We choose death 😈 What do you want to see us destroy next?

@schattenk

Ай бұрын

Ironmaster or Pepin FAST Dumbells.

@robhughes2629

Ай бұрын

Would love to see a similar video of the Reppin dumbbells when they drop

@buen0excellente837

Ай бұрын

Me

@chrisbowler6382

Ай бұрын

Go after Rogue for all their cease and desist orders

@avinashtyagi2

Ай бұрын

Rogue! 😉 No, but seriously, Try to destroy the old Pepins, so we can see how strong the Reppins will be

Dude, I'm not in the market for adjustable dumbbells, but I can't tell you how much I appreciate videos like this when your wife lets you make them. Subscribed!!!

@marvellstarks2434

Ай бұрын

When his wife let's him make them? What kind of dumb stuff is that to say.

@GlucksGym

Ай бұрын

Thank you! They aren't cheap but the hope is they save someone else the money we spent.

@user-gr6cp4lj5n

Ай бұрын

Hey iron master

@kenpaeth199

Ай бұрын

@@GlucksGym which adjustable dumbell would you recommend beyond the Nuobells?

@lalalal8111

25 күн бұрын

What a clo..wn these dumbells are not made for dropping...of course it's gonna break if u drop them....u don't a dumbell to break then buy a solid one piece dumbell

Respect for posting this. It’s about time a reviewer did this. Start up a gofundme for you legal costs 😀

As a mechanical engineer, I appreciate this video. Maybe it will inspire Nuobell to make design improvements. I still think the design is clever, but they clearly made design choices to save cost, when they should have went for a more durable material. IMO those detents should be steel, not plastic.

@Cameronbic

Ай бұрын

As long as people are buying the cheap version as fast as Nuobell can make them, what's the incentive?

@valkymia3708

Ай бұрын

​@@Cameronbic Ideally with poor reviews like this, customers will look into what they are buying first and stay away from their product. Consumers are endlessly reckless and negligent with their product buying decisions though so I don't expect these to go away or improve any time soon unless it hits the company's wallet.

@JoeCnNd

Ай бұрын

I'm 40 and studying to become a mech. engineer. Man, trying to figure out the math is fun, but hard.

@WeiderMystic

Ай бұрын

@Cameronbic Eventually their return or RMA policy will affect their bottom line.

@WeiderMystic

Ай бұрын

@@JoeCnNd hang in their bro. make some friends with your classmates and do the grind.

Fantastic overview, man. Love, love, love the production quality of your videos. I wish I had the skill and patience to do the same. Thank you for the shout out! I appreciate it. It was a pleasure going back and forth with you to discuss the Nuobells. I know there are folks out there who love theirs, and that's great. But I agree 100% that it isn't a matter of if but when they'll break. I'm thrilled to see a much better known channel like yours getting the word out before people throw away their hard earned money. One thing I want to emphasize here is that not dropping Nuobells may prolong handle life, but it will not eliminate the issue of the cam followers shearing off. It's the twisting motion of the adjustment mechanism that forces those followers along the aluminum rod, which is why we see those plastic shavings. So those cams will eventually begin to shear even if the dumbbells are never dropped, and as one or more shear off the remaining followers are forced to pick up the slack until they also fail. I suspect it *might* be one reason why these handles pack 4 cam followers per side...an attempt at redundancy. I also found it comical that Nuobell suggests hammering the rod back in using the method in their own video. That would absolutely destroy that side of the handle. Here's why: when the dumbbell is out of the base, rotation is locked. So hammering the rod in, while the dumbbell is positioned vertically, means that we'd be forcing the cam inward and shear all 4 cam followers in the process. Anyone who follows Nuobell's advice will, without a doubt in my mind, need to get a replacement handle afterward. Instead, if they find themselves in this situation, I recommend placing the dumbbell on its base to unlock rotation first. Then have one person twist the grip while a second person taps the rod inward to minimize the potential damage to the cam followers. Let's say one follower caused the jam-up, but three on that side are still good. We wouldn't be able to tell with the handle assembled, but why risk potentially damaging the remaining followers? So, it's worth a try for anyone who finds themselves in this situation with a jammed Nuobell. Get as much life as possible out of the existing handles. Nuobell doesn't deserve to make more money off of you. Rock on Gluck!

@MrGrigs681

Ай бұрын

Do not spend too much time "Glucking" around.....you have handles to ship out! I am part of the last preorder and super eager to try out your PowerBlock handles. Also, while maybe not as polished at Gluck, your videos are very informative as well and help a lot of people.

@marcosini07

Ай бұрын

Subscribed to your channel! Thanks a lot for sharing such valuable insights!

@GlucksGym

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the help Joe! This video wouldn't exist without you.

@iserlonia

Ай бұрын

I still appreciate my decision to buy Snodes because of your Snodes video about a year ago! Thanks for all the good work!

FINALLY SOMEONE HAS THE BALLS TO SAY IT!!!!! The whole homegym comunity is hell bent on these. King shit right here.

Your dedication to these videos is probably only surpassed by your OCD! With so many adjustable dumbbells on the market these days competition is high and obviously skipping these might be in people's best interest.

@GlucksGym

Ай бұрын

OCD is a good way to put it 😂

Telling it like it is, that's why I love this channel; integrity.

I appreciate the honesty on the review and the playlist of options.

This video is classic Gluck!! Love it! Really appreciate the honesty and detail

Awesome video as always. Thanks Gluck!

So glad you made this video! I have been looking at some adjustable dumbbells and Nuobell was a top contender.....until I saw this video. Thank you so much!

This video NEEDED to be done! Thanks for doing the community a solid by showing exactly WHY these are so fragile. Otherwise, we just have people arguing back and forth about it. I figure the Rep x Pépins will eat into a big chunk of Nuobell's sales anyway, but this video will properly inform and deter those who value durability and quality.

I truly appreciate this review! Much rather get a thorough review than just a base recommendation.

Absolutely brilliant video. Very informative and deeply appreciated!

Finally an honest review of these, great video

Thank you for the info, much appreciated

Great work, Gluck. Keep it up sir!

Thank you Gluckman for your hard work!

Thanks for the upload amigo 💯👊🏻👌🏼

Your videos are the best! It’s great to see an unbiased review from someone who is not just trying to sell us junk.

This is your best video yet, well done!

@GlucksGym

Ай бұрын

Thanks! That's what Wynie said too 😀

Super interesting! Thanks for the deep review into this product.

Great video! I bought these last year and one arrived broken, with no signs of damage on the box. Best thing to happen to me since I realized immediately these 800$ dumbells are plastic garbage that WILL break, just like you showed in the video. Returned and they made me pay shipping for their broken product.... shows the bad customer support you'll get when they break. I got regular dumbells with a rack up to 50 pounds for the same price and am much happier. The REP x pepin adjustables seem to be great when they come out tho

(Alternate Title) "Nuobell: A Breakdown Of A Breakdown."

@GlucksGym

Ай бұрын

That's good 😂

Thanks for this review! Great breakdown (literally)!

Excellent. Really like these videos

Great and informative video! An engineer explaining home gym engineering is so helpful. Have some friends that likely wish you made this video 18 months ago!

Good video, very informative!

I've had my Nuobells for almost two years and have had no issues. I do make sure not to drop them and I am cautious when using them in dynamic movements. I get why people overlook them for something more sturdy, like Powerblocks. However, I love the tradeoff of being extremely quick to change weights and it feels like a regular dumbbell. I like them a heck of a lot more than Bowflex lol.

@diggydowdiggydow

Ай бұрын

Same. Have had them for about 2 years, am careful w/ them, and love them.

@bboy531

Ай бұрын

Exactly!

@tonynurre9713

Ай бұрын

Same here!

@biknjak

Ай бұрын

I've had mine several months and love them. I do agree with Gluck that in time, the plastic cam follower will undoubtedly wear down with use and almost certainly fail. But who knows when? Just don't drop them, because then that plastic follower can shear and shut them down. Even knowing that, I am willing to either use my warranty to replace the handles, or even buy new ones if I must - these dumbbells are that great! It's really no different than knowing that you eventually will need to put money into your car's repair. Same thing, to me.😎👍

@Leveleup543

27 күн бұрын

@@biknjakthey have some new dumbbells coming out soon and apparently they are working on a pair that don’t have any durability issues

I agree, I've had mine for over a year. They're great to use, but they're very delicate. You have to be extra careful on how your place them back in the cradle. It's always in the back of my mind when i'm working out. I'm thinking I should have purchased the power blocks instead. Well maybe on my next go-around when I decide to replace these.

Thanks for making this video! I definitely feel validated now for not having bought these dumbbells. Can't wait to see what your thoughts are on the upcoming Rep/Pepin adjustable dumbbells. Cheers!

Passed over the Nuobell’s for over a year before I went with PowerBlocks (which I totally love). When you are tired after a hard set it is only natural to think you may set them down in their cradle a bit hard or they slip from your hand. I can’t even believe these are still being sold with all the other options that are out there. I just pre-ordered the REPxPepin adjustable dumbbell. I will sell my powerblocks once I have them late summer. I decided to give them up just because I am not in love with the cage design for certain exercises and am hoping the Pepin’s are a bit better with a little more open area around the handle. Thanks so much for the great review.

@Spp235.

Ай бұрын

I actually like the cage design. It is about the best out there for planked rows. But agree about the RepxPepin and Truplap ones

Hi Gluck, thanks for making this video. It was really interesting to see the nuobell disassembled. I hope you do more videos like this in the future.

@GlucksGym

28 күн бұрын

Definitely will

I love average Joe innovations! Great colab!

@GlucksGym

Ай бұрын

Very appreciative of Joe for doing the first teardown and helping us with this one. He wanted us to put this out because he hoped a larger channel would help get the info out there.

Much appreciated deep dive on these things. Always seemed like they were just too fragile to be worth the money, and now this is significant evidence to confirm that.

Excellent content, honesty, breakdowns and dad humor. You dont get your deserved praise.

Always happy to Gluck tear up some gear to better help us understand what is best for our home gyms!

Great video, thank you. I'm happy with my new powerblocks.

Thank you for doing this!

Can’t wait till the rep/peppin review comes out! Thanks, for your honest work Gluck.

Tell 'em like it is! Good stuff, as always

Joe is awesome! Im glad you shouted him out

@GlucksGym

Ай бұрын

A lot of the credit for this belongs to him!

Great video. I was in the market for adjustable dumbbells when Nuobells first came out, and thinking they looked fragile, I opted for tried and true Powerblocks instead. I clearly made the right choice.

Great review, you just got a new subscriber!

You’re the only channel on KZread that has the guts to post honest reviews like this. Thank you from all of us.

Great work Gluck fam!

Nuobells, the only home gym product as fragile as my ego.

@brianhopkins5251

Ай бұрын

LOL

@GlucksGym

Ай бұрын

I wish I used that joke in this video 😂

@user-gr6cp4lj5n

Ай бұрын

They're not even that muxh better than the Ali baba knock off ones😅

@InternetChatter

Ай бұрын

They are a nice set piece for instagram personalities, not so good for people who really work out. My biggest regret purchase in 45 years of buying fitness equipment.

First time watching a video from you, such good quality for the amount of subs you have. Keep it up! Btw, loved the detailed engineering explaination. I had my suspects that this satisfying handle mechanism would come with a price later on..

I agree! Get ironman dumbells! Maybe not the fastest to switch compared to others but the quality is incredible!

Great stuff!

Best gym equipment review channel bar none. Stellar content.

@GlucksGym

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😁 glad people appreciate the honesty

@stevesorensen9648

Ай бұрын

​@@GlucksGymI second that notion. Can't believe some big wig reviewers are rating these dumbbells as number one. I got the Powerblock Pro 100 exp about 3 weeks ago. Completely satisfied with the purchase. Carry on Gluckster.

Great video! I really appreciate the level of detail you provided. While I love my Nuobell, I can see why I will eventually have to trade them in for a better designed product.

Fellow engineers far and wide just had a collective sigh of relief. FINALLY an honest and thorough review. Thanks so much man, I really enjoyed this. Subscribed.

This is such and impressive review

Seems crazy to me that these Nuobells can be so fragile. The integrity and honesty of this channel shows when you're willing to demonstrate the reality of something like this and not just sell out to sponsors and I really appreciate this content! Any chance you could take a look at the new FLYBIRD FB3000 bench? AFAIK it just came out a few weeks ago and looks like a pretty good option under $250 brand new for an FID bench (leg holders included) with a supposed 1,200lb capacity, but us common folk want to know what the bench king thinks of it!

thank you. i did alot of research and initially was considering these mainly because the positive reviews and anti-hate of these was strong. then i found reliable neg reviews and decided not to. a delay in funds and some time passed and i was ready to workout at home (my cheap local gym had too many issues with things being broken and out of commission). once again i started researching adjustable dumbbells and rolling them out and once again i was torn between a collection of standard and adjustable nuobells. ultimately i chose standard and the reason is because even the reviewers that loved nuobells weren't ever using them in their actually workout routines (i won't call them out just pay attention) so i got coated hex from wally world and been perfectly satisfied for my needs.

Thanks Gluck. This video is about a year too late to save me from making the mistake of buying these, but it does make me feel better that you are confirming my disappointment in this product and the company. My first handle failed probably within 6 months of use doing dumbbell only workouts with NO dropping. Nuobell did replace it under warranty, but were sure to tell me that it was my fault for dropping them and that they were replacing as a one-time courteously... so basically i am screwed when the 2nd one fails... I strongly believe that these will fail under normal usage from exercises like goblet squats, kettlebell swings, or hip thrusts because of the direction of the force of gravity on the weight plates relative to the handle... and how the weights may be set down from an awkward position that the exercise may have you in. Last point... the price point on a replacement handle is outrageous... just to get another defective handle that will fail. I might be more likely to agree if they sold an upgraded handle that doesn't have the same flaws... Oh well, these will be replaced by the Reppin soon enough.

Well done vid!

@GlucksGym

Ай бұрын

Thank you!

@Gluck, I’m most impressed that you were able to remember all of that. A+! But seriously, great job! I wanted one of these for the longest time then realized weights are (should be) simple and meant to be dropped (meaning durable). Another example of our trajectory-form over function. I remember when a family friend rebuilt the engine of his 1979 chevy impala. He could literally go inside the engine bay. Try doing that with modern cars.

Great video, love the breakdown of why and how they will fail. Never understood plastic in places that WILL have friction and force applied from time to time.

Huge respect for this video

@GlucksGym

Ай бұрын

Thanks!

Can’t wait for the reppin drop test 🏋🏼👌🏻💪🏻

Very cool, thanks for the video. They do look cool but they also look very breakable.

Excellent engineering!👏👏

Every time I watch one of your adjustable dumbbell videos I always am glad I listened to you and bought straight handle fixed dumbbells. Blah blah blah space blah blah money. Whatever. They were worth every penny. I ended up going with giant rather than Rep because their Black Friday deal was better but it was a good experience and I don’t know the difference. Thanks for what you do Gluck!

I've had my nuobells for over a couple years and they still work great

I haven't had any issues, I'm still going to get the rep peppin dumbbell!

The other reviewer kept recommending them and for over a year I kept putting them in my cart. I just never could buy them as something didn’t seem right with them. I’m glad I waited and ended up getting the rep dumbbell and another adjustable for my wife for the same price. Been happy with both and the rep has a lifetime warranty so can’t beat it. It I only goes up to 60lbs but I don’t heavier than that for the training I’m doing and when I get up higher will just get dumbbell sets for the higher weights although rep did just release a higher weight limit dumbbell…

I'm not a fan of any dumbbell, where the handle isn't fixed (so that would be Nuobell, Snode, Core Homegym dumbbells etc. etc.). I did however, have my Nuobells for 3 years and not a single issue what so ever. They worked as new when I sold them. But I do see your points though, for sure. I do prefer Powerblocks with knurled handles, my Pro Exp (90 lbs) is the perfect dumbbells (almost). Only dumbbell I would even think about getting along with my Powerblocks, are the Pepins (Rep version, as it has a thinner handle and better design aspects). P.S Nuobell are showing their new dumbbells off at Fibo right now.

I used average joe for new/upgraded Bowflex dumbbell handles. Highly recommend.

Yeah I originally wanted to go with these but went with MXSelect MX85 dumbbells and couldn't be happier. I truly believe they will last a lifetime, and if they don't, they are rebuildable with a rebuild kit that MXSelect sells themselves.

Good video Gluck I like the concept of those nuobells, but the long-term durability was always the question mark, I already had 2 pairs of ironmasters, but they took too long to change over plus the heavier they got they didn't feel as good in my hands, so I ended up selling the ironmasters and going all in on a fixed hex set in 2.5kg increments upto 45kg and I ain't complaining

This is the video that made me subscribe. Hopefully what I am perceiving as a very honest take is just that (and not part of a scheme to get us to buy OTHER adjustable dumbbells that you WILL make money off of). Thanks for the review and keep up the good work. Those dumbells are garbage.

@Leveleup543

27 күн бұрын

I think you are on to something

My have held up great after over a year of heavy daily use ❤

I purchased the Elite USA (Made in USA) Powerblocks back in Dec 2023 and even then looked at Nuobells and others similar and went with the Powerblocks due to rock solid reliability record of 20+ years. I have zero regrets and planning on buying the Stage II to move them to a 90lb dumbell set.

You saved me $$$$. I plan to go with Ironmaster ADBs...Thank you.

Thank you

Dang shots fired at Coop! I like it, competition makes everybody better.

I've had these for two years so far and they're good as new. Still love them so much and have had zero issues, despite using about 3x/week for all of that time.

@Leveleup543

27 күн бұрын

Same. Had mine for 2 years and have not had any issues. Use them at least 3 times a week. But I never drop my weights

@dereklagarde6157

17 күн бұрын

Same here. Going on 2 years using 5x a week and no issues yet.

@Leveleup543

17 күн бұрын

@@dereklagarde6157 I think the durability issue is overblown and find it interesting that there have been a few videos posted the past couple of months going after Nuobell. All in the setting of the rep peppin announcement. Seems a bit fishy

Hey Gluck. First off, I really appreciate the time, effort and costs that you have put in to create this video. I think its one of your best to date. That being said, I have a number of other adjustable dumbbells including Powerblocks and Bowflex and my Nuobells from a performance and flexibility perspective can't be beat. I have had them for about 2 years and I'm super careful with them but its great to know all of the potential risks. Side note: I recently purchased a stand alone portable (ish) belt squat from a company called Gearforfit in Toronto. It's unique and I haven't seen anything similar and I love it. I would be interested in seeing you doing a review of it. Cheers

@McNultyMoreland

Ай бұрын

But like he showed, a small drop off a bench can render them useless. Not a good trait to have in an adjustable dumbbell that has been toted by many as the best.

@BaldurNorddahl

Ай бұрын

@@McNultyMoreland it is more like a drop can be a $149 expense for a replacement handle. Some of us do not drop the weights and if an accident were to happen, we will not be broke by replacing the handle.

Sold mine, waiting for the reppin peppin😊🎉

Awesome clear review!!! Damm! You Just saved me 1,300 dollars. Thank you

So glad I went with Iron Masters. I love them.

Great breakdown video. Always enjoy how brutally honest you are. I really like the green set. But not getting it #1 because my wife would literally kill me if I spent d anymore $ on my gym. #2 this video. Haha

@GlucksGym

Ай бұрын

Reason #1 is the most important 😂

I know Ironmaster DBs aren’t the fastest, but I’m thankful I have them when watching videos like this.

Snaged my power block exp set off woot for under 500 for the 90lb kits and have been very happy with them. They are slightly more bulky then some competitors but they sre simple and tough.

Glad you said what we're all thinking.

Interesting teardown. I ended up picking Snodes because of videos like this one and combination of more stated durability with the parts availability to repair the dumbbells with should something happen to them. I'm not unhappy with my purchase, though I do find myself wishing I'd been a little more patient and went with Ironmasters and I usually recommend those between the different adjustable dumbbell options.

Appreciate the video, was interesting seeing the teardown and maybe videos like this could lead Nuobell to upgrade their handles in the future. Having said that I still think there are plenty of valid reasons to buy these dumbbells over others in the space. Yes, even over those new REP dumbbells.

I love my power blocks, expensive but they last forever basically. Extremely simple which when it comes to gym gear is a good thing.

@jishani1

Ай бұрын

powerblocks sketch me out because i don't want my hand fully encased. im sure that's more of a me thing than a legitimate concern most people have, but i think i'll wait on some reviews on the rep x pepins

@stevesorensen9648

Ай бұрын

Purchased the Powerblock Pro 100 EXP about 3 weeks ago. Got them with the knurled grip. Very happy with the purchase. They've been around for over 30 years, they're track record is proven. A lot of new adjustable dumbbells are hitting the scene. They have not as of yet stood the test of time as have Powerblocks ( or Iron Masters for that matter, they're just too slow to change, had them before, sold them). I am interested in seeing what people have to say about the Rep x Pepin. Time will tell.

@lumbruhjack8888

Ай бұрын

​@@jishani1 I promise your hand being encased isn't a problem at all. I thought it would be weird too but it feels like any other dumbbell to me. And they are tanks. Only problem can be wearing a watch while using them.

@MushookieMan

Ай бұрын

@@lumbruhjack8888 Wrist breaker though

@lumbruhjack8888

Ай бұрын

@@MushookieMan If you were to let go of them they would just fall. That's definitely a fake concern.

As someone who owns a similar design (the Cores), I found this teardown quite helpful. Knowing where the likely points of failure are informs those of us already invested how we can maximize their life: Don't drop them, and certainly at nowhere close to a full load (duh), be gentle when twisting the handle to select weight, and do so as infrequently as possible. It's a bummer to see just how difficult this design is to repair (though not entirely surprising), but adjustable dumbbells were a gateway into the home gym world for me. I've since bought a barbell, rack, and cable tower. I pretty much only use my dumbbells for curls and lunges/split squats at this point, so it won't be a disaster whenever they eventually give out.

I have had nuobells for a little over a year. So far I have gone through two new cradles and a new handle and I have babied them. No idea how the cradles and handle broke but nuobell was nice enough to send replacements for free since it’s under warranty but I am definitely getting rid of them before my warranty is up and getting the rep pepins.

With the incoming REP adjustable dumbbells, they make no sense at all. Especially here in Canada, they're only $200 more and they have a lifetime warranty.

Hot takes let’s go! Good stuff!

Thanks for going full nerd mode on these. I'm not a fan of easily breakable dumbbells too but I think it's still the best choice for 'most' lifters who are careful with their dumbbells and don't drop them.

I'm impressed how in depth you go on something you aren't a fan of.

End of the day if you can find the space having a complete set of dumbbells is the best option I love my rep rubber coated set and never worry about rust or damage from dropping.

Great video! One question regarding Snode design... I assume that black tube (w/the spur gear) is some type of nylon, and has it's cam followers molded to the inside of that tube, making the aluminum rod move when twisting. Wouldn't that design/part be susceptible to the same wear as the four cam followers in the Nuobell design? Eventually that'll wear too, and that tube would need to be replaced?

I have had mine for 4 years and no issues! :)

@WeiderMystic

Ай бұрын

how many layers of dust are on them? xD

@enrikoalfaro6724

Ай бұрын

@@WeiderMystic LOL i use them 5 times a week xD

@draxxx_exe

Ай бұрын

I love my nuobells, not everybody throws their dumbbells around. If you’re using a proper weight with good form there’s no reason to be throwing your shit on the ground.

@matthollub4977

Ай бұрын

@PaulW-ks2ng How does not eating flesh reduce a person's ability to control weight? I was in 100% agreeance with you until you became negative.

@enrikoalfaro6724

Ай бұрын

⁠@@draxxx_exeagreed. No reason to throw them at all. I’ve never had the need to.