Yes me too . I'm 60 now. Great equipment. Which I found gives confidence after using, as u know you have used most muscles. I also got the first bullworker in the 70s. Just a tube, with cables, and green handles . God bless
The Bullworker is anything but "bull" and don't let the muscleheads who'd have you believe that if you don't aspire to be the next Arnold and aren't willing to spend a bare minimum of three hours a day in the weight room you aren't serious about fitness and health tell you otherwise. It's a VERY useful tool and well worth the money.
@@AntonBrowne I've said before that if my workouts with the Bullworker produced no greater results than to strengthen my lower back muscles and put an end to the excruciating pain I'd suffer and wouldn't wish on my worst enemy, I would still regard it as being worth every penny I paid for it.
Had mine for about 40 years and, to my shame, it's had hardly any use . Well I need to use it now. I worked in carpentry for thirty five years, until about two years ago . I always maintained that I didn't need to work out in a gym - I saw my work as a work out - and it was . Now (aged 65) I look at myself in the mirror and almost shudder at the sight of that wrinkly flab, where once was a reasonably defined bicep. It's true what they say USE IT OR LOSE IT. The trusty Bullworker is coming out from underneath the bed - time to get re-inflated. Thank you for taking the time to do your video Mr Browne.
Well, we're all going to lose it eventually, it's the name of the game but slowing the inevitable in a way that's 'kind of' enjoyable and actually makes being in your body day to day more enjoyable (a feeling of physical wellbeing) seems a no brainer! I would say take it slowly, sensibly and sustainably. Keep it fun-ish, you're your own boss.
Had a couple of bullworkers an original and the strap one ,I never knew or even thought about how it came apart ,wow thanks for the heads up very much appreciated.Excellent vid.
Thanks for this. Had mine for around 40 years. Starting to use it again as my back is causing problems as I need it to lug around my guitar kit. Really appreciate the vid.
I saw the "Bullworker" commercial on TV in the mid 70's when I was a teenager and knew I had to have one. I bought one and really loved it. I gained noticeable strength using it off and on for a couple of years and eventually lost interest and gave it away. Years later I found a knock-off version at 'K-Mart' and used it off and on as well. They are lightweight and small so you can use them anywhere. I just ordered another and plan to use it especially when I am on the road traveling. The "Bullworker" in a clever invention and it works!
Thank you Anton, for a clear & thoughtful review. I also have a couple of the original units that I use for travel...got my first one for shipboard use during my stay in the Navy, during Viet Nam. Still a low stress, joint sparing mode of exercise.
You are indeed a lifesaver. I had a bullworker X5 in the 80s, when I was stationed in England with the USAF. I left it behind when I PCSed. I got another in 2001, and used it quite a bit. It just works. I went through some life stuff, and it has been sitting in the corner of the gym for what seems like forever. I finally dug it out and had it sitting next to the desk. After hitting the weights, I thought about it this afternoon. Did some searching which brought me here. I had no idea you could take one apart in order to clean it. I followed your instructions, and it is drying out now. Brilliant. It was dirtier than I thought it would be. I still want a steel bow. I have to see how things go, but maybe soon. Hope you're still with it.
I started on one in 1975. Been using one off and on ever since. I use the Bullworker Pro and the shorter Steel Bow. These machines are great. Better than free weights and push-ups and sit-ups It’s only 30% of your strength and that 30% just keeps growing. Here’s a great tip from a life long user that really helps. Substitute seconds for breaths. If you do 7 second compression make it 7 breaths. The key to a really good pump is breathing ! I’m 61 and much stronger than most men half my age. BULLWORKER is paramount !!! Most people quit because it’s so easy they THINK it’s not doing as much as it really is. When I could compress the original all the way and hold it for 7 breaths. I went to the gym to see what I could bench, at 50 years old I could bench 350lbs. Not bad for never going to a gym and only using a Bullworker. Just remember to breath and not shake. Use it everyday. They work. I find doing the routine morning with the regular BW and doing it again at nite with the short Steel Bow gives tremendous results !!!
I can agree. I am from Germany, using the "old" BW (you know, the one with the green grips and one strap all around) for also over 40 years now. I am 61. Biceps 39 cm, chest 119cm, hip 94cm, lung capacity 7 liters, cardio 2x per week. What I found difficult to train with the BW, are legs (quads). All other bodyparts can be worked out intensively. Thank you for your useful video.
Thank you! I originally bought my first Bullworker around 1978. A bodybuilding friend recommended it for my scrawny, little body. A few weeks ago I found it in the back of my closet. After sciatica from COVID and a shoulder injury, I decided to stop pissin' around and seriously joined a gym. The Bullworker is going to be a great augmentation. I am happy that people like yourself are around to re-introduce me to the Bullwaorker. Again, thank you! The Now Serious about Fitness Guy
I'm a musician and I like the fact we use the word 'play' for music. Good on you for attending to your physical aspect. My humble advice is keep it play, as best you can - then it may be sustainable. In my opinion, sustainable exercise is way better than bouts of intensity that become a chore. Good luck!
I have several Bullworkers. A late 60s (green handle), a brown handle, the latest model as well as the copycat Macho Power. I love my latest Bullworker, but the Macho Power is actually harder than the brown handle Bullworker.
It was my first piece of exercise equipment bought for me by my parents on my 13th birthday in the early 90s. I recently returned to it after over 2 decades of non use. I use it in conjunction with lifting dumbbells. It does work. It always has. It is indestructible and as advertised at the time, would last forever. Great piece of fairly inexpensive (at the time) fitness equipment. I am 44 years old. They just do not make stuff this durable these days. Love it!
Yes. and even the plastic holds up well. I have had many later items of various equipment, where the plastic parts just crack and fall apart. If they could do it then?
Bullworker is a great tool, I used it also before the lockdown. It builds muscle and is a good variety. I love oldschool tools, like Chest Expander Bullworker and so on.
Bullworker never gives you 22 inches biceps or mass in other area...but this sure builds up tendons, ligaments and bone density that is below the muscles and also makes muscles tough
I still have the one, with cables, that my Dad bought in the mid sixties. i still have the exercise booklet as well. It's not been used as much as it should have.
I've done the same as you. Dug out my old BW and have started re-using it. At my age we are supposed to have some resistance training for our joints, so that's all I'm looking for. Any muscular toning will be an added bonus. I don't know if I have an older version than you, but I just have the single wire (encased in plastic) on each side. May add a touch of WD40 to make the moving parts a little less stiff. Nice touch with the monocle by the way....
I have been using mine for a year and have gained mass and strength. You can use range of motions in the holds. I love it so much that I gave all my free weights away.
Enjoy watching your videos especially this one on the Bullworker X5 where you take it apart to clean and was wondering if you could put together a video highlighting a more detailed up and close shot of the disassembling of it.
I've been using the Bullworker X5 for 40 years (most of those year years) for about 4 - 10 weeks a year since I was 16. These short periods tighten up everything noticeably, but not majorly. I notice it most on shoulders, side of chest, abdomen and back. Subtle, but noticeable. It's easy to use and its well built. It wont break. I'm the same weight as when I was 19, so that's my main goal.
I love the Bullworker. I own the latest, a 70s model, early model, and a copy - the Macho Power. Apart from the latest model, the Macho Power is actually harder to use than the 70s era Bullworker.
Wow, a blast from the past. Funnily enough the current situation has got me writing again! If you send your address to - themagicofthemicrophone@gmail.com - I'll put a copy in the post to you.
I have had my Bullworker since 1975. I have used it on and off over the years and found that if unable to lift weights, it maintains what you have. I am 65 years old and am presently unable to lift due to injury. The Bullworker is doing its' job and maintaining my muscle. Remember that the exercise is to hold for 7 seconds, not to do reps.
I got the same thing in 2 months dropped fat and my shape has changed I like it no more weights for me I like how lean I have got it's a better look for me
@@steveswitzer4353 u ever seen machismo I think it was a fake one I was talking to cause he kept lying saying using these bulks the muscles like weights anybody who uses these and seen people use these know they cant do that it was weird him trolling like that and then he said the pages was a lie that say they made for toning he said it was outdated
I think you're exactly right, and also you will get moderately stronger and stand better. I think using it correctly, as detailed in the instructions, is key.
Anyone who doubts this machine---let me put that to REST! I've had one of them for YEARS! And although I haven't always used it, I can tell you, if you USE it regularly...you WILL see results...PERIOD!
Are you talking about chest compression, specifically? I've been using the new Bow Classic - taking my time to learn it well. What should I be aware of? Thanks so much.
@@Besokool yea the compressions is hard on the inside elbows with this model it's better to do em with the baby sized one it still can cause elbow pain but sense its smaller all the person gotta do is change the angle and it takes the pressure off
@@AntonBrowne the cable or the rubber casing? If it is where the cable is joined to the other end of the cable, l would say it's a fault of the joint and not the cable itself.
Its a troll who trolls lying to people saying these can build big muscles by using these only when these never have did that they only build lean muscle
Everyone dosent have to be Arnold orbodybuilder...if any body builder gets hurt while lifting up tv to upstairs ..then no use of big muscles.big muscles outside gym is useless
That's what I like about the Bullworker. It's not about becoming 'Arnold' in my opinion - I don't think it's up to the task - it's great for just toning, and if done properly, core strength increases. It's a gentle antidote to sitting at a desk all day, in my experience.
I have written to Bullworker several times about the poor quality of desing, all to no avail. The long, white nylon spring guide has worn out twice; the red moulded grips are cracking badly, and the clear cable sleeve is shrinking too much and exposing the cable on both ends. Not to mention that the removable hand grip is very sloppy in fit. I have been a product design engineer for over 40 years, and know a thing or two about design and materials etc. Let me say that, the machine is a very thoughtful product for exercising with, but for SURE the materials and design parameters are VERY POOR. I still have my original Bullworker from 1974, and it works flawlessly with NO DEFFECTS. So please be warned, you will be paying for replacement parts. And by the way, my unit is only about 5 years old and I use it very little.
Hi, sorry to hear that. My two 'vintage' Bullworker X5s are going strong with many miles on the clock, infact I'm astounded at how little apparent wear there is. Yes, they could probably do with new spring guides if they're available. It's a shame that 'they don't make 'em like they used to' seems to be true in some circumstances, when you'd think we ought to be able to make 'em way better in the 2000's. Many older microphones seem to be better, new valves for guitar amps etc. don't seem to be as good. I commented on a local tailor's vintage Singer sewing machines and he said if you look after them, they last forever and added, besides, the new ones aren't as good! That said the little Bullworker that they sent me, is working fine two years on, though it doesn't get a hammering, only being use for a few specific exercises.
@@AntonBrowne thanks Anton for th reply. I concur with your comments. I heard directly from an audio service centre here, that they are doing so well in repairing and servicing old stereos etc because the newer systems are only designed to last 3 - 5 years now. It is called money and greed. I am thinking of modifying my bullworker to overcome its poor design features 👍
It's better than nothing. You can do exactly the same exercises with a belt for pull and a small football for compression. The problem I have is with the advice surrounding the Bullworker. There is very little on nutrition or rest and recovery. No. You cannot get big with it - or if you do you have to train just as long and just as hard and scientifically as you might do with any other system. Isometrics on their own is not enough.
This was my first piece of equipment in the 70's when I was a teen. Now at 60, I'm back to it again. It's safe and effective.
Seems that way to me too.
Yes me too . I'm 60 now. Great equipment. Which I found gives confidence after using, as u know you have used most muscles. I also got the first bullworker in the 70s. Just a tube, with cables, and green handles . God bless
Sent for mine 1976, used it most of my life, never got big, but always stayed in very good shape, 59 now btw.
Recommend it basically.
The Bullworker is anything but "bull" and don't let the muscleheads who'd have you believe that if you don't aspire to be the next Arnold and aren't willing to spend a bare minimum of three hours a day in the weight room you aren't serious about fitness and health tell you otherwise. It's a VERY useful tool and well worth the money.
Here, here!
@@AntonBrowne I've said before that if my workouts with the Bullworker produced no greater results than to strengthen my lower back muscles and put an end to the excruciating pain I'd suffer and wouldn't wish on my worst enemy, I would still regard it as being worth every penny I paid for it.
I have the x5 and have had it for 17yrs. I'm 63 and still see the benefits. Thank you, Anton, for posting this video
Enjoyed the video. Thank you. Was always hesitant to take it apart. Nice job showing how to break it down.
Glad it helped.
I am 47 still have my 30 year old Bullworker 3. First time I am seeing one like the one you have. Cheers
Had mine for about 40 years and, to my shame, it's had hardly any use . Well I need to use it now. I worked in carpentry for thirty five years, until about two years ago . I always maintained that I didn't need to work out in a gym - I saw my work as a work out - and it was .
Now (aged 65) I look at myself in the mirror and almost shudder at the sight of that wrinkly flab, where once was a reasonably defined bicep. It's true what they say USE IT OR LOSE IT. The trusty Bullworker is coming out from underneath the bed - time to get re-inflated.
Thank you for taking the time to do your video Mr Browne.
Well, we're all going to lose it eventually, it's the name of the game but slowing the inevitable in a way that's 'kind of' enjoyable and actually makes being in your body day to day more enjoyable (a feeling of physical wellbeing) seems a no brainer! I would say take it slowly, sensibly and sustainably. Keep it fun-ish, you're your own boss.
Had a couple of bullworkers an original and the strap one ,I never knew or even thought about how it came apart ,wow thanks for the heads up very much appreciated.Excellent vid.
Glad I could help.
Thanks for this. Had mine for around 40 years. Starting to use it again as my back is causing problems as I need it to lug around my guitar kit. Really appreciate the vid.
Great to hear!
I saw the "Bullworker" commercial on TV in the mid 70's when I was a teenager and knew I had to have one. I bought one and really loved it. I gained noticeable strength using it off and on for a couple of years and eventually lost interest and gave it away. Years later I found a knock-off version at 'K-Mart' and used it off and on as well. They are lightweight and small so you can use them anywhere. I just ordered another and plan to use it especially when I am on the road traveling. The "Bullworker" in a clever invention and it works!
Thank you Anton, for a clear & thoughtful review. I also have a couple of the original units that I use for travel...got my first one for shipboard use during my stay in the Navy, during Viet Nam. Still a low stress, joint sparing mode of exercise.
That's what I call value for money! All the best.
Monocle is what elderly gents use, it's for sight it looks cool on him 🧐👍
Check my video 'The Miracle of the Monocle'.
You are indeed a lifesaver. I had a bullworker X5 in the 80s, when I was stationed in England with the USAF. I left it behind when I PCSed. I got another in 2001, and used it quite a bit. It just works. I went through some life stuff, and it has been sitting in the corner of the gym for what seems like forever. I finally dug it out and had it sitting next to the desk. After hitting the weights, I thought about it this afternoon. Did some searching which brought me here. I had no idea you could take one apart in order to clean it. I followed your instructions, and it is drying out now. Brilliant. It was dirtier than I thought it would be.
I still want a steel bow. I have to see how things go, but maybe soon. Hope you're still with it.
Great menw and yup I'm still with it... like clockwork!
I started on one in 1975. Been using one off and on ever since. I use the Bullworker Pro and the shorter Steel Bow. These machines are great. Better than free weights and push-ups and sit-ups It’s only 30% of your strength and that 30% just keeps growing. Here’s a great tip from a life long user that really helps. Substitute seconds for breaths. If you do 7 second compression make it 7 breaths. The key to a really good pump is breathing ! I’m 61 and much stronger than most men half my age. BULLWORKER is paramount !!! Most people quit because it’s so easy they THINK it’s not doing as much as it really is. When I could compress the original all the way and hold it for 7 breaths. I went to the gym to see what I could bench, at 50 years old I could bench 350lbs. Not bad for never going to a gym and only using a Bullworker. Just remember to breath and not shake. Use it everyday. They work. I find doing the routine morning with the regular BW and doing it again at nite with the short Steel Bow gives tremendous results !!!
I can agree. I am from Germany, using the "old" BW (you know, the one with the green grips and one strap all around) for also over 40 years now. I am 61. Biceps 39 cm, chest 119cm, hip 94cm, lung capacity 7 liters, cardio 2x per week. What I found difficult to train with the BW, are legs (quads). All other bodyparts can be worked out intensively.
Thank you for your useful video.
Thank you! I originally bought my first Bullworker around 1978. A bodybuilding friend recommended it for my scrawny, little body. A few weeks ago I found it in the back of my closet. After sciatica from COVID and a shoulder injury, I decided to stop pissin' around and seriously joined a gym. The Bullworker is going to be a great augmentation. I am happy that people like yourself are around to re-introduce me to the Bullwaorker. Again, thank you!
The Now Serious about Fitness Guy
I'm a musician and I like the fact we use the word 'play' for music. Good on you for attending to your physical aspect. My humble advice is keep it play, as best you can - then it may be sustainable. In my opinion, sustainable exercise is way better than bouts of intensity that become a chore. Good luck!
I have several Bullworkers. A late 60s (green handle), a brown handle, the latest model as well as the copycat Macho Power. I love my latest Bullworker, but the Macho Power is actually harder than the brown handle Bullworker.
Great video -thank you. Having not seen a Bullworker for at least twenty years, I picked up two super-cheap from charity shops in the last few weeks.
Good stuff!
@@AntonBrowne Give me six months and I'll be Charles Atlas.
Hey Anton, thank you for your bullworker video. I have just ordered the Classic. Looking forward to starting to ton up. Cheers
Hope you enjoy it!
It was my first piece of exercise equipment bought for me by my parents on my 13th birthday in the early 90s. I recently returned to it after over 2 decades of non use. I use it in conjunction with lifting dumbbells. It does work. It always has. It is indestructible and as advertised at the time, would last forever. Great piece of fairly inexpensive (at the time) fitness equipment. I am 44 years old. They just do not make stuff this durable these days. Love it!
Yes. and even the plastic holds up well. I have had many later items of various equipment, where the plastic parts just crack and fall apart. If they could do it then?
Bullworker is a great tool, I used it also before the lockdown. It builds muscle and is a good variety. I love oldschool tools, like Chest Expander Bullworker and so on.
Totally agree!
I know the creative stuff is like underground works better then weights
Bullworker never gives you 22 inches biceps or mass in other area...but this sure builds up tendons, ligaments and bone density that is below the muscles and also makes muscles tough
@@9274448790 u mean cut muscles
@@cmoneytheman yes Lean muscles that are tough and strong.
Dude Idris Elba better watch out. You rock the monocle
I have had this bw for 30years and have used it 3times a week for the whole 30 years love it
Well done, and may you enjoy another 30 years.
Thanks Anton and, may I say, stupendous?
Yes, the bullworker is amazing.
I still have the one, with cables, that my Dad bought in the mid sixties. i still have the exercise booklet as well. It's not been used as much as it should have.
I've done the same as you. Dug out my old BW and have started re-using it. At my age we are supposed to have some resistance training for our joints, so that's all I'm looking for. Any muscular toning will be an added bonus. I don't know if I have an older version than you, but I just have the single wire (encased in plastic) on each side. May add a touch of WD40 to make the moving parts a little less stiff. Nice touch with the monocle by the way....
I’ve had a bullworker for a few years it’s a great piece of equipment
I’ve got the new classic bow and the new steel bow and the x5. They are all good.
I have been using mine for a year and have gained mass and strength. You can use range of motions in the holds. I love it so much that I gave all my free weights away.
Bad move. Free weights are the best, bonehead
Free weights are not the best. All subjective 😉
@@vitalyjohnson3514 Not if someone has herniated discs in the lower back.
Enjoy watching your videos especially this one on the Bullworker X5 where you take it apart to clean and was wondering if you could put together a video highlighting a more detailed up and close shot of the disassembling of it.
The new versions with the 5 springs can actually get you built.
Happy New year...chest expander bullworker powertwister handgrip isokinator and another one who i cant remember the name was nice
Happy New Year! I think the Bullworker has most of what the others can do covered, and then some.
I've been using the Bullworker X5 for 40 years (most of those year years) for about 4 - 10 weeks a year since I was 16. These short periods tighten up everything noticeably, but not majorly. I notice it most on shoulders, side of chest, abdomen and back. Subtle, but noticeable. It's easy to use and its well built. It wont break. I'm the same weight as when I was 19, so that's my main goal.
Sounds great, and long may you continue.
This is interesting...
I still use the breathing exercise for chest,that came with the original exercise chart.
I love the Bullworker. I own the latest, a 70s model, early model, and a copy - the Macho Power. Apart from the latest model, the Macho Power is actually harder to use than the 70s era Bullworker.
Reformer Pilates is something I would recommend for this
Hi thanks mate. For giving your time
My pleasure, and thank you.
Anton hope you’re doing well and training hard.
Thank you Sir, and yes Sir! Hope the same for you.
just bought the classic for 140 Amazon
And my CD has finally got so scratched it keeps jumping. Anton, please, how can I get hold of a replacement of Can’t keep a good man down?
Wow, a blast from the past. Funnily enough the current situation has got me writing again! If you send your address to - themagicofthemicrophone@gmail.com - I'll put a copy in the post to you.
I have had my Bullworker since 1975. I have used it on and off over the years and found that if unable to lift weights, it maintains what you have. I am 65 years old and am presently unable to lift due to injury. The Bullworker is doing its' job and maintaining my muscle. Remember that the exercise is to hold for 7 seconds, not to do reps.
Good to hear.
I got the same thing in 2 months dropped fat and my shape has changed I like it no more weights for me I like how lean I have got it's a better look for me
Great, just holds or with reps, pls advise
@@geevjoy9622 reps
@The Guy With Unpopular Opinion yea they burn fat real good
holds is more for being stronger it can burn fat but not as fast as reps
@@cmoneytheman thanks mate
Been using for 7 weeks I am thinking of binning the gym to save money after lockdown
have u got more cut
cmoneytheman yes I feel better
@@steveswitzer4353 u ever seen machismo I think it was a fake one I was talking to cause he kept lying saying using these bulks the muscles like weights anybody who uses these and seen people use these know they cant do that
it was weird him trolling like that and then he said the pages was a lie that say they made for toning he said it was outdated
It’s not designed to make you Arnold but if you use it correctly you will grow.
I think you're exactly right, and also you will get moderately stronger and stand better. I think using it correctly, as detailed in the instructions, is key.
yea lean muscles which is not a bad thing
Only steroids will pump you like Arnold, but Bullworker will put size on you if you do mostly holds with the hardest springs.
@@catholicdownsouth6094 that still wouldnt like weights would it
cmoneytheman sure will. There ain’t a man strong enough to compress the hardest springs.
Anyone who doubts this machine---let me put that to REST! I've had one
of them for YEARS! And although I haven't always used it, I can tell you,
if you USE it regularly...you WILL see results...PERIOD!
I agree.
Anybody want mine i got classic and this the s2 model with all springs and iso bow for 230
#NorthphillypeacePark loves you too much
Elbows parallel and don't give it 100 percent, your tendons need time to adjust. I gave myself tendonitis doing it wrong
Are you talking about chest compression, specifically? I've been using the new Bow Classic - taking my time to learn it well. What should I be aware of? Thanks so much.
@@Besokool yea the compressions is hard on the inside elbows with this model it's better to do em with the baby sized one it still can cause elbow pain but sense its smaller all the person gotta do is change the angle and it takes the pressure off
A monacle? What's up with that?
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Probably keeps you toned.
Yes, I think that's what it does best.
I found mine on top of the cupboard after 20 years and using it for a shoulder issue, time will tell
The Total Gym, which Chuck Norris endorses, makes more sense than the Bullworker.
Ideally, I'd have both to keep things fresh, and ring the changes, but the Bullworker has been doing me proud for decades.
@@AntonBrowne I take my home made isobow on my morning walk , 10 mins of iso pulls gets you set up for the day .
You don't see that many guys anymore who wear a monocle
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Bull worker gets the women
Err not so sure!
There is no way the steel cable on the original bullworker frayed on you! I've had one for 50 years without any wear.
Yup it did... came apart where it was joined. Maybe it was faulty to begin with.
@@AntonBrowne the cable or the rubber casing? If it is where the cable is joined to the other end of the cable, l would say it's a fault of the joint and not the cable itself.
Its a troll who trolls lying to people saying these can build big muscles by using these only when these never have did that they only build lean muscle
Don't know about big muscles, what use is that! It does build/maintain useful muscle though.
Everyone dosent have to be Arnold orbodybuilder...if any body builder gets hurt while lifting up tv to upstairs ..then no use of big muscles.big muscles outside gym is useless
That's what I like about the Bullworker. It's not about becoming 'Arnold' in my opinion - I don't think it's up to the task - it's great for just toning, and if done properly, core strength increases. It's a gentle antidote to sitting at a desk all day, in my experience.
Yes stay away from steroids thats what damaged arnies heart
.
I have written to Bullworker several times about the poor quality of desing, all to no avail. The long, white nylon spring guide has worn out twice; the red moulded grips are cracking badly, and the clear cable sleeve is shrinking too much and exposing the cable on both ends. Not to mention that the removable hand grip is very sloppy in fit.
I have been a product design engineer for over 40 years, and know a thing or two about design and materials etc.
Let me say that, the machine is a very thoughtful product for exercising with, but for SURE the materials and design parameters are VERY POOR.
I still have my original Bullworker from 1974, and it works flawlessly with NO DEFFECTS.
So please be warned, you will be paying for replacement parts. And by the way, my unit is only about 5 years old and I use it very little.
Hi, sorry to hear that. My two 'vintage' Bullworker X5s are going strong with many miles on the clock, infact I'm astounded at how little apparent wear there is. Yes, they could probably do with new spring guides if they're available. It's a shame that 'they don't make 'em like they used to' seems to be true in some circumstances, when you'd think we ought to be able to make 'em way better in the 2000's.
Many older microphones seem to be better, new valves for guitar amps etc. don't seem to be as good. I commented on a local tailor's vintage Singer sewing machines and he said if you look after them, they last forever and added, besides, the new ones aren't as good!
That said the little Bullworker that they sent me, is working fine two years on, though it doesn't get a hammering, only being use for a few specific exercises.
@@AntonBrowne thanks Anton for th reply. I concur with your comments. I heard directly from an audio service centre here, that they are doing so well in repairing and servicing old stereos etc because the newer systems are only designed to last 3 - 5 years now. It is called money and greed. I am thinking of modifying my bullworker to overcome its poor design features 👍
It's better than nothing. You can do exactly the same exercises with a belt for pull and a small football for compression. The problem I have is with the advice surrounding the Bullworker. There is very little on nutrition or rest and recovery. No. You cannot get big with it - or if you do you have to train just as long and just as hard and scientifically as you might do with any other system. Isometrics on their own is not enough.
get rid of the monicle. ruins facial alignment