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Powerlifting Gear & Equipment Reviews

Gear reviews and recommendations for lifters looking to take their performance to the next level. Only the best products are featured here!

Find the best knee sleeves, shoes, and more. List of approved equipment by fed.

The 5 Best Deadlift Bars

Last updated January 5, 2021

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The Best Deadlifts Bars

Deadlifting can be one of the most rewarding experiences in lifting. That is, if you can get the safest, highest quality equipment. There’s so much to consider when shopping for your deadlift bar with so many options on the market.

Here are the best deadlift bars available today, along with a buying guide, to help you choose the right bar for you. 

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Best Face Masks for Exercising at the Gym

Last updated June 22, 2020

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Gyms are beginning to reopen around the world, but frequently with restrictions and safety precautions. Some of the most common safety measures are social distancing, capacity limits, and requesting that members wear face masks. This is especially true of indoor gyms, which are more conducive to the spread of COVID-19 when compared to outdoor gym spaces. [Read more…]

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Titan Signature Gold Wrist Wraps Review

Last updated March 31, 2020

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The Signature Gold wrist wraps by Titan have been my preferred choice of powerlifting wrist wrap for the last several years. [Read more…]

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Iron Rebel Coupon & Promo Code (10% Discount)

Last updated January 20, 2020

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Iron Rebel Promo Code

If you’re looking to save on lifting gear at Iron Rebel, Lift Vault has you covered. Copy the discount code LIFTVAULT10 below and enter it at check out to save 10% on your order. [Read more…]

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Strength Shop Inferno Knee Sleeves Review

Leave a Comment Last updated June 30, 2020

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This is a collection of reviews for Strength Shop’s 7mm Inferno Knee Sleeves. They’ve been getting a lot of attention, as even though they’re in the $50 price range, they are getting comparisons to well respected knee sleeves like SBD and Titan’s Yellow Jackets. [Read more…]

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Tagged With: IPF Approved Knee Sleeves, USAPL Approved Knee Sleeves, USPA Approved Knee Sleeves



Which Mark Bell Sling Shot Should You Buy? [Buying Guide]

Last updated December 19, 2019

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Mark Bell’s Sling Shot has become synonymous with a big bench press and has quickly become one of the most interesting – and fun – pieces of gym equipment available.

Due to their overwhelming popularity, several variations were made. This can make it tricky to know which Sling Shot you should buy. Fear not: it’s not nearly as tricky as it looks. [Read more…]

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IPF & USAPL Approved List of Equipment & Gear (Updated for 2021)

Last updated December 24, 2020

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IPF and USAPL approved list of gear, updated for 2021.

I am not affiliated with the IPF or USAPL in any way. This page is based on my best understanding of their published equipment rules.

ipf approved gear

Understanding what equipment is approved for use is an essential part of any powerlifting competition. If a piece of gear is not approved for use in a given powerlifting federation, an athlete will not be permitted to use it on the platform.

This guide covers all approved powerlifting gear for the IPF and USAPL.

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