Once you’re used to 29 mm the thinner diameter does feel different. I keep this for the nostalgia. Not my preferred barbell.

The rubber grip is pretty comfortable. Mine has held up but the rubber can start to peel.

Value rope. These work. Expensive options don’t work any better.

Cheap and it works. Don’t listen to the attachment divas. This will help you get strong.

Cool old plates with a variety of smaller weight dumbbells. Classic.

While most of my plates are Ivanko I do have a set of BFCO deep dish. They’re not very accurate and have sloppy casting. Many times they’re overpriced. With that said they’re still sweet.

These are underrated. They’ve helped countless people get strong. They’re cheap enough to easily replace.

Expensive option new. I’d find some old milled instead and call it a day.