York Handgrips Extra Strong Tension - Reviews
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1.5.2017
Waited a little while before giving this review as I wanted to see if I had the same issue as previous customers have stated with the squeaking. Sure enough, they started squeaking, but a quick spray with wd-40 cured that, and they have been fine ever since (note that the squeaking in no way interferes with the usage, obviously it's annoying to listen to nonetheless).Delivery: purchased via Amazon Prime so next day as per usual, no issues there, well packaged as you'd expect (both the item itself and the amazon delivery outer packaging).I'm a 5' 11" male, with not particularly big hands - as you can see in the 3rd picture, the top of the spring is around 5" from the base of the handle,
13.7.2018
This item arrived promptly and was well packed. It puzzles me why other reviews were concerned at its size, as it is not that big. It was very easy to assemble and use. I would agree that vegetables are best used cold from the fridge and the chunkier the better. There is a small stump of vegetable left at the end of the spiralizing but this is no big deal and can be chopped up by hand. I had no difficulty using the machine and was pleased with the results and I have used all three cutting attachments. It is stable and does not move across the worktop as some of the manual ones. It comes with a recipe book which is handy but with all the interest in low carb diets and calories,
5.9.2012
I received my Extra Strong hand grips earlier today, they are not the kind of product that I need to use for weeks to give an accurate review. I purchased these as I have been doing lots of weights lately which has been great for my biceps, however my forearms are and always have been small and weak so I wanted to get something to make them a bit stronger. The grips are pretty good, I could push them all the way down straight away, and I don't really feel much in my forearms whilst using them, but I feel a lot in my hands, in my fingers especially as they hurt after use, but I guess this is because they are weak, and using the product will strengthen them.I am giving the review 4 stars because although it's not a major deal,
10.2.2018
Just arrived in a box (2 pairs)Fast delivery in fact arrived a day before dateLooks like the very classic old grips with cheap plastic handles (but they don't appears) covered with nice comfortable sponge style strips (it came in black colour rather than white; which is better for me coz of possible sweat and dirt..)This is the extra strong , and it feels good . I train usually this muscle but if feel good saying it in action with this..There is a squeek sound (in just one of the pair), but it is not a problem 4 me and I think the sound is gone after couple of minutes of use . When I go faster the above iron link between the two grips make a ringing sound,
5.2.2013
Like the rest of the reviews of this product, I would agree that ideally you need an already strong grip to handle these without giving up. I'm a bassist and already do weights, so my grip has strengthened to a relatively high level anyway. My advice to those who want to strengthen their grip from scratch would be to buy the lower-level ones first, and then move up to this level when comfortable (no shame in it, just sense).Good product for a great price. Only odd thing about the grips is that they leave a weird and vaguely unpleasant smell on your hands. But then, if you're a really intelligent person - like my fine self - you can use the power of water and soap to wash this away.
2.6.2012
When I bought these they were called 'York Strong Grips'. Whether they're the same, I'm not sure, but I can't see any reference to other types of York grips. [UPDATE: They have changed the listing so that the 'strong' and extra strong' version can be bought within the same page by simply clicking on the desired option near the top of the page].Hand grips are fairly straightforward items, but what makes them good quality is a combination of consistent resistance after prolonged usage and also the firmness and durabliity of the foam comfort grip. Having used these for some time now, they are still as firm as they day they were bought and the foam grips have not slipped and still prvides a compftable grip (despite being in my 1-yr old's mouth a few times).Overall,
1.1.2012
They're great. They simply do the job. A bit of squeaking but that doesn't trouble me at all and I can just solve it with WD40 if I wanted to.The pads are nice and comfortable, I wouldn't recommend this for anyone with small hands though.Also, don't hesitate going for the extra strong ones, they're not for athletes, they're just a bit harder to do. I got these because my hands were really weak and I wanted to bulk them up and the extra strong ones were fine, and I'm slowly getting better at them every day.I only took out one star because my hands are quickly being accustomed to doing 20 of these in one go so they're not really becoming a challenge anymore.Another great,
11.5.2011
This is my 3rd york product off amazon and yet again it has a great build quality. There isn't that much to say about this other than its size, I got the extra strong ones, i'm not sure how big the just 'strong' ones are but these are probably just a little too big for my hands. Though I have got fairly small hands for my size and i'm only 5 foot 9". I can still use them though but they are pretty strong. They will still get easier as I build muscle so they will still do their job. The only people I wouldn't recommended this for is people that have really small hands. But overall it's a great product easy to carry around and do while doing other things like watching TV.
22.6.2007
There's nothing special about this set of handgrips, which pretty much sums up the York range in general. As the other reviewer has said, you get what you pay for: the grip is slightly uncomfortable and they're not the most durable when compared to better (and more expensive) products on the market. But hey, they're under a fiver and they definitely have had an effect. After a week, I felt an appreciable extra strength in my forearms and hands so this represents good value for money.Well worth a purchase, especially if you just want a set as an addition to your existing weight routine.
23.11.2011
For the ppl complaining of squeaking just spray some wd40 on the coil and it will magically vanish (the squeaking not the coil)Anyway about the grippers.Unless you are very frail or weak go straight for the extra strong.I use these as either a warm up before i use the more "professional" grippers i have, or just as something to do while i sit in front of the box, as its easy to do endless reps (something i couldnt do with my 150 and 200lb grippers).At a complete guess, i would say the tension on the coil is about 80-100lb.I suppose they are good for beginners and for warm ups.
19.10.2012
Plenty of good advice in other reviews about whether to go for strong or extra strong but I'll add my 2 cents worth anyway. I bought the extra strong handgrips to strengthen my grip and help improve my rock climbing ability. From being a climber I already had good lower arm strength and would have probably been disappointed had I chosen the strong grips. On the other side my girlfriend who is quite slightly built (but no weakling) can't even do one rep with the extra strong ones. Product quality is good, speedy amazon delivery as usual.
17.9.2016
I bought these back in February because I was hoping that I could improve the strength in my hands and wrists as well as the overall size of my forearms. I find them very easy to use and I was able to quickly get into a routine of using them daily. Within two weeks, I immediately noticed some change in the size of my forearms which I was very happy about. The only issue I have now is that they do squeak everytime I use them, but that's probably because of how much I use them. I would definitely recommend this.
24.4.2012
These handgrips are, as the name suggests, extra strong. For those with poor hand/wrist strength you would be better with the weaker handgrips.These extra strong grips are great for quickly building up wrist and hand strength. I use these in combination with powerballs to help develop strength and power. Would highly recommend these to people who want to supplement their weight training programme.Great for use in the car when you are stuck in traffic jams and want to loose some frustration constructively!!
3.11.2011
as someone else commented these grips are a tough squeeze but you are better off buying these than the weaker ones and getting used to them too quickly - where do you go after you have defeated the weaker grips and no further muscle building benefit can be gained from using them - these super tough ones are a better buy as even with strong hands it is going to take some months for me to easily squeeze off 20 - 30 - 40 repetitions without considerable effort and pain - all in all worth it recommended 10/10
1.5.2013
Delivery wise it took the best part of a month. But.. they seem to be lasting better than the last pair I bought.Only used one and it seems to be lasting a while as generally the cheaper alternatives give way after less than a month. Feel reasonably comfortable and for the price they so far seem to be worth paying the little bit extra for.The last ones I bought were the Bruce Lee ones... (not recommended)Took about a month to get the "Item has dispatched" email but I am glad I stuck it out for them.