I bought a set of these after seeing the ads for them on Facebook. I delayed and delayed thinking they were kinda cheap looking. I was WRONG! These are the best thing I have ever done for my shoulders and allowing me to go from barbell to dumbbell bench! Love the Mad Spotters!
Let me know what you guys think! Been wanting to show these for a while now! It was very weird filming solo but we made it happen LOL sorry for posting today instead of Sunday, since I won’t be home this weekend. We will be posting on Sundays again for the next one! Stay tuned. Make sure to smash that like button and subscribe as well!
The difference between the two is that when you use the original, the j hooks are a bit floppier when in use, since they only have that thin rod running parallel to the handle. Use of the wrap is more or less required on the original. The pro version, however, has that knurled cup running the whole length, so it’s far more stable while in use. The wraps are designed to be used around the dumbbell only, and then the wrapped dumbbell goes inside the cup. Unless your dumbbell handles are super thin, the use of the wrap is totally optional. You can switch weights quicker without the wrap.
I have a pair of these from when they were made by Country Power. Maybe 5 years ago? Anyway IMO it’s a great product that’s very durable. I actually prefer them to dumbbell spotter platforms because of space and how easy it is to put them away when I’m not using them. You can also use these for Farmer Carries unlike with spotter shelves.
I like them. I just wish the cradle part was just a little more open and slightly deeper. Just a tad. Just enough to ensure they stay secured. They've been helpful though.
If you ever like doing floor press or push movements, then it’s great to have! A very niche product so it’s something I don’t use often but I love it MOSTLY for floor press
This is the best I can find: Our hooks are compatible with ~99% of dumbbells in the market. If you want to make sure, measure the handle length and handle diameter of your dumbbells. Handle length should be 4.5" (114 mm) or more, and handle diameter should be 1.25" (32 mm) or less.
Nice review! I think these can be very helpful for those of us using dumbbells without a spotter. I wish they'd come up with a version that's compatible with the PowerBlocks.
Excellent and well informative equipment review Luke was great my friend has one of those and I use them when I work out with him. But all I can say is dude it was really good and I hope to see some new skits on your videos totally miss them dude and your blooper reels too. 💯💯🤜🏻💥🤛🏻
Thanks Alex! For sure a nice accessory to add to your gym arsenal!! And soon enough bro!! Been trying to do a ton of my skits on Instagram but I’ll bring them back to the channel soon!
@@LukesGarageGym definitely need to add them to my home gym soon it’s been just added to my list and hope to see them new skits bro I look forward to them you are one comedic genius 💯👍
@@LukesGarageGym alright awesome man definitely can’t wait and looking forward to seeing your next video bro hope you have an incredible weekend 💯👍🤜🏻💥🤛🏻
HAHAAHH bro that made me laugh. Honestly I was talking to home gym hacks and I mentioned these are mainly great for floor press and a weight that’s not meant for 1 rep max. Maybe for a more higher rep range. Nice on the shoulders and more energy for not having that lift off
Just bought a pair of the Pros. I can't do barbell benches because of shoulder issues, and dumbbell benches don't bother my shoulders, so I use dumbbell benches for heavy sets. Getting the heavy dumbbells up is a real challenge, and I hope that these will make it easier.
@@dominikadamus5053 Frankly I've only attempted to use them once. I unwisely tried them with the heaviest dumbbells I use and they felt so unnatural in my hands, I didn't even attempt a rep. I immediately hooked them back to the bar I had them hanging from. There is a "half pipe" metal portion that sits between your hand and the dumbbell handle that feels very awkward at first. I need more practice with lighter weights before I try again. I got them for my home gym which hasn't been set up yet. I experimented with them at the public gym I attend. I will update again when I have more practice with them.
Titan makes Dumbbell Weight Bar Holders that are compatible with its T-2, T-3. X-3, and Titan racks. Have you had a chance to use the Titan devices? If so, how did they complare to the Mad Spotters?
BTW: The Mad Spotters don’t work well with Ironmasters. The the Mad Spotter handle holders are too small. They kind of work, but I am not confident that the Ironmasters will never fall out of the holders. The spec’s provided by the manufacturer are accurate and Mad Spotters should not be used dumbbells with handle diameters bigger than the spec’s.
I have the 90lbs pro series powerblocks and thinking of selling them to get some adjustable up to 50lbs only to do hitt workouts. I was thinking of getting these loadable handles titan or rogue or something cheaper to use with the mad spotters hooks when doing heavier weight since I have shoulder pain. With these loadable Handel's I can use my olimpyc 25lbs plates right? Is there any downsides or restrictions as using 25lbs olimpyc plates with these handles while bench pressing, shoulder pressing etc..?? Which handle size should be good for me? Don't plan on lifting heavier dumbells over 80 or 90lbs
Excellent video! Good balans between speaking and showing. Also great informative. now only less or no pictures with (way too much) text. viewers can simply read that information via the product link. in this case, less is more. If it is really important information in your opinion, just tell it briefly in the video and refer to the link for more information. Saves you a lot of work during editing and is much more effective and pleasant for the viewer too. but again an excellent video. Very good job Luke! 12 points from the Netherlands.
Good to know with the text! I like the close up videos but too much text can be too hard to keep up with. Can always count on you to help me out! It was so weird for me to film solo lol but we made it! The wife is filming from here on out LOL
@@LukesGarageGymyes they do (at least on the 2.0 pro version). There are a few videos on YT that prove this. Plus mad spotter confirms they do work. Maybe this video needs to be updated.
@@LukesGarageGymquestion, how wide are the mad spotter hooks 🪝? Most of my dumbbells will handle 5" I'm hoping these are 5" across? Let me know TY do you have their website. Just keeping safe too many website scams out there. TY.
Nice review Luke I could see these great for low weight high rep range, which isn’t my preferred method of lifting. I’m a low rep heavy weight kind of guy lol. Still a innovative product
Kinda disagree with this as light weights are easy to manipulate, my issue ( as a heavy dumbbell presser ) is the initial getting into position as I’ve never mastered the leg lift sort of thing. This puts shoulders in a compromised position ( for me) . Just an opinion but nice review 👍
@@robc6794 feel you man! All about saving those shoulders and energy on that initial rep. Appreciate you watching bro! Hope to see you around for my content!!
