manta ray a must have piece of equipment

Review submitted on 7th December 2018 by tim taylor

bit more of an effort to set up from the back squat manta ray but works really well once you get into the reps

Quality product

Review submitted on 30th October 2017 by Kevin Woodhouse

I've had a couple of brief aborted attempts at front squat in the past.
Pain in the shoulders from pressure of the bar and finding it impossible to keep the bar in position for very long meant the exercise was very quickly binned.
I used the Sting Ray for five sets plus warm ups and the bar stayed in place really easily and there was no discomfort from the bar at all. It's a quality product and was delivered very promptly.
If you have struggled with front squats for the reasons above I would recommend it...it certainly does what it says on the tin!

Does exactly what I expected

Review submitted on 2nd December 2017 by Richard N

Pros: clips onto barbell perfectly.
Appears to be made to last
Spreads the load over the shoulder muscle and very comfortable to use.

Cons: for me there are no cons as I don't possess the arm/wrist range of motion for the ideal traditional hold/grip but it is designed for the cross over hold with your ones arms internally rotated. It might not work ideally with the traditional grip/hold.

Disappointing so far

Review submitted on 2nd December 2017 by Steve

I bought this product as I’ve been struggling with front squats due to a shoulder injury. The sting ray is helpful with lower weights, but I’ve struggled with it as I’ve increased the weight as I find it difficult to maintain balance.. To be fair, I think part of the problem may be inflexibility in my shoulder, but sadly it seems like it will be one of those pieces of equipment that gets left gathering dust.

My Squat helper

Review submitted on 23rd May 2015 by Frank McCracken

I don't usually fall for hype over gym assist products, but I will say this product stands up to everything it says, I feel far more comfortable, much more secure, and through that, able to squat with more weight!, a brilliant purchase, and a must for those wanting to do front squats, the only reason I put 9/10, is because trying to fit it on the bar can be awkward, but I'm sure that will loosen the more I use it, well done!

Absolute Genius

Review submitted on 18th December 2014 by Shaun Mitchem

I have never been able to get near front squats before (partly because of dodgy wrist), but this little device makes them easy!

Surprised

Review submitted on 16th April 2017 by Daniel

I've been looking for something to help me with my quads as my gym is a bit limited with equipment. Having the product arrived, I was gutted, it looks like two chicken fillets on some cable. I equally hesitated when I brought it to the gym, as no one wants to be that guy who has all the gear. Never the less I got over the inital questioning and began using it. I can't remember a product becoming such a staple part of my training so quickly. I have gone from 25kg a side to 50kg on the front squat in just over 3 weeks. It brings so much comfort and stability to the movement.

Perfect equipment for your front squats

Review submitted on 15th September 2015 by Clint Thompson

What a great piece of equipment for a good price. Highly recommended.