People who attended, liked the spectacular venue and the showmanship incorporated into the competition. I use wrist wraps. With my grip, I put the bar a little further back on my hand than some people and the wrist wraps keep my wrists from bending back so far. When I lift I turn the little finger toward my face, with the thumbs out. The support the wraps give me make me feel more comfortable.
Shoes are a very important item.
My favorite shoe is made by Otomix. I feel this shoe helps me grip the floor better. When I lifted at Inzer s contest, I left my favorite shoes at home and had to lift in another brand of shoe. I felt I did not get the grip on the floor I needed. Another volitile issue in the sport of powerlifting is the use of drugs.