Adjustable dumbbells are a must for any home gym. But with the plethora of available options out there it is difficult to figure out which option is your best bet. I took a chance on the
PowerBlocks
Classic 50 adjustable dumbbells. How did they stack up?
I have to admit, I have lusted after the PowerBlocks
ever since I first laid eyes on them on the PowerBlocks
website nearly 10 years ago. However, they were not sold in any stores in my area and shipping was cost prohibitive to say the least. So I gave up on the idea until about 2 years ago. I was perusing through the strength training section of our local MC Sports. Low and behold, they had the PowerBlocks
in stock! $299 later I was testing out my new dumbbells. So what was the result?
First things first, I want to get the features of the PowerBlocks
Classic 50 out of the way.
FEATURES:
- Replaces 18 pairs of dumbbells (up to 900 lbs of free weights)
- Choose from a weight range of 5 - 50 lbs per hand
- Quick change weight selector w/magnetic safety feature
- Sold as a pair
- Powder-coated steel plates
- Manufacturer's warranty: 5 years
I have been using my PowerBlocks
for nearly 2 years now. They are far from perfect, but they are my favorite adjustable dumbbell to date. I have used everything from PowerBlocks
, to Bowflex Adjustable Dumbbells and the traditional plate style adjustable dumbbells. One thing that I want to point out is that there is no special base that is required. They do sell a stand, but that is strictly for storage and is not needed for usage. Other adjustable dumbbells are round and have to be placed in a special base else they roll off or cannot be adjusted. Also, the weight selector seems flimsy due to being made of polymer. However, in 2 years of use I have never had one break or fall out. As an added safety, there is a magnet in the weight selector to help hold it in place.
If you have not tried the PowerBlocks
I highly recommend them. They are available in multiple configurations and weights. Take a look at the best price on PowerBlocks
adjustable dumbbells here!
PROS:
- Replaces 18 pairs of dumbbells
- Takes up the same space as a single pair of dumbbells
- Durable - After two years of usage, my set looks like new
- Easy to use
- No special base required - Change weight settings without having to return to a special proprietary base.
CONS:
- Hard to use with straps
- Depending on the amount of weight selected, can be a bit bulky for some exercises (but so can traditional dumbbells)
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