I am a pretty big guy, can this thing take aggressive punching? I've heard it won't register hard punches. Anybody actually use one?
518955
No it doesn't handle hard punches. My 10 yr old hits it too hard and it buzzes saying too hard, may damage the machine. Good question! I wish it was able to withstand aggressive punching, but that's not the case. Killer cardio workout though.
458531
Same thing happened to me. I could probably HURT someone hitting them with this thing, it is that hard now. Ridiculous price for something that is basically useless.
1300873
I'm using adjustable dumbbells up to 80lbs in each hand. Including my body weight that's 340lbs. It handles that just fine. This thing is very sturdy and the padding is comfortable as well. Great buy!
218747
I am a very big guy. 6'4'' and well over 3000LBS. The front suspension feels squishy to me. I have not been able to ride it a lot so no opinion yet.
150970
I have mine at work... and many users over 200lbs have used it as well as several around 300lbs.. never had a problem.. as for me? I love it..
313502
Not a problem - it's very well built. I'm just under 200 and I know it could handle someone much heavier.
970091
I have the punch. It's not very big. Maybe 1 1/2 by 2 1/2. Ill test it and let you know.
1371424
I would also like to tell people about the Fitness Trends "Ultimate Push Up" I picked up a set for just $10 at my local Big Lots! I havent personally compared its construction to the other models, but I am a former Soldier who weighs a bit over 200 pounds, and I havent noticed ANY problems with this devices structure or construction. It has a fairly solid grip with comfortable foaam covering a hard plastic? I am sure that the foam will start to peel off eventually, but for right now; I couldnt be happier for my $10.
700358
I am 6'1" and weigh 295 with very large hands and have no issues. I wouldn't want a wider hole as increased length might weaken it. This thing really is a beast.
979940
I haven't tried it on a card of known weight, but it has no problem at all punching an equivalent weight in stacked sheets of paper, and also the "hard paper" backs that are available already. I'd bet it has no trouble what-so-ever with it.
585324
I am looking to buy a Bob, but have trained with one for years at the school I went to. That thing held up against 7th dan black belts kicking it for years. It's incredibly resilient. The only time I saw someone break one is when they used it incorrectly (hit it with another piece of equipment)
657410
It's a lil heavy but I'm a big guy so it doesn't bother me. It depends on what you're going to use it for and how you carry it.
1061615
My guess is it was overfilled! Mine is still going strong and used for both punches and kicks
477629
Find some place to practice defensive tactics. Throwing lead downrange punching paper from a target stance are not what these are for.
1968548
I'm not quite your size, but I think it should work fine. On the wide part of the unit there is a 'hand pad' where you can press down with your free hand to exert more force.
90775
I am 6'2" and under 200 lbs. It is rated for 200 lbs and seems to hold up well. My last one I made the mistake of letting my wife practice her workout while I did point man for her. We came out slightly over 300 lbs and the bench wore out at the foot pedal. Maybe poor soldering?
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Yes since some are smaller and which less than others the smaller like 100lbs is good for punching and bigger you can still punch but you need hard gloves and I know it sucks there should be a bag made for both