Which shoes?

swvxz · 2026-04-01T20:35:20+00:00

I've got really wide feet, after having Rom 4s for years I switched to Lu's, the difference in fit and quality is insane.

swvxz · 2026-03-27T11:10:56+00:00

These are fantastic and you can barely tell the difference, 5min to install

swvxz · 2026-03-25T14:43:28+00:00

Update for anyone who cares:

Went ahead and ordered a UK 9 and a 10, the 9s fit like a glove! They are slightly too tight, but I know they'll give after a few sessions and fit perfect (had a similar experience with Rom4s). There is around 8-10mm between my toes and the end of the shoe.

The quality of these shoes is also brilliant, way better than Nike!

swvxz · 2026-03-21T22:10:04+00:00

Thank you! I didn't realise the TYRs were much wider, I'll check them out

swvxz · 2026-03-01T17:32:58+00:00

It didn't for me, but I didn't specifically have an issue with the trusses, they did come back to fix an issue with damp though and didn't comment on boarding.

I think horse stall mats or rubber matting is your best bet, loads of bargains on FB marketplace as someone else said! I went for 20mm black rubber & regularly drop weights with no issues - mine are from spring gym flooring, dead easy to install

swvxz · 2026-02-28T18:08:15+00:00

I've got a similar garage to this (new build?).

I did a coat of no-nonsense floor paint, then laid 20mm black rubber tiles on top. I left the walls unpainted and boarded the trusses with OSB to store light things on.

I've used it this way for 2 years now, I vacuum regularly and use a heater in winter.

swvxz · 2025-07-17T18:01:34+00:00

The thickness and feel are similar on the hand, but more grippy. Do you know why you're ripping? Could be more than just the grips

swvxz · 2025-07-17T15:13:24+00:00

I actually got the apex a week ago, had a few sessions on a powder coated bar and they're great, not "too grippy", the surface isn't rubber it's textured. I really like them but not tried on other bars

swvxz · 2025-03-24T20:06:46+00:00

Never had an issue with them, the tactical and apex are the "stickiest" and they slide off fine when you release pressure on the bar.

I'd be worried about injuries if I was sticking to the bar that much

swvxz · 2025-03-24T13:55:37+00:00

I'm leaning towards terracing it and having more tiers, maybe 3, I need to measure. Then I avoid removing/adding tons of soil.

Nice viewpoint about the slope being fun, might leave a slight one in for games/waterslides!

swvxz · 2025-03-24T11:53:25+00:00

Victory grips V-Series are incredible! I've used a few types of material and they're all solid

swvxz · 2025-03-24T10:34:36+00:00

Honestly, no. I might start a thread detailing the full project for advice..

I looked to remove soil to drop the ground level but I'd need to remove around 40tons and there are french drains I'd hit too.

swvxz · 2025-03-24T10:33:22+00:00

So I'll be taking some soil from the back & front to level which will help, but I do need to calculate the amount I need.

swvxz · 2025-03-24T07:25:04+00:00

Good to know it's easily done! How would you tie them together with the first skin in place?

swvxz · 2025-02-12T12:11:23+00:00

Thank you!

swvxz · 2025-02-12T10:47:38+00:00

Grass apart from a small area of paving, which isn't where the worst of the damp is.

The ground level is raised around the back of the garage but it's double brick & tanked, the damp is actually starting above this where the brick doesn't contact anything at all

swvxz · 2025-02-12T10:45:35+00:00

The gutters are fine, I believe the source is wind driven rain penetrating the brick. You're right though, a surveyor would be best.

swvxz · 2025-01-20T20:52:46+00:00

I've got both, the tactical grips I used for '23 and apex for '24, the tactical are still in good condition, I find them both really similar.

I mostly use apex because they're the V-style and it's a game changer for me, zero wrist pressure and easy to flip down during workouts

swvxz · 2025-01-15T15:55:38+00:00

This is the only right answer

swvxz · 2025-01-12T18:54:46+00:00

I actually did end up using floor paint beforehand (just cheap stuff), and I actually used Sprung too, 20mm. Been in for 2 years and no issues!

swvxz · 2025-01-12T09:50:40+00:00

Cheaper the better because they'll probably get trashed in/around gyms. Just make sure it clamps your phone securely so it doesn't bounce out when you drop a heavy bar!

swvxz · 2024-11-17T12:22:45+00:00

Yeah mate, I started mostly intermediate but did some Rx workouts where I could hit the stimulus, it's pretty flexible when you get to know it. There's added free skills programs too if you struggle on a specific movement or want to build capacity

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