ucups for barbell standing calf raises 5/8"
ucups for barbell standing calf raises 5/8"
ucups for barbell standing calf raises 5/8"
ucups for barbell standing calf raises
ucups for barbell standing calf raises
A rack with ucups for barbell standing calf raises
rotating ucups for barbell standing calf raises
U-Cups™
U-Cups™
U-Cups™
ucups for barbell standing calf raises 5/8"
U-Cups™
ucups for barbell standing calf raises 5/8"
ucups for barbell standing calf raises 5/8"
ucups for barbell standing calf raises
ucups for barbell standing calf raises
A rack with ucups for barbell standing calf raises
rotating ucups for barbell standing calf raises

U-Cups™

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Rack post size - Width x Depth: 3"x3"
Pin size: 1"
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U-Cups™

U-Cups™

Description
Description
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Stay focused on your calves
U-Cups™ were designed to prevent tipping backward while doing standing barbell calf raises. The U-shaped chamber contains the barbell which lets you focus 100% on the mind-muscle connection.

Build calf muscle faster
Research shows free-weight exercises require greater muscle fiber recruitment to stabilize the load. Rated at 1000 lbs, U-Cups™ will challenge your calves more than any machine can.

Save space in your gym
Standing calf machines and Smith machines can take up valuable floor space in your gym. U-Cups™ let you save space (and money) by utilizing your existing rack.

Works with most racks and barbells
U-Cups™ are designed to fit common sized rack posts with 1" or 5/8" pin holes. The inside “cup” is 38mm deep and will fit most barbell sizes, and is 11" in height to allow a full range of motion.

Lifetime Guarantee
U-Cups™ are solid, made with the highest grade of steel (A36 carbon plate) and HDPE plastic inserts. There are no moving parts. Their overbuilt quality will withstand whatever abuse you throw at them and still last a lifetime.

Made in the USA
U-Cups™ are utility patent protected (U.S. Patent No. 11,890,498) 100% American made. From source materials to manufacturing, assembly, packaging and shipping. We believe in supporting local economies.

Specs
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Product specifications

  • Patent Protected (U.S. Utility Patent No. 11,890,498)
  • 15” total height / 3” total width / 6.5" total depth (including pin)
  • 11" inside-cup height - Supporting lifts with larger shoe-size folks
  • 1.5” (38mm) inside-cup depth - fits most barbell sizes (not axles)
  • 3/8” thick plate steel
  • 9.5 LB each
  • Available pin sizes: 1" and 5/8”
  • Maximum load is 1000 LBS
  • All corners are rounded for extra safety
  • Recessed hardware connects the plastic to the plates, preventing barbells or a user’s hands from contacting them
  • UDPE plastic featured on all sides to prevent barbell damage
Shipping & Returns
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Order information

  • Orders may take 48-72 hours to be fulfilled

  • Box size is 15" long x 12" wide x 6" deep
  • Box weight is 21 lbs 11 oz
  • All orders are shipped through USPS or UPS
  • A confirmation email with tracking information will be sent to you once available
  • Please contact us with any questions about your order

Customer Reviews

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E.S.
Amazing product, definitely worth it for heavy calf raises

These things are awesome. Let you work on heavy calf raises with stability and safety.

I had a longer review written, but lost it when I tabbed out for a minute, so here's the short version.

Anyways, just want to say thanks to Matt for helping me get all sorted out with the correct spacers and making sure the whole ordering process was smooth from start to finish.

If you have a 2x3 or 3x2 rack, definitely get the 3D printed spacers also, they make the whole setup much more stable.

Heavy duty steel, these things are beefy!!!! In my photos they are little dusty just from where I have them stored.

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Awesome, E.S., and my pleasure! Big thanks for your review and photos -- dig that wall art!

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Pat B
Great Product Just takes Getting used to.

This is an ingenious product. However, it does take some getting used to with angles etc to get a good hold especially with heavier weight when working your calves. Otherwise GREAT for home gyms!

Thank you for your review, Pat! Yes, it does take a few sesstions to get the height and your foot positioning just right. But once you do, it's butter, especially with heavy loads. Explaining proper setup has been one of our primary challenges. We plan on redoing this video soon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3pc5OwR8YI

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Frederick

They look and work great. My only complaint is that barbell knurling can cause the HDPE insert to wear out. I rectified this by putting UHMW tape around the part of the knurling that contacts the U-cup.

Really appreciate your review, Frederick. That tape is a great workaround. We've been using a medium knurl Rogue Ohio bar for 2 years and haven't noticed any wearing beyond scuff marks. However, we recently tested using a Titan bar with aggressive knurling and did see plastic shavings. Our manufacturer is currently producing UHMW pads for us (search for UHMW on our site). As soon as they arrive, we'll send you a replacement set on the house as a token of gratitude for your review! Thanks again.

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Danny Shiflett
So much more then calf work

Got these for calf’s but also use them for bench press and shoulder press range of motion work (bottom,middle,top of movements) and they are awesome , if they ever extend the working rage of these I’ll be 1st in line ( million dollar idea, your welcome) but seriously these are 100% a value buy for the money,, calf’s are starting to get the proper stress they need Sincerely Danny

Much appreciated, Danny! 🙏 Love hearing how U-cups are being used beyond calf raises.

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Jeff B
Two thumbs up

So glad I found these guys. U cups arrived today. Finally a great solution to doing calf raises in my home squat rack. No more wasted energy trying to balance or failed attempts to rig up something to keep the bar in place hands-free. Very stable. Prior to this, I was on the verge of biting the bullet and wasting space for a dedicated calf raise machine because nothing else seemed comparable. Also the team was helpful directing me to the adapters to make my 2x3” rack uprights compatible. I’m pleased with this product so far, works as well as I had hoped.

Love it! 🔥🔥 Big thanks, Jeff! 🙏

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