POWERBLOCK Elite EXP Adjustable Dumbbells, Sold in Pairs

Product Information

It can’t do micro-adjustments of 2.5 lbs since it doesn’t have adder weights. However, it can still do 5 lb increments which are small enough for most exercises most of the time. If you want the most room for your wrist/forearm to move around. The Pro EXP has more space inside the handle than any other home-use model thanks to the combo of an open handle design with a wedge handle shape. If you want adder weights, which allows you to not only achieve weight increments as small as 2.5 lbs, but also to have a lighter starting weight of 5 lbs. Remember, Sport 50 doesn’t have adder weights, which means it starts at 10 lbs and goes up in larger 5 lb increments. Just make sure you don’t drop them too often or drag them along a hard floor (this can scratch your floor).

PowerBlock Elite EXP Series Dumbbells | Rogue Fitness PowerBlock Elite EXP Series Dumbbells | Rogue Fitness

While this is a very light adjustable dumbbell set, it’s a full 8 lbs heavier than the Sport 24, which is the lightest model in the Sport Series. Sport Series One thing that trips up many people about the handles is that they are caged in, which isn’t the most ergonomic thing in the world. On some movements, the bars hit your wrists. This isn’t a dealbreaker for me, but it’s worth noting. Durability

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. Other than the expandability of their models, the other difference between the Elites and Sports lies in their material. Please inspect for any visual signs of damage and have this notated on your delivery receipt prior to signing.

Differences Between PowerBlocks (and which is the best?)

In comparison, the Elites have a lower-quality powder-coating that can damage your floor and emits a metallic clink when dropped. Price: However, it would be foolish to make such an expensive investment without first attaining all the knowledge needed to make the correct choice. 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. Differences in weight settings become more apparent when comparing the non-expandable Pros and Sports.

Side Rails: The colour bands on the rails correspond with the weight chart on the handle to show what will be selected. The extender options are absolutely worth it for those who lift heavier and need more weight; the non-expandable options are a great value for people who don’t need lots of weight. Weight Increments: 2.5 lbs, 5 lbs, 7.5 lbs, 10 lbs, 12.5 lbs, 15 lbs, 17.5 lbs, 20 lbs, 22.5 lbs, 25 lbs, 27.5 lbs, 30 lbs, 32.5 lbs, 35 lbs, 37.5 lbs, 40 lbs, 42.5 lbs, 45 lbs, 4 7.5 lbs and 50 lbs per hand. Additionally, the handle is contoured in all the Elites and Pro, except for the Elite USA which has a straight handle. They are expandable to 90 lbs. Even very advanced lifters rarely need more than that. If they do, it’s only for a small handful of exercises (e.g. one arm row, dumbbell bench press).