I forgot to mention Turinabol in the list of compounds I've experimented with. I've actually run three cycles with it over the past 20 years. Very interesting compound that I think could have potential for guys like us.
I ran 20mgs per day. Looking at my bloodwork records, it looks like it boosted free test by up to 80%. I would need to look it up, but I believe that occurs because it preferentially binds to SHBG and also suppresses it somewhat. Of course, it elevates liver values. Longest I've run it was 12 weeks, which is probably about 4 weeks too long. My liver values were not insane, but high enough that my doctor was concerned.
It is quite effective in a surplus. I got strong as an ox, but it was a steady progression over the course of the cycle. Definitely put on some lean, quality size, but nothing crazy. Zero noticeable water retention, etc. Turinabol itself does not aromatize or interact with 5-a reductase, but of course, some of that extra free testosterone will.
I ran it once in a defecit, and it is useful, but doesn't give any aesthetic effects. I feel that Anavar is far superior in this role for many reasons.
Having said that, I am not sure if I would personally run it again in light of my health issues. My days of bulking and chasing PRs are over. But it is a very interesting compound that others may be able to work into their program.