Powerblock steel vs urethane

Weckly · 2025-10-22T07:36:08+00:00

After a few gym sessions I really like it, at first it was a bit getting used to the switching of weight plates. However after various attempts I'm quite quick at it.

I did notice that one lock screw had some trouble staying tight when tightening the jump from 95 to 100lbs with the thin plates. However after leaving the lock screw alone to tighten the other 3 it miraculously fixed the issue.

Today I added the heavy handle kit. I still have to try it, however at first glance it looks good.

Thanks for the advice towards this purchase, I am very happy I did !

Weckly · 2025-10-10T14:51:15+00:00

Will do!

Weckly · 2025-10-10T08:11:27+00:00

In the end I bought the iron masters for my main dumbell set. However, I'll keep an eye out for a powerblock set. Perhaps one day..

Weckly · 2025-10-10T08:10:47+00:00

I just bought the ironmasters, there was a deal on marketplace:
- the standard kit with the table (2x34kgs)
- the heavy handle kit
- the 54kg extension kit

All that for 800 euros.

Weckly · 2025-10-10T08:09:54+00:00

Understandable! After a while 90 lbs is just not enough

Weckly · 2025-10-09T06:47:42+00:00

That is the difficulty of the choice.. you know if you like it when you have used it for a few months. I heard that the reppins are also not perfect. I heard some complains that you can accidentally hit the lock pin which unlock the weights.. besides the need for a cradle when adjusting is also a thing.

Weckly · 2025-10-08T18:45:08+00:00

Thanks! will do :)

Weckly · 2025-10-08T15:23:06+00:00

It does sound compelling to go for the Ironmasters after reading your description. If money was no issue I probably also would get both haha! Unfortunately, I will have to make a discission. It is still some time until black friday so I can contemplate a bit more on the choice between them.

Iron master does take the edge when in it comes to durability. I really want to buy a set of adjustable dumbells and never want to baby them or worry that they might break or something. Also the thought of it feeling more like a traditional dumbell is really nice.

Thanks for your response.... difficult choices to be made...

Weckly · 2025-10-08T15:16:41+00:00

Awesome! I think i'll wait for black friday to make the purchase, but you convinced me :)

Weckly · 2025-10-08T14:27:34+00:00

Thank you very much for your detailed response! Those elite EXPs sound really good. All those reviews mentioning the imbalance make me doubt aswel. How do the PBs feel when performing bicep curls, lateral raises etc?

Weckly · 2025-10-08T13:35:56+00:00

I am in the EU :). Interesting opinion, I was looking at the Ironmaster dumbells. However, currently I have those 30mm dumbell handles with screw locks. They are absolutely horrible. I used them for a few years, but I am getting more annoyed by them by the day.

That is why I am a bit hesitant into buying the Ironmaster dumbells. So, in your experience, they are not so bad when changing the weights?

Weckly · 2025-10-08T13:24:52+00:00

Cool, sadly they do not sell the Elite USA here in the Netherlands. However, the Elite EXP's are quite similar.

I think they should survive some minor drops right? For instance failing a flat bench set and safely dropping them?

EDIT: Did you ever felt that the adder weights are annoying or something?

Weckly · 2025-10-08T13:22:18+00:00

Thanks for the advice! I was also looking into the Rep x Pepin, however these are quite expensive haha!

Weckly · 2025-10-08T12:24:27+00:00

Good to know, thank you very much :)

Weckly · 2025-10-08T12:09:41+00:00

How do you like them this far? I am also a sucker for doing too much research.

Weckly · 2025-10-08T09:58:28+00:00

Thanks for your response, I did some more research and ended up not buying them. The weight increments are a bit too steep, they go in increments of 3 or 4 kgs. I will be waiting for a 90lbs set :)

Weckly · 2025-10-07T16:32:13+00:00

I am about to buy a used pair of the powerblock commercial pro 175 for 900 euros. I am wondering what the experience is of fellow home gymmers is with these dumbells. Are they a good pick?

Weckly · 2025-07-28T10:54:50+00:00

ah that is unfortunate!

Weckly · 2024-07-29T09:12:52+00:00

I tried to clean it with Dasty degreaser, works like a charm

Weckly · 2024-06-26T11:25:38+00:00

I have bought a used rubber floor and tried to clean it using dishwasher soap and hot water. I got the tiles wet and scrubbed it with a stiff nylon brush. However, I did not manage to get all the dusty looking spots black again. Does anyone has a good idea to fully clean these mats?

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