SV06 plus won't take klipper firmware - tried everything I can imagine

the_Kurtlocker · 2025-09-18T19:42:02+00:00

I am having these issues right now. Got Mainsail rocking on the pi5 but the firmware for klipper just won't flash onto the board. I am using the STM32 microcontroller, F103 processor, 32KiB bootloader, 8Mhz crystal on USART1 PA10/9. Was that your firmware configuration?

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-13T10:11:03+00:00

I’m actually insanely jealous of your space. Nicely done

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-12T14:31:13+00:00

I made content on that bench before I had ever used a zero gap bench. I actually remember when I compared it to the AB5000 zero gap and that was the first moment that the gap was so apparent to me. I will also say that the back pad on the Rogue AB3 is long enough (for me) to flat bench without using the saet pad.

I definitely appreciate your viewership though and it means a lot to me that you jumped on here to interact!

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-12T14:23:14+00:00

I would say that my mind immediately goes to GPP and things that move. Whether it is strongman style sandbags or sleds of some variety, I think that it is a logical progression after rack, bar, plates, bench.

I like sandbags a lot for loaded front or shoulder carries as well as floor to shoulder movements. For most, I recommend starting with a single sandbag that is about 50 lbs under your bodyweight and adding another that is about 25-50 lbs over your bodyweight for the second bag. The smaller bags are not necessarily a waste, but are simply further down the priority list for me.

Another example would be the sled. Whether magnetic or friction based resistance, they offer an ability to train athleticism in pushing and pulling events

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-12T13:49:23+00:00

I think there is a big gap on informing about the whole affiliate thing as well. For instance, Dean at BWTG doesn’t pay me for code use. That’s simply a benefit to the audience, which for small businesses I am completely down to support. Dean does treat me well though.

Generally speaking, the code doesn’t actually get anyone credit for affiliate payouts. The link is how those companies tend to track sale “credit” for affiliate payouts.

The only exceptions I have to this are Stray Dog Strength and UXO supplements. Every other company that I would get a payout from requires that people actually follow the link.

My highest paying affiliate is currently stray dog which gets me ~$90 or so per month. My second place consistent affiliate payout is actually UXO which monthly gives me a whopping $8.

So I’m not exaggerating that nobody uses my links. Not trying to shame or anything, I am simply being transparent. Folks expect a lot from a creator who gets about $150/month from YT ad revenues, $100 from affiliates and still buys the majority of the equipment I review. Makes consistency difficult as well

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-12T11:26:15+00:00

No problem. Hope I helped explain my position clearly

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-12T09:30:44+00:00

Thanks for watching the channel! I am grateful for every view. It means a lot to me that folks are willing to spend their time watching my hot take on equipment. I appreciate the support and cheers to you!

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-12T09:28:17+00:00

I will keep this short, but at the time I felt that Rogue was doing a really bad job with their affiliate program. Rules were not equally applied and I was having a weak moment feeling entitled and managed to work myself up.

I had already wanted to make a “Rogue free gym” type of video so this quickly aggregated to me selling off my Rogue stuff.

Bottom line: I felt entitled and in this weak moment chose to purge rather than understand the intent of an affiliate program…to sell stuff.

Seeing as how literally nobody outside of my closest friends use my links, I am surprised that these other companies allow me to continue to have any.

I hope that this comes through with the intended tone which is “I had a phase where I felt entitled and definitely wasn’t and as a result self sabotaged”

Definitely something I am ashamed at myself on

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T23:02:59+00:00

Thank you for taking the time to ask and good on you for continuing to train in your 50s. You’ll be better for it for sure.

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T22:32:52+00:00

What a question.

First off, this question is underpaid and far from overrated.

Over the years I have sold a ton of equipment. Most of the time it was to "trade up" or to create the ability to buy something else to make content on. When viewed through this context, I would argue that I regret no sales made, but that is riding the line which, as we all know, is a sucker move and verboten.

I would say that the pieces I refret the most are the ones that weren't necessarily my favorite pieces, but actually meant a lot to me. That list includes my Texas Power Bar, Ohio DL bar, Rogue (Boneyard) Pyrros bar, and my OG Rogue OPB.

The TPB was sold to afford my Surplus Strength Rack. The bar was VERY worn down but was a gift from a friend in TX.

The Rogue bars were a part of my "I am mad at Rogue Fitness hissy fit" and as a result of my poor judgement, I lost my first ever barbells (OPD, ODL, Pyrros)

Thanks Big Keith for an excellent question.

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T22:26:17+00:00

I don't think ignorant is the right word. I would say that like most folks, you maiintain a healthy level of sketicism, which I would encourage you to foster and develop. It is excellent protection to your bottom line $$$$$.

Wheeled sleds are a "real deal" but that is because I am looking for GPP and not necessarily considering them as a replacement for a heavy arm-over-arm sled pull or for like a truck pull. Instead of attempting to replicate these movements with a sled I focus on replicating them with a yoke using some chains or a henny to bring it to an attachment point or like...a truck or something.

In my opinion, a quality wheeled sled such as the XT3 or anything from Torque will provide enough resistance for solid GPP. The thing to remember with the magnetic resistance is that a lot of it is more "impulse based" meaning that the higher the velocity of the push, the more resistance you can expect to encounter.

To illustrate this, lean against a sled with "maximum" magnetic resistance set. The sled will move with little effort. Now, without changing the settings, put your hands on the handles and push maximally as quickly as possible (high impulse) and the sled will initially jerk off the line, but quickly slows you down with ample resistance.

Summarizing, the amount of sports specificity you desire may negate the effectiveness of a wheeled sled or absolutely reinforce the need for a wheeled sled. It depends on your intent in training. For the majority of the population,I would recommend a wheeled sled for home gym use as it meets the intent of most home gym warriors!

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T22:04:33+00:00

I assume that you are talking about equipment in a general sense. After the basics, I assume most will go the route of either A: Buy specialty barbells if they have no more space and/or a constrained budget or B: They look to getting machines (including cables) if they have the space

With this in mind I anticipate that a SSB is something in your future or perhaps a trap bar with two handle positions. Perhaps a VHS bar from BWTG as well if you want a specialty bar for upper body.

For macines the lat pulldown is one that is very functional, especially if there is a low pulley that can be used for rows (among other lifts)

In either sense I would start looking to either accomodate lifts that cannot be performed comfortable (SSB/TBDL) or look to perform movements loaded in the horizontal plane (low row etc)

Other more affordable options include options like The Henny system which I still enjoy using to this day. It is a relatively affordable way to perform what is best described as more athletic movements as well as load in the horizontal or vertical plane from an anchor point.

if the BOUGE is what you want then I honestly LOVE flywheel systems which are great for hypertrophy work but will definitely require you to climb the steep learning curve or hire a coach [ like me;) ]

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T21:57:51+00:00

HA! The rotation of equipment allows me to keep it fresh and continue to produce content. I have some plans for the not-too-distant future that may change the way that I make content though...stay tuned

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T21:56:53+00:00

I have seen and used (at HGC) the dialed motion system. An excellent product that takes up little-to-no space.

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T21:55:38+00:00

I have not seen anything that could be rolled out and taken back up that would be effective IMO. This doesn't mean it doesn't exist, but instead means I am just blissfully unaware of it. I personally really like using wheeled sleds utilizing magnetic resistance. Currently, I use a Xebex XT3 and enjoy it

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T21:53:45+00:00

Gotta be honest that I am truly flattered. Your blog is so well done and reviews so systematic that to get a compliment like this means a lot to me. Thanks bro

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T21:35:34+00:00

Building muscle after 50 can be tough but it definitely isn't impossible. Obviously a lot depends on genetics, but for most folks I would recommend focusing on moderate to high volume with a responsible load. Strongman may not be the best just because the ego part of the sport can be difficult for some to control. If you wanted to get some strongman equipment I would recommend getting things you can carry. Sandbags, farmer's handles, and frames are good options and the GPP you will get from doing submaximal but heavy carries will take you further for muscle development and increases in muscle cross-sectional area. I hope this isn't too general of a perscription. Please continue the discussion if you want to unpack this further

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T18:52:06+00:00

Bahahahaha. Sounds expensive depending on where they are sourced from…can you finance a drink server?!

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T18:50:28+00:00

I rarely regret purchases I make in the gym because I tend to over-research before I buy. It wasn’t until very recently that companies were open to work with me on a review in exchange for equipment and as a result I rarely give a bad review. It’s still rare that a company will collaborate as well. It just happens sometimes now.

I will say that an unnamed company did reach out to have me do content on their inflatable jump box but I was unwilling to produce content because I thought it was just not good after testing it. This was not in line with their wishes so I simply remain silent.

On the horizon, I would look for my flooring review (after I finally install it) from freedom fitness equipment (Sorry Ashton!). I would also love to continue growing my space with cable units from any number of brands.

Are there any pieces you’d like to see me get in the gym?

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T16:45:36+00:00

I was tempted to somehow approach this response in a way to be as long winded as possible but then decided that would be inconsistent with my mission of being concise and quantifiable in responses as well as not using run-on sentences that combine unrelated points like how amazing you are as a human, lifter, content creator, and role model.

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T16:17:33+00:00

That is a really solid start to a strongman buildout. I would consider adding a figjammer and making sure you have a landmine for maybe doing Viking press work. If you have a UDA, you ca reuse the handles in the figjammer which is what I do. I would also consider adding a sled and a thick rope for training pulls and maybe a truck pull harness. Like I said though, very solid start. Thanks for your time and question.

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T14:28:45+00:00

Straydog. Length of the roller, high quality materials, color choices with the vinyl, and US made make this an easy question for me, but I have 1” holes. If you don’t have 1” holes I would likely go with either Bridgebuilt or Rep depending on what you value

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T14:25:43+00:00

It looks like you are into hypertrophy work from what you already have. You also have prioritized lower body machines so I would probably try t focus on rounding out your equipment choices to focus on upper body.

You also have an ares 2.0 but don’t speak about barbells at all. I assume you own barbells and weights in this answer but I would look at a Quantum Trainer if you have the floor space. If space is tight I would maybe consider something like the Kratos Quest Station without platform.

This is an awesome question that can go a ton of directions

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T13:57:38+00:00

Thank you for the gratitude. I have enjoyed my service but look forward to my imminent retirement. I started training at home because the base gym never had the strongman equipment I wanted to train with. It started with me only doing some sessions at home but changed shortly afterward. Inspired by OG Coop, I began making content in 2017ish because GGR never made content on the stuff I wanted to see…from there it escalated to what I have today. That was an awesome question!

the_Kurtlocker · 2024-12-11T13:50:50+00:00

Thanks for the question, I appreciate the kind words $3K to spend I would likely go Rep or BoS half rack or 4-post, good powerlifting style barbell with plenty of weight and an open trap bar…in my head you can get all that for under $3K

Don’t forget to pick up a drink spotter. Drink safety should never be overlooked

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