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Introduction
Last month was dominated by REP, Nike releasing gym equipment, and Bells of Steel finally releasing the Manticore.
Kleva, AbMat, and Body-Solid also added to the mix.
Check out the complete list of products, along with a brief description below.
Quickdraw Adjustable Dumbbells
The QuickDraw™ Adjustable Dumbbells appear to be a challenger for anyone looking to add adjustable dumbbells to their home gym.
With 30 lb, 40lb, 50 0lb, and 60 lb options (and heavier on the way), these are priced very competitively vs. other adjustable dumbbells on the market.
They also appear to be very quick & secure. The patented Lock-N-Load steel switches have been cycle-tested more than 100,000 times.
In addition, the dumbbells are extremely durable, with almost all-steel construction, a nickel-plated steel handle, and two powder-coated steel support rods. The handles are fully knurled with a volcano-style knurl pattern for extra grip, and the dumbbells feature a pro-style shape with a flat bottom for stability.
Wall Mounted Athena
REP has turned a popular rack attachment into a wall-mounted unit that could also serve as your squat rack. The Wall Mounted Athena features a 2:1 pulley ratio and stack weights of 170 lbs per side (feels like 85 lbs) with the option to add 50 more pounds.
With the “Rack Builder” you can choose height, color, j-cups, pull-up bar, and amount of stack weight. It’s pretty slick!
Arcadia Funtional Trainer
The Arcadia Functional Trainer is REP’s newest functional trainer option.It’s compact (similar size to FT-3000 and will likely replace), highly adjustable, and appears to be the most advanced standalone functional trainer offered within this price range.
Rig Builder from REP
REP now allows you to build a custom rig with different hole sizes, rig widths, colors, pull-up bar options, and MORE.
While this was definitely created for gym owners, imagine one side of the rack clean for bench/squatting/etc & the other loaded up with attachments.
Reverse Hyper Pad added to Nordic Hyper
The reviews have been solid & the Nordic Hyper just got an upgrade after some feedback.
It now includes a GHD Pad that allows for more legitimate Glute Ham Raises/GHD Situps, situps, decline leg raises & more.
If you pre-ordered the Nordic Hyper before 10/3, you have the ability to simply buy the GHD/Sit-Up Pad Upgrade for $49.99.
Tricep Pushdown Attachment from Kleva
Kleva built continues to pump out sleek, lightweight, ergonomically focused attachments & this is the latest example.
Some key specs for the new tricep pushdown attachment include:
- Handle Length – 6”
- Handle Diameter – 29mm
- Weight – 2lbs🤯
U-BELL from AbMat
U-Bells are a type of kettlebell that are split in half and act like cambered dumbbells. Although U-Bells can be used for almost any kettlebell exercise, AbMat claims they are particularly effective for overhead movements as they increase the demand for shoulder stability. Unlike traditional kettlebells, U-Bells have a unique design that prevents the weight from hitting and resting on your wrist for support.
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In addition, according to @squat_university, U-Bells make overhead movements safer and smarter, including Turkish get-ups, overhead presses, windmills, isometric holds, and squats.
Manticore
Bells of Steel has been teasing a 3×3 rack with 1-inch holes for a while now. It is finally available for pre-order.
The Manticore boasts:
- True 3” x 3” uprights
- 1” holes
- 11-gauge steel
- Black (only) powder coat
- 72-100” uprights (REP only offers 80” and 93” for PR-5000)
- 24, 30, and 43” depth options
- optional mounting kits
- numerous safety options
- Attachments like the Seal Row Pad, Lat Pulldown/Low Row, Split Squat Leg Roller Attachment, Lever Arms, Leg Curl/Extension, and MORE. For anyone with a Rogue Rack, since these are “true 3×3,” they should fit snug on your rack.
Nike gets into the Gym Equipment World
While Nike has had popular training shoes for CrossFit, Oly Weightlifting, and general fitness, they’ve never entered the “strength equipment world.”
They’ve recently launched dumbbells, barbells, bumper plates, kettlebells, benches, and a squat rack. This is on the Nike Strength website and Dick’s Sporting Goods.
The equipment looks pretty standard and priced higher than equivalent products with the Nike logo plastered on it.
Body-Solid Rower Attachment for Pulleys, Cables, and Machines
This Body-Solid Rower Attachment for Home Gyms, Pulleys, Cable Machines attachment quickly installs to several low pulley stations and adds high-intensity cardio workout capabilities to your weight machines, power racks, and more.
Handstand Ramp from Abmat
The new Handstand Ramp from AbMat is a lightweight ramp made of foam that can be used to practice handstands and handstand walks. It has two parts: a set of stairs and a ramp. The stairs and ramp are connected with Velcro so you can set it up in less than a minute. The ramp has a non-slip top surface to help you keep your balance. It’s easy to move and store and a safe alternative to wooden handstand ramps.
Here is a breakdown of the critical features of the ramp:
- Lightweight and easy to move and store
- Made of foam for a comfortable and safe landing
- Non-slip top surface for added grip
- Easy to set up in less than a minute
- Safe alternative to wooden handstand ramps
