Curious about a particular type of dumbbell...

[BeyondMeasure]

I always hear folks talking about powerblock, and other similar types of quick-go dumbbell sets. What's the verdict on those classic spin-lock dumbbell sets? Is there any con to them other than the inconvenience of needing to adjust plates off and on?

In case anyone is wondering..



Anyone particular brand of like DB better than another in this category? If so why?

Thanks in advance.

[JohnPurple]

Those are good if you don't have a lot of money. They are just slower at changing weights, but are just as good.

[BeyondMeasure]

Those are good if you don't have a lot of money. They are just slower at changing weights, but are just as good.

They are indeed more affordable and they're def lacking in the "Ease of Use" department but on the other hand, they are also space efficient.

[Gudino95]

I have two spinlock dumbells i think they are gold gym brand with a set of 160 lbs db plates . spinlock dumbells are probably the safest.

[Gudino95]

Those are good if you don't have a lot of money. They are just slower at changing weights, but are just as good.

True they are slower but since they are cheaper you can buy to sets and have them ready.

[BeyondMeasure]

I guess essentially you can also keep yourself busy in between sets LOL

[JohnPurple]

Oh yeah, they are terrible for dropsets. Considering the fact that I don't do dropsets it doesn't matter to me.

[qwan456]

Spinlocks DBs are a good cheap option, if you can't afford the more expensive adjustable DBs. Aside from the quickness of changing plates, the other benefit of IM/PB is that they are easier to rest on your thighs to kick up to position. You could also do this with spin lock and not have the threaded rod stab you by putting outside of your thighs and kick it off from the plates itself. Although I still manage to jabbed myself with it...

If you are getting set of spinlock, I would recommend getting ones that has this rubber gasket in collars to ensure that the collars won't loosen.

[BloodType3R]

I don't mean to be a deck but the influx of spinlock threads over the last day and a half is mind boggling.
A quick look at the threads on the first two pages of the equipment section should show that there was no need for another thread. There's already some good info in the existing current ones...

[BeyondMeasure]

I don't mean to be a deck but the influx of spinlock threads over the last day and a half is mind boggling.
A quick look at the threads on the first two pages of the equipment section should show that there was no need for another thread. There's already some good info in the existing current ones...

My bad, I actually did a forum search prior to posting this but didn't see much on the topic.....

[SugarFree1]

Just my own opinion but I dont like the spin/lock type. Pain to change weights between sets/reps, worry of lock losening etc. If price is the only problem, I'd suggest looking on craigslist at some preowned equipment.

[BeyondMeasure]

Just my own opinion but I dont like the spin/lock type. Pain to change weights between sets/reps, worry of lock losening etc. If price is the only problem, I'd suggest looking on craigslist at some preowned equipment.

Trust me I exhaust all my options before coming to a conclusion, I been looking through CL for atleast a month not only in my state but my neighboring state.. In most cases CL's prices can be retail-like...but my main issue is there not being much to choose from in the area.... I'm going with spinlocks for now so i can keep it moving but i'll upgrade in the future.....

[owasM]

only problem i have with solid steel handles is the grip size, it feels horrible.
i actualy preffer the plastic grip on the cheapo 14" i've got.