Wow! I’ve been searching for in-depth overviews on the Pro series and I’m so happy I found this. Fantastic editing, Shot composition as well as music selection and just overall great information. This was not just informative but awesome to look at and I really appreciate what you’ve done here! Thank you very much! Liked subbed and I fully support this channel now. Cheers
FYI, I had the older urethane version and it ended up cracking over time. It’s welded with plastic not metal which is a bummer. But they needed to do this to add flexibility when setting the weights in the nested rack. I personally opted for the 5-50lb Personal Trainer Set which I absolutely love. I like the 2.5lb increments also. For heavy sets I use Ironmasters. The two sets are not cheap together but I feel you get the best of both worlds. Durability is key! Great videos keep it up!
Good video quality footage. I made my u90 stand out of wood when it wasn’t more expensive than gold. I made it large enough to hold both bells and the set I’m using so you don’t have to always drop them back into the cradle. So basically four bells wide. Much nicer as can be seen in my page.
Bro love the in depth review and small angles on different hand positions. I was originally skeptical on doing skull crushers with there's and squats now I'm sold. You make them look good as well. Appreciate it bro you got a like and sub
This is the best powerblock video I’ve found! I was waiting trying to decide on the new pro exp or a used older set and was a little unsure if I could use them for all the excercises I do. Looks like the pro exp is perfect. Also thanks for pointing out that the new column stand is garbage.
Have you done a review on your bench? It’s a Bell of Steel right? I’m currently looking for a FID bench, but BOS seems to have a large gap and I can’t find any specs in regards to the gap. Thanks!
Great video, Duy. You have a really nice bod and great musculature. I appreciated your evaluation of the dumbbells stand, because I have always wanted to buy one for my PowerBlocks Classic….it has always been so expensive just to be a weights table. And now that you’ve revealed its kind of flimsy, I definitely won’t be buying that one but will get the Northern Lights Medium. Consider myself influenced by you.
Great video! I just got the old U90 from a friend and was wondering if the newer expansion (50-70lbs and beyond I guess) fit on them? They discontinued them and was wondering if you have ever tried or know of anything? thanks
I'm actually looking to finally upgrade my bells of steel setup all I have right now is the power rack w/ a barbell and flat bench so I'm looking to grab a pair of adjustable dumbbells and bells of steel's adjustable bench. The problem is I don't know whether or not I should cheapen out and buy a knockoff pair of Bowflex 1090s for like $350 CAD or a pair of Powerblock U90s w/ the stand for $800 CAD off Facebook Marketplace or even just buy a set of Powerblock Pro EXPs brand new without the stand for around $1000 CAD that includes all 3 stages... I don't know whether or not the removal of those extra bars on the Pro compared to the bars that make you feel "locked in" or "trapped" on the older urethane versions of the Powerblocks is worth paying the extra few hundred dollars for... What do you think?
Awesome video. I have both the U90 and the Pro 90 Expandable. Here's the crux: While the new Pro is more attractive, the difference is in the handles. The new locking mechanism is less precise and seems cheap. The new Pro handle is - for reasons PowerBlock support will not reveal - 6-12 mm smaller than the U90's handle. As a result, this introduces an uncomfortable amount of play. The U90's is more robust and significantly more stiff and snug inside what PowerBlock calls the "nest." Otherwise, the weight stacks are identical urethaned steel. Oh, and go to the Commercial section of their site to get the heavy duty DB stand you REALLY want! 🙂
I appreciate your response to this video. I have the U90 set but only have the 50-70lb expansion. I waited too long to buy the 70-90lb expansion and now the U-series is out of production. Since you have both models I was wondering if could tell me if the pro series 70-90 expansion would fit the U90 model?
@@DavidB-ui8pg look down a couple of comments. There is a discussion regarding this and someone says that they do fit the color would just be different. Well wishes!
Just got my PowerBlock ProSeries this week! Love em!! There are so much better than their Sport Series Version. I included both the 70lbs and the 90lbs expansions.
Great review! I had no idea about the bottom bars that you can grab onto; will for sure be picking these up! I also noticed your orange safety straps in the back. Where did you get those?
Great video! Finally pulled the trigger for the Pro! Would you mind giving me the link/name of that nice rack you got (not the flimsy one). Many thanks!
www.fitnessdepot.ca/E11FDE702905/strength/dumbbells/northern-lights-medium-dumbbell-stand-nldbsmed.html The one I got was in matte black, but I believe this is the same, just different finish.
Awesome review! So glad I didn’t buy the power block stand. Just wondering, does the new EXP weights fit into the old u90 body? I have to u90 right now, but I didn’t purchase the 80/90 weights t the time and now they don’t make them anymore :( thanks!!
Thanks for watching! From what I've heard they do fit. I did not try it myself though since I never had both sets at the same time. The color coding would just be wrong.
I read that YES the Pro EXP do fit into the u90. I want to get the 80/90 pro exp stage 3 as the U90s were discontinued. Im here hoping you were going to show that. Might have to just take my old one into store to try the size fit before I buy.
I liked the construction of the pros more. But depending on the price difference the sports are more then capable. The biggest difference to me is the weight plates are welded together and the pros are bolted together. I was just able to get the pros for a good price, so it made sense. I was always planning to buy 5-100 individual dumbbells, but ever since I've had the powerblocks I've been happy enough with them to not blow more money on the gym haha.
@@dtvolleyball i bought the pro exp last week, it stuck, which are hard to change weight, the needle can't plug in and pull out smoothly. I turn it back to the vendors, i check theother box of pro exp, and they all have the same problem, now i m waiting d for the vendor's reply.
I chose the Powerblocks because at the time I was able to get them cheaper and they were proven to be strong. Nuobells were just released and I didn't want to take a gamble. From what I've heard though, they are very nice and convenient to use
Great video. Creates value for the viewer by leaving out obvious points that everyone makes to increase their video length, while focusing on 2 points - exercises you can do gripping the bottom bars and a better stand. Thank you.
thinking of getting these powerblocks. Just worried about if theres a small chance of any of the weights falling and causing injury. Have you heard any such stories with these powerblocks? what are the chances of it failing and causing a weight to fall?
@MrFuturehistory …. If you’re going to get the powerblocks, stick with either the elite or sport model, skip the pro version. Initially I was going to go with the pros until I read about humidity, temperature could cause the plates to detach from the support bars as seen in this random RUclips video: ruclips.net/video/txEiDqyjVaM/видео.html , there’s a few other like this. The elite and sport model don’t have this issue because the weights are welded onto those support bars.
@@pryme2013 … Here’s another video of the powerblocks: ruclips.net/video/KPaswZyv4rQ/видео.html The first video linked earlier is to show that there’s a possible ‘defect,’ especially if someone is able to twist off the rods holding the weight plates. Not EVERY single urethane powerblock will meet that fate, but it’s something to consider. I chose to avoid ones with urethane and got the all metal Powerblock Sport 90 instead.
I've had my powerblocks for 8 or 9 years. 2 of those years they were in a storage unit that hot super hot, super cold, super dusty, and super humid. My Powerblocks Urathan 90s were cleaned up and back in use. Proven track record, simple, and durable. I'd LOVE to see the nuobells work perfectly after years of abuse and neglect, years of terrible weather conditions.
If you are talking about the stand, The one in this video is not on their website. This is similar though. www.fitnessdepot.ca/E11FDE702905/strength/dumbbells/northern-lights-medium-dumbbell-stand-nldbsmed.html
I have the U90 stage 1 and cannot find the expansion packs anywhere. I've seen some comments elsewhere that the u90 stage 1 works with the pro exp stage 2 and 3...Do you happen to know if this is true?
That's what I've heard as well. Unfortunately I sold my U-90. If I do come across a set I will see if they will let me try the new expansion packs on them.
I have both sets and I can confirm that the expansion sets of the pro exp model shown in this video will work on the u90. The site says they're not compatible but I believe that is only due to the colors on the side rails not corresponding with the weight chart on the different handles. I tested it my self when I got my new set because I was curious and also because my old u90s only went up to 70lbs. I put the u90 in the pro EXP and the other way around and it works perfectly both ways.
@@65impact awesome. Ya I asked powerblock support about it and this was their response. "Officially I cannot say yes to the Pro exp stages fitting the u90, I wont say no though... I can also say that the Pro EXP does have the same dimensions as the u90..."
@@65impact thanks for this information. for the longest time I have been wondering if the u90 handle and pro series handle was compatible with the adjustable weights and now I know thanks to you. I have the u90 and wish I could just replace the handles with just the pro series handle and keep the same u90 weights.
@@aubreycharles9611 You're welcome 😁 Also you can order them separately if you email the customer support directly. Just say you want to order the pro handles. They are about $40 USD per handle though just fyi. The pro handles are much better in my opinion.
Wow! I’ve been searching for in-depth overviews on the Pro series and I’m so happy I found this.
Fantastic editing, Shot composition as well as music selection and just overall great information. This was not just informative but awesome to look at and I really appreciate what you’ve done here!
Thank you very much! Liked subbed and I fully support this channel now.
Cheers
Great informative video! I will be purchasing the same set! I really like the way you showed the different exercises and ways you can grip the blocks.
Best video i've seen yet on the power blocks. Seeing the practical application is what sets you apart from the rest of them
Amazing video Duy. You really helped me to choose the right stand. You are the best!
FYI, I had the older urethane version and it ended up cracking over time. It’s welded with plastic not metal which is a bummer. But they needed to do this to add flexibility when setting the weights in the nested rack. I personally opted for the 5-50lb Personal Trainer Set which I absolutely love. I like the 2.5lb increments also. For heavy sets I use Ironmasters. The two sets are not cheap together but I feel you get the best of both worlds. Durability is key! Great videos keep it up!
Thanks SOOO much mate!
Great video man. Just got these and watching you do the exercises really helped.
Great review of the differences between the old and new version. Helped me decide to go with the new version.
Great review with up close video, in-depth details and function! I'm not sure how this video has
Good video quality footage. I made my u90 stand out of wood when it wasn’t more expensive than gold. I made it large enough to hold both bells and the set I’m using so you don’t have to always drop them back into the cradle. So basically four bells wide. Much nicer as can be seen in my page.
Good job man, your a great source
Good video! And good pointing out the stand as well.
The link seems to be down to that northern light stand
Thank you for this very detailed video. It helped me pull the trigger on these vs the Elite 2020 model. Same with the stand. Thx!
Bro love the in depth review and small angles on different hand positions. I was originally skeptical on doing skull crushers with there's and squats now I'm sold. You make them look good as well. Appreciate it bro you got a like and sub
I bought a set back in 2002. The 125 pounders. Still use them today! Heard they now make 175 pounders now!
Awesome review, thanks!
This is the best powerblock video I’ve found! I was waiting trying to decide on the new pro exp or a used older set and was a little unsure if I could use them for all the excercises I do. Looks like the pro exp is perfect. Also thanks for pointing out that the new column stand is garbage.
Great video, thank you for all the details
Have you done a review on your bench? It’s a Bell of Steel right? I’m currently looking for a FID bench, but BOS seems to have a large gap and I can’t find any specs in regards to the gap. Thanks!
Thank you for the review, i was going to purchase the Powerblock Elite USA and the standard stand and with your review im going with what you have.
Great video, Duy. You have a really nice bod and great musculature. I appreciated your evaluation of the dumbbells stand, because I have always wanted to buy one for my PowerBlocks Classic….it has always been so expensive just to be a weights table. And now that you’ve revealed its kind of flimsy, I definitely won’t be buying that one but will get the Northern Lights Medium. Consider myself influenced by you.
Gorgeous gym
Great video! I just got the old U90 from a friend and was wondering if the newer expansion (50-70lbs and beyond I guess) fit on them? They discontinued them and was wondering if you have ever tried or know of anything? thanks
I'm actually looking to finally upgrade my bells of steel setup all I have right now is the power rack w/ a barbell and flat bench so I'm looking to grab a pair of adjustable dumbbells and bells of steel's adjustable bench. The problem is I don't know whether or not I should cheapen out and buy a knockoff pair of Bowflex 1090s for like $350 CAD or a pair of Powerblock U90s w/ the stand for $800 CAD off Facebook Marketplace or even just buy a set of Powerblock Pro EXPs brand new without the stand for around $1000 CAD that includes all 3 stages... I don't know whether or not the removal of those extra bars on the Pro compared to the bars that make you feel "locked in" or "trapped" on the older urethane versions of the Powerblocks is worth paying the extra few hundred dollars for... What do you think?
Great video dude. I finally found the pro version in Canada... took for ever, not going to get them until October but I think they're worth the wait.
Lucky. They're either out of stock or extremely expensive rn. (also in Canada)
What's the price you got them for in canada.??? They are so pricey in the states.
Awesome video. I have both the U90 and the Pro 90 Expandable. Here's the crux: While the new Pro is more attractive, the difference is in the handles. The new locking mechanism is less precise and seems cheap. The new Pro handle is - for reasons PowerBlock support will not reveal - 6-12 mm smaller than the U90's handle. As a result, this introduces an uncomfortable amount of play. The U90's is more robust and significantly more stiff and snug inside what PowerBlock calls the "nest." Otherwise, the weight stacks are identical urethaned steel. Oh, and go to the Commercial section of their site to get the heavy duty DB stand you REALLY want! 🙂
I appreciate your response to this video. I have the U90 set but only have the 50-70lb expansion. I waited too long to buy the 70-90lb expansion and now the U-series is out of production. Since you have both models I was wondering if could tell me if the pro series 70-90 expansion would fit the U90 model?
@@DavidB-ui8pg look down a couple of comments. There is a discussion regarding this and someone says that they do fit the color would just be different. Well wishes!
Just got my PowerBlock ProSeries this week! Love em!! There are so much better than their Sport Series Version. I included both the 70lbs and the 90lbs expansions.
What makes them so much better than the sports version to you?
@@chevelleflorida Exactly. I would ask the same thing.
my stand looks the same but shorter and black and its very stable and high quality
Great review! I had no idea about the bottom bars that you can grab onto; will for sure be picking these up! I also noticed your orange safety straps in the back. Where did you get those?
Thanks for watching! They came with my rack. It's a Bells of Steel Light Commercial Rack.
I have the sport 50s got them from Dunham’s in 2020 and I can add more weight up to 90 lbs
I’m on rogue site … there is a big price difference pro series 5-90 and the original design 5-90 and it’s like 1500 vs 700 is it worth it?
Great video! Finally pulled the trigger for the Pro! Would you mind giving me the link/name of that nice rack you got (not the flimsy one). Many thanks!
www.fitnessdepot.ca/E11FDE702905/strength/dumbbells/northern-lights-medium-dumbbell-stand-nldbsmed.html
The one I got was in matte black, but I believe this is the same, just different finish.
Awesome review! So glad I didn’t buy the power block stand. Just wondering, does the new EXP weights fit into the old u90 body? I have to u90 right now, but I didn’t purchase the 80/90 weights t the time and now they don’t make them anymore :( thanks!!
Thanks for watching! From what I've heard they do fit. I did not try it myself though since I never had both sets at the same time. The color coding would just be wrong.
I read that YES the Pro EXP do fit into the u90. I want to get the 80/90 pro exp stage 3 as the U90s were discontinued. Im here hoping you were going to show that. Might have to just take my old one into store to try the size fit before I buy.
@@FitnessSheriff I’m thinking about doing the same. Plz let us know if it does fit. Ty.
@@InfAmuZAssaS1n CONFIRMED. I put my old 70lbs into the new 80/90. They are identical just coloured black now.
@@FitnessSheriff awesome. Thanks for the reply. Going to scoop me up them level 2 and 3 expansions now.
Curious why you bought the Pros over the Sports? I'm in Calgary and can get a good deal on the sport exps ... elites don't seem to be availeble.
I liked the construction of the pros more. But depending on the price difference the sports are more then capable. The biggest difference to me is the weight plates are welded together and the pros are bolted together. I was just able to get the pros for a good price, so it made sense.
I was always planning to buy 5-100 individual dumbbells, but ever since I've had the powerblocks I've been happy enough with them to not blow more money on the gym haha.
@@dtvolleyball i bought the pro exp last week, it stuck, which are hard to change weight, the needle can't plug in and pull out smoothly. I turn it back to the vendors, i check theother box of pro exp, and they all have the same problem, now i m waiting d
for the vendor's reply.
And what do u think about the nuobell?
I chose the Powerblocks because at the time I was able to get them cheaper and they were proven to be strong. Nuobells were just released and I didn't want to take a gamble. From what I've heard though, they are very nice and convenient to use
The Titan Stand is way better than the PowerBlock Stand and also reasonably priced. No cutout for the higher weights though.
Great video. Creates value for the viewer by leaving out obvious points that everyone makes to increase their video length, while focusing on 2 points - exercises you can do gripping the bottom bars and a better stand. Thank you.
thinking of getting these powerblocks. Just worried about if theres a small chance of any of the weights falling and causing injury. Have you heard any such stories with these powerblocks? what are the chances of it failing and causing a weight to fall?
@MrFuturehistory …. If you’re going to get the powerblocks, stick with either the elite or sport model, skip the pro version. Initially I was going to go with the pros until I read about humidity, temperature could cause the plates to detach from the support bars as seen in this random RUclips video: ruclips.net/video/txEiDqyjVaM/видео.html , there’s a few other like this. The elite and sport model don’t have this issue because the weights are welded onto those support bars.
Secondly, look up powerblock lawsuit … involves the pro model or any powerblock that uses urethane coating.
Has mine for years use them almost daily never an issue and I use the 90s for many reps. I have many many power block videos on my channel. No issues
@@strawberryyogurt0 that video is showing what exactly?
@@pryme2013 … Here’s another video of the powerblocks: ruclips.net/video/KPaswZyv4rQ/видео.html
The first video linked earlier is to show that there’s a possible ‘defect,’ especially if someone is able to twist off the rods holding the weight plates. Not EVERY single urethane powerblock will meet that fate, but it’s something to consider. I chose to avoid ones with urethane and got the all metal Powerblock Sport 90 instead.
Where did you purchase the NL rack? It won't allow me to "find the nearest store" on the website...
I bought it from a store called Fitness Depot in Alberta
What's the price for the new powerblocks???
They are $1169 Canadian new with both expansion kits to 90 lbs.
@@dtvolleyball Wow, its alot cheaper in Canada. Thanks. !!!!
What's the stand? Link pls
Looks like it changed a bit
www.fitnessdepot.ca/E11FDE702905/strength/dumbbells/northern-lights-medium-dumbbell-stand-nldbsmed.html
I'm torn betweent he power blocks and the nuobell. Does anyone have anything to say that might help me choose?
I've had my powerblocks for 8 or 9 years. 2 of those years they were in a storage unit that hot super hot, super cold, super dusty, and super humid. My Powerblocks Urathan 90s were cleaned up and back in use. Proven track record, simple, and durable. I'd LOVE to see the nuobells work perfectly after years of abuse and neglect, years of terrible weather conditions.
When you mention products in a video, please link it in the description…
If you are talking about the stand, The one in this video is not on their website. This is similar though.
www.fitnessdepot.ca/E11FDE702905/strength/dumbbells/northern-lights-medium-dumbbell-stand-nldbsmed.html
Where are a few good places to locate this set?
I bought mine at Flaman Fitness here in Alberta, Canada.
@@dtvolleyball thank you for the reply.
I have the U90 stage 1 and cannot find the expansion packs anywhere. I've seen some comments elsewhere that the u90 stage 1 works with the pro exp stage 2 and 3...Do you happen to know if this is true?
That's what I've heard as well. Unfortunately I sold my U-90. If I do come across a set I will see if they will let me try the new expansion packs on them.
I have both sets and I can confirm that the expansion sets of the pro exp model shown in this video will work on the u90. The site says they're not compatible but I believe that is only due to the colors on the side rails not corresponding with the weight chart on the different handles. I tested it my self when I got my new set because I was curious and also because my old u90s only went up to 70lbs. I put the u90 in the pro EXP and the other way around and it works perfectly both ways.
@@65impact awesome. Ya I asked powerblock support about it and this was their response.
"Officially I cannot say yes to the Pro exp stages fitting the u90, I wont say no though... I can also say that the Pro EXP does have the same dimensions as the u90..."
@@65impact thanks for this information. for the longest time I have been wondering if the u90 handle and pro series handle was compatible with the adjustable weights and now I know thanks to you. I have the u90 and wish I could just replace the handles with just the pro series handle and keep the same u90 weights.
@@aubreycharles9611 You're welcome 😁 Also you can order them separately if you email the customer support directly. Just say you want to order the pro handles. They are about $40 USD per handle though just fyi.
The pro handles are much better in my opinion.
Wait there's knock off powerblocks??
No, he only said that to keep you viewing
Skip the mind to buy power block stand
Majority of Asians I seen have big calves lol