Kensui Swissies
The best budget grip handle?
When I first was introduced to the Swissies, I had never heard of the brand Kensui. and to be honest based on the name alone I began to wright them off. However, when a client of mine gifted me a pair my opinions began to change rather quickly.
First off, they have multiple purposes. Hence they are named after a Swiss army knife. Ahhh, its beginning to make sense. Here are how I have used them:
improve ROM on bent over rows
DIY seal row set up using a utility bench
making a standard pull up bar into a neutral grip
attaching to bands to create a more natural hand position
For rowing and other pulling movements, I really like these and find that they add the perfect amount of variety to my training for its price point. This brings me to my second point
These bad boys can be picked up from amazon for under 40 bucks. Although these were gifted to me, if i were to have tried them elsewhere, then i would have purchased a pair my self.
Kensui was a brand that at first scared me. Sounded like your typical amazon import product that does a fraction of what it advertises. However, Kensui stands out, and is actually introducing some impressive innovation in the space with some of their other grips and barbells.
An addition I think is important is that they include a pad where the bar contacts grip, this helps protect your bar and gives you peace of mind when loading up heavy. As heavy as 800 pounds as stated on their website. Unfortunately I cant row 800 pounds so I have not tested that number. They have never felt challenged by weight in my experience so I don’t see it being an issue for anyone.
Overall I am impressed and am happy to own a pair.
SCORE: 4.66/5
Quality: 4.5/5 for 35 dollars it gets the job done
Usability: 5/5
Cost: 4.5/5
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REP Fitness Rubber Hex Dumbbell Set
Setting the new standard in dumbbells
I’ve been using Rep Fitness dumbbells for over 5 years now, and they’ve become a cornerstone of my strength and functional fitness training. These are some of the most well-rounded dumbbells I’ve worked with, and they continue to impress me with their durability and design.
Durability: 5/5
After consistent use across strength training, HIIT, and general conditioning workouts, these dumbbells have held up incredibly well. The rubber heads are still intact with no cracking, and the handles have only shown minimal rusting, even in a garage gym with fluctuating humidity. That kind of longevity is hard to find, especially after 5 years of near-daily use.
Usability: 5/5
These dumbbells really shine in their usability. The moderate knurling strikes the perfect balance—just enough grip for heavy presses or rows, but not so aggressive that it chews up your hands during high-rep workouts. The straight handles are a fantastic touch for those focused on functional fitness or traditional strength movements, offering better control and alignment compared to contoured handles.
They're also generally very comfortable to hold. Whether you're doing renegade rows, goblet squats, or overhead presses, the feel is balanced and ergonomic.
Cost: 4/5
Rep Fitness dumbbells are a bit more of an investment compared to some big-box store options, but the quality more than justifies the price. You're getting commercial-grade durability and smart design features without jumping to ultra-premium prices.
A pair of 50lb dumbbells will run you $225 at the time of this post.
Final Verdict:
If you're building a home gym or upgrading your current setup, Rep Fitness dumbbells are absolutely worth considering. They’ve held up over time, feel great in the hand, and support a wide range of training goals—from pure strength to functional conditioning. Highly recommended.
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Don’t worry about sounding professional. Sound like you. There are over 1.5 billion websites out there, but your story is what’s going to separate this one from the rest. If you read the words back and don’t hear your own voice in your head, that’s a good sign you still have more work to do.
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