A New Resistance Bands Bar That Blew Me Away - GEKU Review

[@dannytrejo3455]

Nice setup man. I was searching x3 reviews and your channel appeared also. Great content

[@rustyyoung7980]

Hey GamerBody, I was wondering if you saw Mike's review (YT channel: Sliding Bench Trainer) for this? He was complaining that the hooks would come loose no matter how much hey tightened it. Not sure if you ever came across that issue or not. Also somebody I know is looking to start working out and she's somewhere between 4'11"-5'2". I was looking for a low cost to entry option but it seems that SS 32" bands would be the only viable solution for her if she were to go the band with hooks or carabiner route. Any other ideas??? I know she could also use a galvanized pipe or whatever and some SUNPOW bands and just wrap the bands around something cylindrical for more tension. But in general, the better your equipment and the more aesthetic, the more you're going to want to use it, also making staying consistent easier and just sticking to the process a little more effortless.

[@Recep007]

I did some checking and you can actually buy this as a onehander bar too and just add it on top if this bar, if it feels too short.

[@apeiron885]

I got a similar home DYI gym set up. Did not know about sunpow bands. Way more cost effective. 🎉

[@GamerBody]

Yeah, I'm running a 3 month test right now with them to see if they hold up, but the price is nice if they do.

[@Tomasquo]

A graphic on the product page shows the length can be 40, 55 or 75 cm.

[@GamerBody]

Yeah I measured out each piece, but if you want a certain length you can combine the long bar and just 1 of the short bars instead, or just use the long bar by itself.

[@fredthompson2846]

Just got mine !! Came from the UK using Amazon ! Amazing bar and very happy ! Just ordered Serious Steel bands too ! Mine is the new aluminum one

[@tomantipodes]

Love my Geku bar and the extra fittings you can buy for them. You can buy 2 more triangle fittings and use the two short bits of the bars to make single hand grips. You can also get clip on round ends to use the bar with tubes instead of flat bands. You can then use the bar with say the mini tubes from PTP or the short 12 inch flat bands for deadlifting which is perfect for short people like me.

[@GamerBody]

i do think GEKU is jumping hard into the resistance bands niche and making some pretty awesome products for quite a bit cheaper than the competition.

[@TheDarkSkorpion]

Damn, I already have one of their bars (the one with the ab roller attachments) and I love it. I wonder if I can buy just the X3-style attachments somehow? Looks like they'll just screw into the bar I already have.

[@outtrigger]

have you found the contact information for the company?

[@TheDarkSkorpion]

I already replied to this but youtube likes to randomly delete comments lately. Anyway, yes I did. They were very responsive and when I suggested that selling the hooks separately would let people use the 2 short sections of bar as dumbell handles for bands and that they would have the only all-in-one set for barbell/dumbbell handles, they liked that and said they would get started setting up an amazon listing right away and it would take about a month.@@outtrigger

[@monkeyb1820]

I hope the rubber coating holds up ok. It seems like some cheaper rubber grip materials start to break down after 2-3 years, sometimes becoming sort of gummy/sticky/gross, where it's just the rubber breaking down. Or maybe sweat hastens this?

[@GamerBody]

Could wear out, but at $50 it's not too bad if it lasts 3 years. We will see in time (and if I like it enough to keep it that long)

[@TheDarkSkorpion]

I've had mine for 8 months, no issues yet. I know there was a problem with some plastics coming out of China a few years back that had that problem but I believe that's all fixed now.

[@joecastellano4278]

The Amazon link provided is a Geku bar that DOES NOT HAVE the same ends that the X-3 triangle band attachments has.

[@viviannguyen5850]

It’s sold out very fast. His link is correct. Saw it last night and planned to buy in the morning, but it’s gone. Keep checking

[@GamerBody]

Yeah, I see it right now (at least for the US) at amzn.to/3uzRoIp

[@chrizjenj3910]

Man, this is why I subscribe to your channel. Every day I'm trying to find something closer to the X3 bar. It's good, but it's too short and for the long bar, you already have to be a member or purchased one and I'm not trying to pay another $400.

[@GamerBody]

Take a look at the newer bar! It is the aluminum alloy one and I think it is a lot better as it has knurling and a nice travel case. It also feels stronger to me. The old bar is good, but this new one Geku just made it great!

[@chrizjenj3910]

@@GamerBody Thanks man!

[@timchapin5776]

Thanks for the review. What are you using for a base?

[@GamerBody]

It's called "The Step Platform". I just got it on Amazon.

[@Cokblokula]

I bought one of these before I purchased X3 and mine bent on a heavy back squat. It was super slight at first but after about a week it was obvious. I threw it out and got a HarambeSystem K-Bar for squats and X3 for everything else.

[@GamerBody]

Oh no! Which bands did you have one it when it started to bend? I have used multiple Sunpow bands on it without issue. Also, my original version never bent either. Maybe I just got lucky, or you are putting on a lot of bands compared to me.

[@Cokblokula]

@@GamerBody It was either SS #6 or #6.5. I don't remember which one it was.

[@GEKUJJY]

You should be able to use the short bar, screw hooks on both ends, and use resistance bands this way. This can be used for seated curls. I'm not sure if it will work

[@GamerBody]

With resistance bands, this just seems like more work than just standing biceps curls. If I had dumbbells, I would sit as that is easy, but I would drive myself crazy setting up seated curls with bands.

[@marcvinyard3050]

Great review! Question: if you are performing bent row with bands for your lats, do you find the individual handles on each side or the straight bar are more effective?

[@GamerBody]

If you are using enough intensity in the set to stimulate a response, it won't matter what you use. For me, it is still more comfortable to use the handles when targeting the lats in a bent over row, then a bar for upper/mid back.

[@marcvinyard3050]

@@GamerBody thank you!

[@deanhenry4668]

Great video, thank you for posting, do you this bar can hold up to the same resistance as the X3 bsr, like maybe 400 lbs of resistance?

[@GamerBody]

It's rated for 800lbs or resistance (according to the sales page). This is the same as the Innstar bar and a big reason I went for it as well.

[@LonerMob]

Got this bar, some undersun bands and the step platform after watching your videos. Thanks for the detailed reviews. Standing at 5’6. Would you recommend the 37-38” bands as an alternative?

[@GamerBody]

I haven't used other sized bands unfortunately. I think with the method I use it should work fine. You are 5 inches shorter than me, so I hope the bands have enough tension - you may need to add a few together depending on your strength level.

[@heavenlypath1065]

I'm around your height just recently bought a bar buts it's quite small at 21 inches do you find the bar your using good for your height?

[@Darkgod777]

It's only been three hours since I watched this video and this specific bar is no longer listed on Amazon

[@GamerBody]

I see it available, but I just noticed it will send in mid December. I think they are just getting a lot of orders as it is a good design. I see it listed here as of writing this comment (for the US): amzn.to/3uzRoIp

[@Darkgod777]

@@GamerBody A few hours later I saw it back up and as of my posting this it is back up.

[@Natem22322]

Great review, I'm going to buy one!

[@sheikhselim2312]

I bought it and I love it!!!!

[@JetMek1]

Clicking on the Amazon link, the bar in the video does not come up. Only GEKU bars with the round loops on the ends. The version in the video does not seem to be available.

[@GamerBody]

As mentioned in other comments, my guess is they are running out of inventory. I am looking at it right now as available in the US at amzn.to/3uzRoIp

[@trumpdrago517]

If it had 2 extra hooks u could make 2 small handles. Like single handles. Actually, you mind seeing if it can make 1?

[@GamerBody]

What do you mean? I am trying to picture it but not quite understanding your setup.

[@trumpdrago517]

@@GamerBody detach all the bars. U can use the little end bars as individual handles

[@SilverTongueJona10]

How has the bar held up since this review? I purchased the X3 and tried it for the first time today. I really don’t like the usable length of it at 19” (21-1/2 full length which includes the rotational caps that you can’t put your hands on). At $600 for the bar, bands, and foot plate. I’d say it’s not worth it if others are manufactured just as solid which is one pro. This thing is solid and rotates really well. It also has virtually zero side to side play if you were to try and push on the hooks parallel with the bar. The hooks are just 3” wide which I guess accommodates most band widths but not all.

[@GamerBody]

I like the GEKE a lot and it being a bit longer is a big plus. Before it, I used the INNSTAR resistance bands bar (39in bar) which was a little long, but not too bad. 19" Seems way to small for me, but if you travel a lot it may be helpful to put into a bag. I think that was part of the initial design as to why it is so short. I actually just got the Serios Steel bands (2nd time after snapping the Sunpow) so Ill be putting in more tests, but so far so good.

[@SilverTongueJona10]

@@GamerBody that’s great. I’m glad to hear the Geku bar has held up for you. Much less expensive alternative. I was curious because some exercises/bands can put some serious load on the bar hooks. There is one popular reviewer on YT that said his triangle hooks on the Geku looked bent but they still functioned normally. He also said the inner metal was not smooth and had some manufacturing defects with rough edges where the inner triangle curves. Thanks for the reply. This is great info.

[@GamerBody]

Hmm if would probably return that one the guy received. I did get one person saying their hooks bent, but so far for me it has been good. If that changes, I'll certainly make a video update on it. Crossing my fingers that doesn't happen.

[@roscoe007]

Can you do a review on the clench fitness nexus bar please

[@GamerBody]

Doubtful. Reason is that it is $350. The setups I have are less than $100. I'll jot it down as a potential, but its not likely.

[@roscoe007]

@@GamerBody Makes sense

[@viviannguyen5850]

Great review. One thing I didn’t see is the material of the bar itself. Only see metal connector. Could you let me know if the bar is metal? And does the hook feel smooth that it’s not gonna tear the band apart?

[@GamerBody]

I can't really tell. The connectors are all metal, and the sales page says so as well, but I dont know if that is for this bar, the other listed on the sales page, both? If feels very solid though, even when using the larger bands. I think there is a metal layer throughout, but the rubber covers it making it hard to really know without breaking down the bar completely.

[@RTB_1234]

Can you take the small bar attachments and put the end links to each side to create a type of small handle? 🤨 Yeah, I can buy a resistance band handle, just curious 😂

[@GamerBody]

Yes, but it only comes with 2 triangle pieces so if you wanted 2 handles you would need 2 more of those.

[@franabre]

I checked the Amazon with your link, doesn't come with the open triangle carabiner.

[@GamerBody]

I checked it just now at amzn.to/3uzRoIp Are you in the US? I also wonder if they are running out of inventory as it is a product I just found recently.

[@jd5787]

Hi! Have you tried both the Dasking and the Geku by any chance please? I am not sure which to get... Thanks!

[@GamerBody]

I have only tried the GEKU and LOVE it! I just used it in my workout today. Before that I used the INNSTAR bar and triangle handles which worked well, but the GEKU has been awesome.

[@jd5787]

@@GamerBody thanks for the feedback!

[@rambojohn7118]

The link shows the bar but with different ends. The Amazon site does not say anything about the x3 style bar being sold out. So what’s up with the link you listed ?

[@GamerBody]

I see it listed right now with the correct bar: amzn.to/3N2lkDz

[@codywy5579]

Good information ... but your link to the bar shows a completely different bar 🤔🤔🤔

[@ReplicantHunter]

It’s the correct link, I’m pretty sure the x3 style one has sold out on Amazon. Hopefully might restock soon.

[@Besokool]

There is a possibility they were hit with a cease and desist. The fake doctor of bull crap is usually quick to protect his patents. I would probably do the same. But the dude is quite the A - hole.

[@ReplicantHunter]

@@Besokoolyeah that’s true, they were even calling it the x3 bar on Amazon 😅

[@Tomasquo]

@@Besokool Sounds like pure conjecture on your part. X3 cannot be disassembled and does not have hooks that rotate independently of one another.

[@Besokool]

@@TomasquoYeah....I don't know. I did hear a recent interview with him. The company aggressively goes after imitators. This company literally put x3 in the name of the bar. I don't know patent law, guesinng you don't either. But nothing would surprise in this age of lies, and infantile behavior.

[@rambojohn7118]

What is with the link for the X3 bar ? It’s up for a few hours then taken down !

[@GamerBody]

The one in this video is here: amzn.to/3uzRoIp I wonder if they are running out of inventory as it is a product that I recently saw get added.

[@mitchparker4628]

How does the step platform work? (does it cause problems/issues not having cutouts for the band(s)?

[@GamerBody]

It has slots on the bottom the bands fit in which is nice (wasn't designed for it, but works with them). This way the bands are not crushed against the floor and can move freely - very helpful in the setup.

[@HenryTucker7]

went to amazon to get the GEKU Bar but it's unavailable. Any suggestion to replace this one that isn't available on amazon?

[@GamerBody]

I do have an older setup that is great, but a little more expensive and relies on triangle links. Take a look at this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6a8fqd-gJ6siK8

[@ian1969uk]

Is anyone else finding that the hook ends on the geku bar are bending slightly? I’m worried that it’s an accident waiting to happen if they fail mid exercise 😮

[@GamerBody]

Mine have not, but I wonder if you add a lot of strong bands on the ends if it can happen. I have another setup with the INNSTAR bar and triangle hooks that may withstand more resistance. I have an older video of it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6a8fqd-gJ6siK8

[@josephroa4475]

Good review. I exclusively use Harambe now. It’s pricey, but worth it.

[@GamerBody]

Nice, how do you like Harambe?

[@josephroa4475]

@@GamerBody it's awesome. Have both the bar and handles as well as the plate. Still use Bodylastics bands for a couple of exercises that they work better for such as lat raises.

[@Keizarsoze]

Hi, is the bar good for traveling?Is it lighter than the X3 bar

[@GamerBody]

I don't have the X3 bar so not sure how they compare weight wise. It is better for traveling imo as the length is shorter and can be smaller parts. Someone else also commented that after a certain length, airports may see it as a weapon - I haven't tested this, but these bars are shorter so hopefully that wouldn't be an issue.

[@MidwestPyro55]

The bar doesn’t have the x3 style end anymore in the listing…

[@GamerBody]

Seems they may be running out as this is the 3rd comment in a row I've read. Im looking at it right now as available at amzn.to/3uzRoIp

[@MidwestPyro55]

@@GamerBody see that. got my order in now thanks!

[@mtallison333]

Have you checked out any of the products from Vector Athletics?

[@GamerBody]

I have not, are there any in particular you would recommend I look at first?

[@mtallison333]

The ez-bar and the squat belt would be great!

[@frankdaddabbo9520]

Can you use this bar with resistance bands from Clench Fitness

[@GamerBody]

As long as they are the same length, yes. I've done quite a few bands now, and they are roughly the same size.

[@f2trainingsystem]

** The TRUE Behind the Geku Bar ** Thank you for bringing attention to these flaws in the Geku bar, which appears to be a knockoff of my patent-pending F2 Bar. As an ex-competitive bodybuilder, personal trainer, and fitness consultant with over 30 years of experience, I intentionally designed the F2 Bar to address concerns that competitors couldn't duplicate. Firstly, the hooks are knock of of my rtHooks. The rtHooks are designed for use with large flat bands. Second, the F2 Bar's "threaded" connector is longer, providing more grip and inner support, addressing weaknesses in sectional bars at the attachment joint. This design choice aimed to solve concerns related to the weakness of joints in sectional barbells, a common issue in childhood. Secondly, the added strength enables exercises like deadlifts and bench presses without concern for bar bending. Unlike the Geku, X3, or Harambee, the F2 Bar is intended for advanced athletes, allowing use on a real flat bench or in a cage with Olympic plates by adding the F2 Adapters. Also, the Geku's attempt to connect hooks to the end is a replication of the modular F2 Bar Natural Rotation and rtHooks. While not a personal preference, I included this feature for those who favor aesthetics or enjoy using bands. The F2 Bar is specifically designed for real progressive resistance training, starting with bands and progressing to free weights with 2" Olympic plates. Moreover, the F2 Bar is part of a larger system-the "F2 Training System"-consisting of modular fitness equipment, offering versatile all-in-one (thats why the product line is called ALLN-1) solutions for users seeking more exercise variations. Unlike the Geku bar, the F2 Bar is a component of a comprehensive system meant to help users learn various exercises from beginner to professional levels. Unfortunately, inventors often face challenges when larger companies create cheap versions of their ideas. On a positive note, Muscle & Fitness recently featured an article about the F2 Adapters, showcasing their use with the F2 Bar. You can verify everything's I've shared by Googling "Muscle & Fitness F2 Adapters," checking the products being developed on my page or just doing Google patent search of "Variable resistance exercise band" I'm in WA also, so if you want to try the original F2 Bar, just reach out! Cheers,

[@captainguns9761]

I have x3 but I want a longer bar & also cheaper price . This bar looks great but as usual Amazon uk dosent have anything decent like us & I can’t find this bar 🤬

[@k9ine787]

Type in prebene resistance band bar, looks like the same think from what I saw

[@GamerBody]

That is unfortunate. With the success of some of the bars out there, I wouldn't be surprised if a lot more similar designs start to come out. I'm keeping an eye out as well for some bigger brands to see if they upgrade theirs. I'd love to see INNSTAR make something like the GEKU as I love the INNSTAR bar, but the GEKU just got it all right at a good cost.

[@roygilbreath4308]

The link for the GEKU Bar has rings and not triangles, is the link the correct one?

[@ReplicantHunter]

Yep it’s the correct link but pretty sure the x3 style one has sold out, it was there yesterday but not today. Maybe keep checking daily to see if they add more :)

[@GamerBody]

Im seeing it listed today with the full setup. It might have been out of stock for a little bit.

[@sinocelt]

Wouldn't one-hand handles with these triangles be ideal for you, since a problem you have with hook handles is that they are too long, thereby reducing your range of motion? (Am I being clear?)

[@GamerBody]

Depends on the exercise. The bar is more comfortable for a lot of the movements, but I do think handles are great for some.

[@sinocelt]

​@@GamerBody As I feared, I was unclear. I'll try again. For one-hand handles, you use J handles, but in one of your videos, you said they were a bit too long (not the hand part, the J part), so that they reduce your range of motion (for instance, if you squat, you need to get higher before the rubber bands even start stretching). I just thought that one-hand handles with very short triangle hooks (instead of a long J hook), like the triangle hooks on this bar, could solve this problem for you. Still unclear? Very possibly. I've got quite the brain fog right now.

[@monkeyb1820]

@@sinocelt I think I can envision what you're saying. Perhaps a standard 'rectangle shaped' handle commonly used in gyms for cable crossovers, but with a triangle type of thing attached to the handle instead of a carabiner (which is then used to hook onto the cable loop). This would bring the bands a bit closer to the knuckles, but maybe only another 2" or so.

[@sinocelt]

@@monkeyb1820 Thank you, yes, "bringing the bands closer to the knuckles" was what I had in mind -- triangle hooks attached directly to the handles instead of a loop with a ring or a carabiner as is commonly used in gyms and with tube rubber bands. I cannot post links here, but I can quote an Amazon review: [QUOTE] *The extra 6" changes things!* I have gloves that I use with my loop resistance bands, but that's still not quite enough protection for pulling movements with very high resistance (deadlifts are what give me the most trouble), and these definitely make a big difference in comfort. With resistance band deadlifts, where your hands are already pretty close to your anchor point (your feet) at the starting position, and where I at least have to put some effort into tuning the starting resistance before each set to make sure it feels right, these handles make it even harder to get a relatively flat resistance curve, such that it's neither "too easy" at the beginning nor "too hard" at the end of the range of motion. This shouldn't usually be a problem for any movement where you're not anchoring your bands under your feet, since you can just move slightly farther from the anchor point and the resulting resistance curve will be pretty much identical to what you're used to, but it *will* potentially be a problem for movements where you don't have much choice but to anchor under your feet. I think I'll keep using these for most of my compound pulling movements, but I'm not sure I'm satisfied with the deadlift mechanics in particular, which was the main lift where I really needed the handles, so I can't say it was an entirely satisfying purchase. It seems like it should be possible, or even downright logical, to make "shorter" handles that only add like 1 or 1.5 inches instead of 6 whole inches to your effective arm length (what's all that length even accomplish with this use case?), but I guess nobody sells yet. [/QUOTE]

[@GamerBody]

I think that could work. As long as the strength of the handle setup is fine, and it doesn't dig into your hands, it would be a good option. I'll keep my eyes out for anything like that.

[@dmendoza02]

Hey homie, your left knee good?

[@GamerBody]

Yeah, did something happen I am not aware of?

[@RelakS__]

My geku bar just arrived, but one of the screws is missing. Do anyone have an idea, what happens when I ask for help from amazon? I get another product, but have to send back the current one? I get the missing screw? Unfortunately I did not make any unboxing video.

[@GamerBody]

Hmmm weird. I don't have any contact with them atm so it may be best to try and get Amazon to just replace it right now. They better send it to you the 2nd time around :)

[@RelakS__]

@@GamerBody I had to send it back to the USA, and received a new one. I had some surprises with DHL and customs, but in the end I did not need to pay any extra. The new bar has every part, but I think I will need to use some insulation/teflon tape because the threads are too loose and at least one side is like to unscrew in a very short time. BTW, the cover of the bar provides very good, comfortable grip, so I am happy with this purchase.

[@catytyty]

Anyone found something similar on amazon EU? or EU seller?

[@GamerBody]

Anyone in EU find something? Looks like these keep selling out or X3 is jumping on top of it. The bar is awesome, but seems it is having trouble staying in stock.

[@merlin3381]

Cheaper than my DIY bar but not as good as my DIY. I got a 30 inch 1 inch pipe, taped it with bat grip tape, put 25 pounds of lead shot in it and found the right size climbing carabiner to fit around the pipe on Amazon. I probably would have bought the GEKU if I would have seen it. What do you think of the Eisenlink adjustable dumbbells from Amazon?

[@GamerBody]

They look decent. The weight changing mechanic isn't as good as the Core Fitness Dumbbells I have, but I think if they can upgrade further (get more weight) they could rival the IronMaster.

[@Timo-tf9be]

Any Chance to get it in Europe ?

[@GEKUJJY]

"GEKU" is said to be launching its products in Europe.

[@Timo-tf9be]

Weird. I cant find in in amazon germany. I Need to change the Country to find it

[@GEKUJJY]

That probably means we'll have to wait until 2024

[@GamerBody]

Unfortunately, I do not know. I don't have any contact with the company, I just saw the bar on Amazon and bought it as it is an upgrade to my current option, and cheaper.

[@Darkgod777]

Get it while you can. I watched an interview with Jaquish where he states that he has been going after the copycats if he thinks they are infringing on his patents.

[@GamerBody]

Good to know. I see it listed for me right now on Amazon.

[@k.s.2392]

Clench fitness dropped a pre order

[@GamerBody]

For the platform? or something else?

[@viviannguyen5850]

So glad other companies making products like these to benefit consumers who want to stay fit without getting ripped off. It’s a shame since it’s very simple design. Fake online Dr jaquish with his misleading marketing from x3 care nothing but his wallet will prevent selling similar product. I wish they didn’t name its color x3 cuz technically the design is different, even much better since length can be customized.

[@GamerBody]

Yeah, I wish they didn't label it that way either. I wonder if X3 will move against them in some way for it (maybe if they get bigger).