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BigJosh
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Versa Gripps
Which type do you recommend? The Fit Series, The Classic Series or the Pro Series? Got a few extra bucks and thinking about ordering a pair.
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01-08-2013, 11:32 AM
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I've never used straps, but I love my Versa Gripps. I have the fit series in black. Use them when I do back work. Really helped with my elbow/forearms issues.
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01-08-2013, 11:32 AM
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VG's are one of the best purchases I have ever made. Steve recommended them to me quite awhile ago.
They wrap on the bar quickly and easily, which is really important on deadlifts. They provide a big sense of stability and firmness with the grip. They are also way more durable than regular straps and will last you for many years. I have the Pro series, but I don't remember what the difference is. Could be load rating? I'd go with the Pro version for when you pull your 500.  It's pretty much a no brainer to go with them. I wish I had invented them.
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01-08-2013, 11:33 AM
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I love my versa grips. If it is a pull, I am using them. I have friends that use them for everything, pulls and pushes, but I am not comfortable with them on pushes. I like that they are easy set up and easy release and yet super strong.
I would spend the bit extra and get the pro model.
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01-08-2013, 11:49 AM
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BendtheBar
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Much easier to hook in than straps, more durable, and the grip is a death grip.
They are the luxury car of straps. I use the Pros. I beat the snot out of them and they are still going strong 4 years later.
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01-08-2013, 12:10 PM
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markievicz
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ricka182
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Time to start over...
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Another Versa-Grip user here... I just got a new pair for Christmas, can't wait to grab a bar! Like BTB said, the grip is death-like. But it's still so easy to let go if needed.
I would recco the Pro series as well, especially for heavy pulls. They make the lift itself easier to focus on, versus getting a grip on tight enough.
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01-08-2013, 12:52 PM
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BACON & BOOBIES!!!
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I just got the pros, thanks to BtB advice. Girp is 100% better! Easier to use, or quicker. I still need to break them in more, but I'm not dissappointed at all!!!
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gaspers04
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Still using straps, mine are pretty durable. 700lb shrugs with no breaks week after week.
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Using schiek dowel lifting straps, for a fraction of the price of versa, quality seems to be excellent. only been using them for a few months though...
Schiek, Inc. - Lifting Straps |
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