steelbiceps Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 The gym where I work has decided to get some grip-specific equipment and asked me to put together a list. I don't know how much they'll approve spending, but I'm looking for ideas for some stuff that will quickly gain appeal to non-grip lifters (most of the gym's current clients). So far I'm thinking: COC grippers from Guide to #3. Rolling Thunder Apollon's Axle or another thickbar. (Any suggestions of other ones? Multiple quotes will help get purchases approved. Is IM's price reasonable?) A few block weights We already have: Wrist roller Iron cross pushup handles Thick pipes for doing pullups from Blob50 (but I'm the only one who uses it) Softball & baseball lifts Possible: V-bar Loadable thick-handle dumbbell pair IM Hub Formulator (probably too expensive for them to go for, though) Loadable lever (don't think it would have huge appeal, though) Quote Real name: Stan Hunter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wes Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 Try brutestrength for thick bars, theirs are something like 95 shipped, and you could probably get them for less than that with multiple orders. Quote There is a natural order. The way things are meant to be. An order that says the good guys always win, that you die when it's your time or when you have it coming, that the ending is always happy-if only for someone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mobsterone Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 Add one of Sybersnotts fave items and something most gym clients might use - a grip machine. Quote Steve Gardener, British 2006/2008/2009/2010 champ, 117.5kg 2HP, Euro 2008 & 2010 champ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niels Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 I think a gripmachine would be great for a gym Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TelegraphKey Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 Yes, I think a grip machine would have broader appeal, and also be less likely to "walk off" and disappear via 5-finger discount, than a range of small, pocket-sized, torsion spring grippers. I've read about other kinds of grip machines, made by Hammer (who makes row machines, delt lateral machines, etc.). I have no idea how these compare to plain old grip machines a la Beef Builder's. But the BB, IM, etc grip machines sure are simple, and probably least expensive (at least the BB is). Quote Jim Starr 2008 no injury Rep 2.5 bend Blue Formulator Ext 10x20/Flex 10x60 strict OH Lever 12 lb Lever wrist curl 10 lb 1H Plate Wrist Curl-metal:(R 5*33/L 3*33)-plastic:(R 1*35) Hex Block >40 Blob50? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slider454 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 Ivanko Super Gripper would be harder to steal and less expensive than multiple torsion spring grippers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelbiceps Posted July 7, 2006 Author Share Posted July 7, 2006 It looks like the biggest suggestion is a grip machine. Do people have preferences between IM's & BB's? Another one I'm missing? Thanks! Quote Real name: Stan Hunter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mlstrass Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 I have a "BB style" grip machine at home, but have used the Hammer Strength and a few similar ones when traveling. I prefer the BB style and I'm sure it's much less $$$. Grippers and other small items would probably have to be kept behind the desk and "checked out", so they don't disappear. Only thing I didn't see on your list was a few pinch blocks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maidenfan Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 For a commercial gym I'd also suggest a "commercial type" grip machine - like hammer strength, etc. I think you'll find (even with a checkout from the counter system), that the smaller items will be gone in no time (lost or stolen). Quote Morgan Guthner Fairfax, VA Goals - be a better arm wrestler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Styles Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 G-rex from Sorinex could be a good machine in a commercial gym environment. Quote You don't get a dog and do the barking yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sybersnott Posted July 8, 2006 Share Posted July 8, 2006 If you can find one (and you probably can), get the Hammer Strength gripper (the HS grip machine). Also, you can't go wrong with a G-Rex and a basic plate loader like the BB grip machine! Quote "I have always been strong. I can only imagine what it is like to be weak" - Arthur Saxon "Success cannot be guaranteed. There are no safe battles" - Sir Winston Churchill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelbiceps Posted July 8, 2006 Author Share Posted July 8, 2006 Thanks for all the replies. I found the HS grip machine on Ebay, but not on Hammer Strength's web site. Discontinued? As far as 2" thick bars, what distinguishes them other than price? Can you get revolving ones as well as fixed ones? Which would be preferable? Obviously, revolving ones are more for cleans, etc, and would be harder to lift heavy with deads. This is not a strongman gym, so we're not training for particular contest lifts -- I'm just looking for a good, general thickbar. Are they usually non-knurled, or is that another distinguishing factor? Quote Real name: Stan Hunter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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