Darko Lifts!

Do You Even Lift Bro?

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Summary

In this conversation, Darko, Mike, and Kyle discuss their experiences with HomeGymCon and the importance of collaboration in the home gym community. They also touch on the issue of copycat products and the challenges faced by small businesses. Darko shares his frustration with another company copying his product design and the impact it has on his business. They also discuss the difficulty of obtaining patents and the financial implications for small businesses. Overall, the conversation highlights the value of working together and supporting one another in the home gym community. Darko discusses his philosophy behind creating products for his home gym and the challenges of pricing and manufacturing. He also talks about upcoming products, including spotter arms, mini versions of popular equipment, and customizable racks. In this conversation, Darko discusses his collaboration with Rogue Fitness and the challenges and benefits of working with a large company. He also shares his thoughts on the Black Widow VHS bar and its usefulness for overhead pressing. Darko mentions his desire to collaborate with Dialed Motion and talks about his plans to expand his gym setup with a second cable system. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the authenticity of the home gym community and the importance of collaboration.

Episode Outline

• (0:00) Introductions and Background
• (1:21) The Value of Home Gym Con and Building Relationships
• (7:28) Challenges of Dealing with Copycat Products
• (20:42) The Design Process and Innovation
• (26:22) Best-Selling Products: The Anchor, Shorty Bar, and Dock
• (44:58) Challenges of Developing Unique Products
• (57:33) Interest in Collaborating with Dialed Motion
• (1:08:47) Partnership with Rogue and Appreciation for Their Support
• (1:19:00) Impressive Retractor System by Dialed Motion
• (1:26:24) Continued Focus on Home Gym Ownership and Manufacturing