Dumbbells

The dumbbell thread
= Fixed Weight = 
== Pro-Style ==
* Standard Dumbbell Handles (SDH) (contoured or straight) with permanently tightened bolts, end caps, and pancake plates (10lbs, 7.5lbs, 5lbs). 
* Available in 1.5" thick handles for comfort: 38mm handles
* Some plates may be coated in rubber or urethane.
* Article: What makes a good fixed dumbbell - Ivanko
== Hex/12 Sided/Roundhead ==
* Some have a contoured handle, some are rubber or urethane coated.
* Some vary the handle diameter for comfort
** Troy TSD-R: 30mm(3 - 50lbs), 32mm(55 - 70lbs) 34mm(75 - 125lbs)
** Rep Fitness: 28mm(5 - 15lbs), 34mm(20lbs+)
** Hex Dumbell Set: 5kg to 20kg (2.5kg increment)
* Approx. 5" grip area.
* Some "Pro-Hex" get progressively smaller compared to normal iron hex as the weight increases (30% difference at 100lbs, see picture)
* Threads:
** Roundheads 1, Roundheads 2
** "IVANKO" IVK-400 are Impex
** Hex dumbbell construction question
== Center Mass Bells ==
* Threads: Fatbells Jbells Sorinex v. Thompson
File:Sorinexcmb.png|Sorinex Center Mass Bells (10-100 lbs)
File:Roguefatbells.png|Rogue Thompson Fatbells (9-150 lbs)
File:Jbells.png|JBells
File:Nubells.png|NuFit NuBells (5-50 lbs, optional NuBar attachment)
File:Omnibell.png|Gopher Nucleus Omnibells (18-53lbs)
== Triangular ==
* Bar in hand and on wrist. "BiStar" brand. "Tropicana" brand. "ATX" brand. 
* Thread: Triangular DBs
== Havak Triad ==
* Hybrid Dumbbell & Kettlebell
* Fixed weight 10-50 lbs
* Adjustable handle up to 85 lbs
* Instagram
File:Havok1.jpg|50lb 
File:Havok2.jpg|50lb 
File:Havok3.jpg|Adjustable
File:Havok4.jpg|Plate
= Adjustable Weight, Fixed Length = 
== Spinlock ==
* Spinlock handles with standard plates (1" hole, usually "pancake" (7/8" thick, 8" tall) plates). Come in various lengths.
* 14"-24" handles: $25-$70
* Big boy 24" handles: $240
* YouTube: How to tighten
== Olympic ==
* Handles of various lengths for Olympic sized plates (2" holes).
* Rogue offers DB10 (14.5") and DB15 (20.5")
* Also available as a spinlock with threaded collars. (rare)
* Threads:
** 200lbs dumbbells
** Olympic dumbbell or standard spin locks?
== Shermworks ==
* Custom length Standard Dumbbell Handles ($52-$57/pair up to 24") made from cold formed solid steel with adjustable grip length stops. (Video)
* An "AllPlates Kit" is also available ($33 for 8 washers & 24 spacers) which allows you to use Olympic (2") plates on standard (1") bars. (Video)
* Threads: Review1 Review2
== Bowflex/Nautilus SelectTech ==
* Turn both dials at ends of dumbbells to adjust weight
* Reviews: Omega Hunter Pakmule York Dialtech - EvilZed
* Clones: York Dial tech, Ironman LeverLock
* Recall: Nautilus 1090 Recall 12-194
* Video: 560 review
SelectTech 552 ($299)
* Max 52.5 lbs in 2.5 lbs increments
* 15.75" L x 8" W x 9" H	
SelectTech 1090 ($599)
* Max 90 lbs in 5 lbs increments
* 17.5" L x 10" W x 10" H	
SelectTech 560 ($499)
* Max 60 lbs in 5lbs increments
* Bluetooth / pairs with smartphone
* Twist handle to adjust weight	
== Weider Speed Weight ==
* 3 models: 90lbs, 100lbs (15 to 50 each), 120lbs (15 to 60 each)
* 5 lbs increments
* Twist handle while in cradle to adjust weight
* Videos: Review Review2
== Dosho Bells ==
* Clam-Shell dumbbell system. ($250+$60)
* 5-45 lbs in 5 lbs increments
* Available add-on ($79+26) increases maximum weight to 70 lbs
== Cuscus Adjustable Dumbbell ==
* This set can be adjusted from 27.55-95 lbs ($200/each)
* Original: Alibaba source
** Dumbbell adjustments in kg: 12.5-14.95-17.4-19.85-22.3-24.75-27.2-29.65-32.1-34.55-37-39.45-42(95lbs)
** Also available as barbell: 18.5-20.95-23.4-25.85-28.3-30.75-33.2-35.65-38.1-40.55-43-45.45-48(108lbs)
= Adjustable Weight, Dynamic Length =
== Powerblock ==
* Nesting dumbbells that allow you to quickly adjust the number of attached plates
* Optionally micro load the handles with 2.5lbs adder weights
* Threads:
** The PowerBlock Dumbbell thread
** Ironmasters & Selecttech Vs Sport 9.0 Powerblocks
** PowerBlock or Ironmaster adjustable dumbells
** Adjustable Dumbbells - Selecttech, Powerblock, Ironmaster?
** Ironmaster vs Powerblock question
** WAF of Powerblock U90 vs Ironmasters?
** Bowflex SelectTech VS. Powerblock Dumbbells
** Powerblocks or Ironmaster Dumbells
** Power Block XXXL 175 review
** Another XXXL Review
** Urethane Reviews: Unbreakable09 solekid
** Sport Reviews: arb15_00 NO1UP _OZ_
** Classic Reviews: GetPump Brother Steel dac1
** Florida Class Action (Urethane Powerblocks): 1:17-cv-23230-MGC
* Clones:
** Manubri a selettore Delta Thread
File:Pbcompare.png|Powerblock technology comparison 
File:Pbmodels.png|Powerblock current models
File:Pboldermodels.png|Powerblock older models
== Smartlock ==
* Fits standard plates (1" hole)
* Available in steel or plastic
* Handles don't stick out past the plates!
** they don't hit thighs when curling
** they don't prevent resting dumbbells on knees when pressing
* Discontinued? Patent US5346449
File:Smartlock1.png|Steel
File:Smartlock2.png|Steel & Plastic 
File:Smartlock3.png|Plastic
File:Smartlock4.png|Lock mechanism
File:Smartlock5.png|End cap
== Ironmaster Quicklock ==
* "Real Dumbbell feel" (Demo Video)
* Not as fast as Powerblocks when changing weight
* Reviews: jamesmetal24 RockyB mike_terror solekid HomeGymBodybuilding King of the Gym
* Threads: Ironmaster Adjustable Dumbbells, Question on Ironmaster DB
Quicklock Dumbbell System w/Stand ($499 + shipping)
* Max 75 lbs in 2.5 lbs increments
* 6.5" x 6.5" x 14.5
* 6.5" grip area	
120 lbs Addon Kit ($215+$45)
* Max 120 lbs 
* Adds 4 x 22.5 lbs plates and longer screws	
165 lbs Addon Kit ($235+$48)
* Max 165 lbs (23.5" long) 
* Adds 4 x 22.5 lbs plates and longer screws
* Screws are fully threaded, not "quick lock"	
Standard plates also fit on the handles	
* Quick Lock Patent
* Clones: Rhino Strength Equipment, Synsunhotech, Chinese clones, Hoist Quick Change
File:Quicklocksystem.png|Quick Lock Mechanism
File:Forceusadb.png|Clone
== Dumbbell Pepin ==
* 5-60 or 5-120 (3/4" thick plates)
* 33mm handle diameter
* Fully threaded screw (not quick lock)
* Instagram
File:Pepin1.png|5-60
File:Pepin2.png|5-120 
File:Pepin3.png|60
File:Pepin4.png|120
== Baadass Dumbbells ==
* 5 to 197.5 lbs
* Fully threaded screw (not quick lock)
* Instagram
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== Progression Fitness Dumbbells ==
* 5-70 or 5-95 lbs
* Fully threaded screw (not quick lock)
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== T-ReX Dumbbells ==
* 32mm handle diameter, 1.5mm Aggressive Knurl
* Wrench/Spanner to tighten/loosen if needed
* Fully threaded screw (not quick lock)
* Instagram
* Video1
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== Saber XT 50 ==
* 10-50lbs in 5lb increments
* 14"L x 7.8"W x 7.5"H (at 50lbs)
* 5" handle 1.125" diameter
* Available XT100 Barbell & EZ Curl bar
* Dumbbell Video Barbell Video
== MX Select ==
* MX55: 10-55 lbs in 5lb increments 
* MX85: 12.5-85 lbs in 8lb increments 
* Dimensions at 15lb: 9.58” long (24.3 cm) 
* Dimensions at 55lb: 15.94” long (40.5 cm)
* Handle length: 5.21” (13.2 cm) (inside dimensions) by 1.125” (2.9 cm) diameter
* Available MX80 Barbell & EZ Curl bar
* Thread: MX55 Dumbbells
* Introduction Video Selecting weight video
File:Mx55.png|MX55
File:Mx85.jpg|MX85
== Flexbell (LOCKNLOAD) ==
* Each plate can be 2.5, 5, or 10 lbs
* Each dumbbell has a max weight of 30lbs to 105lbs or any increment in between
* Plates can also be used on their adjustable barbell and kettlebell
* Made by Mark Nalley (Flex Fitness) & Boyer Coe (Body Masters)
* Video introduction
== RepFitness QuickDraw ==
File:Quickdraw.png|QuickDraw
== NuoBell (Nuo Athletics) ==
* Previously known as Smart Dumbbells
* Previously known as Flexbell
* NuoBell 550: 5-50lbs NuoBell 580: 5-80lbs
* Increments 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80lbs
* NuoBell 220: 2-20kg NuoBell 232: 2-32kg
* Increments 2, 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32kg
* Dimensions: 50lbs/20kg version L395 x B185 x H175 mm 
* Dimensions: 80lbs/32kg version L485 x B180 x H180 mm 
* Stairmaster licensed our patents and started selling Twistlock dumbbell reaching from 2-22kg
* This third generation now reach up to 32kg with a more compact and tight design
* Flexbell teardown
* Promo Review
* North America
== SNODE Fitness Dumbbell ==
* SNODE AD50 50lb cast iron: 10,18,26,34,42,50 lb increments
* SNODE AD28 28lb cast iron: 8,18,28 lb increments
* Video1 Video2
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== StairMaster TwistLock ==
* 100 lbs set (2 x 50lbs dumbbells) in 5lbs increments
* 14.5” L x 7.9” W x 7.5 H @ 50lbs
* Twist handle while in cradle to adjust weight 
* Thread: Stairmaster Twistlock
* Review: Cracking plates on older models
* Sold under the Core Fitness brand at Dick's Sporting Goods: Youtube review
* Sold under the Body Power Revolution brand in the UK: Youtube review
== CAP/Fuel Dumbbell ==
* 5-50 in 5lbs increments
* SDBA-100G3 / SDBA-FL100G3
File:Capadjustable1.png|CAP
File:Fueladjustable1.png|Fuel
== NordicTrack / Weider Select-A-Weight ==
* Weight increments: 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 22.5, 25, 30, 32.5, 35, 40, 42, 5, 45, 50, 52.5, and 55 lb
* Handle doesn't stick out past end of weights
* Videos: Promo Unboxing Review
File:Nt-weights1.png|NordicTrack Weights
File:Nt-weights2.png|Handle
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== NordicTrack iSelect ==
* Weight increments: 10-50 lb
* Handle doesn't stick out past end of weights
* Voice support (Alexa)
* Videos: Promo Unboxing Review Assembly & Adjustment
File:Iselect1.jpg|iSelect Weights
File:Iselect2.jpg|iSelect Control
== JAXJOX Dumbbell Connect ==
* 8-50 lbs, digital
* "telescopic shaft" that "engages the selected weight by the movement of the motor"
* changing the weight of one dumbbell can change the weight of the other
* AI-powered gyroscope accelerometer tracking to measure reps and sets
* Youtube
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== RocketLok ==
* Adjustable dumbbell system with fast twist-on/off weights (Videos)
* 5 or 15 lbs handles, with additional 5 and 2.5 lbs plates
* 100 lbs set (2 x 50lbs dumbbells w/15 lbs handles) $399
* 4 x 5 lbs addon set $100
* Max weight: unknown ("These (additional) weights ... can also be used to increase our 100 pound set.")
* Threads: 
** Rocketlok quick change dumbbells
** Broken Rocketlok Adjustable Dumbbell
* Videos: Promo1 Promo2 Promo3 Review1 Review2 
== Titan ==
* Adjustable dumbbell with dial control. ($699) (Video)
* Max 65 lbs, increment of 5 lbs. 
* 6" H x 6" W x 15.5" L
* Threads:
** Review/Photos
** Has anyone used the Titan adjustable dumbbell? How was it?
** BodyForce "TITAN" Adjust. Dumbbell??
* Videos: Demonstration Promo Review
== QuickLOAD 2-22 ==
* Discontinued by manufacturer
* The dumbbell is shipped as a 22kg model but can be extended by adding extra weight plates. 
* The extra weight plates comes as 1,1kg and 2,2kg plates.
* The maximum weight for one dumbbell is 30,8kg.
* Dimensions: L 170mm [2,2kg] – 340mm [22kg], W 190mm.
* Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
== Samson Adjustable DB ==
* 90 lbs each (15-90lbs)
* Features two handles (each weighing in at 15lbs) and all the 10lb, 5lb and 2.5lb plates you need to adjust each DB up to 90lbs each
* Each plate slides on using a grove system, then pinned in place w/ solid steel rods
* Youtube: Video
* Thread: Samson adjustable dumbbells
== Hornet Nest ==
* Nested dumbbell system. Turn dial to adjust weight.
* 5 different models available from 20 lbs to 60 lbs
* 5 lbs weight increments
File:HornetNest.png|Hornet Nest Mechanism
File:HN60.png|Hornet Nest 60
File:Smartfit1.png|Smartfit 40
File:Smartfit2.png|Smartfit 40
File:Smartfit3.png|Smartfit 40
= Other =
* Many other types of adjustable dumbbells are on the market, but none are highly regarded.
* Thread: Equipment FAILs
* YouTube: Adjustable Dumbbells Reviewed | WARNING!