Ben McCarthy's Reviews (104)


(2.67)
7/17/2026
This log is good and has served its purpose. I bought it so that I could practice log presses without committing to actually buying a 12" log. I'm not really sure why I didn't buy a 12" log. It is a good log. I don't use it often because I hate log presses. But I got mediocre enough with this log so I didn't embarrass myself too bad in competitions. I'd recommend just getting the 12" log.
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(4.00)
7/17/2026
This axle is fine. It holds up well. I'd like it to have some markers on it and welded end caps. I like it for pressing and deadlifting but I do wish these things would weigh something that makes sense. Why are most specialty bars not 45lbs? I have to google the weights of my farmers, log, and axle every time that I use them because I always forget how much they weigh. It's a good and cheap specialty bar. Buy or make one. It doesn't have to be this one because they are all basically the same (except for the TPB axle which is much fancier).
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(4.00)
7/17/2026
Very simple handle attachment. I use it for landmine viking presses. I think that is likely how they got the name for it. It works well and is fairly comfortable to use. I could see some places for improvement but it is fine for what it is. If you use a landmine, you should own this or something comparable to this.
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(5.00)
7/17/2026
These are amazing! I use them for deadlift warmups because I like being fairly explosive and it is a nice way to add resistance. They are pricey but I like having all of a single brand. It is vital that they are all the same company so the colors/resistances are consistent. I like them a lot and will be replacing them as they dry out. I highly recommend them. They are also good for should rehab/prehab and nice if you go on vacation and want to bring some workout gear.
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(3.33)
7/17/2026
It is a super solid landmine. Built to last a lifetime but it is very very basic. There are plenty of cheaper alternatives and there are plenty of fancier versions by other companies. I think that this could use a facelift and Rogue could benefit from updating it a bit. That being said, I've had this in a college weightroom for almost a decade and it hardly looks worn.
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(4.33)
7/17/2026
I wish the arms were a little longer but this has been a comfortable way for me to do dips on my Rogue Strip wall mount. I'm not sure why everyone spends so much money on dip handles. It is sturdy and comfortable to use. I'd recommend it to everyone for the price compared to its competition.
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(3.33)
7/17/2026
Very basic band pegs. I've owned them for a while but literally never use them because I don't run conjugate. They are fine. Cheap and easy enough to put in a junk bin...
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(4.33)
7/17/2026
I also had to buy the back for this product so the spotter arms didn't mark up my walls. This does a nice job of getting my Rogue SAML-24 Monster Lite Safety Spotter Arms out of the way but they did have to be modified a bit to fit properly. It is worth buying just to clean up the floor space.
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