Road Report: Fairfield, CT
08-13-2006
Joey wins the Ash Creek Baby Back Rib contest with 6.15 pounds of rib meat off the bone in 12 minutes. Chip Simpson places second with 5.80 pounds and Humble Bob took third with 5.05 pounds.
A large crowd of eating fans gathered for the event and cheered as local Lars Anderson handed Joey the Bone-in Rib Wreath that reportedly illuminates the night.
Full Results (minus locals): Joey Chestnut: 6.15 lbs Chip Simpson: 5.8 lbs Bob Shoudt: 5.05 lbs Eater X: 4.15 lbs Justin Mih: 4 lbs Arturo Rios: 3.85 lbs Chris Abatsas: 3.75 lbs Pat Philbin: 3.0 lbs Paul Sakelarides: 2.65 lbs Russ Keeler: 2.45 lbs Crazy Legs Conti: 2.4 lbs William Myers: 2.2 lbs Brian Seiken: 1.65 lbs