Customer Reviews

EA Sports Active Accessory Pack

5 star:		(31)
4 star:		(14)
3 star:		(9)
2 star:		(3)
1 star:		(7)

 

 

I purchased this package 4-1/2 months ago along with the Sports Active game. Today I noticed that the neoprene rubber backing on both of the leg bands is tearing along the seam at the end of the velcro strap. Each leg band has been used for approximately 24 workouts (equivalent to being worn for 12 hours). I contacted customer support and was told that EA's official policy was that the bands would only be replaced under warranty within 90 days of purchase, no matter how little they were used before the damage was discovered. The customer support representative commented that this has been a very common failure and that the warranty department has been absolutely inflexible on the expiration of the warranty period.

The flaw in the design is obvious. The line of stitches places holes (which concentrate stress) along the edge of where the inflexible velcro strap meets the flexible neoprene backing. That promotes formation of rips starting at those holes. EA should fix the design and replace all of the bands of the old design that fail.

The resistance band is very soft and does not provide nearly enough resistance for most adults. I purchased a 3-pack of light/medium/heavy resistance bands from sporting goods store, and even the light band was significantly stiffer than the EA Sports band.

Since this kit includes only the faulty leg band, a useless resistance band, and some uncomfortable handles, I rate it a 1.

Since I'm not quite ready to review the actual game yet, here's my run-down on the accessories:

The leg strap that's used to hold the nun chuck for certain exercises works. It's pretty comfortable, and when set to the right tightness stays in place quite well. I'm not sure it has to do with the leg strap itself, but I find that doing alternating side lunges, the games doesn't recognize my positions well when I have to go left. To the right, no problem. Rather than over by shorts, I strap it straight to my leg - it seems to stay in place better. I sweat a bit beneath it, but hey, I'm working out here so it's expected.

The elastic resistance band could have been thought out a bit better. First, you have to attach the handles to it yourself, though this isn't difficult. It seems to have good resistance and so far has been quite durable. My biggest complaint would have to be the handles - they're not comfortable at all, especially since you'll be holding the remote and nun chuck in the same hands. Depending on the exercise you're doing, the position of the handle slips in your hands - this is painfully obvious during tricep kickbacks. Also, it'd be better if the center of the strap was somehow marked - that way when you're positioning it on the floor to step on, you could better ensure even resistances for both hands/arms. I find that I often have to readjust position and tension during the exercise which often results in those annoying reminders to 'Hold still' and 'Slow down'.

Overall these are cool accessories - something more to provide resistance is a boon for any fitness title and the leg strap accomplishes its goal.

I ordered this set to complement EA Sports Active More Workouts, which does not come with these accessories.

It was a bad choice: the resistance band broke after just three weeks of use (about eight workouts) and it's clear the leg strap is not far behind. The good news is that the EA Sports online customer service has been friendly and helpful. The bad news is that the replacement parts will be just as bad as the originals! This set might be ok if you are completely out of shape and put only minimal stress on both the strap and band.

Strongly recommend that you look at ordering a different strap - there are lots of options on Amazon and your local sporting goods store. As for the leg strap, I've tried wearing tighter training shorts and rolling the controller inside the band. It's not perfect, but it seems to work.

Please read the other reviews carefully. Most of the high ratings are for the game, which is terrific. The reviews related to the quality and design of this product are generally pretty low.

With this add-on my wife and I can work out together. Unlike some of the other one's like Wii Fit where you would have to take turns. You can workout "co-op" to to complete the exercises.

I've owned EA Active since it came out and have loved every single minute of it. I'd workout then my roomy would workout since we only had 1 strap to use. So it made it not that much fun from a watching stand point. We just bought a 2nd leg strap and LOVE THIS workout all over again. It is so much fun working out with someone. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND buying the 2nd strap to workout with ANYONE who wants to try it with you or if you have kids that want to try it. It's a great addition. Not worth $20 (because the resistance tube is useless...you have to go and buy a better one which is more $) but just to buy the handles and the strap is worth it in the long run. The handles are uncomfortable and I'm going to try and put some foam padding on them and see if that helps any. It gets the job done after playing for about an hour. It gets me up and moving my butt each and every day along with Gold's Gym Cardio Boxing....LOVEEEEEEEEEE IT! Love burning over 1000 calories just between Active and Gold's Gym. FUNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN!

The accessory pack for EA sports not well designed. I have used the let strap several times and it does not stay on your thigh. It tends to slip and slide down your let unless you pull it so tight is block your circulation. FInally, I pinned it to my sweats to keep it in place.

This pack allows a 2nd person to exercise at the same time. I find that having a workout partner makes it a little competitive in a fun way. It felt more like a game than an actual workout. The personal trainer game has great variety and on the higher intensity can really whip you into shape...NO PAIN NO GAIN!

This Pack is ok. Flat-ok. Why? Cheap bands, and expect just 2 very simple items inside the "Pack". A cheap stock Resistance Band (which you can buy of a much better quality at wal-mart for around 5 bucks) and the Leg Strap, which is ok, but if you are on a restricted budget i'd strongly recommend to attach the nunchuck of your partner with any kind of strap available at home. You'll save 15 bucks plus shipping and get a similar work-out experience. If you have the money, buy it. Just my two cents.

Got this accessory for the "more work out" game. The leg control holder is pretty good does its job and doesn't slip often. The rubber bands are ok but feel a bit flim. They do work and once I tied them a little bit shorter they provide enough resistance for some of the exercises but not really enough for curls. Overall, if you have the game you need this.

This pack is necessary if you share the Wii Active and need another set of handles for the resistance band.