Batz's Reviews (45)


(4.67)
3/3/2026
I'm mostly happy with this. I think the knurling could be a bit more pronounced (it feels less aggressive than the triceps v-grip), and I think the bends could be a bit more. It does a good job though, and does reduce wrist strain compared to a straight barbell or straight bar. Definitely a very solid build, and does an amazing job.
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(3.67)
3/3/2026
This is just fine, it is definitely not enough weight, and the jumps are less than ideal. I do like the top adjustment system, but also think you'd be better served with the rep / fringe / ... adjustable dumbells. I've heard online a number of ppl having issues with durability, but I haven't personally had any issue (though I do not use it often). I also am not the biggest fan of the shape, it's a bit weird especially for snatches / jerks.
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(5.00)
3/3/2026
I do love these. They hold on well, and have never slipped. I do like the Keppi's more for frequent weight changes, but these do feel more solid (even though I've also never had an issue with the Keppi's). They do look pretty nice, and the lever isn't difficult to lock.
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(4.33)
3/3/2026
For me these are a bit too big, even on the smallest amount (where the rings are touching) I have about 1" extra. I had a cheap ankle strap from amazon, and honestly hated it, this one stays in place. I use it for many lower body movements (leg raises, toes to bar, kickbacks, abductions, ...). I think it'd be too big for upper body movements, though I haven't tried.
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(5.00)
3/3/2026
Honestly, I don't use this much. It puts some strain on my elbows, but it is very nicely made. It feels good, the knurling is solid and it's not overly heavy. I do want to upgrade to the rotating v-grip at some point.
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(5.00)
3/3/2026
I use this all the time for face pulls, pull downs and the like. It is very conferrable, and importantly as a strap it bends allowing more natural movements (the v-grip especially with overhead extensions makes my elbows sore). I've honestly replaced the v-grip with this. I use it at least once a week, and have had it for a few years, still like new.
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(5.00)
3/3/2026
I only have used these, but they are great. I got the solid black ones, but do wish I'd gotten flecks. I have 9mm on the concrete in the garage, and it's sufficient thick (though I'm not dropping weights, and have crash pads for the small times I need to). They have held up very well, and do look really great. I didn't do perfect on one set so there is a small visible gap, but all the others it's almost impossible to see. We used the double-sided flooring tape from Rep, and it's stayed in place perfectly. No smells, and arrived on a pallet, each roll is like 100lbs. Overall, extremely happy with the quality and it does look amazing!
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(5.00)
3/2/2026
Without a doubt my favorite barbell (though I've not touched the chewy bar). The knurling is perfect, not too rough but still grippy. I use this many times a week, and it has held up amazingly. It has a light ribbing, just enough to hold the bars a bit (I have stopped using collars for benches). I do think that Rep has better end-caps, but that's a super-narrow negative. Absolutely love this one!
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