@Luk3d4wG ok thx for the reply I think I'm getting how it works, I'm still a bit confused as to why there can't be 12.5, 22.5, 32.5 and 42.5 though, and is it off balance to use when you only have 1 adder weight in for 7.5lb increments? Thx.
@boboDaKilla Since the handle is 5# and the weight plates are 10#, you can have 15# but not 12.5#. So basically for each 10# plate you can either add 5# (just the handle), 7.5# (handle + 1 adder weight), or 10# (handle + 2 adder weights). It's really inconvenient if you are in any type of hurry. If you use 1 adder weight, it is slightly off balance (front to back, not side to side) but I have found that it is such a small amount I don't really notice.
Thanks a bunch, the last 2 minutes answered my questions after researching them. I wish they had just make the 5.5's upgradeable with the poly urethane, or make the U90 (essentially urethane sport 9.0's) do those 2.5 increments all the way up.
Hey thats! This helps alot. I was just going out to buy the 5.0 because I thought the 9.0 was over $800. I didn't know I could get into the 9's for just over $300 then upgrade later. Plus the wrist room means everything to me, I have 9.5 inch wrists.
I've noticed that the powerblocks all have bars on the sides and it looks like it gets in the way of doing wrist curls but the 9.0's allow more space for your hands. Are you able to do any wrist curls with these powerblocks?
@DarkSageZ I haven't tried doing wrist curls but I can't imagine there being any problem. The pivot point on your wrist will be just outside of the dumbbell so the bars shouldn't really ever get in the way.
@DarkSageZ Even though the powerblock has those bars you can still do wrist curls just fine. Your just going to need to grab the actual bar that's in the way, and curl that way. Which is just the same thing pretty much.
I just bought these dumbbells they are amazing you can get a gym quality workout with just the dumbbells and they go according to your strength they are definately a wise choice for price and for overall satisfaction.
even your review states "the downside of the 5.5's is you cant upgrade them." also, you state the 9.0 upgrades to 120 (5:20). the upgrade for the sport 9.0 goes to 130 lbs.
@buddywashere1 Check the description; I realized I had made that mistake regarding the 9.0 max weight right after I posted the vid. And you were correct about the 5.5s, at the time I did this review I was not aware of the expansion kit. Since it's now discontinued anyways, the 5.5 is basically non-upgradeable again. Check out /watch?v=O4zxNOZ0ckQ for my "review" of the 5.0/5.5 stage 2 kit.
i do not believe the sport 5.5 can be expanded beyond 55 lbs. the sport 5.0 can go higher due to the heavier handle, but still only to 65 lbs. most healthy men should definitely be looking at the sport 9.0. i cant tell you how many of my friends made the mistake of getting the sport 5.0 or 5.5 and regretting it 2 months later as their lifting progressed pretty rapidly.
@buddywashere1 Actually, you're incorrect. There's a not very well known expansion set that DOES work on the 5.0 and 5.5, which is now discontinued. Please see my review for details: /watch?v=O4zxNOZ0ckQ
@Luk3d4wG if that expansion kit is not currently available (they are not on the website) then my statement is correct for any prospective buyers or previous owners who did not get that kit when it was available. if they are currently available throough powerblock, then that would be valuable information.
@buddywashere1 You're right. For all intensive purposes, I'd consider the 5.5 "non-upgradeable" now. The expansion will likely be too hard to find. If you need the upgradability, definitely go with the 9.0 or U90.
@runningsniper68 Yes. As I mention you'll want the 9.0 for any serious lifting/bodybuilding. However, because of the inability to easily change between 5 pound increments, the 5.5 are still going to be better for applications such as p90x, or people without access to a bench (like myself).
@Luk3d4wG yes but do not limit yourself from being one of those serious body builders, at one point I was just like you thinking that I would never need over fifty pounds in a dumbell, but then soon enough I was the crazy guy getting the 130 lb add on for my set lol, keep up the good work and most importantly have fun doing it!
@runningsniper68 You are right, but I'm inherently limited by my available space regardless. So to fully utilize that much weight, I'd need a bench, and I don't have room for a bench. If I do become crazy ripped, then, I will be heading back to my gym =)
buy the sport 5.5 instead of the 9.0! the 5.5 can be upgraded to 80lbs with the sport 5 stage II kit for $79! that means you get 80lb dumbbells for $400. the sport 9.0 that goes up to 90lbs costs at least $600! do the math stop being dumb and paying more for the 9.0 model. powerblock is discontinuing the stage ii kit for the 5.5 because they want to sell the expensive sets! i talked to a powerblock rep today and they said they are discontinuing the 5.5 upgrade kit and will be sold out by march!
@DoubleDFitness The Sport 9.0 will do: 5, 7.5, 10, 15, 17.5, 20, 25, 27.5, 30, 35, 37.5, 40, 45, 47.5, and 50. Any increment less than 10 pounds will involve switching around of the adder weights.
@DoubleDFitness Personally I prefer the 5.5 for my application (mostly p90x). Check out my review for that model under my review site account, ultraconsumer.
@lowgizzle Do you find it difficult to change between small weight increments fast enough to keep up with some of the routines, i.e. chest, arms, and triceps? I sure did.
I want to get teh 9.0 because of their lifetime value but the 5.0 are cheaper and I think if I supass the 50lbs then I will end up in the gym anyways. What do you think, luke?
@Rsd79 I agree. I got the 5.5 because I wanted the 2.5# increments, plus they go up a little higher (55# instead of 50# on the 5.0). I figure if I need 90lb on a dumbbell I'm going to need a lot more than a home workout, or at least a much larger scale home gym. No thanks.
I was just talking about 2.5 alone. I was not thinking in computer nomenclature, and did not think of the asterisk as a numerical place holder. But the web sight does NOT have 12.5 listed as a possible increment, so that particular weight probably is not possible. I don't have them (still researching). Do they feel safe and solid to put over your head? Very good review btw.
@ZOTMAN5 ahhh gotcha. I wondered if that would cause confusion. When I bought the Sport 9.0, I didn't notice the missing listed weights: 12.5, 22.5, 32.5, and 42.5. These alone may not be a huge issue, but the fact that you need to switch around the adder weights every time you want to change 5# increments was just too slow for me. If you don't need the upgradeability, get the 5.5. If you also don't need 2.5# increments, get the 5.0.
I did some TT workouts with my used sport 9.0 and I agree that the adder weights falsify the claim that these are quick change, when in that situation. I thought about getting magnetic 2.5lbs dumbbell weights (platemates) but they go for about 30-50$ for a pair. That is too much money for a 5lbs of weight!
man do i want these. i currently have the bowflex ones and dont like them as much. btw everywhere ive checked has said the same thing, that you can get the x.5 weight simply by dropping one adder weight out of the handle and, given the adder weights proximity to the center of the handle the balance should still be okay. great vid though.
Yes they are much better. I did a comparison between SelectTech and Powerblock Sport 2.4 at Amazon (check the 4 star reviews for the sport 2.4).
As far as *7.5, you CAN do that, but there's still no way to get *2.5 since the handle weighs 5 lbs and each plate weights 10 lbs. That's why I switched to the Sport 5.5 shortly after I did this review. Now I'm good to go.
How do you think these stack up against the classic equivalent? I'm a big fan of the grip and wrist padding on the classic but I feel like the sport might be better because it's the third and latest generation of powerblock... Are the grips foamy and comfortable?
I haven't tried the classic line, but I haven't had any complaints with the grip, which is made of sort of a hard rubber. As for wrist support, it's not padded but I haven't experienced any discomfort. I use gloves when I lift, though. By the way, I switched from the Sport 9.0 to the 5.5 -- much better since I don't plan on going over 55#
You probably got this by now, but the 5.0 are expandable. They go up to 65lbs
cacatu74 5 months ago
@cacatu74 You mean by swapping the core out, right? You're not really expanding them technically, but yes. You also don't get 2.5# increments though.
Luk3d4wG 5 months ago
oh, it was very organized!
xecut10n3r 8 months ago
you've taken a communication class before. i can tell lol
xecut10n3r 10 months ago
@xecut10n3r Thanks I think =) Why do you say that?
Luk3d4wG 10 months ago
quick question: lets say you put the pin on the 30lb mark, does that already include the 2 adder weights or just the 5lb grip?
boboDaKilla 10 months ago
@boboDaKilla Since the handle is 5lb, you need the adder weights in place for any 10# increment.
Luk3d4wG 10 months ago
@Luk3d4wG ok thx for the reply I think I'm getting how it works, I'm still a bit confused as to why there can't be 12.5, 22.5, 32.5 and 42.5 though, and is it off balance to use when you only have 1 adder weight in for 7.5lb increments? Thx.
boboDaKilla 10 months ago
@boboDaKilla ok nvm i think i get it about the 12.5, 22.5 ect.. lol
boboDaKilla 10 months ago
@boboDaKilla Since the handle is 5# and the weight plates are 10#, you can have 15# but not 12.5#. So basically for each 10# plate you can either add 5# (just the handle), 7.5# (handle + 1 adder weight), or 10# (handle + 2 adder weights). It's really inconvenient if you are in any type of hurry. If you use 1 adder weight, it is slightly off balance (front to back, not side to side) but I have found that it is such a small amount I don't really notice.
Luk3d4wG 10 months ago
If you plan on working out and getting bigger the 9.0 is the way to go. i'm gonan get the 9.0 and have them go up to 90.
Madmaximillion57 1 year ago
Thanks a bunch, the last 2 minutes answered my questions after researching them. I wish they had just make the 5.5's upgradeable with the poly urethane, or make the U90 (essentially urethane sport 9.0's) do those 2.5 increments all the way up.
justbourlier 1 year ago
Hey thats! This helps alot. I was just going out to buy the 5.0 because I thought the 9.0 was over $800. I didn't know I could get into the 9's for just over $300 then upgrade later. Plus the wrist room means everything to me, I have 9.5 inch wrists.
Irondiesel 1 year ago
I've noticed that the powerblocks all have bars on the sides and it looks like it gets in the way of doing wrist curls but the 9.0's allow more space for your hands. Are you able to do any wrist curls with these powerblocks?
DarkSageZ 1 year ago
@DarkSageZ I haven't tried doing wrist curls but I can't imagine there being any problem. The pivot point on your wrist will be just outside of the dumbbell so the bars shouldn't really ever get in the way.
Luk3d4wG 1 year ago
@DarkSageZ Even though the powerblock has those bars you can still do wrist curls just fine. Your just going to need to grab the actual bar that's in the way, and curl that way. Which is just the same thing pretty much.
Jreyes2265 1 year ago
I just bought these dumbbells they are amazing you can get a gym quality workout with just the dumbbells and they go according to your strength they are definately a wise choice for price and for overall satisfaction.
mmaboxingfan2 1 year ago
even your review states "the downside of the 5.5's is you cant upgrade them." also, you state the 9.0 upgrades to 120 (5:20). the upgrade for the sport 9.0 goes to 130 lbs.
buddywashere1 1 year ago
@buddywashere1 Check the description; I realized I had made that mistake regarding the 9.0 max weight right after I posted the vid. And you were correct about the 5.5s, at the time I did this review I was not aware of the expansion kit. Since it's now discontinued anyways, the 5.5 is basically non-upgradeable again. Check out /watch?v=O4zxNOZ0ckQ for my "review" of the 5.0/5.5 stage 2 kit.
Luk3d4wG 1 year ago
i do not believe the sport 5.5 can be expanded beyond 55 lbs. the sport 5.0 can go higher due to the heavier handle, but still only to 65 lbs. most healthy men should definitely be looking at the sport 9.0. i cant tell you how many of my friends made the mistake of getting the sport 5.0 or 5.5 and regretting it 2 months later as their lifting progressed pretty rapidly.
buddywashere1 1 year ago
@buddywashere1 Actually, you're incorrect. There's a not very well known expansion set that DOES work on the 5.0 and 5.5, which is now discontinued. Please see my review for details: /watch?v=O4zxNOZ0ckQ
Luk3d4wG 1 year ago
@Luk3d4wG if that expansion kit is not currently available (they are not on the website) then my statement is correct for any prospective buyers or previous owners who did not get that kit when it was available. if they are currently available throough powerblock, then that would be valuable information.
buddywashere1 1 year ago
@buddywashere1 You're right. For all intensive purposes, I'd consider the 5.5 "non-upgradeable" now. The expansion will likely be too hard to find. If you need the upgradability, definitely go with the 9.0 or U90.
Luk3d4wG 1 year ago
Buy the 9.0 so that you can go past 80 pounds the 9.0 goes up to 130 if you plan on seriously working out for a few years you will need it.
runningsniper68 1 year ago
@runningsniper68 Yes. As I mention you'll want the 9.0 for any serious lifting/bodybuilding. However, because of the inability to easily change between 5 pound increments, the 5.5 are still going to be better for applications such as p90x, or people without access to a bench (like myself).
Luk3d4wG 1 year ago
@Luk3d4wG yes but do not limit yourself from being one of those serious body builders, at one point I was just like you thinking that I would never need over fifty pounds in a dumbell, but then soon enough I was the crazy guy getting the 130 lb add on for my set lol, keep up the good work and most importantly have fun doing it!
runningsniper68 1 year ago
@runningsniper68 You are right, but I'm inherently limited by my available space regardless. So to fully utilize that much weight, I'd need a bench, and I don't have room for a bench. If I do become crazy ripped, then, I will be heading back to my gym =)
Luk3d4wG 1 year ago
Thanks very much, your review helped me as I just got mine home. =)
airtexaco 2 years ago
I'm Going to get FLAMED!!!!!!!!!!
justinmiller8503 2 years ago
buy the sport 5.5 instead of the 9.0! the 5.5 can be upgraded to 80lbs with the sport 5 stage II kit for $79! that means you get 80lb dumbbells for $400. the sport 9.0 that goes up to 90lbs costs at least $600! do the math stop being dumb and paying more for the 9.0 model. powerblock is discontinuing the stage ii kit for the 5.5 because they want to sell the expensive sets! i talked to a powerblock rep today and they said they are discontinuing the 5.5 upgrade kit and will be sold out by march!
justinmiller8503 2 years ago
@justinmiller8503 Yup, totally agree. I think I will order the expansion tomorrow, just to be sure my Sport 5.5s are future-proof!
Luk3d4wG 2 years ago
Thanks great review!
so what are the increments that you do get here?
was thinking about getting stage 1 and 2 (up to 90lb)
cheers
DoubleDFitness 2 years ago
@DoubleDFitness The Sport 9.0 will do: 5, 7.5, 10, 15, 17.5, 20, 25, 27.5, 30, 35, 37.5, 40, 45, 47.5, and 50. Any increment less than 10 pounds will involve switching around of the adder weights.
Luk3d4wG 2 years ago
thanks man! once again great review! :)
so yould you recommend them? how's the grip? it's not too wide is it? cheers
DoubleDFitness 2 years ago
@DoubleDFitness Personally I prefer the 5.5 for my application (mostly p90x). Check out my review for that model under my review site account, ultraconsumer.
Luk3d4wG 2 years ago
alright man will do, thanks again
DoubleDFitness 2 years ago
Excellent review!! I just bought the sport 9.0 stage 1 pair today. Your review helped in my choice, so thank you.
lowgizzle 2 years ago
Nice! Let us know how you like them. Are you using them for strength training or a program like P90x?
Luk3d4wG 2 years ago
I love them! I'm using them with P90X.
lowgizzle 2 years ago
@lowgizzle Do you find it difficult to change between small weight increments fast enough to keep up with some of the routines, i.e. chest, arms, and triceps? I sure did.
Luk3d4wG 2 years ago
Yeah you are right they do change quick but I usually just pause it to change weights/catch my breathe because P90x is pretty tough LOL!
lowgizzle 2 years ago
I want to get teh 9.0 because of their lifetime value but the 5.0 are cheaper and I think if I supass the 50lbs then I will end up in the gym anyways. What do you think, luke?
Rsd79 2 years ago
@Rsd79 I agree. I got the 5.5 because I wanted the 2.5# increments, plus they go up a little higher (55# instead of 50# on the 5.0). I figure if I need 90lb on a dumbbell I'm going to need a lot more than a home workout, or at least a much larger scale home gym. No thanks.
Luk3d4wG 2 years ago
I was just talking about 2.5 alone. I was not thinking in computer nomenclature, and did not think of the asterisk as a numerical place holder. But the web sight does NOT have 12.5 listed as a possible increment, so that particular weight probably is not possible. I don't have them (still researching). Do they feel safe and solid to put over your head? Very good review btw.
ZOTMAN5 2 years ago
@ZOTMAN5 ahhh gotcha. I wondered if that would cause confusion. When I bought the Sport 9.0, I didn't notice the missing listed weights: 12.5, 22.5, 32.5, and 42.5. These alone may not be a huge issue, but the fact that you need to switch around the adder weights every time you want to change 5# increments was just too slow for me. If you don't need the upgradeability, get the 5.5. If you also don't need 2.5# increments, get the 5.0.
And yes, they all feel fine above my head.
Luk3d4wG 2 years ago
@Luk3d4wG
I did some TT workouts with my used sport 9.0 and I agree that the adder weights falsify the claim that these are quick change, when in that situation. I thought about getting magnetic 2.5lbs dumbbell weights (platemates) but they go for about 30-50$ for a pair. That is too much money for a 5lbs of weight!
Rsd79 2 years ago
@Rsd79
Exactly, that's why I returned my 9.0 and got the 5.5. I did a review of those as well -- you can find the link in the description for this vid now.
Luk3d4wG 2 years ago
You can do 2.5 pounds by using the adder weight without the handle.
ZOTMAN5 2 years ago
@ZOTMAN5 sure you can use the adder weight just by itself, but how are you proposing you'd do 12.5# (as an example) on the Sport 9.0?
Luk3d4wG 2 years ago
man do i want these. i currently have the bowflex ones and dont like them as much. btw everywhere ive checked has said the same thing, that you can get the x.5 weight simply by dropping one adder weight out of the handle and, given the adder weights proximity to the center of the handle the balance should still be okay. great vid though.
shroyerdave 2 years ago
Yes they are much better. I did a comparison between SelectTech and Powerblock Sport 2.4 at Amazon (check the 4 star reviews for the sport 2.4).
As far as *7.5, you CAN do that, but there's still no way to get *2.5 since the handle weighs 5 lbs and each plate weights 10 lbs. That's why I switched to the Sport 5.5 shortly after I did this review. Now I'm good to go.
Luk3d4wG 2 years ago
thank you good video i buy my pair Sport 9.0 .
100ssgoku 2 years ago
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100ssgoku 2 years ago
100ssgoku: I'm not sure what your question is. I think it's pretty clear that the ones in the video are the Sport 9.0...
Luk3d4wG 2 years ago
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thank you good video i buy my pair Sport 9.0 .
100ssgoku 2 years ago
How do you think these stack up against the classic equivalent? I'm a big fan of the grip and wrist padding on the classic but I feel like the sport might be better because it's the third and latest generation of powerblock... Are the grips foamy and comfortable?
juj1n 2 years ago
I haven't tried the classic line, but I haven't had any complaints with the grip, which is made of sort of a hard rubber. As for wrist support, it's not padded but I haven't experienced any discomfort. I use gloves when I lift, though. By the way, I switched from the Sport 9.0 to the 5.5 -- much better since I don't plan on going over 55#
Luk3d4wG 2 years ago
very informative.. thanks!!
raycline 2 years ago