VP Productions

The DVD's are the way to go... I believe there are now about 6 video's - each one is invaluable.  If they are still releasing the original event training, they're less video quality than the rest, but the content makes them a great tool.  Similarly, the Portland DVD's are good for comparison to different body types during the throws - the 2004 Portland even had some 'bonus features' that are truly incredible - an overlay of Dave Barron on Vierra during the 56 wfd - or both Barron's in the throw with near-identical technique (even the follow-thru... go figure).  I just got the weight training a few weeks ago, which shows great form on cleans, snatches, and some sport specific lifting.  If you need any other proof - just look at the guys making the videos - Vierra, a 3x World Champ and 12x (or near) US Champ in the Heavy Events - and Kurt Pauli, who is the ONLY person I have ever heard of posting a WIN in EVERY weight class of olympic lifting during his lifting career (that's a 'from the ground up' success story that hasn't turned into a book...  yet).  Here's the video's that I've seen all, or portions of, from VP:

The Heavy Events - Volume 1 (1999/2000?)

The Heavy Events - Volume 2 (2000/2001?)

Portland 2003 - All American Championships

Worlds 2003 - Antigonish, CAN

Portland 2004 - All American Championships

Weight Training for the Heavy Events - released winter 2004/05

The last few years have shown better and better video resolution with new camera technologies and do-it-yourself programs.  My personal thought is that the video's provide some great tools for your toolbox, and when you look at the long-term cost, you'll spend less on the videos that you will on gloves, boots or tape.

Dave Brown