“So far I really enjoy these dumbells. Powerblocks have known quirks that you can read all about online, and they all are fairly accurate. However, I’m able to work past all of these easily and find the dumbells perfect for my use. I won’t be surprised if I end up with the 100lb expansion, and all accessories. The 38mm grips are a bit much for my relatively small hands. I plan on getting the 32mm set eventually.”
“These are the second set of Powerblocks that I have owned. I like these better with the expansion options and the rubber coated plating. They slide in and out of the weight stack without sticking, which has been a problem with my previous set. I am really happy with my purchase.”
“Only used these weights for a short while but they have been great. Square shape seemed odd to me at first but in practice I found it not to be an issue at all and in fact beneficial since rolling when placed on the floor is no longer a concern. Very solid construction, all metal and rubber coating except for the weight selector pin, which is plastic. I am used to knurled grip and dumbells feel sturdy when held/lifted. Selecting weights is very simple with a small exception of adder 2.5lbs adder weights that can be a hassle to switch out when doing supersets with differing weights (e.g. 20lbs and 35lbs). Overall very satisfied so far.”
“I have the Pro 100's up to 80 for now as I build strength. Got a good deal on the Father Day discount of 20% off. I've have reagular 1" adjustable dumbells that just get tiring to change during quick moving workouts so these PBs are great. I considered Nuebells for the same price, but I like that I don't need a rack for these and just change weights where I am and not walk back to the rach every time. Sure the adders aren't a perfect solution and sometimes I just stay at the higher or lower weights and do more or less reps, but it's really a minor thing that doesn't outweight the whole package. It only take me 16 seconds to change the weight and adders if needed. That's nothing really. Compare that to walking across a room and to change in a rack and that's probably about the same.
I took these on vacation with me too and just brought the needed weight for these workout those days and left some weight at home.
The feel of PBs is different, but that's not really a bad thing. The uniqueness of these make it actually fun to use after years of regular dumbells. Like a new gaget I guess. However, the off balance make it feel like a ketttlebell is a way where you just need to adjust your thinking somewhat and leverage in things such as curls. You'll use more wrist than normal which to me is a good thing.
I don't use the 80 pounds yet so I can't say if they are too big or not, but for anyting less so far is great.
The handle if beefy and thick and I have small hands. I'm only 5'7", but I don't feel that this is a problem for me. If reminds me again of kettlebells handles size. The knurled handle is great too and anything fancier would be fun, but is a just 1st world problem at that point.
It all came quickly and in perfect condition.”
“I got them up to 80lb but will be getting the extension pack. These things are solid and waited and researched these a long time before pulling the trigger on them...I was not dossapointed...I drop them like regular dumbbells and nothing...the knurling is also quite amazing and even preferred to reg dumbells...I cam keep going but I wont...for adjustable dumbbells go with these and not the speaker EU designs and brands”
