PowerBlock Dumbbells The World's Best Dumbbells we have arranged for PowerBlock to send a free Poster Pack, Interactive CD-Rom and Fitness & Nutrition Journal (a $82 value) with the purchase of any PowerBlock products through our PowerBlock links below for the Holiday Season. Why? Well first, as a Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Coach, I am always looking for the best available fitness equipment options for my personal training clients. PowerBlock Dumbbells are first of all Completely Balanced. This is incredibly important with my clients to find a dumbbell that really provides them stability throughout their exercise movements. They are the heaviest, most compact and easiest to use quick change dumbbell. When designing a fitness plan for one of my fitness clients, Flexibility, space and ease of use really are key components that I look for in fitness equipment and once again, PowerBlock Dumbbells deliver on these key benefits. PowerBlock is the only dumbbell system that can expand to meet your fitness strength needs. Yes, Once again PowerBlock Dumbbells provide the most expandable dumbbell weight system in the industry. Start with a 50 pound Set and Expand to 90 pounds and then expand again to 130 pounds. They Grow as you Grow!! When I design a fitness plan around my clients fitness goals, I always think about efficiency and effectiveness and PowerBlock Dumbbells are the perfect solution for my fitness clients. Dumbbells by far are the most versatile and effective exercise tool ever developed for strength training. Now with PowerBlock Dumbbells, I can recommend a piece of fitness equipment that provides: Effective Workouts – Dumbbells are the Best in Training Expandable weights – They Grow as my clients Grow Quick Change system – Fast Efficient Training Time! Space Savings – 37 pairs of Dumbbells in an 18" X 22" Space Most Cost Effective – You Get the Most for the Least Robert Adams Head Fitness Expert Why PowerBlock Dumbbells? 1. Best compact design 2. Superior balance 3. Longest warranty (10 Years) 4. Most durable weight selection mechanism 5. Welded all steel weights 6. Expandable weight Sets 7. Heaviest weight sets available 8. Gym and bar accessory compatability 9. Saves time, space and money 10. Manufactured in the USA SPORT SERIES SETS   The Sport Series is the third generation of PowerBlocks new in June of 2008. The Sport Series consists of 4 models of PowerBlocks with unique differences in both form & function. As far as form goes, the dramatic changes would be the Gray color of the steel weight plates vs. the black weight plates of other PowerBlock models and the rounded shaped top of the weight plates offering a stylish look. As far as function differences, the Sport Series has tapered handles, double tethered selector pins (not on the Sport 2.4) , the wrist supports are of a more open design offering a larger handle cavity and the dial locks are recessed into the handle. Sport 2.4 $149/pair ($35 S/H) The Sport 2.4 equals/ replaces 8 pairs of dumbbells or 216 lbs of free weights. Weight range is 3-24 lbs per hand in 3 lb increments. Increments achieved are; 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21, and 24 lbs per hand. The Sport 2.4 cannot be further expanded. Sport 2.4 value at $149/set- cost per lb on the Sport 2.4 (replaces 216 lbs) is 69¢. Compare to hex heads at 99¢ lb costing $213.84     Sport 5.0 $299/pair ($59 S/H) The Sport 5.0 equals/replaces 10 pairs of dumbbells or 550 lbs of free weights. The weight range for the 5.0 is 5-50 lbs per hand in 5 lb increments. Weight increments achieved are; 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 lbs per hand. The 5.0 can be further expanded to 65 lbs per hand with the optional Sport 5.0 Set 20 lb cores. Sport 5.0 value at $299/set- cost per lb on the Sport 5.0 (replaces 550 lbs) is 54¢. Compare to hex heads at 99¢ lb costing $544.     Sport 5.5 $359/pair ($69 S/H) The Sport 5.5 equals/replaces 22 pairs of dumbbells or 1265 lbs of free weights. The weight range for the 5.5 is 2.5-55 lbs per hand in 2.5 lb increments. Weight increments achieved with the Sport 5.5 are; 2.5, 5, 7.5, 10, 12.5, 15, 17.5, 20, 22.5, 25, 27.5, 30, 32.5, 35, 37.5, 40, 42.5, 45, 47.5, 50, 52.5 and 55 lbs per hand. Sport 5.5 value at $359/set- cost per lb on the Sport 5.5 (replaces 1265 lbs) is 28¢. Compare to hex heads at 99¢ lb costing $1252.     Sport 9.0 Set The Sport 9.0 Set is a component based Set that can expand in weight to meet the needs of the user. You can start with the Sport 9.0 Stage I, 2.5-50 lb set. This set can then be expanded later to 90 lbs per hand using the Stage II Kit. This 90 lb Sport 9.0 Set can then be further expanded with the Stage III Kit to 130 lbs per hand. The Sport 9.0 Set (or any PowerBlock for that matter) is the most compact dumbbell available. The small size of the PowerBlock keeps the weight concentrated closer to your hand making the dumbbell easier to control and balance. Image at left shows the dramatic difference in compactness of the Sport 9.0 Set compared to other dumbbells on the market. The dumbbells at left are all 30 lb dumbbells.The Sport 9.0 will not inhibit exercise movements such as seated dumbbell curls or even flat bench presses where you want your hands directly above your shoulders in the up position.     Sport 9.0 Stage I $359/pair ($59 S/H) The Sport 9.0 Stage I will replace 16 pairs of dumbbells or 825 lbs of free weights. The weight range for the 9.0 Stage I is 2.5-50 lbs per hand. Increments achieved with the Sport 9.0 Stage I are; 2.5, 5, 7.5, 10,15, 17.5, 20 25, 27.5, 30, 35, 37.5, 40, 45, 47.5 and 50 lbs per hand. The Sport 9.0 can be further expanded to 90 lbs per hand with the Stage II Kit, and again to 130 lbs per hand with the Stage III Kit.The dimensions of 50 lb Sport 9.0 are; 12"L x6.5" W x 6.5" H. Ships in 2 boxes. Sport 9.0 Stage I value at $359/set- cost per lb on the Sport 9.0 (replaces 825 lbs) is 43¢. Compare to hex heads at 99¢ lb costing $816.     Sport 9.0 Stage II $598 ($89 S/H) The Sport 9.0 expanded to 90 lbs with Stage II Kit will replace 28 pairs of dumbbells or 2565 lbs of free weights and can be expanded again to 130 lbs per hand with the Stage III Kit. Increments achieved with the Sport 9.0 Stage I are; 2.5, 5, 7.5, 10,15, 17.5, 20 25, 27.5, 30, 35, 37.5, 40, 45, 47.5, 50, 55, 57.5, 60, 65, 67.5, 70, 75, 77.5, 80, 85, 87.5 and 90 lbs per hand. The dimensions of 90 lb Sport 9.0 are; 16"L x6.5" W x 6.5" H. Ships in 4 boxes. Sport 9.0 Stage II value at $598/set- cost per lb on the Sport 9.0 Stage II (replaces 2565 lbs) is 23¢. Compare to hex heads at 99¢ lb costing $2539     Sport 9.0 Stage III $897 ($99 S/H) The Sport 9.0 expanded to 130 lbs with Stage III Kit will replace 37 pairs of dumbbells or 4,820 lbs of free weights. Increments achieved with the Sport 9.0 Stage III are; 2.5, 5, 7.5, 10,15, 17.5, 20 25, 27.5, 30, 35, 37.5, 40, 45, 47.5, 50, 55, 57.5, 60, 65, 67.5, 70, 75, 77.5, 80, 87.5, 90, 100, 102.5, 105, 112.5, 115, 117.5, 125, 127.5 and 130 lbs per hand. The dimensions of 130 lb Sport 9.0 are; 19"L x6.5" W x 6.5" H. Ships in 6 boxes. Sport 9.0 Stage III value at $897/set- cost per lb on the Sport 9.0 Stage III (replaces 4,820 lbs) is 19¢. Compare to hex heads at 99¢ lb costing $4771.     EXPANDING THE SPORT SERIES   Sport 5.0 20 lb Cores $159 ($21S/H) The Sport 5.0 Set can be expanded from 50 lbs to 65 lbs with the Sport 5.0 20 lb Cores. .     Sport 9.0 Stage II Kit $239 ($49 S/H) The Sport 9.0 Stage I 50 lb Set can be expanded from 50 lbs to 90 lbs with the Sport 9.0 Stage II Kit. Simply put the Sport 9.0 50 lb Set weight plates inside the Sport 9.0 Stage II weight plates and you're ready to go. Stage II Kit dimensions: 16" L x 6.5" W x 6.5" H. Weight 40 lbs each. Ships in 2 boxes.     Sport 9.0 Stage III Kit $299 ($59 S/H) The Sport 9.0 90 lb Set can be expanded from 90 lbs to 130 lbs with the Sport 9.0 Stage III Kit. Stage III Kit dimensions: 19" L x 6.5" W x 6.5" H. Weight 40 lbs each. Ships in 2 boxes..     FLEX SERIES SETS   The Flex Series from PowerBlock is the fourth generation of PowerBlocks and offers all the features of the Sport Series with a revolutionary Urethane coated weight stack. The Urethane coated weight plates offer the ultimate in smooth and quiet performance in addition to Flex technology (patent pending) in both the weight plates and the selector pin.     U-90 Stage I Set $449 ($59 S/H) The U-90 Stage I set has a weight range of 5-50 lbs per hand in 5 lb increments and will replace 16 pairs of dumbbells or 825 lbs of free weights. Increments achieved with the U-90 Stage I Set are; 2.5, 5, 7.5, 10,15, 17.5, 20 25, 27.5, 30, 35, 37.5, 40, 45, 47.5, and 50 lbs per hand., The dimensions of U-90 Stage I are; 12.25" L x 7" W x 7" H. Ships in 2 boxes. U-90 Stage I value at $449/set- cost per lb on the U-90 Stage I (replaces 825 lbs) is 54¢. Compare to Urethane coated dumbbells at $1.99 lb costing $1641.75.     U-90 Stage II Urethane Set $799 ($89S/H) The U-90 set has a weight range of 5-90 lbs per hand in 5 lb increments and will replace 28 pairs of dumbbells or 2565 lbs of free weights. Increments achieved with the U-90 Set are; 2.5, 5, 7.5, 10,15, 17.5, 20 25, 27.5, 30, 35, 37.5, 40, 45, 47.5, 50, 55, 57.5, 60, 65, 67.5, 70, 75, 77.5, 80, 85, 87.5 and 90 lbs per hand. The dimensions of U-90 are; 17"L x 7" W x 7" H. Ships in 4 boxes. U-90 value at $799/set- cost per lb on the U-90 (replaces 2565 lbs) is 31¢. Compare to Urethane coated dumbbells at $1.99 lb costing $5104.     U-90 Stage II Kit $350 ($49 S/H) The U-90 Stage II Kit will expand the U-90 Stage I Set from 50 lbs per hand to 90 lbs per hand. The U-90 Set will then replace 28 pairs of dumbbells, or 2565 lbs of free weights. Increments achieved with the U-90 Set are; 2.5, 5, 7.5, 10,15, 17.5, 20 25, 27.5, 30, 35, 37.5, 40, 45, 47.5 ,50, 55, 57.5, 60, 65, 67.5, 70, 75, 77.5, 80, 85, 87.5 and 90 lbs per hand. The dimensions of U-90 Stage II Kit are; 17" L x 7" W x 7" H. Ships assembled in 2 boxes. Made in USA with domestic and foreign parts.     U-50 Urethane Club Set $995 ($119 S/H) The U-50 Urethane Club set offers the same features as the U-90 Club Set in a much requested 50 lb per hand size. The U-50 Club Set is expandable later to 90 lbs per hand. The U-50 Club Set has a weight range of 5-50 lbs per hand in 5 lb increments and will replace 10 pairs of dumbbells or 550 lbs of free weights. Increments achieved with the U-50 Club Set are; 5, 10,15, 20 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 lbs per hand. The U-50 Club Set price includes the stand and ships fully assembled. The U-50 Club set has two sets of handles, a 5 lb set and a 10 lb set, so there are no small pieces (chrome adder weights) that can be lost/misplaced in commercial environment. The dimensions of U-90 Club Set (at 50 lb setting) are; 12.5" L x 7" W x 7" H. Ships assembled in 4 boxes.     U-90 Urethane Club Set $1295 ($149 S/H call for quote) The U-90 Urethane Club set is the only PowerBlock Set that is warranted for commercial/vertical (non home) use. All other PowerBlock Sets are warranted for home use only. The U-90 Club Set has a weight range of 5-90 lbs per hand in 5 lb increments and will replace 18 pairs of dumbbells or 1710 lbs of free weights. Increments achieved with the U-90 Club Set are; 5, 10,15, 20 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, and 90 lbs per hand. The U-90 Club Set price includes the stand and ships fully assembled. The U-90 Club set has two sets of handles, a 5 lb set and a 10 lb set, so there are no small pieces (chrome adder weights) that can be lost/misplaced in commercial environment. The dimensions of U-90 Club Set (at 90 lb setting) are; 17"L x 7" W x 7" H. Ships assembled in 5 boxes. U-90 value at $1295/set with stand- cost per lb on the U-90 Club (replaces 1710 lbs) is 76¢ (cost includes stand). Compare to Urethane coated commercial dumbbells dumbbells at $2.49 lb costing $4258 (without dumbbell racks).     CLASSIC SERIES SETS   The Classic Series is the second generation of PowerBlock dumbbells and feature black powder coat painted weight plates in the traditional square shape. The Classic PowerBlocks offer a great great value and some different weight ranges and price points. Classic 45 Set $279/pair ($59 S/H) This set adjusts from 5-45 lbs in 5 lb increments (5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 lbs) in each hand. This set has a maximum weight of 45 lbs per hand. The Classic 45 replaces 9 pair or 18 fixed dumbbells that would have a combined weight of 450 lbs. (Shown on optional Stand) Also available optional Classic Bar to allow barbell exercises with your Classic 45 Set. Classic 45 value at $279/set- cost per lb on the Classic 45 (replaces 450 lbs) is 62¢. Compare to hex heads at 99¢ lb costing $445.50. The dimensions of the Classic 45 are; 12"L x6" W x 6" H. Ships in 2 boxes.         Elite Set 5-50 $359/pair ($59 S/H) The Elite Set 5-50 x 5 lbs base set comes with plates 1-4, and adjusts in 5 or 10 lb increments. The Elite handle weighs 5 lbs without the chrome adder weights in the handle. The Elite Set 5-50 (per hand weight) equals/replaces 16 pairs of dumbbells or 825 lbs of free weights in the space of just 1 pair (50 lb dumbbell is just 11 3/4" long). This set is expandable using the add-on kits. The 40 lb Elite Add-On Kit, plates 5-8, would take the set from a maximum weight of 50 to 90 lbs in each hand. The Elite Big Block Kit, plates 5-11, would take the 5-50 set from a maximum weight of 50 to 130 lbs in each hand. The dimensions of the Elite 50 are; 12"L x6" W x 6" H. Ships in 2 boxes.     Elite Set 5-90 $598/pair ($89 S/H) The Elite 5-90 x 5 lbs set comes with plates 1-8, and adjusts in 5 or 10 lb increments. The Elite 5-90 lb (per hand weight) equals/replaces 28 pairs of dumbbells, or 2565 lbs of free weights while taking up the space of just 1 pair (90 lb dumbbell is just 16" in length) This set is expandable to 130 lbs per hand using the 8-11 Elite Big Block Kit. The dimensions of the Elite 90 are; 16"L x 6" W x 6" H. Ships in 4 boxes.     Elite Set 5-130 $898/pair ($99 S/H) The Elite Set 5-130 x 5 lbs set comes with plates 1-11, and adjusts in 5 or 10 lb increments. The Elite Set 5-130 lb (per hand weight) equals/replaces 37 pairs of dumbbells, or 4820 lbs of free weights while taking up the space of just 1 pair. Increments achieved with the Sport 9.0 Stage III are; 2.5, 5, 7.5, 10,15, 17.5, 20 25, 27.5, 30, 35, 37.5, 40, 45, 47.5, 50, 55, 57.5, 60, 65, 67.5, 70, 75, 77.5, 80, 87.5, 90, 92.5, 100, 102.5, 105, 112.5, 115, 117.5, 125, 127.5 and 130 lbs per hand. The dimensions of the Elite 130 are; 19"L x 6" W x 6" H. Ships in 6 boxes.     EXPANDING THE CLASSIC SERIES       Classic 60 Plus Handle Set $159 ($25 S/H) The Classic 60 Plus Handle Set will allow you to upgrade a Classic 45 Set or a Personal Set (June 1 2008 or before) from 5-45 pounds per hand to 5-60 pounds. The weight selector chart for the Plus Handles are on each handle.     Are you ordering an Add On Kit for a set of PowerBlocks you purchased before September 2005? Please make sure you're purchasing the correct kit for your PowerBlocks. Prior to Sept 2005 our product was called the Pro set. This set was characterized by two holes in every plate. In the photograph the Pro set is on the right side. The other weight plate shown is a Classic Elite weight plate. The Elite set is manufactured by welding two weight plates together. . Please call 800-446-5215 or e-mail us directly (questions@powerblock.com) if you have questions as to what Add-On Kit you needt, we want to make sure you get exactly what you need.     Elite 40 lb Add-On Kit $239 ($49 S/H) This kit can be used only with the Elite Set to bring the total weight in each hand up to 90 lbs per hand. The 90 lb Elite Set can be further expanded to 130 lbs, using the Elite 8-11 Big Block Kit.     Elite Big Block Kit 8-11 $349 ($59 S/H) This kit allows you to expand the Elite set from 90 lbs in each hand to 130 lbs in each hand (ie, the user would already have the Elite 40 lb Add-On Kit.)     Elite Big Block Kit 5-11 $539 ($79 S/H) This kit can be used only with the Elite set to bring the total weight from 50 lbs to 130 lbs in each hand.     PRO ALUMINUM SERIES The Pro Aluminum Series is where it all began in 1991. After 2 years of refining the then radical idea of a selectorized dumbbell, the Pro Aluminum PowerBlock was brought to the fitness market place in 1993. The Pro Aluminum Series weight plates are a one piece 1/2" thick weight plate with machined (rounded) weight plates. The handle is constructed of aluminum with neoprene covered steel center handle and rubber covered steel wrist supports. The adder weight tubes are also of steel construction. The Aluminum handle weighs 5 lbs more than the composite handles of the other models and is why the weight range on this model starts at 10 lbs. Aluminum 50 Set $479 ($59 S/H) The Pro Aluminum 50 equals/replaces 16 pairs of dumbbells or 915 lbs of free weights in the space of just 1 pair. The Pro Aluminum 50 can be expanded later to 90 lbs per hand and again to 130 lbs per hand. The Pro Aluminum 50 is shown with optional Silver Pro Stand available on accessories page, stand decals and stand and handle weight charts are included for your optional application. The Pro Aluminum 50 is 11.75" L x 6" W x 6" H, ships in 2 boxes.     Aluminum 90 Set $778 ($89 S/H)---------------- Aluminum 130 Set (not shown) $1048 ($99 S/H) The Pro Aluminum 90 equals/replaces 28 pairs of dumbbells or over 2000 lbs of free weights in the space of just 1 pair. The Pro Aluminum 90 can be expanded later to 130 lbs per hand. The Pro Aluminum 90 is shown with optional Silver Pro Stand available on accessories page, stand decals and stand and handle weight charts are included for your optional application. The Pro Aluminum 130 equals/replaces 37 pairs of dumbbells or over 4000 lbs of free weights in the space of 1 pair. The Pro Aluminum 90 measures 16"L x 6" W x 6" H. The Pro Aluminum 130 is 19"L x 6" H x 6" W. Ships in 4 boxes.     EXPANDING THE PRO SET     Pro Set 40 lb Add-On Kit $299 ($49 S/H) This kit can be used only with the Pro Set to bring the total weight in each hand up to 90 lbs per hand (with Aluminum handles, 85 lb with Rexan Handles). The 90 lb Pro Set can be further expanded to 130 lbs, using the Pro 8-11 Kit.     Pro Set 8-11 Kit $399 ($59 S/H) This kit allows you to expand the Pro set from 90 lbs (Aluminum Handles, 85 lbs with Rexan Handles) in each hand to 130 lbs in each hand ( the user would already have the Pro 40 lb Add-On Kit plates 5-8.)     Pro Set 5-11 Kit $599 ($79 S/H) This kit can be used only with the Pro set to bring the total weight from 50 lbs (Aluminum Handle Set) to 130 lbs in each hand.