SARMs
Ostarine, LGD-4033, RAD-140, Cardarine — HPLC-tested for identity and concentration. The SARM market is full of bunk. Ours isn't.
SARMs — What They Are, What They're Not
THE HONEST PITCH
SARMs bind to androgen receptors in muscle and bone with less systemic androgenic activity than AAS. That is the theory, and in clinical trials it holds up. In practice, they are milder than real gear — noticeably milder. If you are expecting steroid-level results, you will be disappointed. Where SARMs shine: first-timers testing the waters, people who want a modest edge without pinning, and athletes who need to stay below detection thresholds in certain federations.
One thing that "milder" does NOT mean: side-effect free. SARMs suppress your natural test. At 20mg+ daily of LGD or RAD, suppression gets real. You will likely need at least a mini-PCT (Nolvadex 20mg/day for 3-4 weeks).
THE COMPOUNDS
Ostarine (MK-2866) — the most studied SARM. 10-25mg/day for 8 weeks. Mild, predictable, good for a cut or recomp. Low suppression at lower doses. This is where beginners should start.
LGD-4033 (Ligandrol) — stronger. 5-10mg/day puts on lean mass in 6-8 weeks. Noticeably suppressive at 10mg. Expect some water retention — it is not as "dry" as people claim online.
RAD-140 (Testolone) — the most potent SARM in terms of muscle effect. 10-20mg/day. Feels like a low dose of a mild oral steroid. Also the most suppressive. Bloodwork at week 4 is not optional here.
Cardarine (GW-501516) — technically a PPARδ agonist, not a SARM. Doesn't touch androgen receptors or suppress test. What it does: dramatically improves endurance and fatty acid oxidation. 10-20mg/day. Popular stacked with SARMs or during cutting phases.
SARMS VS AAS — REAL TALK
If you want serious mass, injectables are still the move. SARMs will not replace a test/deca cycle for hypertrophy. What they offer is convenience (oral, once daily), shorter recovery, and fewer androgenic sides (less acne, less hair shedding, no voice deepening in women at low doses).
The trade-off: results are proportionally smaller. A 10mg/day Ostarine cycle might add 3-4 lbs of lean tissue in 8 weeks. A 500mg/week test cycle adds more than that in a month. You get what you pay for in terms of risk-to-reward.
THE PURITY PROBLEM
This is where most SARM buyers get burned. Independent testing has shown that 30-50% of SARMs sold online contain wrong compounds, wrong doses, or prohormones mislabeled as SARMs. Some "Ostarine" capsules have tested positive for superdrol.
We HPLC-test every SARM batch for compound identity and concentration. The report confirms the compound IS what the label says, at the dose the label says. Certificates of analysis available per batch — ask and we send it.
PCT FOR SARMS
Mild cycles (Ostarine 10-15mg, 6-8 weeks): you might recover without PCT, but bloodwork is the only way to know. If your total test comes back below 300 ng/dL post-cycle, run Nolvadex 20mg/day for 4 weeks. Stronger cycles (LGD 10mg+, RAD 15mg+, or stacks): PCT is effectively mandatory. Same Nolvadex protocol. We stock it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are SARMs actually milder than steroids?
Yes — but not as mild as marketing suggests. SARMs bind AR with tissue selectivity favouring muscle/bone over prostate/skin, which reduces classic AAS side-effects (acne, hair loss, voice changes in women). But suppression is real: LGD 10 mg/day or RAD 15 mg/day produces total T under 300 ng/dL post-cycle. Full PCT required.
Ostarine vs Ligandrol vs RAD-140 — which should I start with?
Ostarine (MK-2866) at 10–15 mg/day for 8 weeks — most clinical data, mild suppression, cutting-friendly. It's the beginner SARM. Ligandrol (LGD-4033) is stronger but suppressive above 10 mg. RAD-140 (testolone) has the most AR-binding potency — feels like a mild oral AAS, also the most suppressive. Bloodwork at week 4 is non-negotiable on LGD/RAD.
Do I need PCT after Ostarine?
For 10–15 mg/day × 8 weeks: maybe — bloodwork tells you. Pull total testosterone 2 weeks after last dose. If under 300 ng/dL, run Nolvadex 20 mg/day × 4 weeks. Above 300: recovery happens on its own. For LGD, RAD-140, or SARM stacks: PCT is mandatory regardless of bloodwork, same Nolva protocol.
Is Cardarine (GW-501516) a SARM?
No. Cardarine is a PPARδ agonist — different mechanism entirely. It doesn't bind androgen receptors, doesn't suppress testosterone, doesn't require PCT. What it does: dramatic endurance enhancement through fatty-acid oxidation upregulation. 10–20 mg/day. Rodent cancer concerns at supraphysiological doses are widely cited — weigh the risk-benefit yourself.
Why are SARMs sold on the grey market so often fake?
Because the market is unregulated and SARMs are expensive to synthesise correctly. Independent testing shows 30–50% of online SARMs contain wrong compounds, underdosed actives, or prohormones mislabeled as SARMs. Some "Ostarine" has tested positive for Superdrol. Buy only from suppliers that provide batch-specific HPLC CoA — we do on request.
Can women run SARMs safely?
Ostarine at 5–10 mg/day for 6–8 weeks is the standard female SARM protocol — minimal virilisation risk, cleaner profile than any AAS. Avoid Ligandrol and RAD-140 at female-relevant doses (virilisation onset). Full PCT not needed for women on Ostarine-only cycles; monitor period regularity.