Unpopular opinion: Powerblock Adjustable Dumbbells are simply the BEST.

[@NoFate247]

Shots FIRED!

[@MarkPMaguire]

You’re in the same boat. How do you decide which ones to use… lol

[@K_vid47]

The beauty of all powerblock equipment is the solid, simple build. I have their kettlebell and bench and I know they’ll last for years. The more moving parts fitness equipment has, the more likely they are to break

[@MarkPMaguire]

Ya, I sold them before, happy to have them again! Not doing that again!

[@RenzinatorStrength1961]

I recently had to decide between the PowerBlocks or the REP Pepins and I went with the PowerBlock Elite USA 90s with Knurled Grips. The PowerBlocks are Superb. I also bought the same stand you have.

[@MarkPMaguire]

Good choice! This stand, cheap as it may be, does the job and makes them easily approachable

[@carps_gym]

The powerblocks served me well for many years

[@MarkPMaguire]

Do you still have them? Or you are fixed only currently?

[@plmn93]

They all have pros and cons, nothing wrong with having personal preferences. My Powerblock U-90s have served me well for over 10 years. Recently put some Average Joe stainless knurled handles on them which was a big improvement, IMO.

[@MarkPMaguire]

Ya for sure, thanks for the comment. Glad you were able to revamp them after 10 years of use, that must feel good having the knurled handles..

[@kylelam849]

I got my U90 in 2016, well, almost 10 years as well bro 👊 I am going to buy Average Joe Stainless handle on them and see how it would help my training ( after removing some dusts, my U90 looks brand new again 🎉

[@guppygb6078]

I have the new Powerblock Pro 100 Exps. I was torn between PBs and the Reppins but I know I made the right choice. Having 100lb urethane coated dumbbells with knurled steel handles at home is amazing. These things are made for university and commercial gyms. They are the improved version of the Hammer Strength x Powerblock dumbbells.

[@waltkauz1978]

I have the Powerblock Pro 125/175 Commercial and I like them.

[@ooijie9032]

I got the pro 100 exp its good, felt really nice, just that the handle is a little bit too thick for my small hands especially when pulling, but it is superb for pushing movements. The box design sometimes works well because it kinda hits your forearm and acts like a secondary support for the weight especially when doing lateral raise.

[@MarkPMaguire]

@@ooijie9032 ya I know what you are talking about, I’ve used my forearm to support the bar when doing curls! Is that the knurled handle?

[@2GGop]

Powerblock also like 60% of the cost of repxpepin. Huge advantage there. They just suck when you want to do a lift requiring holding the dumbell somewhere besides the handle, or if your grip has fatigued and you want to wear straps.

[@MarkPMaguire]

@@2GGop true, can’t really finagle my Versa grips in there! And things like goblet squat and skull crushers aren’t really feasible.

[@elliotkralj188]

Thanks for comparing these two. I prefer PowerBlocks.

[@MarkPMaguire]

Fortunate to be able to have both in house, I really enjoy my Powerblocks, thought they needed a little comparison to the new kid on the block (rep x pepins).

[@mdk42o74]

iv had my power block for over 1 year and i got them used they are older ones and they still work perfect and the guy i got them from was a animal so i know he used the crap out of them so i can say power blocks do hold up over the test of time and that makes power block worth it. i am thinking about getting the rep pepin i want a set to keep in my home gym and want to put one power block next to my computer and one in my living room to do sets when im watching tv and youtube. i love the power blocks because i know they last forever and as of right now i feel the repin and the power blocks are the 2 best pics if you want something that will last

[@Saltivasaltiva]

great design, that's why power blocks have been around so long- personally i have the ironmaster for a few reasons: no cage around my hands (that does bother me when i used them) and price (75 pounds for 488 w/ black friday and military discount, no tax). i like supporting companies that support military; however, IM has discontinued its military discount- mine still works but i guess no more new accounts. all said, if iron didn't exist i would've gone with power blocks and just lived with the cage

[@MarkPMaguire]

Iron master seems great, haven’t used any of the products but I sold my REP adjustable bench in hopes of getting the super bench! Seems like great dumbbells/kettlebells/smith machine… and company.

[@plmn93]

@@MarkPMaguire Love my Super Bench. It's not perfect and is more consumer grade than some of Rep's benches, but it's just a pleasure to use for most stuff.

[@Saltivasaltiva]

funny enough i have a blackwing and was trying to replace with a super bench but they sold out... next time

[@MarkPMaguire]

@@plmn93 ya I think I will like the light weight design and the functionality of it, I also want to be able to stand a bench up and out of the way when not in use.

[@MarkPMaguire]

@@Saltivasaltiva well that Black Wing does look sweet!! Commercial grade quality, can stand it up, add attachments, why the change of heart?

[@lularoeamynjeff4585]

Just get the Reps and don’t look back! I have a set and they are even better than advertised. They go up by 2 1/2 pound increments. That’s something they don’t talk about. 🤯

[@vl2852]

HOW MANY LBS ARE YOUR PEPINS?

[@MarkPMaguire]

@@vl2852 85’s…

[@DrDoke]

I picked up Powerblock Sport EXP with the expansions up to 90lb brand new on Black Friday for $1100 less than it would have cost to order Rep / Pepins. That was just too much money saved to ignore. That being said, I don’t mind the blocky design so far but don’t really like the handle and don’t like that I can’t twist my hand into the grip to get a firm hold on it without my knuckles hitting the tubes for the 2.5lb weights. Other than that they seem very solid and I actually think they look pretty badass in my gym.

[@MarkPMaguire]

I had the sport 50’s, non expandable so they only went up to 50lbs. Otherwise I would’ve kept them, very nice looking and that silver metal material didn’t show much signs of wear and tear. I don’t mind the rubber ergonomic handle, but ya a draw back to the PB’s is it is hard to use like a Versa grip or straps. Hope they work out for you!

[@carps_gym]

I just all the power block were expandable to 125

[@MarkPMaguire]

Ya, honestly I wish I could get one expansion pack to 70 pounds but these ones don’t do that. But can do a lot with 50 pounds and less, just have to pre fatigue and do other things.

[@heyheythrowaway]

I have the U90 with an expansion to 125, but they don't make that any more, so you'd have to get lucky finding it used. I see they have a pro that goes up to 175 but also you have to drop $2k. Powerblocks still the king when it comes to weight. Wish they'd focus more on that and make a home set that goes to like 150 but is cheaper than $2k. I keep waiting for a competitor to make some heavy ass DBs to upgrade my 125's, but I guess I'll just buy a cheap trap bar and plates for deads and squats.

[@MarkPMaguire]

@ Guys throwing around some weight!! I have the Fringe Sport Midas open trap bar, still trying to figure out if I should’ve went with that or Reps…

[@jmk.3943]

We don't know how long Rep X Pépin dbells will last ? Ironmaster or powerblocks dbells are proven dbells for many years.

[@benbarnett1076]

This is indeed an unpopular opinion. Powerblocks are the worst feeling adjustables on the market.

[@MarkPMaguire]

@@benbarnett1076 oh ya, let me get your top 3?

[@benbarnett1076]

@ Pepins/Reppins, Snodes, Ironmasters. IMs would be 1 or 2 if the changing mechanism was as quick as some of the others

[@MarkPMaguire]

@@benbarnett1076 ya I’ve always wanted to get some Iron Master equipment in my home gym. I was considering those dumbbells right when the Rep/Pepins dropped. I’m constantly changing between weights throughout my workout but they do seem great.

[@benbarnett1076]

@ they feel great in use, but ultimately the change time convinced me to swap them out for other options.

[@rickydw9152]

powerbocks are much more bulky, not nearly as durable, dont go as heavy and dont have a lifetime warrenty

[@phiz118]

They are also harder to adjust. Hitting that pin is not simple. I constantly have to look at it on the side.

[@MarkPMaguire]

@@phiz118 powerblocks or rep Pepins? I would argue that the adjustment for powerblocks is more simple. The magnetic pin easily slides into position. For the Repins it is harder to visualize what wait you are on, and you have to do the pop pin on both sides, and you may glide the pop pin right past the weight you wanted.

[@MarkPMaguire]

@@rickydw9152 How durable do you require your exercise equipment? I don’t see my PB breaking anytime soon. Powerblocks have been around forever, it’s a solid choice for many people and facilities. The bulky nature, is the nature of the beast with some adjustable dumbbells, you get used to them just like anything else. But, then again, you aren’t wrong.

[@phiz118]

@@MarkPMaguiremakes sense. I have the power blocks. I can’t adjust them fast at all. Takes about 20 seconds between exercises. I don’t have a rack so they live on the floor. I have to kneel down, adjust, get back up and pick them up. I constantly have half a pin in one and the other half in another. The color rings also fall off over time.

[@ushuaia6284]

Not unpopular opinion. The wrong opinion

[@aynrandfan7454]

I have the original pepins they are my favourite piece of equipment in my home gym I don’t mind paying the heavier price used them for years now

[@MarkPMaguire]

@@aynrandfan7454 glad to hear it!