Dumbbells

The dumbbell thread

= Pro-Style =
 * Standard Dumbbell Handles (SDH) (contoured or straight) with permanently tightened bolts, end caps, and pancake plates (10lbs, 7.5lbs, 5lbs).
 * Available in 1.5" thick handles for comfort: 38mm handles
 * Some plates may be coated in rubber or urethane.
 * Article: What makes a good fixed dumbbell - Ivanko

= Hex/12 Sided/Roundhead =
 * Some have a contoured handle, some are rubber or urethane coated.
 * Some vary the handle diameter for comfort
 * Troy TSD-R: 30mm(3 - 50lbs), 32mm(55 - 70lbs) 34mm(75 - 125lbs)
 * Rep Fitness: 28mm(5 - 15lbs), 34mm(20lbs+)
 * Approx. 5" grip area.
 * Threads:
 * Roundheads 1, Roundheads 2
 * "IVANKO" IVK-400 are Impex
 * Hex dumbbell construction question

= Spinlock =
 * Spinlock handles with standard plates (1" hole, usually "pancake" (7/8" thick, 8" tall) plates). Come in various lengths.
 * 14"-24" handles: $25-$70
 * Big boy 24" handles: $240
 * YouTube: How to tighten

= Smartlock =
 * Fits standard plates (1" hole)
 * Available in metal or plastic
 * Handles don't stick out past the plates!
 * they don't hit thighs when curling
 * they don't prevent resting dumbbells on knees when pressing
 * Discontinued?

= Ironmaster Quicklock =
 * "Real Dumbbell feel" (Demo Video)
 * Not as fast as Powerblocks when changing weight
 * Reviews: jamesmetal24 RockyB mike_terror solekid HomeGymBodybuilding
 * Threads: Ironmaster Adjustable Dumbbells, Question on Ironmaster DB


 * Clones: Rhino Strength Equipment, Synsunhotech, Chinese clones, Hoist Quick Change

= Saber XT 50 =
 * 10-50lbs in 5lb increments
 * 14"L x 7.8"W x 7.5"H (at 50lbs)
 * 5" handle 1.125" diameter
 * Available XT100 Barbell & EZ Curl bar
 * Dumbbell Video Barbell Video

= MX Select 55 =
 * 10-55 lbs in 5lb increments or 4.5 – 24.9 kg in 2.25 kg increments
 * Dimensions at 15lb: 9.58” long (24.3 cm)
 * Dimensions at 55lb: 15.94” long (40.5 cm)
 * Handle length: 5.21” (13.2 cm) (inside dimensions) by 1.125” (2.9 cm) diameter
 * Available MX80 Barbell & EZ Curl bar
 * Thread: MX55 Dumbbells
 * Introduction Video Selecting weight video

= Flexbell (LOCKNLOAD) =
 * Each plate can be 2.5, 5, or 10 lbs
 * Each dumbbell has a max weight of 30lbs to 105lbs or any increment in between
 * Plates can also be used on their adjustable barbell and kettlebell
 * Made by Mark Nalley (Flex Fitness) & Boyer Coe (Body Masters)
 * Video introduction

= Flexbell (Nuo Athletics) =
 * Previously known as Smart Dumbbells
 * 2 x 32kg dumbbells
 * Increments 2, 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32kg
 * Dimensions: 20kg version L400 x B180 x H170 mm with tray
 * Dimensions: 32kg version L480 x B180 x H170 mm with tray
 * Stairmaster licensed our patents and started selling Twistlock dumbbell reaching from 2-22kg
 * This third generation now reach up to 32kg with a more compact and tight design
 * Promo Review
 * North America

= StairMaster TwistLock =
 * 100 lbs set (2 x 50lbs dumbbells) in 5lbs increments
 * 14.5” L x 7.9” W x 7.5 H @ 50lbs
 * Twist handle while in cradle to adjust weight
 * Thread: Stairmaster Twistlock
 * Review: Cracking plates on older models
 * Sold under the Core Fitness brand at Dick's Sporting Goods: Youtube review
 * Sold under the Body Power Revolution brand in the UK: Youtube review

= Bowflex/Nautilus SelectTech =
 * Turn both dials at ends of dumbbells to adjust weight
 * Reviews: Omega Hunter Pakmule York Dialtech - EvilZed
 * Clones: York Dial tech, Ironman LeverLock
 * Recall: Nautilus 1090 Recall 12-194
 * Video: 560 review

= Weider Speed Weight =
 * 3 models: 90lbs, 100lbs (15 to 50 each), 120lbs (15 to 60 each)
 * 5 lbs increments
 * Twist handle while in cradle to adjust weight
 * Videos: Review Review2

= RocketLok =
 * Adjustable dumbbell system with fast twist-on/off weights (Videos)
 * 5 or 15 lbs handles, with additional 5 and 2.5 lbs plates
 * 100 lbs set (2 x 50lbs dumbbells w/15 lbs handles) $399
 * 4 x 5 lbs addon set $100
 * Max weight: unknown ("These (additional) weights ... can also be used to increase our 100 pound set.")
 * Threads:
 * Rocketlok quick change dumbbells
 * Broken Rocketlok Adjustable Dumbbell
 * Videos: Promo1 Promo2 Promo3 Review1 Review2

= Titan =
 * Adjustable dumbbell with dial control. ($699) (Video)
 * Max 65 lbs, increment of 5 lbs.
 * 6" H x 6" W x 15.5" L
 * Threads:
 * Review/Photos
 * Has anyone used the Titan adjustable dumbbell? How was it?
 * BodyForce "TITAN" Adjust. Dumbbell??
 * Videos: Demonstration Promo Review

= QuickLOAD 2-22 =
 * Discontinued by manufacturer
 * The dumbbell is shipped as a 22kg model but can be extended by adding extra weight plates.
 * The extra weight plates comes as 1,1kg and 2,2kg plates.
 * The maximum weight for one dumbbell is 30,8kg.
 * Dimensions: L 170mm [2,2kg] – 340mm [22kg], W 190mm.
 * Video 1 Video 2 Video 3

= Samson Adjustable DB =
 * 90 lbs each (15-90lbs)
 * Features two handles (each weighing in at 15lbs) and all the 10lb, 5lb and 2.5lb plates you need to adjust each DB up to 90lbs each
 * Each plate slides on using a grove system, then pinned in place w/ solid steel rods
 * Youtube: Video
 * Thread: Samson adjustable dumbbells

= Hornet Nest =
 * Nested dumbbell system. Turn dial to adjust weight.
 * 5 different models available from 20 lbs to 60 lbs
 * 5 lbs weight increments

= Dosho Bells =
 * Clam-Shell dumbbell system. ($250+$60)
 * 5-45 lbs in 5 lbs increments
 * Available add-on ($79+26) increases maximum weight to 70 lbs

= Cuscus Adjustable Dumbbell =
 * This set can be adjusted from 27.55-95 lbs ($200/each)
 * Original: Alibaba source
 * Dumbbell adjustments in kg: 12.5-14.95-17.4-19.85-22.3-24.75-27.2-29.65-32.1-34.55-37-39.45-42(95lbs)
 * Also available as barbell: 18.5-20.95-23.4-25.85-28.3-30.75-33.2-35.65-38.1-40.55-43-45.45-48(108lbs)

= Other =
 * Many other types of adjustable dumbbells are on the market, but none are highly regarded.
 * Thread: Equipment FAILs
 * YouTube: Adjustable Dumbbells Reviewed | WARNING!