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Cost: $29.95 Great for: Increasing your finger strength and training for climbers or boulderers. The good: It is a great tool to get better at pull-ups while increasing your back, bicep, and finger strength. The bad: It is kind of awkward to put up and doesn't offer nearly as many options as a Metolius Simulator 3D Training Board (http://gearandwear.weebly.com/gear-and-wear/metolius-simulator-3d-training-board). Rating Variety/Appearance: 6/10. The Metolius Rock Rings come in 3 colors (seen above) with a pretty basic hold design. There isn't anything bad about their look but there isn't anything good either (not even a wow factor like the Simulator 3D Training Board). Ease of use/Set up: 9/10. It is easier to put up than most rock holds, but still more difficult than other pull-up products (like the over the door products. However this product is rock solid (pun intended) and won't fall apart or fall down on you like the over the door pull up products. The combination of these 2 traits makes the Rock Rings extremely convenient to set up and use. Quality/Durability: 10/10. As mentioned above, these are solid pieces of equipment. Value: 8/10. The Rock Rings are very useful and come ready to be hung up. However they lose some points because they can be replaced by a number of items that are cheaper (although none really match the quality or convenience). Other: 10/10. Because of its' small size it can easily fit in any rock climbing or fitness area without getting in the way. Overall: 43/50. Verdict: This is a very nice piece of training equipment that is awesome for personal use, the main reason someone shouldn't buy this is if they don't have a place to put it. Cost: $79.00 Great for: Increasing finger strength, training for climbers and boulderers, or training back and bis. The good: With so many hold depths and widths you can continuously train harder without needing to buy another board. The bad: The worst thing about this product is finding a place to securely mount it. Rating Variety/Appearance: 7/10. The board's appearance is very unique compared to other climbing holds. However, that is mainly because this single board has over 20 holds incorporated into it. It is no wonder it has become a staple at climbing gyms. It only comes in 3 colors (seen above) which all look very cool (although my favorite is the white and black). Ease: 8/10. These boards can be used for anyone from children up to the most experienced of climbers. As for set up it will take a bit of work, since you have to find a secure, weight bearing wall to hang it on. However, once you set it up you'll never have to mess with it again. Quality/Durability: 10/10. These boards last so much abuse, even at a gym with every day use from numerous people this board will stand up for years. Value: 10/10. If you take your climbing seriously this is easily worth investing in. Other: 10/10. This will single-handedly increase your strength and endurance in your back, biceps, and forearms. It is hard to get so much out of a single product but this Metolius board does the job. Overall: 45/50. Verdict: Any climber or boulderer, who has a place to mount this, should buy one. It costs a pretty penny but it is something you can get use out of every single day without any issues or risk of "outgrowing". |
About your Reviewer: Joe P.Growing up in Michigan and around the Great Lakes has made it easy to be an avid outdoors enthusiast and conservationist my whole life. I love doing anything that keeps me staying active and being outdoors. This ranges from running, lifting, climbing, hiking, camping, biking, etc. All of these hobbies of mine are things I take very seriously and love to do. Because of this, before I make any purchase for one of my passions I try to do as much research about a product as possible to insure I am getting a product that I will enjoy for years. That has led to me starting this site in hopes of helping others avoid the guess work I went through by providing honest and unbiased product reviews. If you have any questions, concerns, or request please contact me at [email protected] ArchivesCategories
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