given that the locking system is in plastic, has anyone have any experience of it breaking? Or does it hold up despite heavy weightlifting?
885523
Haven't experienced a problem with the locking system. Plastic is very thick, & sturdy. Given the correct size for your waist, the velcro is strong enough to keep the belt locked in place even when lifting heavy. I also own a heavy duty leather lifting belt as well, but this one is more comfortable because it doesn't pinch or seem to cut into my waist when I bend over. I also agree with the previous comment that if you plan to lift heavier than 500 lbs, you may prefer the security of the leather belt.
885524
I'm a powerlifter and generally big guy...and it holds up well and has a more adjustable fit (and better fit in my opinion because of that) over regular belts.
885525
It was actually for my girlfriend, but she squats almost 300 lbs in it with no trouble. If you are going over 405 or 500 I might recommend a leather one.
885526
If you're a guy, you're probably lifting a bit heavier than me (I'm a 130lb woman - I got this belt in size small since it was one of the only belts I could find that was small enough), but I squat 255 and deadlift 300 and the belt feels totally solid to me. It's pretty heavy-duty plastic and strong velcro. I know a couple guys who have this belt and are putting up way bigger numbers than me, and they seem to have no problems either.
1683662
No problems with ours, have been using it for a couple of months now. Latch is tricky, and easily broken.
1151510
I have not but have had 90lbs on it with no issues several times. The clip does seem a little light weight ( so to speak) but it held. I figure when and if it fails I will just replace it with a carabiner.
376211
I have one and love it. Very sturdy. But no you can't lock it unless you put chains around it. Otherwise there is no mechanism to lock it.
608224
My plastic has held up very well! I've used it multiple times with no problems at all!
1735482
The plastic pin on mine broke as well. Instead of continually getting it replaced I just put a long screw where the pin was and I havent had any issues since. All the handle needs is a pivot point. I would suggest it to anyone that has the plastic one keep breaking. Just make sure you line it up right.
150345
Yes the locking feature works well. Depending on the angle and weight it may be a little difficult to unlock. I really like the machine. I'm 200 lbs and it works well and it handles me doing inverted sit ups.
1384156
Mine broke during this particular exercise. It hurt LOL. I bought the 4 pack from home complete afterwards and haven't had an issue yet.
1068032
I have had mine since 12/13, but it recently stopped latching. Customer Service has been helpful, but it will take 5-7 weeks to repair. Not happy about that aspect. I did complain about the return shipping and they issued a Call Tag, but cannot tell me if they can repair or if there will be any charge. That concerns me. Since I use my mixer several times a week, I may just get a cheap back-up for down-time.
243701
The plastic is just a cover. Inside is a hard steel/sturdy piece that does the actual locking.
2000075
After owning it for a year, I would definitely say that it will hold up in a personal training studio. It's commercial gym quality and I've had no issues with wear or anything breaking. I can't say how it is compared to Hammer Strength, but I can say that you won't be disappointed.
573618
These are the best lock jaws I have owned. I have never deadlifted over 450 with them, but had several cleans over 300 dropping from full extension (7 feet) and no issues, 3 years later still going strong.
1490708
I love mine. I've had it since feb of last year, it was wobbly at first but my husband used his own tools to re-tighten. And no more wobble. It has so many different settings and workout types. I'm never bored with it. It's very heavy/sturdy. I would recommend it.
321212
Ball bearing lock is extremely solid.,....the spring is stiff enough to keep it in place, i have put mine through a lot never have felt it would fail on me
481548
The last one lasted for a year and about 4 months, I used it every week 3 times or so per week for 20-30 min per sesson, so worked it pretty hard. What happened to it was the metal fatigued at the base and broke. I like how it works so I bought another one, figure $35 a year is cheaper than a gym membership
291057
I haven't experienced any sort of problems with the locking mechanism, and the spring seems to hold up very well (I have been constantly using the knife for months now.)The only thing that I have had a problem with is the clip. It sticks out at the bottom and can catch on different parts of your clothing and surroundings; I had to take mine off and re-bend it back into shape after it got caught particularly badly.
1404942
Seems quite sturdy to me. I have had no trouble with the latch. A friend has a very expensive model and it works just as well as hers.