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Unleash your inner athlete with the Everlast Elite Adjustable Speedbag Platform. This affordable, 24-inch board accommodates any size speedbag and is adjustable to suit your height using a convenient spring pin lock. The 1.75-inch thick strike board is perfect for training like a pro in the comfort of your own home. It comes complete with swivel and two brace boards for added support and stability and includes assembly hardware and full-end padding safety. You'll have to supply your own punching bag and the wall mounting hardware is easy to find at any hardware store.
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Perfect for the home or gym! Improve your hand eye coordination with this state of the art speed bag platform. Tremendous quality, tremendous value! Adjustable from youth to adult users!
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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great platform to start on,
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This review is from: Everlast Elite Adjustable Speedbag Platform (Sports)
Video (I've added my punching progress video to see the platform and bag in action): 00:30 - Swivel detail filmed with Canon EOS 5D Mark II and Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM Standard Zoom Lens 01:20 - Platform on wall 02:10 - Everlast Elite Leather Speed Bag on platform 03:36 - 1st day punching bag filmed with Canon 5D MKII and Canon EF 50mm f1.4 USM S Lens 04:24 - 1 hour punching progress 04:33 - 1 month later filmed with Apple iPhone 4 Black Smartphone 16GB (AT&T) 05:00 - 1 month punching progress This is a great platform to start off with because of the great value. I was able to assemble it myself after buying the proper mounting hardware (see photos that I have added). Don't expect IKEA-like instructions to show you step by step assembly, but if you were good with legos as a kid, you can look at the photos and video and figure it out. It really helps to have an impact drill to drive those large screws into the studs! The platform comes with a U type swivel which is great for "Boxing" style speed bagging hitting from the front. If you are into "Bible" boxing as seen on this DVD: TITLE Speed Bag Bible (DVD), then you might want to consider a ball swivel or a higher grade swivel. I also bought the TITLE Speed Bag Bible (Book), but haven't read it yet. I am learning by trying one new technique each week because I think it is fun and challenging. I done a bit of MMA style fighting and speed bagging in general should help with your timing and upper arm strength to keep your arms up. But you'll find that all kinds of folks from all ages; boys and girls, picking up this fun activity. If you search for the top Speed Bag forum online, you'll find a community of really helpful people. From a novice to another, I hope this video helps you make the decision of buying this platform. Tips: I used white lithium grease to reduce the squeaking of the swivel, just be sure to wipe off the excess. Add a 50lb bag of play sand (less than $6 from your local hardware store) to dampen the noise. Practice and get good with what you've got, you can upgrade the swivel or get a smaller bag when you improve. Invest in a good bag, start off with a large one to help with timing. Invest in good hand protection, missing a lot can cut up your hands with the wrong bag, and can discourage you. Buy M-Tape (at your local sports store), Everlast EverGel Hand Wraps,or properly use some Everlast Hand Wraps.
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect For My Home Gym!,
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This review is from: Everlast Elite Adjustable Speedbag Platform (Sports)
Great bag platform for the home gym!! I bought the "Elite" speedbag platform after reading the reviews and must say I'm glad I did. The Elite is a rock solid. You won't loose speed or rhythm to the movement of a flimsy frame or board. Mine came with Everlast's NEW style chrome plated Pro swivel that allows bag removal with the pulling of a simple cotter pin. (Not the hard to use old "Pro" style galvanized swivel with the chain link.) Coupled with a leather 4214 speed bag, this is one GREAT workout station!
I'd like to address some of the "issues" that that others have mentioned that might make you think twice about the Elite: First, and obviously, you will need tools to assemble and install. A drill, drill bit, #2 Phillips head screw driver, tape measure, Torpedo (magnetic is a plus) level, and adjustable wrench will do the trick. These are all basic tools even if you live in an apt. If you don't already own these, you should... These tools will be easy to find if you don't want your own a tool kit. Mounting Hardware: This unit comes with all the hardware needed EXCEPT the fasteners to mount the horizontal wood pieces to the wall. This is reasonable, since Everlast has no idea where you'll hang your unit. Why add to the cost of the unit by adding a bunch of un-needed hardware? - To mount through ½" drywall into wood studs, I used 4 ea - 5/16" x 4" Lag Screws, and washers (Cost about $2.00 total at Lowes), plus a longer drill bit to pre-drill the wall studs for the Lag Screws ($5.00 at Lowe's, but will go into my toolbox and be usable long after this project is done.) Lowe's sales folks can help you decide which is the best hardware for your application. I usually like to span 3 studs when hanging stuff, too, but this kit is set-up to attach to two, at 16". This is absolutely not a problem, my platform does not move what so ever. Ceiling Height: I'm 6'1 and set mine about 4 inches down from an 8ft ceiling. I'm using the top setting, (bottom of the bag about mid nose height) so if you are much taller, you may want to hang a little higher. Instructions: It really doesn't need any... There are only 8 separate parts, plus fasteners. A simple look at the front of the box (or the Amazon product photo) will show you how every thing assembles. Just start by figuring how high your top wood needs to be and work your way down. Keep things plumb and level. Took my son and I about 1.5 hours to install, and we were clowning around much of the time. All in all, this is the perfect set-up for my family and friends. I highly recommend this unit!
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great workout. Nice equipment.,
By BB "AZ Busman" (Arizona, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Everlast Elite Adjustable Speedbag Platform (Sports)
I installed the platform on two 2X4 boards secured very securely into my garage wall studs. This allowed for a very tight and secure installation. Initially the adjustable side of the rails seemed less secure than the opposite side, but with the hand adjustment knobs really cranked down the noise and rattle stopped. Great platform for my once or twice a week use. Nothing like a workout on the speed bag to rip your shoulders and arms. I needed a trip to the hardware store for the lag bolts (10), 2x4 boards cut longer than those supplied, a stud-finder, drill, ratchet set, and about 90 minutes to install by myself.
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