'Look What I Bought Today!' - Part Deux

[RGrizzzz]

Just measured it, and it is a solid 3inches shorter on each side, about 30.5 in total.

I feel like the wide is a tad too wide, for my shoulder issue, and medium is too narrow. Very interested in this newer size.

[urbanlifter]

Added a couple things recently, giving the Rogue Dog Sled 1.2 another try and bought a PAL lever from Kabuki since I've never ordered anything from them before. Sled arrived in a few days from Rogue, but nothing from Kabuki. So I, emailed them today for a status (it's been 8 days) and their response was that it usually ships out in FOUR weeks. Had to laugh, the massive sled came in no time but a tiny lever could take up to a month LOL

[grumpytude]

Added a couple things recently, giving the Rogue Dog Sled 1.2 another try and bought a PAL lever from Kabuki since I've never ordered anything from them before. Sled arrived in a few days from Rogue, but nothing from Kabuki. So I, emailed them today for a status (it's been 8 days) and their response was that it usually ships out in FOUR weeks. Had to laugh, the massive sled came in no time but a tiny lever could take up to a month LOL

wait times seems to vary greatly lately. I ordered plates from Rep in the past and they were shipped within a day or so. Ordered some more on Memorial day sale, so far not a peep. wondering if they got slammed on orders?

[urbanlifter]

wait times seems to vary greatly lately. I ordered plates from Rep in the past and they were shipped within a day or so. Ordered some more on Memorial day sale, so far not a peep. wondering if they got slammed on orders?

Not sure, maybe it's that custom kabuki logo they have to put on the lever before shipping. Checked GLC's website and they have over 300 of the satin steel color available to ship today. But thought black would look good on the old Inzer belt, the extra adjustability will be really nice.

[Anthony21]

I received my first purchase from EliteFTS last week and went with the American Cambered bar.

[Duplicitous]

My home gym is pretty full, so being the equipment junkie that I am I have been seeking out smaller miscellaneous items. Today's pickup: Rogue Monster Lite Matador for $40.

[urbanlifter]

Tried a matador once & ended up selling it. Turns out I prefer the feel of my DIY Lowe's pipes laying across the safeties for dips. Easier to get the perfect grip width without feeling like I was going to hit my head/chest on the attachment. Also, being able to lean forward with the pipe setup is REALLY nice. Gives you the option to shift some of the focus to your chest for a great pump.

Hopefully it works out for you though!

[cwcmac]

Tried a matador once & ended up selling it. Turns out I prefer the feel of my DIY Lowe's pipes laying across the safeties for dips. Easier to get the perfect grip width without feeling like I was going to hit my head/chest on the attachment. Also, being able to lean forward with the pipe setup is REALLY nice. Gives you the option to shift some of the focus to your chest for a great pump.

Hopefully it works out for you though!

One of the items I consider a luxury that I won't replace is a stand alone dip station. My IM bench rolls between the base and stands up fine so they don't take up any extra room having both.

[Duplicitous]

Tried a matador once & ended up selling it. Turns out I prefer the feel of my DIY Lowe's pipes laying across the safeties for dips. Easier to get the perfect grip width without feeling like I was going to hit my head/chest on the attachment. Also, being able to lean forward with the pipe setup is REALLY nice. Gives you the option to shift some of the focus to your chest for a great pump.

Hopefully it works out for you though!

One of the items I consider a luxury that I won't replace is a stand alone dip station. My IM bench rolls between the base and stands up fine so they don't take up any extra room having both.

I had an Icarian dip station and didn't really use it much - certainly not enough to warrant the space it took up or the $400 opportunity cost of keeping it. I only do dips as a finisher, so I just wanted something quick, easy, unobtrusive and cheap. For $40 it was a no-brainer, especially considering the ML Matador is $151 shipped from Rogue. If it doesn't pan out, I can easily sell it for double what I paid for it.

[EricAtl]

One of the items I consider a luxury that I won't replace is a stand alone dip station. My IM bench rolls between the base and stands up fine so they don't take up any extra room having both.

Stand alone all the way, if you have the space.

[urbanlifter]

New Kabuki (really Pioneer) PAL came today! Little customizing with the holes on the Inzer but it works well, nice upgrade for one of the best belts ever made

[cwcmac]

I had an Icarian dip station and didn't really use it much - certainly not enough to warrant the space it took up or the $400 opportunity cost of keeping it. I only do dips as a finisher, so I just wanted something quick, easy, unobtrusive and cheap. For $40 it was a no-brainer, especially considering the ML Matador is $151 shipped from Rogue. If it doesn't pan out, I can easily sell it for double what I paid for it.

Makes sense. I think I paid $20 for my old white version body solid one and the footprint takes up no additional space so my isn't a big enough deal to worry about the possible money or space

[MajorTendonitis]

Finally showed up , synergies 24” lat bar . I’m renovating my gym again so won’t be on the storewall for a while .

Pic of new bar


Far left is where it will be located with the other chrome bars. Going to drop the wide one to make room

[Anthony21]

I have traditional hex styled Rep Fitness dumbbells 5-50lbs. I've been wanting heavier dumbbells but as we all know traditional dumbbells from 55 on up are expensive and it takes up a lot of space.

Thankfully I found a set of Power Block Elites that go up to 90lbs, comes with a stand, and look to be in pristine condition. On top of that I feel the price is a steal at $500. Now I have 55-90lb dumbbells so I saved on space and money.

[grumpytude]

[QUOTE=Anthony21;1662427593]I received my first purchase from EliteFTS last week and went with the American Cambered bar.

nice looking bar. so many to pick from these days. I ended up with edge fitness bar. i like the compact/slim design.

[Deep-Voiced-One]

I received my first purchase from EliteFTS last week and went with the American Cambered bar.

Solid choice! In the cambered FBB category this would've been the runner up to my Kabuki Kadillac Bar that I got this past Christmas.

It's cool how you can flip it over and deficit bench with it as well.

[Anthony21]

Solid choice! In the cambered FBB category this would've been the runner up to my Kabuki Kadillac Bar that I got this past Christmas.

It's cool how you can flip it over and deficit bench with it as well.

I was thinking the Kadllac bar as well but ultimately went with EliteFTS. It is a nice feature to flip it over to reduce the ROM.

[Anthony21]

I picked up a set of PowerBlock Elites that go to 90lbs yesterday.

I think I got a good deal on them given the after market in my area for them. The previous owner had them for two years and the condition they're in is pristine.

[Duplicitous]

I picked up a set of PowerBlock Elites that go to 90lbs yesterday.

I think I got a good deal on them given the after market in my area for them. The previous owner had them for two years and the condition they're in is pristine.

Those look great. They go for about $600 here w/ the stand now.

[Anthony21]

Those look great. They go for about $600 here w/ the stand now.

I got them for $500.

[Anthony21]

I got my blemished Transformer Bar today. Let me tell you there wasn't one single blemish that I could find on this bar.

It is an absolute unit of a bar and I can't wait to start using it in my training. My only concern is the length of the handles. I tried some squats with it with just no weight on it. Keeping my elbows tight and into my sides resulted in the handles hitting the top of my knees. I adjusted by flaring my elbow out a little and shifting the handles forward as I got into the squat hole, which was better.

Other than that I'll see how it performs, but I feel I won't be disappointed.

[dragon360]

Congrats. Just a heads up. For some reason the zinc coating Kabuki uses really deteriorates quickly and discolours especially with hand oils and sweat. might be a wipe or two after each use.

[Anthony21]

Congrats. Just a heads up. For some reason the zinc coating Kabuki uses really deteriorates quickly and discolours especially with hand oils and sweat. might be a wipe or two after each use.

Thanks for the heads up. I'll make sure to keep it wiped down after training.

[grumpytude]

[QUOTE=Anthony21;1662930893]I got my blemished Transformer Bar today. Let me tell you there wasn't one single blemish that I could find on this bar.

It is an absolute unit of a bar and I can't wait to start using it in my training. My only concern is the length of the handles. I tried some squats with it with just no weight on it. Keeping my elbows tight and into my sides resulted in the handles hitting the top of my knees. I adjusted by flaring my elbow out a little and shifting the handles forward as I got into the squat hole, which was better.

Other than that I'll see how it performs, but I feel I won't be disappointed.

congrats. always curious about this bar.

[Anthony21]

[QUOTE=grumpytude;1662973503]

I got my blemished Transformer Bar today. Let me tell you there wasn't one single blemish that I could find on this bar.

It is an absolute unit of a bar and I can't wait to start using it in my training. My only concern is the length of the handles. I tried some squats with it with just no weight on it. Keeping my elbows tight and into my sides resulted in the handles hitting the top of my knees. I adjusted by flaring my elbow out a little and shifting the handles forward as I got into the squat hole, which was better.

Other than that I'll see how it performs, but I feel I won't be disappointed.

congrats. always curious about this bar.

Thanks man. I'll let you know how it goes.

[EricAtl]

I got my blemished Transformer Bar today. Let me tell you there wasn't one single blemish that I could find on this bar.

It is an absolute unit of a bar and I can't wait to start using it in my training. My only concern is the length of the handles. I tried some squats with it with just no weight on it. Keeping my elbows tight and into my sides resulted in the handles hitting the top of my knees. I adjusted by flaring my elbow out a little and shifting the handles forward as I got into the squat hole, which was better.

Other than that I'll see how it performs, but I feel I won't be disappointed.

Great looking bar, use it well!

[Anthony21]

Great looking bar, use it well!

I definitely plan to. I had one session with it and it feels great.

[radrd]

Another one, as yesterday was new gym toys day apparently...

These things are clean and awesome. Initial impressions... little details accounted for, they move smoothly, adjust easily, and look great. I'll do a full write up in the future.

Any change to your initial impressions? Looks like these are available to order again. I'll probably hold off but curious to know if you are still liking them. No need for a detailed write-up, though that would be awesome at some point

[EricAtl]

I bought 245 pounds of weights and what feels like a 29” power bar. It’s chromed so probably nothing special but does not have a cheap bolt in the end of the sleeve. There is a set screw in the sleeve, not a spring clip on the end. Had some horrible masking tape on the non knurled areas which was a pain to remove.
Oh, did I mention that the 45s are deep dish Yorks! Small chip in one of the hubs but no big deal for me. I would post pics of all of this but website is giving me “access denied” when I try to add pics.

[Greybird2]

I bought 245 pounds of weights and what feels like a 29” power bar. It’s chromed so probably nothing special but does not have a cheap bolt in the end of the sleeve. There is a set screw in the sleeve, not a spring clip on the end. Had some horrible masking tape on the non knurled areas which was a pain to remove.
Oh, did I mention that the 45s are deep dish Yorks! Small chip in one of the hubs but no big deal for me. I would post pics of all of this but website is giving me “access denied” when I try to add pics.

Work on the pics. Those are a must see. Are those your first deep dish?