This does the job I need it to do. I remember when I bought it, some random guy told me (in front of the sales manager) I could get one at another store for half the price. I asked if he could squat three plates and if he would trust that rack to support it. I wish the footprint was slightly smaller, but considering what I use it for, it’s fine. The safety arms are clutch for sure. Worth the extra few bucks.

This this is sturdy. I got it because my floor was uneven and my reticulated bench made me feel uncomfortable. I actually got it before it was released because I was able to go to BOS and pick it up. It’s heavy though. It weighs like 80lbs and can be a tad difficult to maneuver, but when you’re on it it’s the best bench I’ve ever used. The ability to stand it up adds huge value to a smaller gym.

These take some getting used to but I like that they add an extra grip component to things. They fit on most barbells and dumbbells and can add an extra level of effort for the sole purpose of growing your forearms. You can also use them to help turn regular dumbbells into circus style.

I love this thing. Makes every other koozie feel inferior. I also love checking things around the house if they drink safety, which so far is going well. Plus the leather (?) is high quality, and the dual magnets act as a finger hold.

Imagine cleaning without the right tools! A straight nylon brush on a round barbell? You wouldn’t brush your teeth with a toilet brush would you? The barbell rescue is a genuinely helpful piece of maintenance, and I’d easily put it in my top 5 non-exercise related gym pieces. Helps spread oil, clean chalk and skin, and removes patina easier than anything else. AND it fits in a drink spotter.

My first sandbag! And it has actual sand. I love supporting a small business, especially one that has given back as much as Grain Strength has to the sports of strength. The bag is strong, triple sealed, and the fabric (is that what it’s called?) doesn’t destroy your skin when you pick it up.

I used my first deadlift bar at my first powerlifting meet and decided if I was going to continue to compete I should get used to it. I chose this one because the others were either too whiny, too expensive, or too far away. I love my TDL bar, and have enjoyed every lift with it. The knurling is aggressive AF, leaves sexy calluses on my hands. Definitely recommend it for lifters!

I remember seeing this at the first Arnold I attended, and we established it even holds the (non-dishwasher safe) Massenomics coffee mug! With a rare earth magnet it never comes loose! The aircraft grade aluminum really pops!