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jenng
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Adjustable dumbbells
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Tuesday, October 10, 2006 5:14 PM
Does anyone have a set of adjustable DBs that they love? Hate? What did you look for in a set? This seems like a good deal to me, with the stand for $299 and $2.95 shipping.
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RE: Adjustable dumbbells
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Tuesday, October 10, 2006 9:35 PM
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RE: Adjustable dumbbells
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Wednesday, October 11, 2006 6:01 AM
Hey jenng, that's exactly the set that I use (10-50 Lb). Love em!
I like that the plates are all chromed, and the handles are slightly larger than a standard 1" grip, so they're a LOT more comfortable in your grip.
Yes, that's me in my avatar, and NO, I don't look like that today. That was taken back in Jan '07, and I lost most of that progress when I slacked off last year. I'm on my way back, tho, and I'm using that photo for inspiration.
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RE: Adjustable dumbbells
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Wednesday, October 11, 2006 6:28 AM
They sell dumbbells at "Play it Again Sports" for pennies per pound.
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jenng
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RE: Adjustable dumbbells
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Wednesday, October 11, 2006 6:49 AM
Hey, I didnt know you were still here!  What fun is a bargain? This is my Xmas present we are talking about and R is getting a $1500 computer. lol
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RE: Adjustable dumbbells
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Wednesday, October 11, 2006 8:22 AM
Yea, but you could use that money to buy this stuff!!!
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jenng
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RE: Adjustable dumbbells
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Wednesday, October 11, 2006 3:46 PM
Well, the rings were on my list, too. Is there not a place for DBs in Crossfit?
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RE: Adjustable dumbbells
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Monday, October 16, 2006 7:42 AM
There's definitely a use for dumbbells in Crossfit, but you don’t really need them. You definitely don't need a full set. Pick up a pair of 25's, 35's, and 55's from play it again sports and your all set. Or better yet, buy a few kettlebells. 
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RE: Adjustable dumbbells
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Wednesday, October 18, 2006 5:58 AM
I would like to know if you end up with those. I have been considering purchacing the same pair. I like doing supersets and giant sets, and have serious space concerns, so I thought that would be a good option for quick changing of poundage without having 4 sets of dumbells floating around and taking up space. And you can not beat that shipping price for sure 
<message edited by thehardway on Wednesday, October 18, 2006 6:01 AM>
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RE: Adjustable dumbbells
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Saturday, November 11, 2006 1:29 PM
Just got the Bowflex SelectTech 552 w/ Stand & 5.1 Bench. Love it it's adaptability. Also because I got it for free.
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RE: Adjustable dumbbells
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Monday, November 13, 2006 7:51 AM
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RE: Adjustable dumbbells
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Tuesday, November 14, 2006 8:01 AM
That does seem like a good deal, but then again most equipment seems alot cheaper in the US than here in the UK!
I would say yes go ahead and get them, but if you are using a barbell in your workout aswell, it may work out better to have standard dumbbells so the weights can be swapped around.
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RE: Adjustable dumbbells
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Thursday, December 21, 2006 6:46 AM
TurboFit.com makes some great dumbbells if you're looking for very small increments (1.25 pounds). They go only so heavy, and therefore you may want to invest also in a set of powerblocks. I've had a set of powerblocks for 10 years and they are still like new. Conversely, I've known several people who bought the Nautilus/Bowflex spin-dial type and they've broken down (there is a piece of plastic that holds everything in place that eventually wears or breaks).
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RE: Adjustable dumbbells
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Tuesday, December 26, 2006 11:36 AM
ORIGINAL: jeremy
hi,
I like making dumbbells the good old fashion way. Plus think about the savings. Look at these plates and dumbbell handles.
Id agree. I think the convience that a powerblock (or something similar) gives you is not worth the extra cost but this is definately down to personal preference. By buying standard dumbells you have to put together yourself, you will have alot of money left over for other equipment plus this may also give you more workout options.
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logicbdj
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RE: Adjustable dumbbells
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Wednesday, December 27, 2006 5:12 AM
It's not simply an issue of preference, but space and use. I have about $50,000 of equipment in a space 400 sq. feet, and I train a number of clients that move quickly from exercise to exercise, whether using dumbbells, cables, or machines. For home trainees who want to dicker around with adjustable dumbbells, and who have little equipment in their home, then that is fine. Otherwise...
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