POWERBLOCK Elite EXP Adjustable Dumbbells, Sold in Pairs

Product Information

If you want affordable adjustable dumbbells, the Bowflex pair are a great option. Although they don't get very heavy, they are a great option for beginners and those who do not need more than 52.5 lbs per hand. The higher end of the weight range for the Bowflex dumbbells is 90 pounds with the Bowflex Selecttech 1090 model , which is ideal if you are not looking to have massive gains.

Differences Between PowerBlocks (and which is the best?)

In this guide, I’ll provide a detailed comparison and review of these two popular adjustable dumbbell models. Thankfully, after requesting it for years, they’ve brought out a knurled handle option for their Commercial Pro Series. These are my personal favorite, but they are more expensive and may not be what most want. In comparison, the paintwork on the Elites/Sports can chip if they’re abused, can scratch your tiled floor, and can be quite loud when they hit the floor.You’ll notice that some models in the chart below have different “stages” (i.e. Stage 1, Stage 2, Stage 3). What this means is that you can expand the weight capacity of the base dumbbell set (i.e. the Stage 1 set) with a Stage 2 expansion kit and then a Stage 3 expansion kit.

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Use Elite USA dumbbells to make home fitness gains with an ultra-compact design. These U.S.-made portable dumbbells are expandable up to 90 pounds each to grow as your strength does. That’s an excellent choice, Craig! That’s the set I own (though I have all 3 stages). You’ll be able to expand later if/when you need to. And having access to the accessories is a plus, if you plan to use them (I find the Kettlebell handle attachment is the one I use most these days, by far). Reply The thinner handles usually offer more comfort to beginners and those with small hands. But it can be difficult to maximize grip for more experienced lifters.It has an open handle / “wedge” design. This gives your wrist and forearm more range of motion. And it makes it more comfortable if your forearms is up against the side of the handle since you don’t have the plastic edge digging in. There are two swappable pairs of handles (5 lbs & 10 lbs) and no adder weights. Changing the weight is even faster on this set because you don’t have to take the time to insert or remove the adder weights. You change the selector pin setting and/or swap the handles. Thanks for the reply. Is the Elite 90 expandable to 125 with the kit? Or are the “commercial” lines the only ones that can be expanded beyond 90 lbs now. Reply