Minear is sponsored by an interesting company…

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I noticed this sticker on his helmet during A2. My curiosity was peaked as I hadn’t seen this logo around the sport before. I checked out their website and found nothing too informative about what exactly they’re selling. From there I started down a whole rabbit hole of research and discovered there are people out there who pay money for different types of “energy.” A few Reddit posts suggest they have a “machine” that manufactures “quantum energy” and sends it to you remotely to help improve your life... There is also no scientific evidence backing this claim. I can’t imagine Minear believes this is the key to his success… this seems like it’s about as big a load of bullshit as I’ve ever seen. I’m extremely curious where the connection with Minear is here, and why/how they’ve come to partner up. ML, got anything here?… 

 

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Here’s the site: 


www.quantumupgrade.io

 

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haha wtf that has to be a scam.  

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Related to Ryno maybe?

 

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Looks like they also sponsor ISRT Kawi team. 

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The more I learn about it, the more it feels like a cult... 

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is it an app?  Im still not sure what your "buying"?

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There is a sucker born every minute. 

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Cmon 😂 😂 😂 


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Great to have new sponsors or money coming in, but heres a quick result from Ai =

Products like QuantumUpgrade’s “quantum energy” tools are conceptually similar to things like the Power Balance magnetic wristbands that were popular (and later widely criticized) in the 2000s and 2010s. Both fall into the category of wellness/energy-related consumer products that make performance or balance claims without solid scientific evidence.

Here’s how they compare:

Power Balance Magnetic Wristbands

Claimed: Improves strength, balance, flexibility via holograms/magnets.

Reality: Multiple independent tests showed no performance benefit beyond placebo.

Legal outcome: The company paid settlements in several countries for false advertising because the claims weren’t backed by science.

 QuantumUpgrade (and similar “quantum energy” products)

Claims: “Quantum energy fields” can support balance, wellbeing, EMF protection, physiological effects.

Evidence: Like Power Balance, these claims are not supported by peer-reviewed clinical research or mainstream physics/medical science.

Marketing: Relies heavily on testimonials and broad wellness language.

Why People Draw the Parallel

🔹 Both products use scientific-sounding language (magnetic fields, quantum energy) that sounds credible but doesn’t hold up under rigorous testing.
🔹 Both sell wellness benefits that are difficult to measure objectively.
🔹 Neither has mainstream scientific validation to support the health/performance claims.

 Key Difference (Marketing vs. Structure)

Power Balance was mostly a straightforward product brand — just wristbands.

QuantumUpgrade may have other elements (apps, frequency bundles, digital components), which can feel more complex or tech-oriented — but that doesn’t change the underlying point about evidence.

 What This Means for You

If the only evidence for benefit is testimonials, and the product uses catchy scientific terms without clear, repeatable research, that typically means:

✔️ It might feel good for some people (placebo effect is real).
❌ It shouldn’t be assumed to have the physical effects being claimed.
❌ It’s not proven the way conventional medical devices or supplements are.

So, in practical terms:
 Yes — it’s similar in spirit to the Power Balance products.
The claims should be taken with caution unless backed by solid research.

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Let me get my rubber band bracelet with the magnet in it back out. 

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micmac wrote:
Great to have new sponsors or money coming in, but heres a quick result from Ai =Products like QuantumUpgrade’s “quantum energy” tools are conceptually similar to...

Great to have new sponsors or money coming in, but heres a quick result from Ai =

Products like QuantumUpgrade’s “quantum energy” tools are conceptually similar to things like the Power Balance magnetic wristbands that were popular (and later widely criticized) in the 2000s and 2010s. Both fall into the category of wellness/energy-related consumer products that make performance or balance claims without solid scientific evidence.

Here’s how they compare:

Power Balance Magnetic Wristbands

Claimed: Improves strength, balance, flexibility via holograms/magnets.

Reality: Multiple independent tests showed no performance benefit beyond placebo.

Legal outcome: The company paid settlements in several countries for false advertising because the claims weren’t backed by science.

 QuantumUpgrade (and similar “quantum energy” products)

Claims: “Quantum energy fields” can support balance, wellbeing, EMF protection, physiological effects.

Evidence: Like Power Balance, these claims are not supported by peer-reviewed clinical research or mainstream physics/medical science.

Marketing: Relies heavily on testimonials and broad wellness language.

Why People Draw the Parallel

🔹 Both products use scientific-sounding language (magnetic fields, quantum energy) that sounds credible but doesn’t hold up under rigorous testing.
🔹 Both sell wellness benefits that are difficult to measure objectively.
🔹 Neither has mainstream scientific validation to support the health/performance claims.

 Key Difference (Marketing vs. Structure)

Power Balance was mostly a straightforward product brand — just wristbands.

QuantumUpgrade may have other elements (apps, frequency bundles, digital components), which can feel more complex or tech-oriented — but that doesn’t change the underlying point about evidence.

 What This Means for You

If the only evidence for benefit is testimonials, and the product uses catchy scientific terms without clear, repeatable research, that typically means:

✔️ It might feel good for some people (placebo effect is real).
❌ It shouldn’t be assumed to have the physical effects being claimed.
❌ It’s not proven the way conventional medical devices or supplements are.

So, in practical terms:
 Yes — it’s similar in spirit to the Power Balance products.
The claims should be taken with caution unless backed by solid research.

Haha this is great. I posted mocking the magnet bracelet same time as this was being posted. “Idk how it works but it just does”.

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jmo443 wrote:

Haha this is great. I posted mocking the magnet bracelet same time as this was being posted. “Idk how it works but it just does”.

hahaha, take my money.

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Schrödinger's athletic enhancement

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surely a user will chime in shortly...

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*piqued

Falcon has really been slacking.

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They need to offer a dirtbike quantum upgrade, for the vet rider that has everything

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Power Balance: what happened to them? - nss magazine





same vibe... 

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Noah Viney was the first rider sponsored by them; that's how they got tied into the sport through him. Since then, they've sponsored the teams he's been a part of, such as SLR Honda, MCR Honda, and now ISRT Kawasaki.

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Looks like they also sponsor ISRT Kawi team. 

Ha Friese and quantum physics makes sense 😂

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Have to be careful. 49’ers GM thinks their player injuries are due to too much EMF. Moderation is key.

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Every order comes with a bonus 4arm strong

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Is having an optimized quantum field considered a PED of any sort?  Asking for a friend.  LOL

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profmur wrote:

There is a sucker born every minute. 

That’s a PT Barnum quote and ironically Minear is part of the “circus” now. 

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Americans assume Australians are exactly like us and theyre not.  Theyre into some voodoo shit bro.

Remember Chad Reeds moon rocks he wouldn’t race without them?

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wvumounty wrote:

Have to be careful. 49’ers GM thinks their player injuries are due to too much EMF. Moderation is key.

Yeah that kind of stuff is all over stick and ball sports. “Grounding” was a recent trend with a bunch of athletes where they walk around barefoot.

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soggy wrote:

haha wtf that has to be a scam.  

It is. I mean, believe whatever you want. They have those EMP shield module commercials on Fox sometimes and people are entitled to believe stuff if they want to. The only thing that makes me uncomfortable is that they’re trying to get people to buy something that isn’t real, so essentially they are scamming people. 

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ML512 wrote:
Noah Viney was the first rider sponsored by them; that's how they got tied into the sport through him. Since then, they've sponsored the teams he's...

Noah Viney was the first rider sponsored by them; that's how they got tied into the sport through him. Since then, they've sponsored the teams he's been a part of, such as SLR Honda, MCR Honda, and now ISRT Kawasaki.

Appreciate the insight. We might need an interview with the CEO, seems like a reasonably well spoken guy. 

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Americans assume Australians are exactly like us and theyre not.  Theyre into some voodoo shit bro.

Remember Chad Reeds moon rocks he wouldn’t race without them?

Aussies will remember touring car GOAT Peter Brock, and a little box called the Polariser.

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A palm reader would clean house in the SX pits

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A palm reader would clean house in the SX pits

Gloves on or off?

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Americans assume Australians are exactly like us and theyre not.  Theyre into some voodoo shit bro.

Remember Chad Reeds moon rocks he wouldn’t race without them?

CPR wrote:
Aussies will remember touring car GOAT Peter Brock, and a little box called the Polariser.

Aussies will remember touring car GOAT Peter Brock, and a little box called the Polariser.

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yep was going to post that ....energy polariser for keep your'e holden balanced and in  tune...LOL

we were  ahead of the times ................'

 

The Peter Brock Energy Polariser was a controversial, non-functional, cigarette-packet-sized device containing magnets and crystals introduced by racing driver Peter Brock in 1986. Marketed through his Holden Dealer Team (HDT), it claimed to improve vehicle handling and performance by aligning molecular structures. The device caused a major split between Brock and Holden in 1987. 
Key Details About the Energy Polariser

Purpose: Brock believed the device created a "polarized" or "ordered" molecular arrangement, which would enhance a vehicle's handling and engine performance.

Composition: It consisted of a black epoxy-resin box containing magnets and quartz crystals

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Installation: It was typically attached to the vehicle's chassis or bulkhead.

Controversy & Fallout: Holden, the manufacturer, found no engineering evidence for its claims and demanded it be removed from all road cars.

The Split: Brock’s refusal to stop using the device resulted in Holden cutting ties with his HDT team in 1987.

Reactions: Many, including fellow drivers and journalists, ridiculed the device.

Legacy: Despite being a commercial failure, the "polariser" is now a collector's item and a significant, albeit bizarre, part of Australian automotive history. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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