I'm with you Kelli...I've never been shy about spending money on toys, but some of those serious fucking machines cost more than my car! I was looking at spreader bars online today and they run upwards of $75. (I like to introduce a new toy with each session...the spreader is this weekend's surprise) A worthy investment I'm sure, but I can go to the hardware store and get a piece of wood and two I-bolts that will accomplish the same thing for about 3 dollars.

If you find a good plan for making one I'd love to hear about it.