Singlet or Squat suit?

BAS_FAN · 10-20-2008, 08:39 PM

So im gunna be entering a powerlifting meet on January 29th and as per IPF rules, i need to wear some type of fuckin singlet or suit. I went on the Inzer website and the singlet looks decent but for a few extra bucks, i could grab the Z-suit or champion squat suit. What do you guys suggest? I've never bought an type of lifting gear so any help would be greatly appreciated.

here are the ones im thinking of right now....if you know a better one i should invest in, feel free to let me know. Titan Support systems also makes a good singlet so let me know if thats any better.

Inzer Champion Squat Suit

Inzer Z-Suit

Inzer Singlet

Donut62 · 10-20-2008, 08:42 PM

Just compete raw if it's your first meet. Unless you have guys around you familar with gear it's not something you want to mess with at this point.

BAS_FAN · 10-20-2008, 08:49 PM

thats exactly what i said but apparently according to the IPF, i need AT LEAST a singlet to enter any sanctioned event...which blows cause i dont want to spend the money of either. I'll look inot it more but im pretty sure i need at least one of these.

Donut62 · 10-20-2008, 08:51 PM

You need a singlet to lift in any sort of legitimate powerlifting or weightlifting event. You can buy wreslting singlets anywhere for dirt cheap.

BAS_FAN · 10-20-2008, 08:51 PM

From the IPF Rule book:

"PERSONAL EQUIPMENT
Costume
Supportive
Only costumes officially registered and approved by the Technical Committee shall be permitted for use in Powerlifting and Bench press Competitions.

Non Supportive
W/L / Wrestling / Leotard / singlet. Subject to the specifications itemized (c), (d) and (e). The suit does not require Technical Committee approval.

A lifting costume must be worn and shall be of a one - piece full length lifting suit of one - ply stretch material without any patches, padding or division into panels by means of seams not necessary in the manufacture of the costume. Any seams, false or otherwise, that in the opinion of the Technical Committee, Jury, or in their absence the referees are incorporated into the costume purely as a form of reinforcement or bracing, shall invalidate the costume from being used in the competition.
The costume must be form fitting without any looseness when worn by the lifter. The straps must be worn over the shoulders at all times while lifting in competition. The lifting suit shall be subject to the following requirements..."

BAS_FAN · 10-20-2008, 08:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Donut62

You need a singlet to lift in any sort of legitimate powerlifting or weightlifting event. You can buy wreslting singlets anywhere for dirt cheap.

thats what i thought, maybe i'll just grab that inzer singlet....its $33 which isnt bad. Ok, thanks for the info...i get it now. All i wanted to know was should i buy a singlet or pay just a few bucks more and buy a entry level squat suit?

Donut62 · 10-20-2008, 08:52 PM

Yes, as I said, you have to wear a singlet in ANY powerlifting or weightlifting federation. I don't see what the problem is. Show off your man buldge with pride.