Big Jonas

Big Jonas

Member Since 2/24/2026

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My name is Jonas Malady. I'm a husband, father, man of faith, and proud home gym owner. I started "The Grind House" back in 2020. A certain historic world event happened that year... So, like many others, I started to build out my own gym at home. I slowly added various pieces of equipment over time and eventually a small hobby turned into a big passion. Since then, I've also fallen in love with the sport of Strongman (following, not competing) as well as collecting vintage weights (i.e.. York dumbbells).

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(4.33)
3/31/2026
I have had these for 5 + years. Overall I am pleased with them. Unfortunately several of them have snapped due to dry-rotting. Most of the blame for that is due to our crazy Tennessee weather. If you kept these indoors I would assume they would last a very long time. You can also find cheaper versions of resistance bands out there.
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(4)
3/27/2026
These are fine. I honestly never use them. I can see the value here. I just personally don't use mine very often.
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(4)
3/27/2026
Got this for $40 from a guy locally. It's cheap. But for the price and what I use it for, it was worth every penny.
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(4.67)
3/26/2026
I have these in 5s and 2.5s. Beautiful classic design. Bought them from a guy selling at .50 cents per pound so the value for me personally has been amazing. Great fractional plates.
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(4)
3/26/2026
It's beefy, it's heavy, and it's thiccc. Will last you forever honestly. Not the best. Not the worst.
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