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PikeKing
10-10-2004, 09:59
Well what can I say about this that hasnt been said before?

I've had RT now for about 5 months. Its always great fun to use, a big group normally gathers at the gym, everyone wanting to have a go.

I must admit that I've not used it regularly. I would go a few weeks and use it, then not use it again for a while. My grip has definately improved. I'm now pulling 65kg on it, I started with 55kg. I want to break the 80kg barrier on this.

As for the quality, its up to the usual IronMind standard. Build quality is good, looks like it could withstand a nuclear blast! Some paint has come off the bit you attach the loading pin to but thats to be expected. Oh yeah, you need a loading pin.

Find out more about Rolling Thunder here http://www6.mailordercentral.com/ironmind/prodinfo.asp?number=1246&variation=&aitem=20&mitem=39

I'll give it an 8 out of 10.
Mike
10-10-2004, 15:13
I agree with Pikey, nice bit of kit that will last forever. The handle has a diameter of around 2.5" and makes an oly bar feel like spaghetti. Get one NOW.
PikeKing
10-10-2004, 15:15
What can you pull on it Mike?
Mike
10-10-2004, 15:23
First time I used it (2 weeks ago) I pulled 55kg, a bit disappointed :( .
I'm aiming for the 200lb mark, then I'm going to go around breaking people hands :D ...
Got a lot of funny looks in the gym, love it!
Alex (Big-AL)
10-10-2004, 15:31
I bought one same time as Pikey though i have only used mine once! Did a few lifts on it but hurt my wrist pretty quick, it still has not healed so it has sat in the corner gathering dust ever since. I hope to use it again one day.

AL
Mike
10-10-2004, 15:33
Alex = Big Al?

If enough people have one maybe we could start a comp or have a grip comp in general.
PikeKing
10-10-2004, 15:37
I think thats a cool idea, how about RT max pull, 2" bad D/O max hold with a predetermined weight and the same with an oly bar but mixed grip?
Alex (Big-AL)
10-10-2004, 15:38
Yes it is I.

An RT comp would be good, i believe i got 70 with the right hand and 65 with the left before i was crippled, however the only record i made of this was on UKMuscle...

AL
PikeKing
10-10-2004, 15:44
Yes it is I.

An RT comp would be good, i believe i got 70 with the right hand and 65 with the left before i was crippled, however the only record i made of this was on UKMuscle...

AL
yeah i seem to recall that, I think those figures are right
Mike
10-10-2004, 15:48
Sounds really cool you guys. Let me get my 55kg higher though :D
Robert
10-10-2004, 16:54
can i enter with GripDogg's Inch DB? Its 2.5" AND floats like the RT does? It doesn't bother me that its harder..
Angel Delight
12-10-2004, 22:03
Surprisingly I've quite enjoyed using it.
Mike
13-10-2004, 19:11
Surprisingly I've quite enjoyed using it.

You should enter the grip comp.
webcore
27-04-2009, 20:06
PikeKing, do you still have your RT? (for sale?) :047:
Sloth
27-04-2009, 21:15
make your own dude. get a revolving stirrup handle, cut a small piece of scaff, bend the handle open, jam in the scaff and clamp it back in. mine works a treat.
webcore
27-04-2009, 21:29
I want to work with the offical product.

Scaffolding is 2 inches. The RT is 2.5.
Sloth
27-04-2009, 23:05
ahhhh, didnt know that. fooking hell, makes all those lifts ive seen with it, suddenly better.