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The dumbbell thread

Fixed Weight[edit | edit source]

Pro-Style[edit | edit source]

  • 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

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Hex/12 Sided/Roundhead[edit | edit source]

  • Some have a contoured handle, some are rubber or urethane coated.
  • Some vary the handle diameter for comfort
  • Approx. 5" grip area.
  • Some "Pro-Hex" get progressively smaller compared to normal iron hex as the weight increases (30% difference at 100lbs, see picture)

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Center Mass Bells[edit | edit source]

Triangular[edit | edit source]

  • Bar in hand and on wrist. "BiStar" brand. "Tropicana" brand. "ATX" brand.
  • Thread: Triangular DBs

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Havak Triad[edit | edit source]

  • Hybrid Dumbbell & Kettlebell
  • Fixed weight 10-50 lbs
  • Adjustable handle up to 85 lbs
  • Instagram


Adjustable Weight, Fixed Length[edit | edit source]

Spinlock[edit | edit source]

  • 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

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Olympic[edit | edit source]

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Shermworks[edit | edit source]

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Bowflex/Nautilus SelectTech[edit | edit source]

SelectTech 552 ($299)
  • Max 52.5 lbs in 2.5 lbs increments
  • 15.75" L x 8" W x 9" H
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SelectTech 1090 ($599)
  • Max 90 lbs in 5 lbs increments
  • 17.5" L x 10" W x 10" H
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SelectTech 560 ($499)
  • Max 60 lbs in 5lbs increments
  • Bluetooth / pairs with smartphone
  • Twist handle to adjust weight
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Weider Speed Weight[edit | edit source]

  • 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

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Dosho Bells[edit | edit source]

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

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Cuscus Adjustable Dumbbell[edit | edit source]

  • 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)

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Adjustable Weight, Dynamic Length[edit | edit source]

Powerblock[edit | edit source]


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Smartlock[edit | edit source]

  • Fits standard plates (1" hole)
  • Available in steel 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? Patent US5346449



Ironmaster Quicklock[edit | edit source]


Quicklock Dumbbell System w/Stand ($499 + shipping)
  • Max 75 lbs in 2.5 lbs increments
  • 6.5" x 6.5" x 14.5
  • 6.5" grip area
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120 lbs Addon Kit ($215+$45)
  • Max 120 lbs
  • Adds 4 x 22.5 lbs plates and longer screws
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165 lbs Addon Kit ($235+$48)
  • Max 165 lbs (23.5" long)
  • Adds 4 x 22.5 lbs plates and longer screws
  • Screws are fully threaded, not "quick lock"
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Dumbbell Pepin[edit | edit source]

  • 5-60 or 5-120 (3/4" thick plates)
  • 33mm handle diameter
  • Fully threaded screw (not quick lock)
  • Instagram


Baadass Dumbbells[edit | edit source]

  • 5 to 197.5 lbs
  • Fully threaded screw (not quick lock)
  • Instagram



Progression Fitness Dumbbells[edit | edit source]

  • 5-70 or 5-95 lbs
  • Fully threaded screw (not quick lock)



T-ReX Dumbbells[edit | edit source]

  • 32mm handle diameter, 1.5mm Aggressive Knurl
  • Wrench/Spanner to tighten/loosen if needed
  • Fully threaded screw (not quick lock)
  • Instagram
  • Video1


Saber XT 50[edit | edit source]

  • 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

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MX Select[edit | edit source]

  • MX55: 10-55 lbs in 5lb increments
  • MX85: 12.5-85 lbs in 8lb 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)[edit | edit source]

  • 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

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RepFitness QuickDraw[edit | edit source]

NuoBell (Nuo Athletics)[edit | edit source]

  • Previously known as Smart Dumbbells
  • Previously known as Flexbell
  • NuoBell 550: 5-50lbs NuoBell 580: 5-80lbs
  • Increments 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80lbs
  • NuoBell 220: 2-20kg NuoBell 232: 2-32kg
  • Increments 2, 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32kg
  • Dimensions: 50lbs/20kg version L395 x B185 x H175 mm
  • Dimensions: 80lbs/32kg version L485 x B180 x H180 mm
  • 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
  • Flexbell teardown
  • Promo Review
  • North America

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SNODE Fitness Dumbbell[edit | edit source]

  • SNODE AD50 50lb cast iron: 10,18,26,34,42,50 lb increments
  • SNODE AD28 28lb cast iron: 8,18,28 lb increments
  • Video1 Video2



StairMaster TwistLock[edit | edit source]

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CAP/Fuel Dumbbell[edit | edit source]

  • 5-50 in 5lbs increments
  • SDBA-100G3 / SDBA-FL100G3



NordicTrack / Weider Select-A-Weight[edit | edit source]

  • Weight increments: 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 22.5, 25, 30, 32.5, 35, 40, 42, 5, 45, 50, 52.5, and 55 lb
  • Handle doesn't stick out past end of weights
  • Videos: Promo Unboxing Review


NordicTrack iSelect[edit | edit source]



JAXJOX Dumbbell Connect[edit | edit source]

  • 8-50 lbs, digital
  • "telescopic shaft" that "engages the selected weight by the movement of the motor"
  • changing the weight of one dumbbell can change the weight of the other
  • AI-powered gyroscope accelerometer tracking to measure reps and sets
  • Youtube



RocketLok[edit | edit source]

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Titan[edit | edit source]

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QuickLOAD 2-22[edit | edit source]

  • 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

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Samson Adjustable DB[edit | edit source]

  • 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

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Hornet Nest[edit | edit source]

  • Nested dumbbell system. Turn dial to adjust weight.
  • 5 different models available from 20 lbs to 60 lbs
  • 5 lbs weight increments






Other[edit | edit source]

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