maidenfan Posted June 12, 2004 Share Posted June 12, 2004 I'm trying to get an original blob, but I'm thinking the PDA Blobette might be a better option. Apparently you can load it to 68lbs? Is that with lead shot or is there a heavier media to use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
climber511 Posted June 12, 2004 Share Posted June 12, 2004 I have a Blobette - I really like it. I've loaded it as high as 46# and lifted it. So far, that's the best I've done. (it will load much higher, I just can't lift it). I use lead shot for mine. At 46#, there's still room for a lot more shot. I currently have it loaded to 30# and am using it to toss back and forth between hands. Next week the plan is to take it to 33# and keep the tossing reps the same - I'm trying for a little more endurance - then cycle back to strength and try to get up to 50# and a real Blob lift next time around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maidenfan Posted June 12, 2004 Author Share Posted June 12, 2004 Thanks. I ordered one this morning. Spendy, but I assume one would probably have to spend close to that to get the real thing now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGuy Posted June 13, 2004 Share Posted June 13, 2004 I have the first one to be sold. I have not yet figured out a good way to remove some leadshot if needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
climber511 Posted June 14, 2004 Share Posted June 14, 2004 Old Guy All I have to do with mine is take out the plug and hold it over something to catch the shot - now I can't get it all out because the plug sticks up into the body a little ways but enough comes out that it's not an issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGuy Posted June 14, 2004 Share Posted June 14, 2004 Thanks for the info and giving PDA the idea in the first place! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davekline Posted June 14, 2004 Share Posted June 14, 2004 Thanks for the info and giving PDA the idea in the first place! PDA is our kind sponsor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maidenfan Posted June 14, 2004 Author Share Posted June 14, 2004 I've never tried the blobette or the original. How close in feel are they? Is one tougher or easier than the other at similar weights? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankyBoy Posted August 3, 2004 Share Posted August 3, 2004 Any updates here? I'd really like to buy a blobette, since it seems unpossible for me to get an original BLOB here. OTOH the blobette is loadable AND has the size of the original 50-blob so it's an ideal training tool for lifting the blob. The main question is: Are the surfaces of the blob and the PDA-blobette comparable considering the texture and the grip? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGuy Posted August 3, 2004 Share Posted August 3, 2004 The texture and feel are the same as actual Blobs. I have the loadable and a 50 lb Blob so can compare them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankyBoy Posted August 3, 2004 Share Posted August 3, 2004 Thanx OldGuy! I guess its safe then to order one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGuy Posted August 3, 2004 Share Posted August 3, 2004 Shipping cost is low as the Blobette is light when empty. You will need to find something such as lead or steel shot to add weight to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankyBoy Posted August 3, 2004 Share Posted August 3, 2004 Good to have you here OldGuy! Can you tell me the approximate size of the aperture for filling in the lead shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGuy Posted August 3, 2004 Share Posted August 3, 2004 5/8'' or whatever that is using the metric system Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankyBoy Posted August 3, 2004 Share Posted August 3, 2004 Thanks again. 5/16" ~ 16mm. I just ordered two of them. Can't wait. Will be shipped on thursday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGuy Posted August 3, 2004 Share Posted August 3, 2004 Are you buying two blobettes so that you can make a dumbbell? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nils Posted August 3, 2004 Share Posted August 3, 2004 (edited) On the PDA site it says that the stainless steel version will be by far the cheapest over the lifetime of the product. Anyone that agrees with that? Unless it is used outdoors I am not sure why the painted carbon steel version wouldn't last more or less forever. Anyone that has the stainless steel version or some other comments about the two available materials? Edited August 3, 2004 by nils Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burkhardmacht Posted August 3, 2004 Share Posted August 3, 2004 Are you buying two blobettes so that you can make a dumbbell? What a crazy idea!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankyBoy Posted August 3, 2004 Share Posted August 3, 2004 (edited) Are you buying two blobettes so that you can make a dumbbell? Never thought of this one. Thats worth it: No, the second is for a friend of mine. Wow, that was really a good one. Now I have to change my pants, thanks. Edited August 3, 2004 by FrankyBoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmatt Posted August 18, 2004 Share Posted August 18, 2004 I should have one this Monday!! I'm so happy!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmatt Posted August 20, 2004 Share Posted August 20, 2004 I got last night! I love it! You need to get one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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