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  • Home
  • My Home Gym
    • Evolution of The Lab
    • Planning
    • Pilot Testing
    • Version 1
    • Version 2
    • Version 3
    • Version 4
    • Version 5
    • Version 6
    • Interviews
  • Garage Gym Basics
    • What Is a Home Gym?
    • Cost of A Home Gym
    • Home Gym FAQ
    • You Need These
    • Used Gym Equipment
    • Plate Refurbishing
  • Buying Guides
    • Barbells
    • Benches
      • Adjustable Benches
      • Leg Developers
      • Biceps Attachments
    • Cable Machines
      • Accessories
      • Carabiners
    • Cable Attachments
      • FIRST 5 To Buy
      • MAG Grips
    • Cardio Equipment
    • Collars
    • Dumbbells
    • Flooring
    • Landmines
    • Power Racks
      • Mag Pins
      • Rack Attachments
    • Powertec Levergym
    • Specialty Bars
      • Safety Squat Bars
    • Storage
      • Wall Control
    • Weights
  • Reviews
    • All Product Reviews
    • Benches
    • Cable Attachments
    • Cardio
    • Gym Accessories
    • Machines
    • Non-Gym Accessories
    • Rack Attachments
    • Recovery Tools
    • Specialty Bars
    • Supplements
  • Review Pipeline
    • Reviews In Progress
    • New Releases
  • Discount Codes
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    Primal Armor Appalachian Bar Review – Better than the Duffalo in 2026?

    August 8, 2023 /

    The Primal Armor Appalachian Bar is one of the first releases from Primal Armor. A company who has plans to do a LOT in the home gym space.

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    The Gray Matter Lab – V5

    January 6, 2023 /

    The Gray Matter Lab - V5... This continues to be a labor of love, passion, and crazy. I didn't think I'd be here... but here we are!

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    Kabuki Strength Kadillac Bar Review – 2026

    September 26, 2022 /

    In this review ill attempt to paint my experiences with the Kabuki Strength Kadillac Bar, compare it to my football bar, and make general notes on the pros and cons, and overall if I think the price tag makes sense.

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    Mutant Metals Snap Back Rollers Review – 2026

    September 10, 2022 /

    The Mutant Metals Snap Back Rollers are FIRE. There are a few things they could fix/address, but these are a staple in my gym.

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    KlevaBuilt Genesis Jack 2.0 – Review

    February 9, 2022 /

    The KlevaBuilt Genesis Jack 2.0 has become the GO TO deadlift jack for a long line of at home and commercial gym goers.

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  • A7 Powerlifting Gear Review

    February 9, 2022 /

    Here are my thoughts on my A7 Powerlifting Gear after owning and using it consistently for more than a year.

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    Edge Fitness Systems Mono Hooks Review

    September 7, 2020 /

    The Edge Fitness Systems Mono Hooks were some of the first available on the market. They are missing key upgrades that others have today, but function as intended.

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    Mutant Metals Custom Rack Attached Bench Dock Review

    August 31, 2020 /

    Chris from Mutant Metals made me this bench dock BEFORE he officially started Mutant Metals. I believe myself and Josh Sutelman are the only two to have them (I ordered his for him). You can always ask Chris for a custom quote.

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    HyperIce HyperVolt – 1+ Year Review

    October 1, 2019 /

    The HyperVolt is a great tool assuming you use it regularly. It is small enough to travel, but packs a big punch. This thing gets used DAILY by me as part of my night time routine. There are now WAY more options on the market to consider than when I bought mine.

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    Sanddune Stepper Review – Gimmick or Game Changer? – 2026

    April 3, 2019 /

    The Sanddune Stepper is one of the most used pieces of equipment in my household. Inside, outside, jumps, walks, carries, and more. These get used a LOT.

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    SleepEatLift
  • Standing O for such a comprehensive review and beneficial post.
    RogueCrusher
  • he let's me lift weights, climb trees, coaches my soccer and basketball teams... he's pretty cool!
    Audrey Gray
  • This is truly a great review. Fair review. Made me want it more despite its shortcomings.
    tgr_strength
  • Fantastic review. I really feel like it is fair, balanced, and straightforward. I really appreciate the transparency regarding how you received the bar. Great job!
    Christian Ernst
  • great review, just ordered the medium pronate today, im sure I will be getting more in the future
    Fitness You Can Live With
  • Have you seen this guy? I can't take my eyes OFF of him.
    Jamie Gray
  • Man this is just a great review! Think you kinda helped me make the decision to try this Thanks for the review
    Portfoloio Management
  • He is the best son a mom could ask for.
    Betty Gray
  • Well done review. Touched on every single concern and consideration I would have regarding this piece. You very clearly defined who this is for, which includes me. Keep up the great work!
    @CaptainThemerica
  • First time coming across your channel. Absolutely great review. Really appreciate the thorough walk through per movement. I think this is the best review of the Freak that I've seen. Look forward to checking out more of your videos.
    @chrisgraves5322
  • Perhaps the best, thorough review have ever seen on any equip video. Thank you for taking all this time and effort putting together this video!! Appreciate your work!
    @user-zy1lg9no2o
  • Everytime I was about to comment a question you answered it before I could finish typing. Great review.

    @randybowman
  • The opening segment was awesome, Joe! Great review presented in a creative format!
    @babygiantbarbell1014
  • Very thorough review! This confirms that this piece doesn’t meet my needs, but I can see the value for a lot of home gym owners.
    @fwiffo42

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My name is Joe Gray. My goal has always been to create garage gym content that I would want to watch, read, and participate in. My thought was, if I was interested, someone else might be too. Thanks for checking out what I do!

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