TESTING THE ULTIMATE STRONGMAN SQUAT MACHINE | NICK BEST
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It's always nice to see you guys come together. Such a good
gym bro friendship.
I think you're going to have a little bit of play no matter how good those guys build it. Just the nature of pushing all that weight up from below from a single point. Actually I think those guys are incredible for getting it that stable. The only other thing you could do would be to weld two more guild rails laterally, just above shoulder height.
My two favorite strongman athletes! Enjoy all the videos you two put together and I wish both of you all the best in whatever life brings you. I hope I can come to the event next year. I enjoy how you bring Nick in for testing to make sure everyone is safe and you both seem to have a good time together - reminds me of when my best friend and I hang out. God bless you both and your families and prayers always for all of you
1:36 “Sounds like retirement.” Goddamn savage Keri 🤣
Easy for her to say lmao, she hasn’t lifted the weights he has
@@Juliussmoothie don't be ridiculous about it. She is his wife and she has every right to crack a little joke with her husband. Don't bring your ego with someone you love.
Lol I know, right!
@@jai6954his efforts gave her the life she enjoys. Just realise that and then think about if she should be cracking jokes like that
@@Juliussmoothie what do you mean by "his efforts" . He is not a alone he got kids and wife, and I think you have no idea how tough is to handle a family kids if don't have a supportive caring partner which his wife is. You can't be on the top of your game if some bs is going on your family, you need someone to handle that. And that's where a wife or a caring person comes. She gave him the support so he can train freely without any tension of home. It's not like she is just a random person whom he hired for babycare. C'mon think like a mature person.
I was at the strongest man on earth last year and it was one of the greatest trips of my life with some friends. Sad we can't go again this year but so hyped to watch it on livestream
I gotta make that happen one of these years.
*TRUMP 2024* 🇺🇸
Shaw and Trump 2024
I'm there supporting Shaw every year, and plan to always be there, and I live in Texas
I've just realised to top it off colorado is legal 😂😂😂
Did ypu see me lifting that really BIG thing in the bathroom area 😂
Even if Nick misses his flight, Brian can just throw him to his destination and keg toss the luggage 😂
I ♥ all of my White brothers and sisters.
Love when Nick is a part of the videos. He's such a stand-up guy.
Nick is a beast, all us 55yo want to be like him
"I'll be eating alot of fuzzy tacos that weekend." 😂
For sure during the weekend.l is what he said. Either way, why is that funny?
lucky keri
@@skinlab4239I bet you’re fun at parties. Unless you are understanding the joke lol
That sounded so wrong.... Or right.... Whichever way u look at it hahaha
@@XxNeSsOxX1 there is no joke. I don't have time for parties. Businesses don't run when you are at parties All of the time.
Those extra guide rods was the right move. 8 total guide rods is needed for such a massive type smith machine.
What i would love to see is a "sword in a stone". Thought of this when i saw Eddie testing his maximum dead lift in the facility. Basically you would have a "sword" in a "stone" and its connected to a scale of some variety and the contestants just pull on it as hard as they can and see who has the biggest deadlift force.
plus after its used by the competitors you can put it out for the public to try
yes cool very cool idea!
Email him. I had emailed about a competition pull-down machine lift. The more ideas the better.
Or you could do some variation like with that grip event when they hold onto that grip attached to the massive ball for time, give the same aesthetic but just pull max weight and keep adding.
well I like either my "sword in the stone" idea because i think it'll be interesting to see what huge numbers these monsters get especially vs the public BUT I also like the idea of "real world" situations so its more relatable so i think there should be an event on seeing if you can carry all of the shopping/groceries from the car the fastest. Kind of like the farmers walk!
@@BH-rx3ue I think anything with animals is out of the question and too uncontrolable, but a rope pull against whatever type of strong animal would be glorious. You would have all the animal rights freaks twist their panties so tight, they would be pissing out of their ears. So that aside. Speaking of real world. I remember in my country in the 1980s they did 'how many bricks can you push against each other in a row and lift this row at chest height while clamping them together'. Big frame would help. Another one was holding super heavy fantasy swords stretched, as a shoulder challenge. But these are smaller weights. I have never seen swinging ungodly heavy hammers to smash things like they do at fun fairs. It would be interesting to see how heavy the hammers could get, before they can not use them in a full sledge hammer motion. I think hammers are visually sexy/appealing. I remember a training vid with Derek poundstone doing normal sledgehammer workout, that looked like a gorilla smashing shit and he got totally exhausted quickly from straight over head smashes
That is one high squat
just finished the interview with thor and came straight to this video! the HYPE is insane!
It looks amazing, but the setup seems super high atm. Hopefully that can be adjusted so guys are getting close to depth
I see Nick in the thumbnail, I click video, I enjoyed video, I like video. He's is literally the BEST buddy to test stuff because of his experience 😎🤘🏻
7:41 dave with the safety squints
4x WSM 2x SMOE 3x ARNOLD WINNER AND OSHA VIOLATOR BRIAN SHAW
I'm surprised he didn't use a welder-faceshield, eyesight is very delicate.
@@Mirriam02 its easy you just close your eyes... but if you weld without helm for to many times you will begin to get sunburned a bit
Safety second
they were just tacks, all welders will at times tack without a hood, all welds are done with a hood
1. More diagonals!
2. Longer wheelbase on the slidingwheels 3ft instead of 1ft
3. More diagonals
Cross-bracing is the key, can add a lot of rigidity without adding too much weight.
Looks great but why no depth on those squats? Not even getting close to parallel
Gonna favor taller people if theres no adjustable height
Hope the squat in comp is set for more depth.
That's crazy high.
Awesome apparatus but I really hope we will see squats at minimum 6" deeper.
I don't care about PL depth where giant rounded quads need to be flat in view, but at least parallel hamstrings, that's about a parallel squat anyway.
@a-a-rondavis9438 even powerlifting depth is far from full ROM. I really hope they get this event right. The last squat they had at the shaw classic was really bad. He needs this one to go well.
@@shawnmichaud4484 non equipped PL depth is always solid at big comps. It's usually quads parallel.
@@a-a-rondavis9438strongman depth standards are less strict but these were high even for strongman
@@a-a-rondavis9438Powerlifting Depth is hip crease below knee.
Fuzzy pink tacos are the best!!! 😂😂
I certainly hope the depth is adjustable. Way too shallow on the video. Other than that, it looks amazing.
They can always step on a platform to get greater depth
It’s fine for strongman at Shaws height but you’ll get the occasional WSM competitor under 6ft. I guess they are at a big disadvantage for stones and whatnot so it tends to work out in the end.
I hope for the comp the go deeper in the squat. It’s not fully parallel and wouldn’t count in any other comp.
So pumped for the SMOE. I will be there!
This isn't powerlifting bud.
Its still wrong to not even go parallel on squat and call it any form of real squat@@erebus79
@@erebus79 and that means nothing. As I said parallel is parallel. It wouldn’t count in in most people’s opinion bud
Just me or is the range of motion kinda bad? I feel like it bottoms out way to quick
Agreed. Barely 90 degree leg angle.
I am no strongman, but know I can lift substantially more in that range than going a55-to-grass
I agree that it seems like a very short ROM.
Whats the difference between this and a smith machine? I dont see the point
This shit is a quarter squat💩And they call themselves "Strongman" 🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
@@SnoW-pk9zo just visually more impressive. that's half of what strongman is. they could use calibrated weights for everything but a bunch of rocks looks cooler
Depth definitely needs to be deeper, but looks excellent, good work.
What I was about to comment
This is sooo far from depth that it is just insane. But weights will be high
It will be extremely taxing regardless. This isn't powerlifting, you have 8 events total and 3 more events after the squat so you don't want to kill the athletes on the squat.
@@erebus79 mitch hoopers squat depth was a fucken joke.
This is great, very excited to see all of these machines in competition! One thought: what about a decent thickness of rubber pad at the bottom on the squat rack? Watching the video, it seemed like hitting the bottom was a little harsh. Not enough rubber to cause a bounce, obviously, but just a bit maybe to cushion the jarring on neck, shoulders and hands.
Glad to see that the rails were changed over the liner rails and bearings. That will make everything so much smoother!
Man! Brian & Friends are like kids in a candy store!! I love it!! Keep living the dream buddy! Man, couldn't have happened to a better guy!
1:37 "...and I took that personally"
Come on x5 WSM. >.>
Red Iron and you are definitely "raising the bar" with this and the keg toss builds! Can't wait to watch!
I love seeing a video with Nick where he isn't getting harassed by Eddie or Robert!
From an engineering standpoint, would suggest adding extra material on the front and back side of the long vertical square tube that connects to the bar. That'll increase the section modulus / resistance to bending in that direction, and that appears to be where you have a bit of wobble left. Or, alternatively, switch from a square section to a rectangular section for those parts. Side to side it should be strong enough already since they are tied together top and bottom. Aside from that it looks awesome!
From a strongman standpoint, would suggest removing most of the material and doing a free weight squat
im going to be waking up on sunday morning NZT for this, most excited Ive been since Makhachev V Oliviera
Instead of rest after retirement, Brian is putting some serious effort to bring Strongman athletes to world level. He is gem of this Strongman World, even after retirement he is playing his part in whichever way its possible. Hats off you man 💪👏👏👍
Always like seeing Nick Best in your videos. Would like to see more of Robert Oberst, too
What will the standards for Squat depth be for the event?
I think they will adjust the bar pins for height of the athlete and try to maintain similar range of motion more than caring about depth. It's more like a smith machine squat with bottom pins in place. Should allow max pressing power without worry of bottom pause and balance fatigue.
If it’s anything like what was being done here, very shallow
Didn’t even hit parallel
The way the force is being channeled through just two metal bars without bracing doesn't look right. That't why it's moving around like that.
Exactly. I was looking through the comments to see if anybody saw that. I'm shocked the fabrication shop doesn't see that. We would never design that area like that in our shop. There's a few other things working here that could have been done better also. The length of those bars will increase the leverage when there is force that is off the center line. It may possibly not slide as easily regardless of the bearings in the guide bars.
Gussets
This apparatus looks as incredible as does horrifying
No stone unturned, pulling out all the stops. Sounds safe to me. Can't wait to see this bad boy in competition. Always good to see America's brother Nick up to the task. See you next time, men.
Never get full of fuzzy tacos lol
Can’t wait to watch it. It’s going to be amazing ❤
Love the apparatus build but I do feel like the squat is above parallel
Yeah it's a strongman squat it'll never be below parallel on an apparatus like this
I'm not worried about below parallel, but at least hamstrings parallel should be enough depth.
Strongman depth is parallel (hip join in line with knee joint)
This wasn’t even close
@@dantethunderstone2118 This was testing by two older, retired lifters. They'll be setting the depth for each SMOE athlete individually. I'm sure it'll be closer to parallel. But if you go back at basically any squat event at WSM or the Arnold, they're never deep squats
@@xDeathBySpikesx that’s because the depth standard for a squat in strongman is parallel, this wasn’t even closer to parallel
It's always a good time with any of the big four around lol
It looks cool, but does it go low enough?
If they adjust the bar pins right, everyone should have a similar range of motion at least.
The machine looks fantastic. Making it automatic is the best. Such a great squat machine.
You guys are crazy…..love it.
Great video, only lacking Eddie and Oberst!
This looks awesome.
The big, steel fab vibe that the Shaw classic has grown into really works well.
Popping my popcorn for SMOE love your videos
Two of my favorite strongman
Brian's work and dedication for this project is a 10 on a Richter scale.
I'm afraid the squat sensor may add some unnecessary confusion. I understand wanting them to use control and not momentum so it'll be interesting if they can set it up properly
Of course it will, this is massively over engineered
A combo rack, a barbell, some giant globes instead of weight plates is all that’s needed for a squat in strongman
Overcomplicated is kinda Brian's whole thing
@@beardedbjorn5520 and it goes against the spirit of strongman
Love this!! The machine alone makes the event amazing BUT Brian adding in the force plates makes this event even more top notch! This time it won’t be all about how many reps but how you do those reps
3:19 that counterweight on the left side will eventually rub the paint right off. But I guess it doesn't matter. It's designed for a one time use competition
SMOE is the best strongman event!!!!
Nick's squat form is so unique. He's so strong in his squat though!
Looks great bud, so happy for you guys! Youre the best Brian!
Like squatting in a giant Smith machine!
Nick Best is a legend 💪
Love it, right from the start Nick is smiling, don't see that when Eddie is involved.
A Strongman Smith Machine 💪
So will these be available at Planet Fitness soon?
they do come with built in lunk alarm
Yes, but caps at 75 lbs and immediately ejects you from the gym if you do it too easily.
😆
Probably, planet fitness doesn’t do freeweights just like Shaw
When & where can I get Nick's shirt? Thanks
Are the competitors allowed to "leg-press" it? Because you could pretty much let it rest at the bottom and then leg-press it back to the top.
Yes, it's more like a smith machine with bottom hooks in place than a conventional squat. I'm guessing more weight can be done overall as it's more like a standing leg press.
@@Demane69 Yeah exactly, like a standing leg press. Which I assume helps prevent injuries in case someone can't handle the weight after a while.
The first verticle red tubing is too long. The lever arm length makes it easy to shake side to side/front back.
Flew ireland to denver yesterday. I can't wait to attend with my wife and baby.
I wish all the success in the world to you Brian and for your event. I always enjoy watching your videos and your channel.
Redd Iron is so happy to help bring your ideas to life Brian!
Come on Brian ass to grass
I'm loving this testing phase!! This is fun!! Thanks Brian :)
Brian vs Nick in a arm wrestling match 💪
Nick Best, worlds strongest grandpa. Respect. Glad to see ya back. Time for redemption on Eddie!
I can´t imagine anyone better to dial equipment in, then you gentlemen. I´d love to see these kinds of videos, for the other eqipment. 1:36 Keri being savage today😂🥰
Is the event gonna be streamed or recorded and uploaded here on CZcams, or other places on the web, if so, where? I´m in Denmark, and got no chance of attending.
I wish I could watch it live but I'll be competing in Alabama's Strongest Man 😢
Leave it to Brian Shaw to make smith machine squatting look so cool with the worlds largest one 💪🤣👍
It's a good thing for other's that Brian wont participate, he would win no question.
The goat 😎💪🏻
BRIAN WE LOVE U MAN,,,❤GREETINGS FROM UKRAINE❤❤❤
Man, I’m so freaking excited for this contest LET’S GO!!😅
So what's the total weight of the bar with the apparatus? I don't recall anyone mentioning it.
Just broke my squat PB and can now do 155lbs., and seeing Brian & Co. test the new squat rack a day after? A wonderful week!! 😄🫂❤️
I've had my ticket for about 6 months now and I absolutely cannot wait.
Nick is the best
Is that shirt that Nick is wearing in this video available to buy? I couldn’t find it on the website. It’s really great. Keep up the great work.
Fuzzys taco! Love the sponsorship with a great restaurant lol
that is certainly the first smith machine I have seen in my life that looks cool.
Next year squat live caged tigers 🐅
Hope that “pot herb” isn’t turning up 😂
If we add more barrels that in turn, adds more weight… no kidding Brian…
You should introduce all the different guys that are part of the build process at Red Iron and elsewhere
Nick and Brian = great video
How about raising the foot plate, for shorter people and some more play overall ??! So you don't bottom out !
Almost feels like a box squat with no box. Cool setup!
Maybe a sheet of delrin plastic on the the tube the guides hit on. It won't really give much of a bounce for people to cheat with but it will also protect your equipment. Also, I don't think it would take much to add a proximity sensor to light up Everytime it bottomed out to ensure a good lift.
Props to Shaw for turning one video into two.
I would put another bar under the kegs so they can't fall if somebody lets rack fall down or goes up to quick
I am getting stoked to watch this competition!
That squat rack looks insane and with the Mash Lab barrels on it. OMG
How have you not been on JRE , smh
Shouldn't you be able to squat deeper? Not that I lift and know what the hell I'm talking about, it just seems a bit above 90°. Maybe it's supposed to be that way? Impressive piece of equipment nevertheless.
It is high, even for strongman
just give them a box to sit on so you know they are al the way down to 90 degrees, no need to make it more complicated
Or do it like almost every other strongman competition ever
I'm delighted to see a squat event featuring at this year's SMOE 😍
Awesome piece of equipment. You the man B!
The one thing I think about here, is if the machine allows the smaller guys to get low enough for it to be a real squat. Maybe you can fix that with adjustable podium or something.
I was originally a little skeptical about the engineering of this, but watching it I think this will turn out being a good event. I do think we will end up seeing 10+ reps on this setup.