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afdr9lk

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(Msg. 1) Posted: Tue May 24, 2005 5:38 am
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I take a lot of pride in building things. Sure I
can usually buy the things I build cheaper but hey
it's just the way I am. Examples: http://www.freakyacres.com
Now I want to build a squat rack/cage. I lift alone
and I am concerned about safety. Therefore any exercise
where the weight is over me I use a machine. I haven't
squatted at all. I have totally neglected my legs even
though I have done good with the upper body. I think
a cage would be the best with the bar fastened on tracks
for safety. But here again I know nothing about squatting.
What is the safest type of equipment to squat alone with?
Links to products would be great. Once I get the equipment
set up I will be back to learn technique.

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(Msg. 2) Posted: Tue May 24, 2005 5:38 am
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Sure I
can usually buy the things I build cheaper but hey
it's just the way I am.

Your name ends in "Ski" doesn't it?

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(Msg. 3) Posted: Tue May 24, 2005 6:02 am
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"afdr9lk" <9ekdu DeleteThis @dikmd.com> wrote in message
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>I take a lot of pride in building things. Sure I
> can usually buy the things I build cheaper but hey
> it's just the way I am. Examples: http://www.freakyacres.com
> Now I want to build a squat rack/cage. I lift alone
> and I am concerned about safety. Therefore any exercise
> where the weight is over me I use a machine. I haven't
> squatted at all. I have totally neglected my legs even
> though I have done good with the upper body. I think
> a cage would be the best with the bar fastened on tracks
> for safety. But here again I know nothing about squatting.
> What is the safest type of equipment to squat alone with?
> Links to products would be great. Once I get the equipment
> set up I will be back to learn technique.

If you want to work with metal, can weld and drill a lot of big holes, then
build a power rack. There are a million pictures of power rackson the web.

If you want to be safe when doing some bench presses and squats for just
yourself, a simple step rack will do.

I think I have a couple drawings around here that I could send you if
interested. E-mail me if interested.

I have built a lot of these things over the years. When you decide what you
want, check in with me and I can give you a couple pointers.
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(Msg. 4) Posted: Wed May 25, 2005 4:28 am
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wartaa.TakeThisOut@gmail.com wrote:
> Sure I
> can usually buy the things I build cheaper but hey
> it's just the way I am.
>
> Your name ends in "Ski" doesn't it?
>
Uh... no.... but thanks for asking.
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(Msg. 5) Posted: Wed May 25, 2005 4:33 am
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Lee Michaels wrote:
> "afdr9lk" <9ekdu.TakeThisOut@dikmd.com> wrote in message
> news:eswke.5127$X92.290@newsread2.news.pas.earthlink.net...
>
>>I take a lot of pride in building things. Sure I
>>can usually buy the things I build cheaper but hey
>>it's just the way I am. Examples: http://www.freakyacres.com
>>Now I want to build a squat rack/cage. I lift alone
>>and I am concerned about safety. Therefore any exercise
>>where the weight is over me I use a machine. I haven't
>>squatted at all. I have totally neglected my legs even
>>though I have done good with the upper body. I think
>>a cage would be the best with the bar fastened on tracks
>>for safety. But here again I know nothing about squatting.
>>What is the safest type of equipment to squat alone with?
>>Links to products would be great. Once I get the equipment
>>set up I will be back to learn technique.
>
>
> If you want to work with metal, can weld and drill a lot of big holes, then
> build a power rack. There are a million pictures of power rackson the web.
>
> If you want to be safe when doing some bench presses and squats for just
> yourself, a simple step rack will do.
>
> I think I have a couple drawings around here that I could send you if
> interested. E-mail me if interested.
>
> I have built a lot of these things over the years. When you decide what you
> want, check in with me and I can give you a couple pointers.
>

You know I see that powertec has a power rack for $350 plus $35 shipping.
I may just buy one since they are so cheap. I figured I was looking a
grand. What do you think of the powertec power rack? Also fitness factory
outlet says they have free shipping on most items. Have you or anyone
else listening dealt with them? I tried to call them but they are closed
right now. It would be fun to build but if I buy one I can start right away.
Any onlines stores that you recommend?
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