(Boldenone and Methandriol)
About a decade back, Drive stirred up quite a buzz when MuscleMedia2000 ran an infamous interview with “Bodybuilder X.” In that chat, Bodybuilder X hyped up Drive, calling it a steroid that supposedly amps up the effects of other steroids in a cycle. But here’s the kicker: that claim’s not entirely true. Drive is actually just a blend of Boldenone and Methandriol.
Let’s break down Boldenone, also known as Equipoise, first. It works to slow down the conversion of testosterone into estrogen, roughly about half as much as testosterone itself. Even at high doses, users rarely complain about estrogen-related side effects. And when it comes to women using Equipoise, it’s pretty rare for them to experience masculinizing effects, especially when sticking to reasonable doses. Plus, Equipoise is one of those injectables that’s pretty much always legit, unlike some others that often end up being fake.
Now, about that conversion of Boldenone into Dihydroboldenone (DHB) – it happens, but not in any significant amounts that would make a big difference for most folks using Equipoise.
One of the standout features of Equipoise is its knack for bumping up red blood cell counts, which is pretty typical for anabolic compounds. Equipoise seems to do this a bit better than most. It’s also versatile, helping users pack on muscle at a steady pace thanks to its long-lasting ester. Muscle growth with Equipoise might be a tad slower than with Deca, so it’s usually recommended to use it for at least 12 weeks for best results.
Since Equipoise is the main muscle-building ingredient in Drive, you’d need to take quite a bit of it to get the desired effects. Each milligram of Drive contains 25mg of Boldenone and 30mg of Methandriol, so you’d be looking at downing quite a bit of it.
Now, let’s talk Methandriol (MAD). It’s basically a tweaked version of 5-androstenediol, with modest anabolic and androgenic properties. Compared to testosterone, it doesn’t pack much punch in terms of muscle gain or strength. But its low androgenic nature means it could be a safer bet for folks prone to androgenic side effects.
Methandriol’s supposed synergy with other steroids like Nandrolone and Boldenone is still up in the air. Its liking for glucocorticoid-binding sites hints at a potential to stave off muscle wasting. Plus, its parent hormone, 5-androstenediol, might lend a hand in boosting the immune system.
But let’s face it – Drive doesn’t pack much of a punch due to its low steroid content. So, it’s not something I’d be too quick to recommend in a cycle.
Raw Data
Methandriol (Methylandrostenediol)
[17a-Methyl-5-androstene-3B,17B-diol.]
Formula: C20 H32 O2
Molecular Weight: 304.4716
Molecular Weight (base): 304.4716
Molecular Weight (ester): nil
Formula (base): C20 H32 O2
Formula (ester): N/A
Manufacturer: Various
Effective Dose (Men):30-50mg orally (daily)/ 300-500mg injectable (weekly)
Effective Dose (Women):
Active life: 2-3 days
Detection Time: 6 weeks
Anabolic/Androgenic ratio: 30-60/20-60
Boldenone Undeclynate
(1,4-androstadiene-3-one,17b-ol)
Molecular Weight(base): 286.4132
Molecular Weight (ester): 186.2936
Formula (base): C19H26O2
Manufacturer: Various
Effective Dose (Men): 200-600mgs/week
Effective Dose (Women): 50-100mgs/week
Active life: 15 days
Detection Time: Up to 5 months
Anabolic/ Androgenic ratio: 100:50
