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Jeff Fouts - Shreve, Ohio, USA
@ohiobeard216
Bearded since: 2018
Love music and long Harley rides.
MEAN BEARD Motto:
We get one lap, make it count.
Tell us why you have the MEANest BEARD?
The Beard is now part of who I am. I put down the razor years ago, lol!
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Adam Hall - Hansville, WA, USA
@hallandbeard
Bearded since:
August 2nd 2018, 0445
I work as an exterminator. I have 6 kids with 7 on the way. My hobbies are doing things with my hands (not just making babies), fixing things the kids break or working on the car. I'm interested in lots of different things, mostly whatever I can convince my kids into doing, going outside and learning about nature, running the dog around, fishing, exploring and teaching them about the Pacific Northwest.
MEAN BEARD Motto:
The steps you take don't have to be big. They only have to take you in the right direction. I stand for making the world a better place for my kids.
Tell us why you have the MEANest BEARD?
My beard isn't just a beard to me. My oldest son (8yo) is the only one of my kids to remember what I look like without it. I would be doing sit ups with my twin girls (2yo) holding onto my legs and they would be trying to pull me up by my beard while giggling the entire time.
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Doug Browne - Marlton, New Jersey, USA
Bearded since: 1998
First and foremost I am a husband and father of two. I am a union truck driver going on 19 years. Animal lover, huge hockey fan and I enjoy my free time in the gym with my 2 boys. Owner of a rescued pitty.
MEAN BEARD Motto:
Be who YOU want to be not who "they" want you to be, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter, don't mind.
Tell us why you have the MEANest BEARD?
I've had facial hair in some form or another since '98. Caught Whisker Wars on TV and saw these massive long ass beards and literally said to myself "how the hell do you grow a beard that long?" That's when I decided to see how long mine would grow. Just over a year into my journey work I had an issue with the length, journey over. Long story short, started over Sept 2018. A pandemic and a 5 month furlough later, this is my 3 year beard, my threard.
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Kyle Richards - Thornton, CO, USA
@
ktr8690
Bearded since: 2009
I work in the Commerce City division of United Site Services in Colorado. I install waste and water tanks on construction job site trailers. Enjoy working on and riding my motorcycles, currently building a hardtail sportster.
MEAN BEARD Motto:
Treat people the way you'd expect them to treat you, but respect is giving where respect is earned.
Tell us why you have the MEANest BEARD?
Love the length, colors and style of my beard. I'm always getting complements about it.
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Josh Hood -
Chickamauga, GA, USA
@hood78
Bearded since: 2014
I'm a 43 year old Husband (22 years), Father of 2 and Freemason. I'm a professional driver, gamer, musician (in a band with my son) and outdoorsman. I'm happiest with my family, my guitars, a fire, some whiskey and meat cooking on an open flame.
MEAN BEARD Motto:
Make big goals, take small steps and accept nothing that doesn't lead you to the goal you seek, but be humble all the way to the top and don't go alone.
Tell us why you have the MEANest BEARD?
I've always been a little short tempered and very impatient. I've never been one to just let things roll. I've had a beard for quite a while now but decided about 18 months ago I was just going to let it grow. Dealing with it, keeping it going and not giving up on this beard has shown me that I do have patience and I can do things better if I just "let them grow". I've since applied this to many other aspects of my life.
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Jeremy Owens - Tampa, Florida, USA
Bearded since: Backwoods
I have a 5 year old little girl. I love college football and being with family. For work, I am a teacher, I work with special needs kids, I have been doing that for 11 years I love it.
MEAN BEARD Motto:
I love to help other people out.
Tell us why you have the MEANest BEARD?
Well I have had my beard since my little one was born so if I cut it she would not know who I am that is about my beard.
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Shakey Johnson - Fortville, Indiana, USA
Bearded since: 1978
Walking for my health, and raising awareness for Parkinson's and PTSD. Working out. Playing Darts. Doing what doctors say can't be done. The occasional Beard Comp.
MEAN BEARD Motto:
Fight Like A Beast Believe In Yourself.
Tell us why you have the MEANest BEARD?
19 years ago I was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson's Disease and given a terminal diagnosis. It has taken hard work, determination, and persistence, but I am doing what the doctors say can't be done, I'm beating Parkinson's. I also finished therapy for PTSD 16 months ago, I am beating PTSD as well. Nightmares, flashbacks, depression and suicidal thoughts are gone. There's no shame in getting help for your mental health.
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Rayzor Lee - Weld, Maine, USA
@
rayzor1964
Bearded since: 2016
I am a self employed Barber. I have a vintage camper converted to a mobile Barbershop. I also am a direct support care giver for my son who has intellectual disabilities. My hobbies include Beard Competitions, riding my Harley, vintage camping groups and repurposing junk into treasure.
MEAN BEARD Motto:
Live one day at a time. Don't dwell on the past for it cannot be changed. Don't worry about the future for it has not happened. Live for today.
Tell us why you have the MEANest BEARD?
Nearly 6 years ago I made a choice to become a healthier person and learn to love myself. At that time I decided to try and grow a beard, soon realizing that it gave me more self confidence and allowed me to be more outgoing. The bearded world is a wonderful place to be, I have met some amazing folks from all over the world.
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Everyone who enters the contest will be added to the Photo Gallery of Contestants as their grouping is announced. Weekly groupings will come out up until everyone has been featured, which will be by the end of December. Due to the high volume of entries, we will group the entries into collages of 8 and announce groups weekly on MEAN NEWS. Make sure you come back to see more of the contestants!
Who do you think has the MEANest BEARD? Leave a comment below and let us know who your favorite MEAN BEARD is out of 33 to 40. We will be giving away a $100 MEAN BEARD GIFT CARD to one lucky voter/commenter after the Champion is announced early January!
Come back to see & vote on Contestants 41 to 48 coming up soon!
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16 comments
Shakey Johnson is my favorite, with that story he is an inspiration!
Josh Hood is my favorite
I vote for josh from chickamauga Ga….josh is all around great guy has a lot of talents from being a muscisian to knowing a lot about beard growth and treatment I myself struggle with growing a beard josh is the first one I call his beard is full and firm he takes good care of it daily o vote josh Bc I feel he is the best guy for this competition