Dumbbells and Dumbbell Sets for Gyms

There are four absolutely essential things to own.  These four things are kettlebells, barbells, bumper plates, and dumbbells.  You will absolutely need them whether training on your own, or if you are outfitting a box.  We price shopped, calculated shipping, and figured out the best places to purchase dumbbells, and which ones were best suited for Crossfit.  That is why you come here first.

Dumbbell Sets

You need a large set of dumbbells?  We have found the best quality rubber hex dumbbells at the best price.  We compared the York rubber hex dumbbells offered at Rogue to Body Solid’s rubber hex dumbbells.  Here is the price breakdown.

We’ve done what we do best.  Found high quality dumbbells at the best price so boxes and gyms can save money.  Both York rubber hex dumbbells and Body Solid rubber hex dumbbells are high quality dumbbells.

You’ll be saving $175 with the 5-50lbs set by choosing Body Solid. (A vs B)

You’ll be saving $325 by choosing both Body Solid dumbbell sets.  (C vs D1+D2)

Since most gyms and boxes need 5-100lb dumbbells, you will be saving $500!

Hex dumbbells are easy to stack and use, and the Body Solid dumbbell sets are a great option for people who need a lot of dumbbells.  The Body Solid dumbbells are made with solid cast iron.  A unique pin mechanism makes it so the heads will never come off, very similar to the York hex dumbbells.

This is our go to option for those of you who want a set of very durable dumbbells, and for boxes out there who need a wide array of dumbbells for different level clients.  Buy either individual ones or the sets to save the most money.

For more information on the 5-50lb dumbbell set Click HERE

For more information on the 55-75lb dumbbell set Click HERE

For more information on the 80-100lb dumbbell set Click HERE

*Note – to receive the lowest price possible, follow these instructions. 1. Click the link above.  2. Then click the link that says “10 new from $xxx.00″  3. Choose the best possible price (usually the first one)  Enjoy saving over 500 dollars for 2 mins worth of work! (not a bad hourly rate)

If you want individual Body Solid hex dumbbells – Click HERE

If all you care about is price, then check out this link -> Individual Dumbbells at the Best Price, Click HERE
- We can’t support these for boxes/gyms because of the warning placed on them because of the chemicals they use.  However, for a single male, these are a good option.

Cap Barbell Dumbbells

We really like this 40 lb Cap Barbell Dumbbell Set. In fact, I liked it enough that it’s the set I bought for myself. There’s no need to spend a fortune on dumbbells since they really only need to function as heavy things you put in your hands.

The only other considerations are whether they’re adjustable and safe to use. These dumbbells are both. They have screw off ends which can allow you to quickly add or subtract cheap weight plates. Even better, the ends ‘screw’ off, rather than slide off, which makes it so they won’t slide off.

This set comes with 40lbs but you can easily buy more plates to make them as heavy as you want.  Definitely our go-to option for those of you with a garage style gym.

To grab a pair for yourself, click HERE

Bowflex Adjustable Dumbbells

We like these because of the massive convenience they provide.  With the turn of the dial you can choose dozens of different weights.  There are two different options for Bowflex dumbbells.  The Bowflex Dumbbells 1090 go from 10 pounds to 90 pounds with 5 pound increments.  The Bowflex Dumbbells 552 go from 5lbs to 52.5lbs, with 2.5lb increments to 25lbs and 5lb increments from there.  So, if you’re a stronger guy, grab the 90lb dumbbells but if you just starting out, go with the 52.5lb dumbbell.  This is a great option for those of you who don’t want a dozen different dumbbells.  However, the question of durability comes into play for intense Crossfit workouts.  Keep that in mind when balancing the question of whether you should grab the individual dumbbells above or these adjustable dumbbells.

Check out the heavier one by Clicking HERE

To look at the lighter one, Click HERE

A Dumbbell Set – Worth it?

There are a few things that I spend money on, and a dumbbell set is worth it.  A dumbbell set, a high quality barbell, high quality bumper plates, and a handful of kettlebells.  After you acquire these items, then you can continue to expand to a GHD, squat rack, and so forth.  The question is, do you need a dumbbell set or a pair of adjustable dumbbells?  We recommend the dumbbell set for those of you who workout with a few people, but for those of you who workout alone, grab the adjustable pair or a few of dumbbells that suit your workouts.

Dumbbell Set Reviews

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