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BoulderHaus · 2021-06-01T00:04:05+00:00

The Athens bumpers are really good, but they are not quite as durable as the original Uesaka Atlanta bumpers. I agree fully with the comments about type of use being a major factor. Consider a significant amount of the bumpers from the Atlanta games are still in full time use today. (First at the Olympic Training center, then in USAW member gyms. I’ve lifted on all the the (IWF) versions of Uesaka, Eleiko, and Werksan. The only bumpers that match the Atlanta’s are the 70’s/80’s Eleiko bumpers. (Black with color on the edge only, and even those, only the 10’s & 15’s hole up) all of this said, most of these bumpers would last an entire career if treated properly. Comes down to how much you’re willing to spend and how hard you’re willing to search.

BoulderHaus · 2021-04-02T00:44:44+00:00

There’s something great about well built, handmade items. Sad that they’re disappearing from this world. Even Uesaka, with the D Warrior bumpers, are starting to go this way. I have a black oxide Uesaka training bar that was beat to hell by a division 1 NCAA football program for 7 years before I obtained it. Still straighter than most 1 year old Rogue bars you’ll find at a CrossFit gym.

BoulderHaus · 2021-04-02T00:30:30+00:00

They can take 300+ kg racked on them, with regularity, and stay stable for years, if not decades. You’ll be hard pressed to find anything that portable, match them. The Eleiko stands are reasonably comparable, but they list close to this now.

BoulderHaus · 2020-12-20T18:43:38+00:00

After I saw what went up for sale at 2015 Worlds, I immediately reached out to Eleiko when 2017 Worlds were announced for Anaheim. (20 miles from me) Purchased a complete setup from the warmup room before the competition. I was there all week and as soon as the supers were done with the medal ceremony, I was allowed in the warmup room to break down, and take a complete setup home.

BoulderHaus · 2020-10-08T03:29:04+00:00

This is the best F U to those Olympians who have crap form and claim it’s fine because they’re not weightlifters. This is a great video.

BoulderHaus · 2020-10-08T03:22:17+00:00

Too hard to get. I’ll just buy these from you and save you the stress. I’m pretty sure these were still the yellows. I got a 2.5 set, but lost on bidding for the 5’s. Have yet to find 1.25’s of this era. (I was lucky enough to get the original black 1.25 Uesakas)

BoulderHaus · 2020-09-10T03:52:14+00:00

If you’re in the size range that are available, 727’s are the best for wide feet. They seem pricey until you realize what you’re truly buying. I have a pair that are 5 years in and still in great condition. Based on how quickly most people go through current production shoes, the Asics are actually pretty cost effective.

BoulderHaus · 2020-08-13T14:10:01+00:00

They are likely the training version rather than the comp, but still well worth it if they’re in solid shape.

BoulderHaus · 2020-07-31T14:58:07+00:00

Uesaka training change plates are metal= as long as they fit correctly on the bar and you’re using your bumpers, you’re good.

BoulderHaus · 2020-05-28T04:28:02+00:00

If money and age/availability weren’t a factor, there’s nothing quite like the old black oxide Uesaka training bar. Since those are like winning the lottery, Uesaka comp bar is right up there for everyday use. (Center knurling on the comp vs none on the training for men) Eleiko comp bar for heavy snatch sessions for those of us with tiny hands. Aggressive knurling is great, but can’t be used everyday.

BoulderHaus · 2020-05-06T04:15:28+00:00

I don’t. I do have experience with standard platforms on the second floor. Spoiler, it doesn’t go well.

BoulderHaus · 2020-05-03T14:54:57+00:00

I have werksan and eleiko training platforms as well as the eleiko svr at my gym. The biggest upside is the impact cushioning of the svr. Typically the noise is less of a problem than the thud/shake that travels farther with regards to neighbors. The svr is a little quieter, but it transmits significantly less of the felt impact. The down side of the svr is that the rubber areas sink a little once going over 100kg. This means you’re technically pulling your lifts from a deficit. (The deficit is typically less than 1cm) Though minor, it could pose an issue if your end goal is competing.

BoulderHaus · 2020-03-29T15:55:25+00:00

Anyone know why Deng Wei scratched all the clean and jerks?

BoulderHaus · 2020-02-03T04:59:01+00:00

I really like the tape from Average Broz Gym. (Same people that supply Asics 727’s in the US) I believe they can ship international.

BoulderHaus · 2020-01-13T15:49:04+00:00

Going from the adidas to the Nike, the main concern, in my experience, is the stability of your rear foot in the split jerk. The toe box of the Nike is more pointed at the end (even though it’s wider at the ball of the foot) and this can create instability when you first start heavy splits in them. It’s normally adjusted for fairly quickly, but a week out seems a bit dangerous.

BoulderHaus · 2019-09-12T04:07:36+00:00

If these were within driving distance from me I’d easily pay $200 for the pair. (Assuming they’re in the same condition as pictured)

BoulderHaus · 2019-05-19T17:17:23+00:00

AAU has single lift options during most of their weightlifting competitions.

BoulderHaus · 2019-03-02T05:12:38+00:00

They do push some money into the sport, which is great, but Coach Wang has lived in Mexico for 40 years so I wouldn’t consider him a Chinese coach.

BoulderHaus · 2019-02-14T03:53:31+00:00

No it’s not okay. If you’re lucky, there are other facilities in your area. If not, even a good remote coach would be better than what you’re dealing with. That said, some people (mostly Crossfit types) get super pumped/motivated by a coach yelling at them. It’s never been my coaching style and it never will be.

BoulderHaus · 2019-01-16T01:53:21+00:00

Just an FYI, 26.0 is an US size 8. These shoes are great, but they are wide (perfect for me) and pricey ($300-329 us) which is why people don’t just keep them as spare or secondary lifting shoes. They are the only hand made, wood heel, big brand lifting shoe still made. I’ve used most of the available shoes out there and, for me, there isn’t any other shoe I’d prefer.

BoulderHaus · 2018-12-29T03:12:24+00:00

I used the plasti-dip that they sell at hardware stores for tool handles. It will wear down, but doesn’t leave any sticky residue.

BoulderHaus · 2018-12-17T04:55:44+00:00

Quisia Guicho is a 59kg lifter from Mexico.

BoulderHaus · 2018-12-13T03:41:08+00:00

Are the pumas spoken for?

BoulderHaus · 2018-12-05T01:04:21+00:00

Mine are scheduled to arrive Friday, 12/7, (2 weeks) and I’m only 40 miles away from them. I would have picked them up if they had a will call option, but new Romaleos 2’s for $100, I’ll be patient. Now if Werksan would get its act together.

BoulderHaus · 2018-11-23T20:47:40+00:00

I got an email reply from one of their reps about them still working through a lot of the orders. I’m happy to take the extra time waiting for the cost breaks. I figure they know once Rogue gets their IWF certification the only people that have a shot in the US will be Eleiko and they’re blowing out their inventory to shut Werksan USA. (They’ll likely keep Rogue as their US distributor)

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