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.
2100745
I use vinyl weights and it seems to work just fine...the threaded locks work as good as they do with steel weights. I have been using them for over a year and do not see any unusual wear on the inside of the vinyl weights either. Hope that helps.
476596
I have not tried it but the locking system seems very secure. It doesn't look very handy for getting the liquids out though.
1697771
hello--the locking system is easy-- I am older and not a lot of strength in my hands and have no problem at all
338488
I have purchased 2 different Cuisinart food processors over the years. The motor has been fantastic--never a problem. However, the "plastic" parts always break at their weakest point on both of my machines. That means I can still use them, but I have to hold the lid in place while it operates. I have bought replacement parts off of ebay and had the same issue with the replacement parts. It is a design flaw, in my opinion, and although the machines have changed a bit over the years Cuisinart has never truly addressed this to remedy it.
321215
It's probably the most solid lock out there, along with the compression lock, AXIS-lock, and lock-back... or a good titanium framelock (there's a good variety out there). The spring pressure is constant and stiff, and I'd wager my life on this lock. It won't fail. As far as accidentally releasing the lock in the middle of hard use, I've been trying to figure out what you'd have to be doing for that to happen... I think this design is the one least likely to be tripped by accident. It's easier to inadvertently trip an axis or compression lock than this one, and those two are very well designed.
1687677
I've had mine for a while and it's held up great. Just be sure to not over tighten the screw on parts and never over load it. Other than that, it's awesome!
1077015
I haven't had any problems, but I haven't used mine much. It's not the best quality knife I own and I could see where the locking mechanism would malfunction and become a problem.
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.
1272412
I haven't had any issues with the locking mechanism or spring. Keep it clean and it will be reliable.
1645511
It is broken in rather well.. we use this bar weekly for snatches, cleans, jerks and presses.. We've got three of these bars and they get tons of crossfit use and abuse.. They hold up extremely well. Couldn't be more happier with these bars.
273160
I've only had them a few months but they seem pretty durable to me. They are a little too heavy duty for the type of lifting I do.
374507
any problems with small parts breaking? are the weights sturdy? what was the cost for the bowflex weights? Thanks!
1496375
I haven't had any issues with it locking, only with the cold weather it moves really slow when opening and closing.
1846325
Yeah the vertical post only locks holds the weight up...doesn't help you pull it up if you're screwed from putting up too much weight.Same as bench pressing, if you have no spotter, don't put more weight than you know you can put up...This is a good solid machine though. Same design as one you could find at any gym. The gym machines don't have saftey mechanisms either.Good luck....don't put on more weight than you can handle hahah! Anytime you work out alone that is a major rule to follow...
1565120
I've had mine for about 4 months or so and all i use it for are for frozen drinks as well and it's been great. The only problem is that the container and its parts are retty much cheap plastic and if you drop it, something will break. But as long as you care for it, it will serve its purpose
1557155
That seems to be a common problem with this case. I traveled with mine last holidays, and even though it has just been sitting in the house all through, I discovered that the locking mechanism was not working. When I acquired it though, I tried it out and it was quite okay.