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Manta Ray Squat Device
27th March 2012 - NOTE FROM PETE: We have had to change the indicated pricing structure of the MantaRay due to a gym parts company appearing significantly cheaper for the Manta Ray by displaying an Ex. VAT price and adding an £8 delivery charge. We are not out to deliberately trick you into thinking we are the cheapest then shafting you at the checkout but have had to adopt the same pricing strategy in order to equal their apparent price. Once delivery and VAT is added we are still cheaper and always have the MantaRay in stock, have been selling it since 1999 and I still use my original one to this very day.
Due to this forced pricing method our shop price will NOT reflect the web price but will reflect the overal purchase price as defined by final checkout price INCLUDING postage etc.
Just wanted to clear things. Cheers - Pete.
The Manta Ray squat device is the king of barbell pads. It's not a barbell pad but a masterpeice of engineering. The MantaRay is so brilliant we ALWAYS keep plenty on stock for guaranteed next day delivery: Read more below:
What makes the Manta Ray so special?
With nothing more than pipe lagging being the norm when it comes to barbell pads, the Manta Ray Squat Device is unique in so much as it's been designed and manufactured with one thing in mind and that's doing what it's meant to do and doing it without compromise.
Review: Manta Ray Squat Pad
The Manta Ray device is truly an innovation and remarkable piece of engineering. From everyone I have spoken to regarding Manta Ray use, I only get praise for it's comfort and ease of use. Myself (Pete) started using one after we first decided to add the Manta Ray to our product line-up (9 years ago). Needless to say, I am still using my Manta Ray (the very same one) every time I squat, and apart from my dodgy scrawly written name by permanent marker pen, it still looks as good today after nearly 10 years of abuse and being kicked around in my gym bag as it did that day we opened the very first shipment! What else costing less than a tub of protein can you say that about?
If like me, you have endured years of wrapping towels, belts, pipe-lagging and anything else you can find, around the bar before squats, the MantaRay will come as a breath of fresh air. On the odd occasion I have forgotten to take my Manta Ray to the gym, I have suffered a bruised and painful spine for the following 2 weeks.
If you find you don't have the trap. development to keep the bar off your bony bits, do your self a huge favour. Get a Manta Ray (or get one for your partner as a present) you'll be very glad you did. I am and can't imagine ever squatting without it now, it's the best training partner you'll ever find !
What Advanced Fitness Inc. say about their Manta Ray Squat Pad:
"Manta Ray"
"Our patented load distribution device for the back squat exercise. Made from a hi-tech polyurethane polymer, it is virtually indestructible. Instead of the force concentrating in one small area, the Manta Ray increases the surface area by more than 1600% finally making it possible to focus on the movement. The front projections help keep the bar from trying to roll off your back. This allows most people use a more erect posture because it stops the bodies tendency to bend the lifter forward in an attempt to take the stress off the shoulders."
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Standard Barbell Pad
Thick foam padding to cushion the bar's weight to help avoid upper back discomfort. In truth, if you're lifting enough weight that you need to pad the bar to avoid discomfort, a cushion will not prove a long term solution. Instead, you should review the Manta Ray! The Manta Ray serves to distribute |
Olympic Barbell Pad
Thick foam padding to cushion the bar's weight to help avoid upper back discomfort. In truth, if you're lifting enough weight that you need to pad the bar to avoid discomfort, a cushion will not prove a long term solution. Instead, you should review the Manta Ray! The Manta Ray serves to distribute |
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Adjustable Farmers Walk Handles (pair)
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Cambered Squat Bar
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Olympic Trap Bar
With a few modifications to the shape (primarily adding a couple of extra sides) it doesn't breach the copyright of the original design. This means we are now able to bring this marvellous piece of equipment to you the way it was intended. |
Safety Squat Bar
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International Olympic 7ft (350kg) Bar
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Cast Kettlebell - 24kg
Heavy Duty 24kg Cast Kettlebell (Full Commercial Use) |
Read all reviews for Manta Ray
Worth a try for regular squattersReview submitted on 11th November 2011 by Mark Stickland I bought one of these about 8 years ago (they were considerably cheaper then!) and can verify that they are virtually indestructible. I have always favoured 20-rep barbell squatting, but used to find that the bar irritated a protruding vertebra, sometimes to the point of causing a bleeding sore. |
user tip !!Review submitted on 30th October 2011 by Paul Storey our gym has one and its great on tip is let it slip over the shoulders so the bar sits more over your back and pull it in puts the weight more over your back end so the weight hits your glutes more on the squat !! |
BrilliantReview submitted on 6th December 2010 by Wayne I thought I add a review to this product because I was surprised there wasnt more reviews already posted. Obvisoly, many gym users still do not know about the Manta Ray! If you don't and you want to squat heavy without the spine pain afterwards then this product is a must. It beats the pads, towels etc anyday. I have used it for the past 2 years and will never do my squats without it. Think about it, you dont want your body wasting time repairing your sore shoulders, when it should be using all available resources rebuildingyour leg muscles. Tip: wrap a small towel over your shoulders before stepping under the mantra ray for increased confort. Lastly, many women do not squat and would encourge them to use this product to make squatting more comfortable. |
Quality piece of equipmentReview submitted on 23rd June 2010 by Pete Luffman As a personal trainer and gym owner I can attest to the quality and effectiveness of the Manta Ray. For some people who find it difficult to find a comfy spot on they're back for squatting, the Manta Ray is invaluable. Many of my gym members and clients love the Manta Ray and if it helps them get on and do squats then I am more than happy for them to use it. If you would like to try before you buy you could always come to my gym and give it a go. Pete Luffman (The Fitness Hub - Portishead) |
Mantra Ray - Dogs Bollocks!!Review submitted on 30th March 2010 by john burke Due to a car crash nearly 2 years ago I have been unable to squat due to the pain it caused in my damaged shoulder. I was also unable to perform any heavy pressing movements and as such have lost a lot of muscle mass. Five weeks ago I had surgery and have been advised not to lift my arm above shoulder height for 3 months!! The Doc's advised no weights for arms/shoulder so I looked into other things and remembered the Manta Ray being advertised many years ago,but as with most things that sound to good to be true they usually are. NOT SO the manta ray, I went to the gym today want cranked out 20 heavy breathing squats (youngsters google it!) with no shoulder discomfort at all just sore legs and lungs! I bought this because of injury but would highly recommend it to everyone it makes squatting much more bearable. Get squatting and get gaining. Cheers |
Still going strong 10 years on!Review submitted on 1st July 2009 by Pete Walker Gym RatZ As I've already mentioned in the description, I have been using my Manta Ray Squat Device for over 10 years now. Apart from my name scribbled in fading permanent marker pen my MantaRay is as good today as when I started using it. |
