Mad Spotter Hooks Review (Dumbbell Spotter Hooks System)
Mad Spotter Hooks Review (Dumbbell Spotter Hooks System)
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The Mad Spotter hooks are a pair of dumbbell spotter hooks you hang from a barbell.
They solve the same problem J-cups solve for barbells.
Their job is to hold dumbbells while you get in the correct position to press.
So they’re like a J-cup for dumbbells.
They’re perfect for bench pressing or shoulder presses without having to kick the dumbbells up while setting up.
This way you can max out your dumbbell presses without wasting energy or sacrificing form.
Specs
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Weight capacity: 170 lbs (each hook)
Compatibility: Dumbbells with handle length of 4.7” or longer
Setting Up the Mad Spotter Hooks
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Setting up the dumbbell spotter hooks is not rocket science.
But you do have to keep in mind the length of the hooks.
The hooks fall about 8.5″ below the barbell so you need to set up your J-cups higher than normal.
I had to move my J-cups from the #8 hole that I use for flat bench press to #13.
1. Hang the dumbbell spotter hooks on your barbell.
2. Place your dumbbells on the hooks.
3. Wrap the neoprene sleeve around the dumbbell handle and horizontal bar attached to the bottom of the hooks.
Why the Mad Spotter Hooks?
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Here are 3 benefits you get from using dumbbell spotter hooks.
1. Start with perfect form
You can retract and depress your shoulder blades and arch your back just like when you set up for a barbell bench press.
2. Save your shoulders
Starting the press with perfect form will decrease the chances of injuries.
Pack your shoulders from the get go for a safer lift.
3. No wasted energy
Now you don’t have to waste energy kicking the dumbbells up.
Set the dumbbells on the Mad Spotter and start your set when you’re ready.
All your energy goes into the exercise, not the set up.
Mad Spotter Hooks Exercises
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1. Dumbbell bench press
2. Dumbbell incline bench press
3. Standing shoulder press
4. Seated shoulder press: Don’t like this one much because the bar is behind you and causes a blind spot when re-reracking the hooks.
Other Dumbbell Spotter Hooks and Systems
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There are other dumbbell spotter hooks and systems in the market but they are much more expensive than the Mad Spotter.
Some companies like VersaSpot are not in business anymore.
1. Spot Grips: dumbbell spotter hooks with retractable straps ($499)
2. Black Widow: custom dumbbell spotter arms for any size upright ($379 plus $39 shipping)
3. Crandall Fitness: rack mounted dumbbell spotter arms ($249)
Mad Spotter Hooks Pros & Cons
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Pros
1. Inexpensive: $59 for the pair (use coupon code SHREDDED for an additional discount)
2. Easy to set up: Move your j-cups higher, throw the hooks over a barbell, and you’re ready
3. Minimalistic: Take up very little space and can be hung anywhere for storage
4. Fits all racks: No need to measure anything on your rack since it hangs from your barbell
Cons
1. Grip: Sleeve makes the grip thicker which takes time to get used to
2. Seated shoulder press: With the bar behind you, it creates a blind spot.
3. Rubber tips: Rubber tips on the bottom hooks fall off easily but doesn’t affect function
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0:00 Mad Spotter Hooks Review
0:21 Benefits of dumbbell spotter hooks
0:50 Mad Spotter close up
1:50 Specs
2:13 Set up
2:55 Exercises with dumbbell spotter hooks
4:30 Pros & Cons
7:05 Mad Spotter discount code
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For shoulder press just put the bar in front of the seat and low enough so the dumbbells start from the bottom of the movement not the top
@ShreddedDad
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip. Gonna have to try that.
@krislecapitaine645
Жыл бұрын
That’s what I thought when I watched…why not put it in front of you:)
Bought em a while back..saved my 71 year old shoulders for sure. Great idea!
@ShreddedDad
Жыл бұрын
Right on!
Man i feel like these are gonna be a life saver for dumbbell front squats.
@ShreddedDad
6 ай бұрын
I’ve never used them that way but that’s a good idea 👍
On seated shoulder press if your bench is moveable you can always turn it around and unrack in front of you instead of behind. That’s how most commercial shoulder press racks are set up.
@ShreddedDad
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip 👊
does anyone know if these will work with bowflex 1090s? I'm asking because the handles are not your traditional style.
@ShreddedDad
Жыл бұрын
They don't fit perfectly due to the rounded handle but they can be used
@joedaddy415
Жыл бұрын
@@ShreddedDad thanks! I'll give it a shot.
As far as the barbell height goes on flat bench or incline you could always use a Smith machine and raise the bar that way... if you don't have a pin rack set up
@ShreddedDad
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah if you have a smith machine that’s a plus
Sounds versatile. Thanks for the tips man!
@ShreddedDad
2 жыл бұрын
Helps with dumbbell presses
I have a pair. The only thing I find is if you set up too far back you have no leverage to unrack. If its too far forward you hit the bar with the hook. Perfect set-up is difficult.
@ShreddedDad
2 ай бұрын
Yeah you gotta play around with positioning
The velcro wraps that came with mine are not long enough to properly wrap around the hooks and secure a dumbbell. I tried pulling on the strap to stretch it a bit, but even then it is still short.
@ShreddedDad
2 жыл бұрын
Make sure you don’t have the hooks upside down. When I first got mine I had the same issue then I turn it right side up and didn’t have a problem. The bigger hooks sit on the barbell
Does it work on cap dumbells
@ShreddedDad
27 күн бұрын
Dumbbell handle length should be 4.5" (114 mm) or more and handle diameter should be 1.4" (36 mm) or less
Will these work with power block adjustable dumbells?
@ShreddedDad
2 жыл бұрын
No they won’t because the PowerBlock is covered from 3 sides. I tested the hooks on several dumbbells including the Powerblock.
@major2276
2 жыл бұрын
@@ShreddedDad Interesting product. Would they work with Nuobell adj dumbells?
@ShreddedDad
2 жыл бұрын
@@major2276 they don’t work with Nuobells. The handle on Nuobells is not long enough to fit the hooks
Onde posso comprar ?
@ShreddedDad
Жыл бұрын
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If I have to drop the dumbbells will it damage the hooks at all?
@ShreddedDad
Жыл бұрын
No they won’t get damaged
@thisguyrools2807
Жыл бұрын
@@ShreddedDad can they handle 120 lbs dumbbells?
@ShreddedDad
Жыл бұрын
@@thisguyrools2807 yes, each hook has been tested at more than 170 lbs
@harpert579
9 ай бұрын
@@ShreddedDadI'm on my third pair of these right now because I keep bending them after dumping heavy dumbbells. How are you dropping your dbs- on end/ standing upright or flat/horizontally?
@ShreddedDad
9 ай бұрын
@harpert579 I don’t have a specific way to drop them but they’re not landing on top of the metal bars
By any chance do u knowi where can I return the mad hook spotters??I been sending emails to company simxe Tuesday and no response yet
@ShreddedDad
2 жыл бұрын
Try contacting them on IG
@futbol1972
2 жыл бұрын
@@ShreddedDad sorry but what's ig?
@futbol1972
2 жыл бұрын
@@ShreddedDad my bad Instagram. Lol
@ShreddedDad
2 жыл бұрын
@@futbol1972 🤣
What do they weigh?
@ShreddedDad
2 жыл бұрын
About 1 lbs each
What's your day job?
@ShreddedDad
2 жыл бұрын
I’m in the medical field. What do you do?
@Alex-yn4zj
2 жыл бұрын
@@ShreddedDad I'm a high school student.
@michaelderenne9838
2 жыл бұрын
@@Alex-yn4zj Doesn't mean you shouldnt work
@Alex-yn4zj
2 жыл бұрын
@@michaelderenne9838 🤨
@michaelderenne9838
2 жыл бұрын
@@Alex-yn4zj get a job kiddo. I was working at my own job at 13
for years i been using nylon rope affixed to the rack
@ShreddedDad
3 ай бұрын
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