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imported_gumpish
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Hello all.
Well, I've finally outgrown the junky old cement-filled plastic shells I've used for weights for the last year or so (which I picked up along with a bench for next to nothing from a guy clearing out his garage). They've served me well, but now that I can lift everything that will fit on the bar, it's time for some real weights.
I already have the weight, picked up 255 @ $0.30 / lb. this afternoon. Also got a neat little tree for it.
I want a power cage. I'm planning on ordering a PowerTec Power Rack. (I barely weigh 150 so I don't think the 400 lb dip limit will get in my way...)
I'll need a bench to go along with the rack. I'm planning on ordering the Ironmaster Super Bench. I know it's taller than 17", but I can put plates under my feet...
I need a bar. I've read that the Texas Power Bar (by Troy?) is good for powerlifting. I thought about buying a cheap bar from Play It Again Sports, but even a cheap bar is a substantial portion of the cost of a quality bar...
I need a dip belt and haven't caught any particular advice. Any brands to look for?
Thanks
Edit: also if there's ONE place I can order ALL (or most) of the stuff at a reasonable price, that would be cool.
Well, I've finally outgrown the junky old cement-filled plastic shells I've used for weights for the last year or so (which I picked up along with a bench for next to nothing from a guy clearing out his garage). They've served me well, but now that I can lift everything that will fit on the bar, it's time for some real weights.
I already have the weight, picked up 255 @ $0.30 / lb. this afternoon. Also got a neat little tree for it.
I want a power cage. I'm planning on ordering a PowerTec Power Rack. (I barely weigh 150 so I don't think the 400 lb dip limit will get in my way...)
I'll need a bench to go along with the rack. I'm planning on ordering the Ironmaster Super Bench. I know it's taller than 17", but I can put plates under my feet...
I need a bar. I've read that the Texas Power Bar (by Troy?) is good for powerlifting. I thought about buying a cheap bar from Play It Again Sports, but even a cheap bar is a substantial portion of the cost of a quality bar...
I need a dip belt and haven't caught any particular advice. Any brands to look for?
Thanks
Edit: also if there's ONE place I can order ALL (or most) of the stuff at a reasonable price, that would be cool.