Just want to highlight a few things in seeing some of the comments. I still believe that other band bars have their own unique purposes and functions. Specifically for example the Nexus Bar by Clench (or X3/Harambe) I believe would be the better option for heavy deadlifts as the Collar Hooks (as mentioned in the video) could potentially overtime stress the hook over time. I had to purposely bend mine to do so, but still it's why I'd recommend having the bands angled more towards the elbow. In no way Clench told me to say this (although I am an affiliate with them) here's a link to that review if curious ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-OKG15TGgSYc.html I'd say the same goes for any resistance band barbell, they all have their own unique pros and cons. Ultimately at then end of the day, the consumers are winning as the market now has so many options for ways for people to find ways to make exercise work for their needs.
I get it. I’m looking for the less expensive alternative for now to see how I like it. When I see that it’s working for me, I’ll invest in the Harambe. I really like that set up.
Well these are just perfect for dumbbells, where you are going to be using the lighter loop bands. The serious steel 32" loop band would work best on dumbbells with these, as you will get tension even at the beginning of the range of motion for most exercises. What I like to do is pair a 32" band for early on resistance together with a 41". Great for scaling tension.
It is impressive that you are impartial here, but to be honest for me these really completely take away the clench style value proposition. This gives incredible versatility in a home gym setting and allows you to use different style bars so it is truly modular. Even if you lift heavy I think the easier solution might be to double up on these and get the best of both worlds. Would for sure like to see you test is that is viable if possible. Great stuff!
@@Mrwatson185 if you want to go really heavy using a system that is ultra strong you can do the gorilla strength barbell collars for heavy chains, and instead of chains you attach bands linked with a heavy triangular fishing karabiner from amazon. A total system withstanding thousands of pounds, with total cost of $80 a pair. The only downside is the width of the gorilla strength barbell chain collar, therefore best used with barbells. That's why for dumbbells the collars on this video should be optimal, as you will be using light bands with these on dumbbells.
What a fantastic solution! These will be my next accessory purchase. Although I now have two different long band bars and two different short band bars, I can now turn my EZ curl bar into an EZ band bar. I'm also happy/proud for you for getting into product development/marketing of innovative, practical, and simple solutions.
Thank you, it sounds fancier than an affiliate although probably the same financially. But yes, I got some really cool products and things to share from this company and others in the near future.
If these collar hooks were available for 1 inch barbells I would for sure buy a pair of them. The other possibility that comes to mind with these hooks being in a 1" diameter is being able to slide them onto 3/4" steel pipes for a diy resistance band bar solution. Awesome video Mike keep up the great work you do!
Thanks so much. One thing you can do (which I know is not ideal) is to just get a 2" collar adaptor. Actually Serious Steel is now carrying the Collar Hooks on their website and Amazon and they have them bundled with collars as well.
These are great. A simple yet effective way to add versatility to equipment you may already have. Similar to other comments, I’d be interested in a version that is compatible with 1” bars.
I would definitely get this over the x3 considering the price point. Even if you’d use this once in a while it would be well worth the money. Clever designed product !
Finally!!! I always wondered if this could be done and someone did it! Yes! No more "proprietary bars" and somethhing nearly anyone can use on their olympic equipment. These will be a buy for sure soon. You're a great model for their site Mike. An awesome budget friendly option that performs great!
To think the Nexus Pro Bar comes out, and initially I’m thinking that it would be the next best thing for combining weight and resistance. Then a few weeks later these collar hooks come out and blow my mind yet again. Now I don’t have to buy another barbell, and I can essentially upgrade my own barbell and dumbbell. Thanks for showcasing this product. Absolutely amazing!
Perfection means that simple and small things are done right! This is such a good and overpowering product. Everyone can upgrade both positive and negative part of the movement! Great channel and I really like it, thank you for the content!
Congrats on the shareholder status, Mike. 😊 Best of success in the new venture. I get pretty excited when I find new exercise stuff that's actually affordable.🎉
Great video Mike! Note: a lot of the bars featured in the video are much heavier than the X3 and even Harambe. Personally, I think that is a benefit. But the hard core X3 fanatics want to minimize bar weight in favor of band resistance. They think variable resistance is king. They want it harder near lockout and easier in the beginning of the move. The stretch mediated hypertrophy / lengthened partials science proves them wrong (which is why I went away from bands altogether). When I used bands, I wrapped them around a weighted Mutt Barr. The combo of weight plus a little bit of band is better than bands alone...
@ParkerBinion do you mean that hypertrophy only comes from the stretch applied to the lengthened muscle? Even so, with proper adjustments, bands can provide that kind of stimulus
What a great, simple idea. I can see this easily evolve into a bearing-based premium version, but to start with an easily accessible, transportable version like this is a great idea.
I love weights, I have a curl bar and straight bar,with plates and dumbells, but I also love bands. Bands force you to control in both directions in a different way than static weight. I've tried ways to combine them and hv mixed success, so usually I will do either bells or bands, but rarely together. I like these hooks very much! Simple genius! Your demonstrations showed me a few ideas I had thought about, but will try.
Oh, this does seem very interesting.. I really hope to win this one, because that is definitely very interesting... This seems way better to use on your normal equipment, than the new Clench bar. I really like this!
Just ordered mine today! Gonna save me a lot of money as I was about to purchase the harambe kbar kit, already have a 4ft barbell with clamps. Just need some good bands and a foot plate 😅
Has anyone used 2 hooks per side to see if it better withstands heavy forces? Either way, this is a nice entry-level product. I can't believe I missed the initial drop of this video. I literally started looking for options for starter bars, but couldn't stop thinking about your earlier post showing the inferior build quality and the way they were quick to warp. This product is a fantastic way to see if I should invest in the Harambe system.
I just use the tube style handles and loop in the loop style bands into the o-rings. You probably can't go too heavy depending on the quality of the handle but it is simple and easy. Buy heavy duty handles if you want to go heavy. The cheaper ones are low as $9 a pair or come with the basic tube style bands.
Perfect! I've been wanting to try resistance bands with barbells but the price of some of the systems like X3 have been putting me off. This is a great way to test waters.
This looks pretty fantastic and puts me in an interesting position. I was going to pull the trigger on the Harambe System (upgrading my DIY system) next month but now this has me rethinking and buying some barbells instead…
Mike, I knew a year ago when I encouraged/provoked you to purchase and review the X3 (Hey Mike, I sold my total gym and purchased an X3 comment) that you would take the X3 and resistance band training to the NEXT LEVEL. With this "invention" you have clearly demonstrated that! These collar hooks are PERFECT for people looking to get into resistance bands....The X3 and Harambee are probably not very happy with this invention to say the least, hopefully, that will cause them to lower their prices. Well done, brother!
As I keep saying Brian, you ruined me with the resistance bands! Just kidding for sure. I appreciate the support. I'm really not trying to make X3 or Harambe happy, but as I keep saying in the comments, there's still a very good reason to consider those systems as well when you want to go heavy and or just have a dedicated resistance band bar. I still love my X3 dimensions and feel though.
Thanks for the video. I’m now just getting into resistance band training. I went and bought a steel pipe after watching one of your videos. I’m returning that and try this instead. Thanks.
What a simplistic great idea. Why didn’t I think of it. 💪🏻 Looks very versatile. I’d like to get a pair. Use to traditional free weights training but as I get older I’m in beginning stages of learning resistance band training. Hopefully shipping is not to costly to Anchorage, Alaska. Fairly new to your channel but Enjoying your openness to resistance training & other forms as well.
for most people these collar hooks will be plenty strong enough - a short Olympic bar and these hooks along with some serious steel band would be a great set-up.
I know you are probably getting tired of hearing me say this, but... I swear I actually thought about doing a video where I make something like this. Like, almost identical to this... These are a great idea. Seriously. A simple, affordable way to turn any barbell of any size or style (or budget) into an effective "resistance band barbell" is exactly what is needed in that market.
You don't even have to tell me you thought of this because I know it. You forgot we're step brothers (or there's an Arnold "Twins" quote in there). Seriously though, that's why I need you local so we could make that souped-up sliding bench trainer. I really appreciate that comment though coming from someone like you who actually makes stuff.
I got to pin a comment on this, but the clench bar is still a solid (and better choice) for things such as heavy deadlifts with a bar. Thanks for watching Steve
@hybridresistance I understand that the Nexus is superior for heavy loads, but I am not there yet, and I prefer to start with something a little more budget-friendly until I know for sure I am ready to make the commitment. For example, eventually, I would like to find a used X3 bar since I cannot buy one new without buying a kit of stuff I already own, but while I wait, I use a knockoff Geku. It will take no where near the load, but it is what I have.
Man you just stop me from spending 300 dollars on the clench bar I was looking for something too do my bodybeast workout with bands included and this is it thanks again for your review I'm be a X Beast!!!!!!!
The clench bar definitely has its own perks for sure. Specifically, I would say for heavy deadlifts you’d want that clench bar over these clips. As excessive wide bands, with heavy force can put access stress on the collar hook joints.
Yes, just filmed in the gym for some better background. I don’t have to tell you though cause you see my garage, but great question as I have a video already recorded on deck about this very same question.
Damnit, I hate that I didnt think of this!!! Ha! Simple but [looks] effective, will definitely check them out n see how they wrk for me... Good luck w/ them!👍
