Customer Reviews
I must admit I've come around on the Kensui Adjustabell Max. A few months ago I was rather scathing following the 2-month wait for the product and lack of customer service, but since then I've decided the key is to keep the plates as few as possible, 3 per side at most, and be liberal with lubricants (that's what the kids call a straight line). I've ordered 20-lb standard plates and have fingers crossed that the bolts will fit. Extended bolts are a non-starter as it's hard enough to negotiate 3 plates at a time, let alone more. Besides that, I'd NEVER order anything from Kensui again.
very good product
l am happy with this one
I have been using my Max handles and they are awesome! Being a home gym user, I have a healthy mix of both standard and olympic plates. The ability to switch back and forth, and even combine them on the same handle makes for a very versatile system. I also recently traveled and can confirm I was able to safely take these through the airport on my carry on and to the hotel I was staying at. The hotel gym had a few random dumbbells up to about 25lbs, and then just a cheap all in one machine with a dusty barbell leaning against the wall in the corner and some random. I was able to load up to about 75lbs on one handle since that that's all the hotel had, but still stay inside a reasonable hypertrophy range and do some rows, single leg exercies and more. With a bit of imagination, I don't think these handles will ever be the limiting factor to your workouts!
I’ve been using quick change adjustable dumbbells for years, like the 80lb Nuobells, and needed a supplemental set of adjustable dumbells that could go heavier for some movements. I was willing to sacrifice adjustment speed for a heavier set that could go as heavy as I'll ever be able to lift in my life.
Since these aren’t quick adjustable, they are considerably more sturdy. I also love that the grip diameter is thicker. It’s extremely comfortable for pressing movements. The knurling on the grips is also perfect.
I have also decided to buy 10 pound chrome plates from Kensui, and I’m really liking the look. I have enough plates to go up to 110 pounds per dumbbell. If I ever outgrow that weight I can buy more 10 pounders to get up to 140 pounds while maintaining the clean "all 10 pound plates" look. With the somewhat larger diameter of the 10 pound plates, combined with the chrome, they begin to resemble the iconic Golds Gym 330 pound dumbells as you go up in weight. Obviously they’re nowhere near as big as them, but it’s a great vibe to feel when you’re getting ready for your top set.
I was more than happy with this product. And I’m gonna order another set. I really like the spinning while loading the plates. Makes it a lot easier.
Customer Reviews
I must admit I've come around on the Kensui Adjustabell Max. A few months ago I was rather scathing following the 2-month wait for the product and lack of customer service, but since then I've decided the key is to keep the plates as few as possible, 3 per side at most, and be liberal with lubricants (that's what the kids call a straight line). I've ordered 20-lb standard plates and have fingers crossed that the bolts will fit. Extended bolts are a non-starter as it's hard enough to negotiate 3 plates at a time, let alone more. Besides that, I'd NEVER order anything from Kensui again.
very good product
l am happy with this one
I have been using my Max handles and they are awesome! Being a home gym user, I have a healthy mix of both standard and olympic plates. The ability to switch back and forth, and even combine them on the same handle makes for a very versatile system. I also recently traveled and can confirm I was able to safely take these through the airport on my carry on and to the hotel I was staying at. The hotel gym had a few random dumbbells up to about 25lbs, and then just a cheap all in one machine with a dusty barbell leaning against the wall in the corner and some random. I was able to load up to about 75lbs on one handle since that that's all the hotel had, but still stay inside a reasonable hypertrophy range and do some rows, single leg exercies and more. With a bit of imagination, I don't think these handles will ever be the limiting factor to your workouts!
I’ve been using quick change adjustable dumbbells for years, like the 80lb Nuobells, and needed a supplemental set of adjustable dumbells that could go heavier for some movements. I was willing to sacrifice adjustment speed for a heavier set that could go as heavy as I'll ever be able to lift in my life.
Since these aren’t quick adjustable, they are considerably more sturdy. I also love that the grip diameter is thicker. It’s extremely comfortable for pressing movements. The knurling on the grips is also perfect.
I have also decided to buy 10 pound chrome plates from Kensui, and I’m really liking the look. I have enough plates to go up to 110 pounds per dumbbell. If I ever outgrow that weight I can buy more 10 pounders to get up to 140 pounds while maintaining the clean "all 10 pound plates" look. With the somewhat larger diameter of the 10 pound plates, combined with the chrome, they begin to resemble the iconic Golds Gym 330 pound dumbells as you go up in weight. Obviously they’re nowhere near as big as them, but it’s a great vibe to feel when you’re getting ready for your top set.
I was more than happy with this product. And I’m gonna order another set. I really like the spinning while loading the plates. Makes it a lot easier.