Hey Coop, Nikolai Puchlov here. Thanks for reviewing our kettlebells! I would like to add a few notes. We do cost more than the other competition kettlebells, but the compatibility with the magnetic chips adds a ton of value (you need to buy half as many). As you said, they are the most comfortable, and that's because I myself am a kettlebell sport competitor, coach and owned Seattle Kettlebell Club where we did a ton of hands on real life training with kettlebells. Lastly we are the only competition kettlebells made in the USA. This has been the hardest thing I've ever done. Providing a quality product at a reasonable price that's made in the USA is part of our mission, but there's a reason no one else is doing it. If any US manufacturers are watching this and want to collaborate please reach out 🙏

@JoshuaCurey

3 ай бұрын

Any update on your guys adjustable kettlebell?

@ProKettlebellWorkouts

3 ай бұрын

Just waiting on the right investor and the right manufacturer

@SliPsHoTiFc

2 ай бұрын

Really love this response. Acknowledgment of the cons while emphasizing aspects that are only necessary to help people weigh out the pros vs cons. Its a challenging thing to build a home gym. Which weights to buy and why. I personally made my own concrete plates as before i finished my physio degree I was very broke. Despite that, I believe in every tool and equipment feeling good.

@mczuy1

2 ай бұрын

The magnetic chip is a game changer. I am going to replace all my of my comp bells with ProKettlebell eventually because you only need to have one at each weight to train with pairs. Currently training with a 22 (+chip) and a 24 kg for my comp 24’s

@ProKettlebellWorkouts

2 ай бұрын

@@mczuy1 Thank you for the shout out! 🙏

HUGE fan of the bells of steel adjustable kettlebell. I have two and use them near every day. Also, an oversight in this category is Eleiko's competition bell. It is the smoothest and best feel in the hand which really matters over long cycles!

@patricknolan3948

2 ай бұрын

Agreed. IMO the competition adjustable kettlebell is the best value piece of equipment available. I really like my Bells of Steel set.

@isaloof

2 ай бұрын

I sold my rep fitness adjustable to put towards a second BoS Adjustable. The competition style is nicer (my preference), the REP afaik only goes to 24kg, and realistically I don't change the weights more than once a week so it's only a couple minutes to switching plates. The BOS can also be loaded for 0.5 or 1kg which is another plus. There's a couple brands that all look like the BOS one, I assume they're the same supplier.

I'd like to address a few things here, especially regarding competition kettlebells. Contrary to popular belief, they're not just for people who want to do competition kettlebell lifting, but they're pretty decent allrounders. They're a bit more narrow in handle width, which can make double handed swings somewhat more tricky. However, they offer one incredible benefit: consistency! No matter which weight you pick up, it always feels the same size wise so it's very simple to adjust. Also, I'd like to offer a bit more insight on why those Rogue competition kettlebells can feel more comfortable for a novice kettlebell user. The way they show the bell being held in the picture and the way you were holding it at 5:26 is "wrong". See, your hand is perpendicular to handle, but if you're using good form it should be diagonal. It's funny, because with the Apollo kettlebell you're kinda showing proper form (because the bell forces you to). It might be a bit uncomfortable at first, but it adds a ton more stability and within a week you'll get used to how it sits on your forearm and it won't hurt anymore. I've gone with competition kettlebells myself, one "normal" competition and one hollow competition bell (only thing that was in stock during the pandemic). I definitely prefer the hollow bell, but both are good and will last forever. Try to stay away from those super shiny handles, they're usually not that great.

Tip: use paint markers to fill raised or depressed weight markings so they’re easy to read on Kettlebells, dumbbells, plates, etc.

@BluegillGreg

2 ай бұрын

Even better, use paint in the Standard Kettle Bell Color Code: 8pink 12blue 16yellow 20purple 24green 28purple 32red etc.

4:30 Ductile iron is a type of cast iron. What you are trying to say is most cast iron bells are grey iron. Grey iron is less expensive; the carbon in the iron takes the shape of flakes, which is where the alloy will crack easier. Ductile iron has different processing so the carbon forms spheres.

@bobnorcini6187

2 ай бұрын

I was confused about this. Thanks for the explanation.

I love the depth on KBs. Certainly helps with decision making to explain the "why" behind what is "good" and what is not.

I do enjoy these in-depth videos. So many “quick and to the core” reviews out there now, I appreciate a bit more commentary like this.

Really enjoy these long in depth videos. Help with my HG planning

Love as much depth as possible. I think if it's too much people can always just skip around. Great video as usual, Coop!

The detailed reviews are the most helpful. I'd like to see you review the Apollos in-depth and the Kettlebell USA competition Kettlebells. Have you ever considered reviewing steel maces and clubs? They seem to be fast-followers for the Kettlebell crowd, and we are starting to see a lot of options (adjustable: CK Maceworks, Adex; non-adjustable: Onnit, Apollo, Wolf Brigade, White Lion, Great Lakes Girya, etc.). Food for thought. Keep up the great work.

Love this video super helpful! Thanks Coop!

This was fantastic. More reviews like these would be great!

Thanks, Coop💪We enjoy the more detailed reviews. Great work.

Really appreciate these in depth ones

Personally, I really like this style of content: Coop-depth about one category of products. These videos really help out! Suggestion for a video, may y’all make a video covering lifting shoes or functional trainer attachments? That would be really helpful I think. Thanks again GGR team! 🤟🏻

Perrrrfect timing! Lookin to buy some now!

Love the setup in the background!

Excellent video Coop!! I would love to see a full review on the pro kettlebell models (they actually have 2 different versions) I am a big time KB user and I coach a group using mainly the hard style but I personally enjoy doing sport or competition style as well! Thanks for the great reviews I really appreciate your opinions. Just out of curiosity… when will you be doing a video on the new Torque ripper(SkiErg)? 😁

Just what needed! Thanks Coop!

Great vid. Very much preferring details, even when comparing things that are extremely similar.

Nice review! That was great! Just get all different kinds, that’s a good look to!

I had a bad experience with the REP Adjustables. Twice, the adjustability mechanism picked up one more plate than it should have and it fell out during use, once on my floor padding and once on my foot. If it happened during a swing it would have gone trough a wall. Mentally, I couldn't do anything overhead after; looking up at the mechanism freaked me out to much. Also, they were really uncomfortable in cleans/rack position. I've got 3 adjustable competition bells now (2 KB Kings, 1 Titan). These are the REAL value pick here. When you're used to turning a dial to adjust dumbbells, they take a while to change, but they're rock solid stable in the ballistics, cost a fraction of what multiple individual bells would cost, and don't take up too much space.

@daryoes

3 ай бұрын

I don't feel confident either.

@jonathanpeters186

Ай бұрын

Safety is number one for the types of ballistic movements people use kettlebells for. a 2kg plate falling on my head or flying across the room is a never event. If I wasn't 100% confident in the design of the bell, I wouldn't use it even if it was free. it's just not worth the risk.

Excellent detail!

Great review. 💪

Love the details!

Hey Coop! Thank you for the great reviews! I have quite a few Eleiko products, I was curious as your thoughts on Eleiko kettle bells? Thanks for everything.

Great breakdown!!!

Great video, I appreciate the in-depth review. BTW, it's pretty easy to paint them yourself with some tape and spray paint.

Finally someone reviews KB's. I'm a hardstyle (cast iron) guy cuz that's what there was 10+ years ago when i started KB's. I have a good mix at this point. Kettlebell Kings, Rep, Rogue, some no name "sampson" The kettlebell kings are the best, it's not close. Smooth handles with a big window and as Coop mentions a great powdercoat. The Reps are 2nd, their handles are pretty nice, but it changes in size at about 20kg or so (much thinner below that, changes the feel and the way you clean it) but they do have a few odd sizes that many don't (smaller jumps) and significantly cheaper than KK. The no name (sampson? doubt they are even in business anymore) are fine. I"m mostly used to them. I think I paid like $300 picked up for 6k to 28k by 4k, that's how old they are. The Rogue's are the least good. The handles are rough (which tears up your hands) and the windows are too small (esp on bigger bells). However Rogue is about the only place (less Great Lakes Girya and kettlebell kings) that offers some big bells (over 48k) so you're limited on that aspect. (These are the imported version). Rogues are expensive esp with shipping. YMMV but while any iron works, a good handle with a good sized window makes it significantly easier to learn and get better at KB's. Rep's bench to hold KB"s is significantly cheaper than everyone else (like $250 vs over $400 for everyone else).

I appreciate anytime you’re doing a real review of equipment you have experience with. Great one.

The best kettlebells are by far the Pro Kettlebells and the Mark Wildman adjustable bell from BoS.

I for one love this level of in depth as I then feel confident that 1. I need not even look to another source to make my decision and 2. I have all the necessary info that I would require to make a decision specific to Me / My needs 👍

Great review Coop, I enjoyed it! I followed your previous recommendation and bought the Rep adjustable kb’s and love them. Easy to adjust and they feel solid considering they are adjustable. I would like them to have a heavier option and make the adjustable numbers more visible.

Thanks, Coop. I love your passion for KG.

Next video, I know it's probably not a huge deal to many but any ideas on gym mats, like ones u roll out on the drive way so u don't tear up ur body or weights

Looking forward to hear your review of the pepin fast series dumbbell attachment comes out this year

Those bells of steel adjustable ones that look like a full competition bell are sweet too I'm surprised they now here

In depth is always good, for me. I have TRX Kettlebells, they are gravity cast and I like the finish/texture.

Great overview

Have you tried the Dragon Door RKC kettlebells? The geometry with the 2 flat sides, quality e-coat finish, and ergonomic shape of the handles makes it the best of all the kettlebells I’ve tried in all the gyms I’ve been to and all the kettlebells I’ve ordered for my home gym.

I personally like my adjustable bells of steel kb. I bought a pair and cover all my needs. Just a little pre planning on loading the weight

Glad to see you have Pro Kettlebells on the list. I’d love to see you do a full review on these. I would appear Nikolai put out a really great product, as most of the kettlebell specialists I follow have all switched to them. I can’t believe you don’t even mention Kettlebell USA. Their Paradigm Pro’s are the OG hollow core competition style bell. I love my set. Also I have almost a full set of Rogue’s USA powder coated bells, and I would never recommend them. The handles are very inconsistent, especially in the 20kg and under weights. A lot of them are squared off at the seams. They are cast iron as well, instead of ductile iron. Sadly the imported cast iron bells would be my recommendation to get from Rogue. Also side note on ductile iron. They clang a lot louder than cast iron, when banged together. So it may be something to think about if you are planning on working with double bells. I didn’t notice, until Nikolai pointed it out in a podcast.

I have the Vulcan's and have been debating on getting Prokettlebell. I'd love to see a review on the Pro before I pay the premium

Thoughts on Fettle Fitness products? Have you had any experience with them. Especially the plate loaded Thanks

I have the ironmaster dumbbells and someone was selling the kettlebell handle on marketplace for cheap so i figured why not even though im not big into KBs, I'm surprised how much I find myself using it, really good pickup if you already have the IM DBs

I heard you mention PowerBlocks in the intro but never heard them mentioned again unless I completely missed it.

I'd like to see a review on the kensui plate loaded adjustabell

For my home gym, i like the corenght Kettlebells from decathlon. Iron with a rubber bottom

Love this depth

i just got that aqua fringe demon KB 26lb last week on sale 30$ shipped, doesn’t get better than that

Please review the Kensui adjustable kettlebell because it’s such a unique design for adjustable kettlebells

A mention of Kettle Gryp would have been nice. I love using mine as I really don't want to pay for a whole set of kettlebells when I already have dumbbells.

Bro the powerblock Kettlebells are nice too 👀

Full reveiw on the apollos would be great

u guys should do more diy stuff ik its alot of effort but im sure the people want to see more strongman equipment rack rigs etc

@ultimaetsolder

3 ай бұрын

Problem is that Coop doesn't lift. Only reviews.

@speedbumpmedia9584

3 ай бұрын

They don’t make money on DIY. If there’s no affiliate link they don’t care.

kensui has a new one that looks good

Great in-depth review. I'm 100% new to kettlebells so I just bought some Yes4All cast iron bells from OfferUp. They look brand new and got a sweet deal (I think). $1/lb for each kettlebell, is that good? Anyways...super stoked to be training with kettlebells and excited to see what results come out of it!

Hey Coop, found your Channel today and I love it! I´m from Germany and we have a Homegym Companie named Atletica. Would love to see you, review some Stuff of them. Especially the ATLETICA R8-Bradley Cable Pulley Station (Combat Version).

Thanks for the information. I am in the market now, and was getting lost in the sea of options.

If anyone is in the NY/NJ tri state area or in Florida isellfitness has great kettlebells at a good price if you can pick them up. Couldn't tell the difference between these and my American barbell kettlebells.

E-coat rusts less than powder coat if you have them in high humidity

I like the overview videos

GGR left out the Ethos kettlebells sold at Dicks Sporting Goods. I have 8kg, 20kg,24kg, and 40kg kettlebells from them and those things are solid. Idk the weight accuracy but I can tell you I have used many gym KBs and these Ethos ones feel heavier than stated. They are affordable and were more available than others during the pandemic.

Don’t get kettlebell kings. Incredibly fragile - chips and rust easily.

For adjustable kettlebells you've missed couple important ones, such as kettlegryp and kensui ez-bell. Both are great options.

Hey Coop, can you review the wall-mounted smith machine of VIMEXCITER?

Can you review Griffin's new FID bench?

What?!!! No mention of Eleiko kettlebells?

@daryoes

3 ай бұрын

I can't believe either

@charlesgarratt5270

2 ай бұрын

I was wondering the same thing. I’m debating buying some but can’t find many reviews.

opinions on the cerakote finish by KBK?

Really surprised you didn't even mention the Eleiko competition kettlebells. I've never tried them but they look pretty awesome. I see Marcus Filly using them a lot in his videos.

I know you mentioned the Titan cast KB, but I’d also recommend their competition kettlebells. They’re almost always on sale, free shipping, and I took advantage of the sales last year and got several sets of doubles. They’ve held up well, look nice, and I’d definitely recommend comp bells and doubles if you have the means.

@Ouqtinvu222

3 ай бұрын

Never ever buy Titan cast iron KB. The weights are inaccurate and a waste of money. Yes they’re cheap, but they cheap bc they are inaccurate. I bought 2 30lb Titan kbs and they were: 29.2lbs and 28.8lbs. Don’t buy cheap if you care about accuracy.

@jacobsanchez6924

2 ай бұрын

Well, I still stand by my recommendation for the competition bells, not the cast iron, as I can’t speak on those. My comp bells are clean, have a nice horn, and the weights have all been accurate luckily for me.

Can you do regular hex dumbbells next??

You should review the dd02 gmwd leg press as a budget alternative

Has anyone used the Iron Master adjustable kettlebell? If so, what are the pros and cons?

Coop have you seen the 360lbs kettlebell from Great Lakes Girya?

Coop you guys didn’t even mention Griffin Fitness 😢. They have the color imported options you discussed here. They were selling them during COVID, and are easy to pickup via Ontario, CA.

Have you reviewed the tribe wod hammer “kettlebells”

New camera/lens or what? Extra crispy content today!

Onnit primal kettlebells have some of the best coating.

Coop are you going to go to Home Gym Con in April ? I hope you do a film a long video :)

In the UK Mirafit make amazing cast iron and competition kettlebells of the same standard as Rogue and Kettlebell Kings. I've had them for a couple of years and they are very durable and balanced, also cheaper than the aforementioned ones. I don't work for Mirafit by the way. Rep fitness, Mirafit, Rogue, and Kettlebell Kings are of a similar quality. The ones that are better still and are the true kettlebell kings are the Dragon Door ones. They cost a lot though.

Can you review the Nemesis Functional Trainer by Titan?

I'm disappointed that my personal favorite aren't on this list!!! Iron Warrior kettlebells have become my favorite. They're American made in one of the last iron foundries in the US & while gym equipment is not their main business, they're looking to bring back American manufacturing. I have Kettlebell Kings & while they're nice, the finish on the IW's holds chalk better & is in that great place of aggressive without ripping your hands up doing cleans or snatches. Added bonus for garage gym folks on those cold mornings, the IW powder coat is actually a good insulator, so the handles are 2-4˚F warmer than my Kings on the same surface. Nothing kills your motivation like cold iron in the morning. The handles are different enough from the Kings (or Perform Better) that you'll have a short learning curve with them. The mouth is wider making these more conducive to 2-hand swings, and your rack position varies just enough to be different. But once you get past that, you'll likely come to like these bells as much as I do!

Coop I’m guessing that you still haven’t tried Ader Kettlebells, you need to review them they are excellent quality and have a phenomenal coating.

I like my Rep Fitness fixed kettlebells.

Lebe Stark has a ton of videos on KZread of different exercises and talks in depth about technique. He just seems like a really good dude and the lady with the hot pink hair is probably good for his channel as well lol

When will you review the Talon?

6:14 Just be warned that like Coop said, they are similar but not exactly the same. I got a 35 lbs Rep kettlebell just to pair with my Rogue 35 lbs and the handle diameter is different. Rogue is thicker in case you are wondering.

I got miself Amazon Basics Cast Iron Kettlebells in March of 2020 and they are still great. It says solid cast. I have not looked for any other ones since whole range from 15 to 60 pounds still work fine

Rogues shipping is crazy for higher weight. I really wish they would just bake the shipping costs into their retail costs because a 203 pound kettlebell is 285 dollars. Getting it to your house is going to cost close to 300. So 585 dollars for a 203 pound kettlebell vs 456 @ kettlebell kings after tax because they ship for free. Rogue looks substantially cheaper initially but you end up saving almost 130 Dollars by going w kettlebell kings in this particular scenario.

Hey Coop Fringe sports finally has the kickstand for their Mammoth Belt squat you should do a updated review

I'm a fan of your content, but a bit disappointed in this review. How is this video titled "BEST of 2024", but you did not even mention Dragon Door or Strong First cast iron kettlebells? I have a 14 year old Dragon Door KB with e-coat that is still almost like brand new, and is the nicest (cast iron) KB I've used compared to others.

In depth is good

Every competition kettle bell offered by Titan is incorrectly colored. I can't imagine why they would do this with a supposedly "competition" spec kettle bell. Titan changed the colors: 8kg from pink to yellow, 16kg from yellow to pink, 24kg from green to "aqua", and 32 from red to white. Imagine buying bumper plates expecting 10green, 15yellow, 20blue and 25red but they arrived in 10yellow, 15pink, 20aqua and 25white. It's like that! Crazy.

I use Yes4All kettlebells and they work fine for me. I just started using kettlebells so I can’t really tell the difference.

Gravity cast kettlebells ftw if you do complexes and juggling. I do like a cast iron kettlebell for conditioning work though. Thankfully, I have both.

No mention of the Rogue rubber coated kettlebells???

hey coop you need to look at great lake girya KBs. Best in the market.

Not going to slip in an honorable mention for Onnit? My Onnit gorilla is my favorite thing in my gym. Just the mere sight of it is enough to make my day. Maybe not the most functional, depending on the movement, but it's still a blast to use and looks amazing.

9:07 my boy is famous 😂 🤣.