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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #75 on: November 14, 2009, 02:19:41 PM »
Quote from: Mr Nobody on November 14, 2009, 02:17:37 PM
Vince can you send me a free evaluation model before I decide on purchase?

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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #76 on: November 14, 2009, 02:19:48 PM »
Quote from: Mr Nobody on November 14, 2009, 02:17:37 PM
Vince can you send me a free evaluation model before I decide on purchase?

There's a deposit required for evaluation models.
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #77 on: November 14, 2009, 02:21:31 PM »
Quote from: Vince G, CSN MFT on November 14, 2009, 02:19:48 PM
There's a deposit required for evaluation models.
How much?  I have left in my pocket $2.33 will that do it?
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #78 on: November 14, 2009, 02:26:39 PM »
Quote from: Mr Nobody on November 14, 2009, 02:21:31 PM
How much?  I have left in my pocket $2.33 will that do it?

Its enough for a deposit on a catalog...... ;D


However, I did put up a special in honor of getbig.  Its a nice gesture for Christmas.  Must be a registered Getbig Member to recieve this package  ;D

Body Solid Freeweight Leverage Gym (Superman Getbig Package)

http://caliberfitness.com/proshop/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=594


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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #79 on: November 16, 2009, 10:13:08 AM »
bumping this.

for showstoppa:  the problem with buying commercial equipment is not the price per se; it's the 50% markup for shipping and i can't find shit in the "fitness stores" around here that satisfy quality requirements for me, regardless of price.

which is understandable i guess; 90% of people buy a machine and just use it as a coat rack, but i do plan on/ use the equipment i buy.

i can't just go to a cybex or hammer store at the mall because it doesn't exist.  so i can either buy the cheap ass foam padded calf raise around here or pay $1000 plus $500 for shipping.
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #80 on: November 16, 2009, 10:22:07 AM »
Quote from: ManBearPig... on November 16, 2009, 10:13:08 AM
bumping this.

for showstoppa:  the problem with buying commercial equipment is not the price per se; it's the 50% markup for shipping and i can't find shit in the "fitness stores" around here that satisfy quality requirements for me, regardless of price.

which is understandable i guess; 90% of people buy a machine and just use it as a coat rack, but i do plan on/ use the equipment i buy.

i can't just go to a cybex or hammer store at the mall because it doesn't exist.  so i can either buy the cheap ass foam padded calf raise around here or pay $1000 plus $500 for shipping.

Check your pm's.
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #81 on: November 16, 2009, 10:26:22 AM »
Quote from: ManBearPig... on November 16, 2009, 10:13:08 AM
bumping this.

for showstoppa:  the problem with buying commercial equipment is not the price per se; it's the 50% markup for shipping and i can't find shit in the "fitness stores" around here that satisfy quality requirements for me, regardless of price.

which is understandable i guess; 90% of people buy a machine and just use it as a coat rack, but i do plan on/ use the equipment i buy.

i can't just go to a cybex or hammer store at the mall because it doesn't exist.  so i can either buy the cheap ass foam padded calf raise around here or pay $1000 plus $500 for shipping.

Why not visit a fitness expo (sorry for this term but that's how the industry calls it) so that you can try several brands, doing business and take the stuff home yourself?
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #82 on: November 16, 2009, 08:09:03 PM »
WHY DONT YOU JUST SIT A BAR WITH 300 POUNDS AND SOME PADDIN ON YOUR KNEES AND DO SEATED CALVE RAISES LIKE THAT, YOUD BE AN IDIOT TO BUY A MACHINE, OR U JUST HAVE TOO MUCH MONEY?
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #83 on: November 26, 2009, 06:37:58 AM »
Quote from: Vince G, CSN MFT on November 14, 2009, 07:29:59 AM
I'm sorry but I'm not aware of any ab machine that Body Solid makes that has weights that you load on the head side and the bottom side.  That would be pretty interesting to see.

Everytime I was in the gym I forgot to take the pics of the machine but here they are.
First pic is unloaded.
Second pic I only loaded 2 10lbs plates on the head side and you can see what happens.
For you and me it's logic etc how to use the machine but if you are a secretary and purchase this for home use you will enjoy it by loading the head end everytime because it's easier.

Very uncomfortable machine for the experienced gymrat and no ways to adjust anywhere for the taller or shorter people but the leg support and the angle of the machine stays the same
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #84 on: November 26, 2009, 06:57:54 AM »
Quote from: mantronik on November 26, 2009, 06:37:58 AM
Everytime I was in the gym I forgot to take the pics of the machine but here they are.
First pic is unloaded.
Second pic I only loaded 2 10lbs plates on the head side and you can see what happens.
For you and me it's logic etc how to use the machine but if you are a secretary and purchase this for home use you will enjoy it by loading the head end everytime because it's easier.

Very uncomfortable machine for the experienced gymrat and no ways to adjust anywhere for the taller or shorter people but the leg support and the angle of the machine stays the same

Trying is believing but judging from those pics this machine lacks of flexibility and has worse biomechanics. Most ab machines I've tried caused lower back problems. I prefer doing crunches with a rope pulley or a swiss ball.
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #85 on: November 26, 2009, 07:22:21 AM »
Quote from: ManBearPig... on November 13, 2009, 09:14:37 AM
Any yays or nays on this company?

Here's what i'm looking at:

http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/bsolid/gscr349.html


Also, if sucks, please recommend a nice seated calf machine for home use.  K thanks studs.
Check Craigslist , I just bought a Bodysolid machine(mint condition ) for $300 .
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #86 on: November 26, 2009, 07:35:44 AM »
why do you own two machines that do the exact same thing? godamn fucking moron.
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #87 on: November 26, 2009, 07:41:53 AM »
Quote from: che on November 26, 2009, 07:22:21 AM
Check Craigslist , I just bought a Bodysolid machine(mint condition ) for $300 .
Goodrum wont like this, cutting into his profits
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #88 on: November 26, 2009, 07:44:43 AM »
Quote from: Mr Nobody on November 26, 2009, 07:41:53 AM
Goodrum wont like this, cutting into his profits
goodcum makes  0 profit...
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #89 on: November 26, 2009, 07:44:52 AM »
Quote from: uberman09 on November 26, 2009, 07:35:44 AM
why do you own two machines that do the exact same thing? godamn fucking moron.

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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #90 on: November 26, 2009, 07:45:39 AM »
Quote from: uberman09 on November 26, 2009, 07:44:43 AM
goodcum makes  0 profit...
not sure he says he makes mega dollars off his site...
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #91 on: November 26, 2009, 08:00:23 AM »
My power rack is a Body Solid.  Gets the job done & the price was right but it's very basic and probably isn't rated to carry enough for someone who moves big weight.  Strictly a 'fitness enthusiast's' piece of equipment.  Can't imagine anyone putting their gear in a commercial setting.

Btw, since we're ranting - I fucking hate Gold's Gym stuff.  DO NOT BUY.  I have some oly plates for my dumbell handles and the metallic paint continues to chip off the fucking things.  The retard that brought these to market should be publicly flogged.  It's just a matter of time until I get a flake in my eye & I keep meaning to get some other ones.  My TFG and BodyWorx plates are ok tho.  Ffs how hard is it to make a weight plate?!
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #92 on: November 26, 2009, 08:06:57 AM »
Quote from: Tapeworm on November 26, 2009, 08:00:23 AM
My power rack is a Body Solid.  Gets the job done & the price was right but it's very basic and probably isn't rated to carry enough for someone who moves big weight.  Strictly a 'fitness enthusiast's' piece of equipment.  Can't imagine anyone putting their gear in a commercial setting.

Btw, since we're ranting - I fucking hate Gold's Gym stuff.  DO NOT BUY.  I have some oly plates for my dumbell handles and the metallic paint continues to chip off the fucking things.  The retard that brought these to market should be publicly flogged.  It's just a matter of time until I get a flake in my eye & I keep meaning to get some other ones.  My TFG and BodyWorx plates are ok tho.  Ffs how hard is it to make a weight plate?!
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #93 on: November 26, 2009, 08:09:09 AM »
Quote from: ManBearPig... on November 13, 2009, 09:14:37 AM
Any yays or nays on this company?

Here's what i'm looking at:
http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/bsolid/gscr349.html

Also, if sucks, please recommend a nice seated calf machine for home use.  K thanks studs.

Yes, its a good company and good equipment, I had an entire home gym in my basement equipped with Body Solid, you may want to check on prices here: www.fitnessfactory.com
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #94 on: November 26, 2009, 08:13:48 AM »
Quote from: Mr Nobody on November 26, 2009, 08:06:57 AM
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Did you buy the same one?



*Negro not included.

Only difference is mine's got chrome pins and I took a magic marker and wrote #s on it.
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #95 on: November 26, 2009, 08:16:01 AM »
Quote from: Tapeworm on November 26, 2009, 08:13:48 AM
Did you buy the same one?



*Negro not included.

Only difference is mine's got chrome pins and I took a magic marker and wrote #s on it.
LMAO "negro not include" yes got the same one...basically all you need throw in some barbells and dumbells and bench good to go.
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #96 on: November 26, 2009, 08:57:07 AM »
Quote from: Mr Nobody on November 26, 2009, 08:16:01 AM
LMAO "negro not include" yes got the same one...basically all you need throw in some barbells and dumbells and bench good to go.

True.  I like my multistation too (mostly for flies, leg extensions, and leg curls), some no name chinese manufactured thing, but I'd get along quite well without it.  If I had to go kit out again it would be the rack first, oly barbell & adjustable dumbells, and a bench that incorporates leg extensions and curls (although I've never used one and the non cable mechanics might be crappy). 

A height adjustable cable crossover would be pretty cool, but it's a lot of machine for probably not much benefit.
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #97 on: November 26, 2009, 08:59:07 AM »
Quote from: Tapeworm on November 26, 2009, 08:57:07 AM
True.  I like my multistation too (mostly for flies, leg extensions, and leg curls), some no name chinese manufactured thing, but I'd get along quite well without it.  If I had to go kit out again it would be the rack first, oly barbell & adjustable dumbells, and a bench that incorporates leg extensions and curls (although I've never used one and the non cable mechanics might be crappy). 

A height adjustable cable crossover would be pretty cool, but it's a lot of machine for probably not much benefit.
A lat cable would be great for sure,,
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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #98 on: November 26, 2009, 09:02:22 AM »
The holes at the bottom and top of your rack are there to accomodate a weight stack.  I didn't get it since I already have my multi.  Maybe you can buy the stack and cable setup to add on?

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Re: Body Solid
« Reply #99 on: November 26, 2009, 09:04:57 AM »
Btw notice how the white man gets the premium setup while the black man gets stuck with the basic model.   ::)












































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