Ideal Industries Releases Qualifying Board for 2020 Ideal National Championships

Feb 28, 2020

Ideal Industries has officially released the competition qualifying board for the 2020 Ideal National Championships.

You can purchase the board (Part No. Y-140) from participating distributors now.

The 2020 IDEAL Nationals will take place November 4-6 at Music City Centre, located in the heart of Downtown Nashville. This change in venue is just one of the exciting changes competitors can expect in 2020. Stay tuned to IDEAL’s website and social media outlets for the latest announcements.

Go HERE to register and find a qualifying event near you

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