never did? Remember that Earthquake always wore very flat boots atleast in his WWF days.
I remember Tenta saying that he used to be 6'7 but had gone down to 6'6. That seems to be a bit of a stretch.
Ola,
So Tenta lost height but Andre never did? Remember that Earthquake always wore very flat boots atleast in his WWF days.
I remember Tenta saying that he used to be 6'7 but had gone down to 6'6. That seems to be a bit of a stretch.
Danimal said on 8/May/08
We know that Tenta appeared shorter than Hilbilly Jim and YET Hogan was taller than Hilbilly in the 1980's. Would have loved to see a PRIME Hogan have a face-off with a beaten down 2008 Big Show. He would have matched up to him the way he matched up to Andre in 1987.
We know that Tenta appeared shorter than Hilbilly Jim and YET Hogan was taller than Hilbilly in the 1980's. Would have loved to see a PRIME Hogan have a face-off with a beaten down 2008 Big Show. He would have matched up to him the way he matched up to Andre in 1987.
JT said on 7/May/08
Vegas says on 6/May/08
John Tenta aka earthquake and big show, hard to pinpoint the date of that pic though, the little guy is also a pro-wrestler btw (i forgot his name) Click Here
That's a great pic Vegas. It looks like around 1997-1998 or so, as Big Show's starting to put on some weight. Tenta was only in his mid-30s then. That kid's probably around 5'7"-5'8". Tenta and Haystacks would have matched up well height-wise, with Tenta at most an inch shorter. Click Here
Vegas says on 6/May/08
John Tenta aka earthquake and big show, hard to pinpoint the date of that pic though, the little guy is also a pro-wrestler btw (i forgot his name) Click Here
That's a great pic Vegas. It looks like around 1997-1998 or so, as Big Show's starting to put on some weight. Tenta was only in his mid-30s then. That kid's probably around 5'7"-5'8". Tenta and Haystacks would have matched up well height-wise, with Tenta at most an inch shorter. Click Here
Rantsrob said on 7/May/08
A 6'11'' bigshow is not hard to believe but he probably was 7' plus at one point. The mike piture should be removed, as it is very deciving.
A 6'11'' bigshow is not hard to believe but he probably was 7' plus at one point. The mike piture should be removed, as it is very deciving.
Alex2 said on 7/May/08
Ola it is not impossible that Show was close to 7'1" at peak, just look at him in WCW, he was huge! Today id say 6'11-6'11.5" though.
Ola it is not impossible that Show was close to 7'1" at peak, just look at him in WCW, he was huge! Today id say 6'11-6'11.5" though.
Danimal said on 7/May/08
Ola says on 7/May/08
you're right danimal! ;)
Thank you Ola. That means a lot to me coming from you ;)
Ola says on 7/May/08
you're right danimal! ;)
Thank you Ola. That means a lot to me coming from you ;)
Ghost said on 7/May/08
Ola,
You seem to act like like every measurement ever was a fraud. there are legit measurements. Tenta being measured as 6'5.75 is one of those. In sumo they measure and weigh every contestant. It's not like the WWF where they just announce an overblown height and weight billing. Tenta being measured as almost 6'6 in sumo is alot better evidence of his height than how tall he appeared next to Hogan or warrior in the ring.
Also Bigh Show WAS listed 7'1 in college football. I think he could have been 7'05 in his prime.
And saying Mamun is 5'6,5 is ridicolous. Why would he lie? You just seem to deperately want everybody to shorter. It's strange.
Ola,
You seem to act like like every measurement ever was a fraud. there are legit measurements. Tenta being measured as 6'5.75 is one of those. In sumo they measure and weigh every contestant. It's not like the WWF where they just announce an overblown height and weight billing. Tenta being measured as almost 6'6 in sumo is alot better evidence of his height than how tall he appeared next to Hogan or warrior in the ring.
Also Bigh Show WAS listed 7'1 in college football. I think he could have been 7'05 in his prime.
And saying Mamun is 5'6,5 is ridicolous. Why would he lie? You just seem to deperately want everybody to shorter. It's strange.
topdweeb26 said on 7/May/08
Ola says on 6/May/08
"big show would be like nearly 7'1 if tenta is 6'6"
Paul Wight was listed as 7' 1 in college basketball... I bet that is because he was close to 7' 1... I dunno, just what I would logically conclude... oh hey, that would make Tenta 6' 6, just like LSU said he was measured at... gee, could this all just be coincidence???
Ola says on 6/May/08
"big show would be like nearly 7'1 if tenta is 6'6"
Paul Wight was listed as 7' 1 in college basketball... I bet that is because he was close to 7' 1... I dunno, just what I would logically conclude... oh hey, that would make Tenta 6' 6, just like LSU said he was measured at... gee, could this all just be coincidence???
Gollum said on 7/May/08
Very Well said Danimal
Very Well said Danimal
MK said on 7/May/08
Danimal says on 7/May/08
To get serious for a second here. I used to frequent Tenta's website, where he used to post all the time. He was such a nice man. I remember distinctly him saying that he his cancer that was in remission had just resurfaced, but that he was going to beat it for good this time and he was SO optomistic. It's really sad to know that it got the better of him. Whether he was 6'4", 6'5" or 6'6" he had a HUGE heart and had such courage. That is what he should be remembered by.
Well said.
Danimal says on 7/May/08
To get serious for a second here. I used to frequent Tenta's website, where he used to post all the time. He was such a nice man. I remember distinctly him saying that he his cancer that was in remission had just resurfaced, but that he was going to beat it for good this time and he was SO optomistic. It's really sad to know that it got the better of him. Whether he was 6'4", 6'5" or 6'6" he had a HUGE heart and had such courage. That is what he should be remembered by.
Well said.
mike said on 7/May/08
big shows peak would have to had been during his run in wcw.big show i believe was a legit 7,1" then ,now 6,11.5".
big shows peak would have to had been during his run in wcw.big show i believe was a legit 7,1" then ,now 6,11.5".
Danimal said on 7/May/08
To get serious for a second here. I used to frequent Tenta's website, where he used to post all the time. He was such a nice man. I remember distinctly him saying that he his cancer that was in remission had just resurfaced, but that he was going to beat it for good this time and he was SO optomistic. It's really sad to know that it got the better of him. Whether he was 6'4", 6'5" or 6'6" he had a HUGE heart and had such courage. That is what he should be remembered by.
To get serious for a second here. I used to frequent Tenta's website, where he used to post all the time. He was such a nice man. I remember distinctly him saying that he his cancer that was in remission had just resurfaced, but that he was going to beat it for good this time and he was SO optomistic. It's really sad to know that it got the better of him. Whether he was 6'4", 6'5" or 6'6" he had a HUGE heart and had such courage. That is what he should be remembered by.
davo said on 7/May/08
if that guy is 6.1 o the lft then big show is now way 7 feet. more like 6'8'', 6'9'' maybe
if that guy is 6.1 o the lft then big show is now way 7 feet. more like 6'8'', 6'9'' maybe
Gollum said on 6/May/08
I want to see chris or vegas do a line thing with kurrgan, silva, andre tenta and show now that we have this pic.
I want to see chris or vegas do a line thing with kurrgan, silva, andre tenta and show now that we have this pic.
Alex said on 6/May/08
They always say with Big Show and Kane, we have 2 7-footers here while Kane isn't a legit 7 footer. They really want us to believe they are the same height.
They always say with Big Show and Kane, we have 2 7-footers here while Kane isn't a legit 7 footer. They really want us to believe they are the same height.
Alex said on 6/May/08
Danimal, thats the thing, When you bulk up you're going to have higher body fat. Thats why I kidna fear of getting to 220-225lbs since I know I'd end up being at least 16-17% body fat. Right now I am 11-12% so if I could get up to 205-210lbs without putting on any body fat which would be tough then I'd be happy.
So this girl is into working out a lot? The whole dieting thing or just naturally in good shape? How does she look?
Danimal, thats the thing, When you bulk up you're going to have higher body fat. Thats why I kidna fear of getting to 220-225lbs since I know I'd end up being at least 16-17% body fat. Right now I am 11-12% so if I could get up to 205-210lbs without putting on any body fat which would be tough then I'd be happy.
So this girl is into working out a lot? The whole dieting thing or just naturally in good shape? How does she look?
topdweeb26 said on 6/May/08
Ola: oh please. You're the one always telling Mamum he looks 5' 6 not 5' 8... and you obviously know better since you know him better than himself. You are now saying Tenta was 6' 4 even though LSU said he was recently measured at 6' 6. But, if you noticed, Tenta looks slightly taller than Vegas' 6 '4 friend... I suppose now you're going to say that know his friend better than he does, and his friend is really only 6' 2. Hell, while we're at it, we might as well all forget about measuring ourselves, we should just simply go by what you say our height is.
Ola: oh please. You're the one always telling Mamum he looks 5' 6 not 5' 8... and you obviously know better since you know him better than himself. You are now saying Tenta was 6' 4 even though LSU said he was recently measured at 6' 6. But, if you noticed, Tenta looks slightly taller than Vegas' 6 '4 friend... I suppose now you're going to say that know his friend better than he does, and his friend is really only 6' 2. Hell, while we're at it, we might as well all forget about measuring ourselves, we should just simply go by what you say our height is.
Big Show said on 6/May/08
Nice find there Vegas, I've been looking for Big Show's match with John Tenta for some time now to see how they measure up against each other. They squared off against one and other on Nitro in July 1996. Although the pic is clearly from a later date as Big Show was a lot leaner in 1996.
Nice find there Vegas, I've been looking for Big Show's match with John Tenta for some time now to see how they measure up against each other. They squared off against one and other on Nitro in July 1996. Although the pic is clearly from a later date as Big Show was a lot leaner in 1996.
topdweeb26 said on 6/May/08
Vegas: that makes sense, based on that pic, it does look like he slightly edges out your 6' 4 friend, so I think it's accurate. And that LSU article said he was recently measured at 6' 6, so he had to be close to that.. amazing how tiny he looks compared to Wight. I mean, he Tenta wasn't a small man by any means, but Wight makes him look short and Wight is so massive, that he makes "Earthquake" look more like a tremor.
Vegas: that makes sense, based on that pic, it does look like he slightly edges out your 6' 4 friend, so I think it's accurate. And that LSU article said he was recently measured at 6' 6, so he had to be close to that.. amazing how tiny he looks compared to Wight. I mean, he Tenta wasn't a small man by any means, but Wight makes him look short and Wight is so massive, that he makes "Earthquake" look more like a tremor.
Vegas said on 6/May/08
John Tenta aka earthquake and big show, hard to pinpoint the date of that pic though, the little guy is also a pro-wrestler btw (i forgot his name) Click Here
for those you will no doubt come on here and say either tenta lost height due to bladder cancer lol or old age/weight gain etc (42 when he died) or was never the 198cm he was measured at in sumo, please read here and direct your complaints to the LSU sports dept :) Click Here
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John Tenta aka earthquake and big show, hard to pinpoint the date of that pic though, the little guy is also a pro-wrestler btw (i forgot his name) Click Here
for those you will no doubt come on here and say either tenta lost height due to bladder cancer lol or old age/weight gain etc (42 when he died) or was never the 198cm he was measured at in sumo, please read here and direct your complaints to the LSU sports dept :) Click Here
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KingNick said on 6/May/08
Kevin Durant , are you talking about Kane in lifts or barefoot?
Kevin Durant , are you talking about Kane in lifts or barefoot?
Kevin Durant said on 6/May/08
Great Khali 7'3
Big Show 7'1
Kane 6'11
Undertaker 6'7.5"
Viscera 6'6.5"
Chuck Palumbo 6'5"
Gene Snitsky 6'5
JBL 6'5.5"
Batista 6'3"
Great Khali 7'3
Big Show 7'1
Kane 6'11
Undertaker 6'7.5"
Viscera 6'6.5"
Chuck Palumbo 6'5"
Gene Snitsky 6'5
JBL 6'5.5"
Batista 6'3"
topdweeb26 said on 6/May/08
Viper: but believe me, I am gonna see if I can somehow get a pic of him with some type of reference frame that can show off/validate his height. Because I know most of you won't believe me otherwise, which I don't blame you. One thing I have thought about and noticed though, is that he doesn't seem to suffer from acromegaly. Like he doesn't have any of the facial feature associated with acromegaly, and he walks normally, not like Khali, but more like Big Show. I think he is just naturally that tall without any disease.
Viper: but believe me, I am gonna see if I can somehow get a pic of him with some type of reference frame that can show off/validate his height. Because I know most of you won't believe me otherwise, which I don't blame you. One thing I have thought about and noticed though, is that he doesn't seem to suffer from acromegaly. Like he doesn't have any of the facial feature associated with acromegaly, and he walks normally, not like Khali, but more like Big Show. I think he is just naturally that tall without any disease.
Viper said on 6/May/08
topdweeb, ask that guy for a pic.
topdweeb, ask that guy for a pic.
KingNick said on 6/May/08
topdweeb26 and Alex, completely agree about Show/Kane. That drives me nuts too.
topdweeb26 and Alex, completely agree about Show/Kane. That drives me nuts too.
Danimal said on 6/May/08
Alex, I got up to 220 pounds in November. I just started dating this new very hot girl, who is in SICK shape, so, I've decided to cut back a little bit and am now down to 205 pounds. For my height and muscle mass, I think a perfect weight for me is somewhere between 180 and 190 pounds. At a higher bodyweight, I have larger measurements (17 3/4" bicep, 47" chest, 27" thighs), but my bodyfat count is too high.
Alex, I got up to 220 pounds in November. I just started dating this new very hot girl, who is in SICK shape, so, I've decided to cut back a little bit and am now down to 205 pounds. For my height and muscle mass, I think a perfect weight for me is somewhere between 180 and 190 pounds. At a higher bodyweight, I have larger measurements (17 3/4" bicep, 47" chest, 27" thighs), but my bodyfat count is too high.
Gollum said on 5/May/08
Here is what I think they should bill the taller wrestlers:
Great Khali 7'3
Big Show 7'1
Kane 6'11
Undertaker 6'10
Viscera 6'9
Chuck Pulumbo 6'7
Snisky 6'7
JBL 6'6.5
Batista 6'5
Mind you I said bill. I do not believe heights on these wrestlers, I just think it would make more sense in comparison.
Here is what I think they should bill the taller wrestlers:
Great Khali 7'3
Big Show 7'1
Kane 6'11
Undertaker 6'10
Viscera 6'9
Chuck Pulumbo 6'7
Snisky 6'7
JBL 6'6.5
Batista 6'5
Mind you I said bill. I do not believe heights on these wrestlers, I just think it would make more sense in comparison.
Alex said on 5/May/08
Topdweeb, its still annoying that when they had Big Show vs Kane on ECW and did the tale of the tape and had they both at 7'0 but in the ring Big Show was at least 4 inches taller. Who are they trying to fool?! LOL
Topdweeb, its still annoying that when they had Big Show vs Kane on ECW and did the tale of the tape and had they both at 7'0 but in the ring Big Show was at least 4 inches taller. Who are they trying to fool?! LOL
Alex said on 5/May/08
Well I am 3-3.25 inches taller if we're using our max heights during the day but I never claim my max height.
Well I am 3-3.25 inches taller if we're using our max heights during the day but I never claim my max height.
Alex said on 5/May/08
Danimal, well some nights you'll sleep longer which can cause you to be slightly taller out of bed.
Right now I actually lost a bit of weight and went from 200lbs down to 195lbs but I was thinking maybe of getting to 220-225lbs but then risking putting on some body fat but I'd now rather get to 205-210lbs but put on pure muscle.
Danimal, well some nights you'll sleep longer which can cause you to be slightly taller out of bed.
Right now I actually lost a bit of weight and went from 200lbs down to 195lbs but I was thinking maybe of getting to 220-225lbs but then risking putting on some body fat but I'd now rather get to 205-210lbs but put on pure muscle.
Danimal said on 5/May/08
Alex, I hit 5'9 3/4" today right out of bed! I haven't seen this height in 3 years. I was consistently either 5'9 3/4, 5'9 7/8 or 5'10" up until 27. Since then, my tallest was 5'9.5" (until recently that is). Now I was 5'9 5/8" a week ago and 5'9 3/4" over the weekend!! I'm growing at 30, or at least regaining some of my lost height!!
Alex, I hit 5'9 3/4" today right out of bed! I haven't seen this height in 3 years. I was consistently either 5'9 3/4, 5'9 7/8 or 5'10" up until 27. Since then, my tallest was 5'9.5" (until recently that is). Now I was 5'9 5/8" a week ago and 5'9 3/4" over the weekend!! I'm growing at 30, or at least regaining some of my lost height!!
topdweeb26 said on 5/May/08
Big Show: more than likely. Remember Kane is billed at 7' and he is most likely 6' 7 or 6' 8. Big Show is probably the only legit 7' footer who is billed at 7'.
Big Show: more than likely. Remember Kane is billed at 7' and he is most likely 6' 7 or 6' 8. Big Show is probably the only legit 7' footer who is billed at 7'.
Vegas said on 5/May/08
the WWE already have Mike Jarvi aka Giant Titan on their books down in Florida and he a legit 6'11 330lb (thats what i am hearing anyway), i believe he is being billed as 7ft 2 down there. There doesn't seem to be any move to bring him to the WWE despite being there since October of last year.
ryan wilson had a very good gimmick (Jacob Duncan) and seemed certain to be called up given his size but he was let go, look for him to turn up as Cornettes new bodyguard in TNA very soon
the WWE already have Mike Jarvi aka Giant Titan on their books down in Florida and he a legit 6'11 330lb (thats what i am hearing anyway), i believe he is being billed as 7ft 2 down there. There doesn't seem to be any move to bring him to the WWE despite being there since October of last year.
ryan wilson had a very good gimmick (Jacob Duncan) and seemed certain to be called up given his size but he was let go, look for him to turn up as Cornettes new bodyguard in TNA very soon
Big Show said on 5/May/08
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That 7' for the new wrestler WWE signed is probably exagerrated. He doesn't look that tall to me. He's signed to a developmental contract, so it's not even sure he'll make it to the main roster.
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That 7' for the new wrestler WWE signed is probably exagerrated. He doesn't look that tall to me. He's signed to a developmental contract, so it's not even sure he'll make it to the main roster.
Big Show said on 5/May/08
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Apparently the WWE has signed a new tall guy, who was billed at 7' in WWC. I've never heard of this guy, but let's see if he's any good. It'll probably take another couple of months before he will be send to the main roster.
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Apparently the WWE has signed a new tall guy, who was billed at 7' in WWC. I've never heard of this guy, but let's see if he's any good. It'll probably take another couple of months before he will be send to the main roster.
mike said on 4/May/08
big show 6,11.5" khali 7,2".i say 2.5 inch difference.
big show 6,11.5" khali 7,2".i say 2.5 inch difference.
Danimal said on 4/May/08
Alex, I'm freaking out, because just this morning I hit a fraction under 5'9 3/4" first thing in the morning. I haven't been this tall in 3 years. Up until 3 years ago, I was averaging between 5'9 3/4", 5'9 7/8" and 5'10". Since then the tallest I was seeing was 5'9.5" until recently. As I mentioned, I was 5'9 5/8" a few days ago and this morning a fraction under 5'9 3/4". I was certain that would never reach the same height I was at 27, but now at 30, I'm creeping back up to it!! So, you're exactly 3" taller than me Alex. BTW, I'm down from 220 to about 205-207 now. Shedding some serious pounds! What are you weighing these days?
Alex, I'm freaking out, because just this morning I hit a fraction under 5'9 3/4" first thing in the morning. I haven't been this tall in 3 years. Up until 3 years ago, I was averaging between 5'9 3/4", 5'9 7/8" and 5'10". Since then the tallest I was seeing was 5'9.5" until recently. As I mentioned, I was 5'9 5/8" a few days ago and this morning a fraction under 5'9 3/4". I was certain that would never reach the same height I was at 27, but now at 30, I'm creeping back up to it!! So, you're exactly 3" taller than me Alex. BTW, I'm down from 220 to about 205-207 now. Shedding some serious pounds! What are you weighing these days?
Alex said on 3/May/08
Danimal, right out of bed I'd have a bit over 3 inches on you since I hit 6'0.75 and even at times I have hit 6'1 right out of bed.
Danimal, right out of bed I'd have a bit over 3 inches on you since I hit 6'0.75 and even at times I have hit 6'1 right out of bed.
Frank said on 2/May/08
I doubt Nimoy is 6ft 1 like some people claim
I doubt Nimoy is 6ft 1 like some people claim
Anon2008 said on 2/May/08
Shatner with sandals. I have Columbia sandals that have a heel a little over one inch.
Shatner with sandals. I have Columbia sandals that have a heel a little over one inch.
Vegas said on 2/May/08
each of the male crew members wore the same footwear in star trek, a type of heeled boot that is visible in this photo Click Here
you can't claim huge lifts here :) Click Here
making shatner taller was the least of the producers worries, they had no money for season 3 and every day the feared cancellation
each of the male crew members wore the same footwear in star trek, a type of heeled boot that is visible in this photo Click Here
you can't claim huge lifts here :) Click Here
making shatner taller was the least of the producers worries, they had no money for season 3 and every day the feared cancellation
Frank said on 1/May/08
I doubt Jim Ross lost 4 inches and William Shatner wore Big Heels when he was in the ring with Lawler and he had his pants lenth real long so you dont see the size of his heel real good
I doubt Jim Ross lost 4 inches and William Shatner wore Big Heels when he was in the ring with Lawler and he had his pants lenth real long so you dont see the size of his heel real good
Anonymous said on 1/May/08
Vegas. shatner wore HUGE Lifts on Star treck. 5'7. Mike in the above picture has to be standing on something.
Vegas. shatner wore HUGE Lifts on Star treck. 5'7. Mike in the above picture has to be standing on something.
Danimal said on 1/May/08
I say Jim Ross was a tad shy of 6'0" in his younger days.
I say Jim Ross was a tad shy of 6'0" in his younger days.
Danimal said on 1/May/08
Alex2 says on 1/May/08
Danimal, im exactly 5'9.75" no less out of bed and 5'9.25" for the rest of the day.
We're pretty much the exact same height Alex2.
Alex2 says on 1/May/08
Danimal, im exactly 5'9.75" no less out of bed and 5'9.25" for the rest of the day.
We're pretty much the exact same height Alex2.
Danimal said on 1/May/08
Alex, I do as Glenn does. I tell them my top height. Kinda weird to say that I am 5'9 5/8", so I say 5'9.5"-5'10". A legit 5'10" guy who is measured at 5'10" at night will probably have a little more than an inch on me at night. So, it can get complicated.
Alex, I do as Glenn does. I tell them my top height. Kinda weird to say that I am 5'9 5/8", so I say 5'9.5"-5'10". A legit 5'10" guy who is measured at 5'10" at night will probably have a little more than an inch on me at night. So, it can get complicated.
Alex said on 1/May/08
Danimal, some days you'll be slighly taller or shorter out of bed. Depends on how long you sleep or something. When asked your height you tell people your out of bed height? I tend to go with the lowest height of the day, that or midday. I never claim my out of bed height.
Danimal, some days you'll be slighly taller or shorter out of bed. Depends on how long you sleep or something. When asked your height you tell people your out of bed height? I tend to go with the lowest height of the day, that or midday. I never claim my out of bed height.
Alex2 said on 1/May/08
Danimal, im exactly 5'9.75" no less out of bed and 5'9.25" for the rest of the day.
Danimal, im exactly 5'9.75" no less out of bed and 5'9.25" for the rest of the day.
Vegas said on 1/May/08
jerry lawler walked right by me on the street in new york in 2002 after an episode of Raw in MSG, 5'10 would be about right, lawler had a few inches on william shatner in the ring in the mid 1990s, shatner is probably around 5'8 or 5'9 given that he wasn't that much shorter than 6ftish nimoy in star trek.
jim ross looks more than 5'8 here next to paul barer and taker in 1996 Click Here
jerry lawler walked right by me on the street in new york in 2002 after an episode of Raw in MSG, 5'10 would be about right, lawler had a few inches on william shatner in the ring in the mid 1990s, shatner is probably around 5'8 or 5'9 given that he wasn't that much shorter than 6ftish nimoy in star trek.
jim ross looks more than 5'8 here next to paul barer and taker in 1996 Click Here
Shaq is 7'1" said on 30/Apr/08
Yeah the college basketball listing does mean he's probably around 7 feet. Thanks.
Yeah the college basketball listing does mean he's probably around 7 feet. Thanks.
Danimal said on 30/Apr/08
Jim Ross was taller than a legit 5'10" Jerry Lawler. Just stop already OLA. NO ONE takes you seriously OLA. NO ONE.
Jim Ross was taller than a legit 5'10" Jerry Lawler. Just stop already OLA. NO ONE takes you seriously OLA. NO ONE.
Danimal said on 30/Apr/08
Alex, btw, I just measured myself this morning and I'm back up to 177cm, which is exactly 5'9 5/8" (half way point between 5'9.5"-5'9 3/4")!!!!!
Alex, btw, I just measured myself this morning and I'm back up to 177cm, which is exactly 5'9 5/8" (half way point between 5'9.5"-5'9 3/4")!!!!!
Alex2 said on 30/Apr/08
Ola, dude seriously are you smoking something? Jim Ross is easily 5'11, 5'8? Haha thats so sad...Oh and thanks Shaq is 7'1", yea well he was often billed 7'4" in WCW, but I thibk he worse some lifts in his WCW days, so he could have gotten away with 7'4" i guess.
Ola, dude seriously are you smoking something? Jim Ross is easily 5'11, 5'8? Haha thats so sad...Oh and thanks Shaq is 7'1", yea well he was often billed 7'4" in WCW, but I thibk he worse some lifts in his WCW days, so he could have gotten away with 7'4" i guess.
topdweeb26 said on 30/Apr/08
Brah: I'd say that if 7' 1 was Big Show's height in shoes in basketball, then he was probably 7' barefeet. I have never seen b-ball shoes give 1.5 inches in height, that's quite a bit, especially for those type of shoes. 1 inch I can believe. I have a pair of running shoes (yeah I know it's not basketball) that only give me about 1/2" in height.
Brah: I'd say that if 7' 1 was Big Show's height in shoes in basketball, then he was probably 7' barefeet. I have never seen b-ball shoes give 1.5 inches in height, that's quite a bit, especially for those type of shoes. 1 inch I can believe. I have a pair of running shoes (yeah I know it's not basketball) that only give me about 1/2" in height.
Alex said on 30/Apr/08
Danimal,I think its worse with downgrading their weight.
Danimal,I think its worse with downgrading their weight.
topdweeb26 said on 30/Apr/08
Shaq is 7' 1: Big Show was tall enough to be listed as 7' 1 in college basketball. Obviously to even be listed as 7' 1 in college ball, he had to be orbiting the 7 foot mark.
Shaq is 7' 1: Big Show was tall enough to be listed as 7' 1 in college basketball. Obviously to even be listed as 7' 1 in college ball, he had to be orbiting the 7 foot mark.
Brah said on 29/Apr/08
Just because WWE bills Big Show at 7 foot does not mean he is under. He was also listed as 7'1" when he played college basketball, alot of people forget that.
If that was his height with shoes on like they do for some players, then he was still at least 6'11.5" back then.
Just because WWE bills Big Show at 7 foot does not mean he is under. He was also listed as 7'1" when he played college basketball, alot of people forget that.
If that was his height with shoes on like they do for some players, then he was still at least 6'11.5" back then.
Da Man said on 29/Apr/08
Shaq is 7'1" says on 29/Apr/08
"Was he ever measured? If he's billed at 7'0" it probably means he's under that because WWE exaggerates the heights a lot."
As Vegas has mentioned numerous times, Big Show was listed at 7'1" by his college basketball team.
Shaq is 7'1" says on 29/Apr/08
"Was he ever measured? If he's billed at 7'0" it probably means he's under that because WWE exaggerates the heights a lot."
As Vegas has mentioned numerous times, Big Show was listed at 7'1" by his college basketball team.
Shaq is 7'1" said on 29/Apr/08
I'll take your word Alex2 because you don't seem to overstate guys. I also think I remember him being billed 7'5" at one point.
I'll take your word Alex2 because you don't seem to overstate guys. I also think I remember him being billed 7'5" at one point.
Rantsrob said on 29/Apr/08
Ola, everyone is intialed to there own opinions but yours are ridiculous. The only thing you do on this site is piss people off. So please stop posting.
,Rantsrob
Ola, everyone is intialed to there own opinions but yours are ridiculous. The only thing you do on this site is piss people off. So please stop posting.
,Rantsrob
Alex2 said on 29/Apr/08
Na, Shaq is 7'1 he is a legit 7 footer or better at once, he has always been underbuilt in WWE for some reason, I believe he was pushing 7'1" at one time in his peak.
Na, Shaq is 7'1 he is a legit 7 footer or better at once, he has always been underbuilt in WWE for some reason, I believe he was pushing 7'1" at one time in his peak.
Danimal said on 29/Apr/08
I've noticed that people are not only lowballing people's height on here, but are also BUTCHERING their weight.
I've noticed that people are not only lowballing people's height on here, but are also BUTCHERING their weight.
topdweeb26 said on 29/Apr/08
Rantsrob: I know, I feel the same way. If anyone is taller, I would say it is Khali, but they are VERY close in height.
Rantsrob: I know, I feel the same way. If anyone is taller, I would say it is Khali, but they are VERY close in height.
Shaq is 7'1" said on 29/Apr/08
Was he ever measured? If he's billed at 7'0" it probably means he's under that because WWE exaggerates the heights a lot.
Was he ever measured? If he's billed at 7'0" it probably means he's under that because WWE exaggerates the heights a lot.
Big Show said on 29/Apr/08
Well if you look up the Wild Samoans on Obsessedwithwrestling, there were only 3 members: Afa, Sika & Samu. Afa was billed as 6'2, Samu as 6'4 and Sika as 6'2. I think Rikashiku is referring to match-up that took place in 1983, where Andre had several tag-team matches against the Wild Samoans. The only match that involved both Rocky Johnson and John Studd and was a 4 on 4 competition was on 16 July 1983 where Andre, Ivan Putski, Jay Strongbow and Rocky Johnson teamed against John Studd and the 3 members of the Wild Samoans.
Well if you look up the Wild Samoans on Obsessedwithwrestling, there were only 3 members: Afa, Sika & Samu. Afa was billed as 6'2, Samu as 6'4 and Sika as 6'2. I think Rikashiku is referring to match-up that took place in 1983, where Andre had several tag-team matches against the Wild Samoans. The only match that involved both Rocky Johnson and John Studd and was a 4 on 4 competition was on 16 July 1983 where Andre, Ivan Putski, Jay Strongbow and Rocky Johnson teamed against John Studd and the 3 members of the Wild Samoans.
Vegas said on 29/Apr/08
the only samula i know was the same guy who played samu in the headshrinkers and he was approx the same height as 6'1ish rikishi (whom i met in person)
the only samula i know was the same guy who played samu in the headshrinkers and he was approx the same height as 6'1ish rikishi (whom i met in person)
Rikashiku said on 29/Apr/08
what was the billed heights of the wild samoans. i know Samula is the tallest at 6'7 but he wasnt always used as a wreslter but as a body guard. and he really was 6'7. hes got half a head on the rock who listed at 6'3.
if you get their heights. i think i can get john studs height and Andre the Giants.
ive gots a vid of all WS and JS vs Andre, Rocky Johnson and 2 other guys.
what was the billed heights of the wild samoans. i know Samula is the tallest at 6'7 but he wasnt always used as a wreslter but as a body guard. and he really was 6'7. hes got half a head on the rock who listed at 6'3.
if you get their heights. i think i can get john studs height and Andre the Giants.
ive gots a vid of all WS and JS vs Andre, Rocky Johnson and 2 other guys.
Vegas said on 29/Apr/08
KingNick says on 28/Apr/08
JT, thanks for the pics. Studd looks a minimum of 1" taller to me. That pic with Fralic tho is really driving me nuts. I wish I could see their footwear
you don't really have to see footwear, mene gene is a good comparison between the guys Click Here
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fralic was also listed at 6'4.5" (more than likely his barefoot draft measurement, the 6'5 rounding up) Click Here
KingNick says on 28/Apr/08
JT, thanks for the pics. Studd looks a minimum of 1" taller to me. That pic with Fralic tho is really driving me nuts. I wish I could see their footwear
you don't really have to see footwear, mene gene is a good comparison between the guys Click Here
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fralic was also listed at 6'4.5" (more than likely his barefoot draft measurement, the 6'5 rounding up) Click Here
Danimal said on 29/Apr/08
Vegas says on 28/Apr/08
Ola; the other dude in this photo is 280-285lb 6'5 bill fralic of the nfl Click Here
that is how a 285lb man matches up with studd, obviously studd was nowhere close to his 6'10 billing (he wasn't over 6'6 in truth) but studd was easily in the 330lb+ looking at him next to fralic
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Oh really? He wasn't over 6'6"??? According to YOU Vegas. That is NOT a fact and buddy, he was a hell of a lot heavier than 330 pounds. Minimum 360 pounds.
Vegas says on 28/Apr/08
Ola; the other dude in this photo is 280-285lb 6'5 bill fralic of the nfl Click Here
that is how a 285lb man matches up with studd, obviously studd was nowhere close to his 6'10 billing (he wasn't over 6'6 in truth) but studd was easily in the 330lb+ looking at him next to fralic
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Oh really? He wasn't over 6'6"??? According to YOU Vegas. That is NOT a fact and buddy, he was a hell of a lot heavier than 330 pounds. Minimum 360 pounds.
JT said on 29/Apr/08
KingNick says on 28/Apr/08
JT, thanks for the pics. Studd looks a minimum of 1" taller to me. That pic with Fralic tho is really driving me nuts. I wish I could see their footwear.
Both were in their wrestling gear and on a platform. Fralic had the standard 1980s wrestling boots on. Click Here It wasn't too bright of WWF to get those two guys together.
Here's a pic of Studd with Mr. T Click Here though Studd is closer to the camera. Here's one of Studd in cowboy boots and Vince and Ken Patera Click Here which at least points out how much mass Studd had. This pic from the late 1980s does too Click Here The HGH was really kicking in there. Chris on this site posted pics a while ago of Studd in tennis shoes with around 5 inches on Vince when Studd was attempting to "break" the world bench press record.
KingNick says on 28/Apr/08
JT, thanks for the pics. Studd looks a minimum of 1" taller to me. That pic with Fralic tho is really driving me nuts. I wish I could see their footwear.
Both were in their wrestling gear and on a platform. Fralic had the standard 1980s wrestling boots on. Click Here It wasn't too bright of WWF to get those two guys together.
Here's a pic of Studd with Mr. T Click Here though Studd is closer to the camera. Here's one of Studd in cowboy boots and Vince and Ken Patera Click Here which at least points out how much mass Studd had. This pic from the late 1980s does too Click Here The HGH was really kicking in there. Chris on this site posted pics a while ago of Studd in tennis shoes with around 5 inches on Vince when Studd was attempting to "break" the world bench press record.
topdweeb26 said on 28/Apr/08
Big Show: I kinda gotta disagree with you. I think the reason Big Show didn't use many power moves, is because they wanted Khali to have the upper hand most of the time. I mean, Khali isn't exactly a great wrestler or anything, so they had to let him take control and keep the match at his pace. As for the choke slam, it was more pathetic than Khali's move, because Big Show only uses one hand for that move. Khali gets to use both hands to assist him in lifting the person. Also, it's not easy to choke slam someone just as tall as yourself. Someone who is 6' is easy to lift for someone the height of Big Show. He'd just grab them by the neck, and lift his hand to around his own shoulder's height, and then slam them. With someone as tall as Khali, his hand would have to go way over his head and even then, Khali wouldn't be that high off the ground.
Big Show: I kinda gotta disagree with you. I think the reason Big Show didn't use many power moves, is because they wanted Khali to have the upper hand most of the time. I mean, Khali isn't exactly a great wrestler or anything, so they had to let him take control and keep the match at his pace. As for the choke slam, it was more pathetic than Khali's move, because Big Show only uses one hand for that move. Khali gets to use both hands to assist him in lifting the person. Also, it's not easy to choke slam someone just as tall as yourself. Someone who is 6' is easy to lift for someone the height of Big Show. He'd just grab them by the neck, and lift his hand to around his own shoulder's height, and then slam them. With someone as tall as Khali, his hand would have to go way over his head and even then, Khali wouldn't be that high off the ground.
Rantsrob said on 28/Apr/08
To tell you the truth I struggle to see ANY difference between khali and Show.
To tell you the truth I struggle to see ANY difference between khali and Show.
Rantsrob said on 28/Apr/08
I'd put studd a 6'6'' 330
I'd put studd a 6'6'' 330
KingNick said on 28/Apr/08
JT, thanks for the pics. Studd looks a minimum of 1" taller to me. That pic with Fralic tho is really driving me nuts. I wish I could see their footwear.
topdweeb26, the vid is already gone :>( I'm sure it'll be back tho.
JT, thanks for the pics. Studd looks a minimum of 1" taller to me. That pic with Fralic tho is really driving me nuts. I wish I could see their footwear.
topdweeb26, the vid is already gone :>( I'm sure it'll be back tho.
Vegas said on 28/Apr/08
Ola; the other dude in this photo is 280-285lb 6'5 bill fralic of the nfl Click Here
that is how a 285lb man matches up with studd, obviously studd was nowhere close to his 6'10 billing (he wasn't over 6'6 in truth) but studd was easily in the 330lb+ looking at him next to fralic
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Ola; the other dude in this photo is 280-285lb 6'5 bill fralic of the nfl Click Here
that is how a 285lb man matches up with studd, obviously studd was nowhere close to his 6'10 billing (he wasn't over 6'6 in truth) but studd was easily in the 330lb+ looking at him next to fralic
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Danimal said on 28/Apr/08
Ola, you're such an idiot. I feel arguing with you, is like arguing with someone who has a servere learning disability.
John Studd was billed at 360 pounds until 1984. From 1985-1986 he was billed at 367 pounds. Upon his return in 1989 he was billed at 380 pounds and by 1990, he was said to be up to 405 pounds.
For a 6'7" powerlifter (which he WAS), he was HUGE all around and easily weighed 360-380. He was said to have been down to 320-330 by the mid 90's (the time of his death) and that was due to poor health.
Ola, you're such an idiot. I feel arguing with you, is like arguing with someone who has a servere learning disability.
John Studd was billed at 360 pounds until 1984. From 1985-1986 he was billed at 367 pounds. Upon his return in 1989 he was billed at 380 pounds and by 1990, he was said to be up to 405 pounds.
For a 6'7" powerlifter (which he WAS), he was HUGE all around and easily weighed 360-380. He was said to have been down to 320-330 by the mid 90's (the time of his death) and that was due to poor health.
Danimal said on 28/Apr/08
Ola, you're such an idiot. I feel arguing with you, is like arguing with someone who has a servere learning disability.
John Studd was billed at 360 pounds until 1984. From 1985-1986 he was billed at 367 pounds. Upon his return in 1989 he was billed at 380 pounds and by 1990, he was said to be up to 405 pounds.
For a 6'7" powerlifter (which he WAS), he was HUGE all around and easily weighed 360-380. He was said to have been down to 320-330 by the mid 90's (the time of his death) and that was due to poor health.
Ola, you're such an idiot. I feel arguing with you, is like arguing with someone who has a servere learning disability.
John Studd was billed at 360 pounds until 1984. From 1985-1986 he was billed at 367 pounds. Upon his return in 1989 he was billed at 380 pounds and by 1990, he was said to be up to 405 pounds.
For a 6'7" powerlifter (which he WAS), he was HUGE all around and easily weighed 360-380. He was said to have been down to 320-330 by the mid 90's (the time of his death) and that was due to poor health.
topdweeb26 said on 28/Apr/08
Click Here check it out quick because I'm sure it will be pulled. pause it at 1:53 where they are literally face to face. Big Show and Khali have the same type of footwear. I will come out and say it, there isn't even 1 inch difference between the two! MAYBE just .5" difference.
Click Here check it out quick because I'm sure it will be pulled. pause it at 1:53 where they are literally face to face. Big Show and Khali have the same type of footwear. I will come out and say it, there isn't even 1 inch difference between the two! MAYBE just .5" difference.
Blue Man said on 28/Apr/08
I watched Backlash....i swear there is nothing more than 1 inch between the two...perhaps 6'11.5'' -7 ft is big show's real height. I still remember someone posting something here from a WWE magazine saying khali's height was 7 foot and 3/4 inches. I'd say that is legit....so for the 2 giants....Big show 6'11.5'' and khali at 7 ft and 3/4 inches.
PEACE
I watched Backlash....i swear there is nothing more than 1 inch between the two...perhaps 6'11.5'' -7 ft is big show's real height. I still remember someone posting something here from a WWE magazine saying khali's height was 7 foot and 3/4 inches. I'd say that is legit....so for the 2 giants....Big show 6'11.5'' and khali at 7 ft and 3/4 inches.
PEACE
Alex said on 28/Apr/08
I didn't watch Backlash last night but there is a good photo on WWE.com of them facing off last night and I see no more than just an inch. They still are saying a 7'3 Khali wanting us to think its 3 inches while its only 1.
I didn't watch Backlash last night but there is a good photo on WWE.com of them facing off last night and I see no more than just an inch. They still are saying a 7'3 Khali wanting us to think its 3 inches while its only 1.
Big Show said on 28/Apr/08
Ola says on 27/Apr/08
john studd 380 lbs?! yeah keep dreaming... if the guy was BILLED to 367 how can he possible weighed 380?! he was for sure not even at 300. and hogan 320 lbs danimal? when he was billed to 303... u must be the only one in here who believe some guys were BIGGER than their already ridiculous billed sizes... hogan was maybe around 280 at his heaviest, so plz ... wake up!
In his early WWF-days when Hogan was still a heel he was billed as 320 lbs.
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Above is a wrestling poster from September 1980, where Hogan is billed as 6'8, 320 lbs. During that period he was clearly bigger than during his famous Hulkamania days. However, seeing as they exaggerated his height they probably did the same with his weight.
Ola says on 27/Apr/08
john studd 380 lbs?! yeah keep dreaming... if the guy was BILLED to 367 how can he possible weighed 380?! he was for sure not even at 300. and hogan 320 lbs danimal? when he was billed to 303... u must be the only one in here who believe some guys were BIGGER than their already ridiculous billed sizes... hogan was maybe around 280 at his heaviest, so plz ... wake up!
In his early WWF-days when Hogan was still a heel he was billed as 320 lbs.
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Above is a wrestling poster from September 1980, where Hogan is billed as 6'8, 320 lbs. During that period he was clearly bigger than during his famous Hulkamania days. However, seeing as they exaggerated his height they probably did the same with his weight.
Ghost said on 28/Apr/08
Danimal,
I'm suprised you seem to often buy the wrestlers billed weights or actually think some heavy guys are underbilled weight-wise. Weight is alot more easy to lie about than height.
I think Gang was around 400 lbs but not much over.
Danimal,
I'm suprised you seem to often buy the wrestlers billed weights or actually think some heavy guys are underbilled weight-wise. Weight is alot more easy to lie about than height.
I think Gang was around 400 lbs but not much over.
Danimal said on 28/Apr/08
Alex2 says on 27/Apr/08
You think One Man Gang was over 400lbs Danimal?
I do. As the original One Man Gang (with LONG hair) BEFORE he went to the WWF in 1987, that man was well over 400 pounds. Around the same size as King Kong Bundy. He has since lost weight and is around 350-360 pounds NOW..
Alex2 says on 27/Apr/08
You think One Man Gang was over 400lbs Danimal?
I do. As the original One Man Gang (with LONG hair) BEFORE he went to the WWF in 1987, that man was well over 400 pounds. Around the same size as King Kong Bundy. He has since lost weight and is around 350-360 pounds NOW..
Alex said on 27/Apr/08
Yea, I hope Big Show takes him out but he will since Khali is going to be taking time off anyway. I am a big fan of Big Show and I don't like Khali.
Yea, I hope Big Show takes him out but he will since Khali is going to be taking time off anyway. I am a big fan of Big Show and I don't like Khali.
topdweeb26 said on 27/Apr/08
Now, tonight, finally... we're going to witness the Big Show completely annihilate worthless Khali. Everytime Khali has TV time, he seriously slows down the tempo of the program.
Now, tonight, finally... we're going to witness the Big Show completely annihilate worthless Khali. Everytime Khali has TV time, he seriously slows down the tempo of the program.
Rantsrob said on 27/Apr/08
7 Ft Show barefoot would equal a 7'1'' in ring gear show and Khali would arguably be 7'2'' or more if we all think these are there "Barefoot" heights?
,Rantsrob
7 Ft Show barefoot would equal a 7'1'' in ring gear show and Khali would arguably be 7'2'' or more if we all think these are there "Barefoot" heights?
,Rantsrob
Alex2 said on 27/Apr/08
You think One Man Gang was over 400lbs Danimal?
You think One Man Gang was over 400lbs Danimal?
Danimal said on 27/Apr/08
JT says on 26/Apr/08
KingNick says on 26/Apr/08
Anyone got any pics of staredowns between Hogan and Studd by any chance?
Click Here Nothing else out there that I've come across. Bill Fralic measured up to Studd height-wise every bit as well as Hogan ever did. A mid-1980s Hogan had Fralic by at least 20 lbs. though.
WOW, I'm impressed JT. You posted some NON-biased pics of Studd and Hogan. I believe that Studd was 6'7" legit and Hogan 6'6" (PRE-1990).
JT says on 26/Apr/08
KingNick says on 26/Apr/08
Anyone got any pics of staredowns between Hogan and Studd by any chance?
Click Here Nothing else out there that I've come across. Bill Fralic measured up to Studd height-wise every bit as well as Hogan ever did. A mid-1980s Hogan had Fralic by at least 20 lbs. though.
WOW, I'm impressed JT. You posted some NON-biased pics of Studd and Hogan. I believe that Studd was 6'7" legit and Hogan 6'6" (PRE-1990).
JT said on 26/Apr/08
KingNick says on 26/Apr/08
Anyone got any pics of staredowns between Hogan and Studd by any chance?
Click Here Nothing else out there that I've come across. Bill Fralic measured up to Studd height-wise every bit as well as Hogan ever did. A mid-1980s Hogan had Fralic by at least 20 lbs. though.
KingNick says on 26/Apr/08
Anyone got any pics of staredowns between Hogan and Studd by any chance?
Click Here Nothing else out there that I've come across. Bill Fralic measured up to Studd height-wise every bit as well as Hogan ever did. A mid-1980s Hogan had Fralic by at least 20 lbs. though.
chad said on 26/Apr/08
big show is 7 foot tall, out of note floyd mayweathers biggest bodyguard is 7'1 and the other one is 6'4,any person over 6'4 is just huge in my eyes the biggest person i know is like 6'3 and that is tall enough, what do they eat seriously im 20 and only 5'5.
big show is 7 foot tall, out of note floyd mayweathers biggest bodyguard is 7'1 and the other one is 6'4,any person over 6'4 is just huge in my eyes the biggest person i know is like 6'3 and that is tall enough, what do they eat seriously im 20 and only 5'5.
KingNick said on 26/Apr/08
Anyone got any pics of staredowns between Hogan and Studd by any chance?
Anyone got any pics of staredowns between Hogan and Studd by any chance?
Vegas said on 26/Apr/08
gollum; i met lance hoyt after one of the tna impact shows in orlando last month, he is a big guy alrite, 6'6ish would be a my estimate but he had very large boots on, i took a photos of my friends with him but nobody is standing up straight so its a useless for estimation purposes Click Here
gollum; i met lance hoyt after one of the tna impact shows in orlando last month, he is a big guy alrite, 6'6ish would be a my estimate but he had very large boots on, i took a photos of my friends with him but nobody is standing up straight so its a useless for estimation purposes Click Here
Danimal said on 26/Apr/08
KingNick says on 25/Apr/08
BTW, that Studd/Fralic pic is really interesting, I've never seen that before. They are insanely close in height and it makes me wonder. Is Fralic really 280lbs though? Studd is a monster compared to him! I think they billed Studd at 380
Studd was billed at 367 at WM2. By the time of the 1989 Royal Rumble, he was supposedly up to 405 pounds. I gave him a legit 380 pounds for a 6'7" man. He was BIG all around. 457 pound Akeem did not make Studd look small by any means.
KingNick says on 25/Apr/08
BTW, that Studd/Fralic pic is really interesting, I've never seen that before. They are insanely close in height and it makes me wonder. Is Fralic really 280lbs though? Studd is a monster compared to him! I think they billed Studd at 380
Studd was billed at 367 at WM2. By the time of the 1989 Royal Rumble, he was supposedly up to 405 pounds. I gave him a legit 380 pounds for a 6'7" man. He was BIG all around. 457 pound Akeem did not make Studd look small by any means.
sweet said on 25/Apr/08
big show looks out like 6 Feet 10 3 /4 inch ,and great khali like 7 feet
big show looks out like 6 Feet 10 3 /4 inch ,and great khali like 7 feet
KingNick said on 25/Apr/08
BTW, that Studd/Fralic pic is really interesting, I've never seen that before. They are insanely close in height and it makes me wonder. Is Fralic really 280lbs though? Studd is a monster compared to him! I think they billed Studd at 380
BTW, that Studd/Fralic pic is really interesting, I've never seen that before. They are insanely close in height and it makes me wonder. Is Fralic really 280lbs though? Studd is a monster compared to him! I think they billed Studd at 380
KingNick said on 25/Apr/08
Vegas, good point I gotcha. If you're friend ever gives you permission though I'm sure Rob would put it up.
Gollum, someone on here posted a pic a while back of Abyss with a 6'8" fan, Abyss was about 2" shorter maybe even 3". I couldn't believe it b/c I heard the 6'10" claims too (though I think TNA bills him at 6'8"). He is a bit shorter than Hoyt but it's not by much though, maybe an inch. I certainly don't think Hoyt is 6'9".
Rob, any chance Abyss can get his own page on here?
Vegas, good point I gotcha. If you're friend ever gives you permission though I'm sure Rob would put it up.
Gollum, someone on here posted a pic a while back of Abyss with a 6'8" fan, Abyss was about 2" shorter maybe even 3". I couldn't believe it b/c I heard the 6'10" claims too (though I think TNA bills him at 6'8"). He is a bit shorter than Hoyt but it's not by much though, maybe an inch. I certainly don't think Hoyt is 6'9".
Rob, any chance Abyss can get his own page on here?
Alex2 said on 25/Apr/08
Alex, I don't think weight matters when people refere to "Giant" lol, just look at Wadlow. But anyhow Big Show I guess is a giant and Khali and I guess Kane.
Alex, I don't think weight matters when people refere to "Giant" lol, just look at Wadlow. But anyhow Big Show I guess is a giant and Khali and I guess Kane.
Gollum said on 25/Apr/08
Vegas, you say Festas looks roughly 6'5? Have you ever met lance Hoyt? When I met him he seemed 6'6 and a little taller in boots but at the time they were saying he was 6'9? The funny thing was the people also was saying abyss was 6'10 and he was shorter than Hoyt, I'd say around 6'5 at best.
Vegas, you say Festas looks roughly 6'5? Have you ever met lance Hoyt? When I met him he seemed 6'6 and a little taller in boots but at the time they were saying he was 6'9? The funny thing was the people also was saying abyss was 6'10 and he was shorter than Hoyt, I'd say around 6'5 at best.
Vegas said on 25/Apr/08
guys i don't ask rob to put that photo or my photos because
when you search a wrestler in google images now one of the first things that comes up is the celebheights photo, check it with undertaker and kane, frank is on the first page, alex pops up on page 2 when you google kurt angle
i don't think my friend would be too happy if he saw his photo in google and on website where he didn't give permission :)
photos are photos, look at liam neeson and glenn Click Here nobody can argue neeson is 6'4 but he looks 6ftish with glenn in the top photo, i have a photo where shaq is 4-5 inches taller than kobe, i posted one where lou ferrigno is 6-7 inches max shorter than kareem. The basketball listings and articles me and JT posted are worth a billion photos, if someone honestly believes that a paper would go out of their way to interview a 6'7 guy and then claim him to be the tallest basketballer in the teams history, then they are nuts. If the guy was listed at 7'1 in college he sure ain't under 6'10 and there is no denying that.
i would have no problem sending the articles to rob and he can post them at the top of the page for all to see
guys i don't ask rob to put that photo or my photos because
when you search a wrestler in google images now one of the first things that comes up is the celebheights photo, check it with undertaker and kane, frank is on the first page, alex pops up on page 2 when you google kurt angle
i don't think my friend would be too happy if he saw his photo in google and on website where he didn't give permission :)
photos are photos, look at liam neeson and glenn Click Here nobody can argue neeson is 6'4 but he looks 6ftish with glenn in the top photo, i have a photo where shaq is 4-5 inches taller than kobe, i posted one where lou ferrigno is 6-7 inches max shorter than kareem. The basketball listings and articles me and JT posted are worth a billion photos, if someone honestly believes that a paper would go out of their way to interview a 6'7 guy and then claim him to be the tallest basketballer in the teams history, then they are nuts. If the guy was listed at 7'1 in college he sure ain't under 6'10 and there is no denying that.
i would have no problem sending the articles to rob and he can post them at the top of the page for all to see
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