New GR8FLEX Review: Update, Corrections, and Better than Total Gym?
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- čas přidán 7. 08. 2024
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An update and review of the Black Carbon Edition GR8FLEX machine. I'll also discuss GR8FLEX as a company, their lifetime warranty, use of resistance bands, and how they compare to a Total Gym. Would love to hear your thoughts as well.
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0:00 - Intro
1:30 - "Special Package"
2:45 - Update on GR8FLEX Co.
4:50 - Black Carbon Review
8:00 - New Thoughts / Corrections
10:11 - Resistance Bands vs Weight Bar
12:22 - Summary Thoughts
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GR8FLEX told me in order to get the FREE "heavy bands" with the package to make sure you add them as well along with the Black Carbon model to the cart then enter the promo code "GR8MIKE" at checkout to get them free. You should see that taken out at checkout.
Mike I tried to use your code on the GR8 website and it says that the code isn’t good for the items in my cart and it the unit that you are reviewing in this video . Let me know if there’s a problem with the code or a way to get the discount. I don’t see the heavy bands also. Thank you
@@rambojohn7118 HI John sorry for this delay. I thought I responded to this one. From what they told me ( and I also just tried it) you have to have the Black Carbon and the heavy bands in the cart at checkout, then when you put the code in (GR8MIKE) you'll see the discount and the bands adjusted to (free). Hope that helps.
Honestly, I found overtime that the weight bar attachment for the total gym is a waste of time, yes, you can add weight, but if you add 90 pounds worth of weight, just as an example, you’re not gonna get an extra 90 pounds. The resistance bands I find to be much better because you get the full resistance that they offer. For the total gym, they’re much better than free weights
I'm there with you on that.
ty for taking care of international users/ viewers!!
No problem! Appreciate you guys
Another great review. Thrilled to see that the company is not only standing by their original product but also making small improvements here and there as well as expanding their product line. Going from the Weider to the TG Fit the one thing I was disappointed with was the lack of resistance bands but figured it would still be worth it and bought the weight bar with it. Hopefully this can lead to some healthy competition between the two of them. Appreciate what you do!
Thanks andrew. Of course you can’t go wrong with the FIT though, solid machine.
Can't wait to get one of these!! Great review!!
Thank you!
You nailed it. The only reason I didn't buy this over the FIT was the weight bar!
I have had my Gr8flex for more than 4 years. I bought the camo model and still use it. My husband did repair a wheel. I bought the TG later essentially for the weight bar. I use both, Gr8flex for the lower body, TG for the upper
Thanks you, I thought I remember you saying you had one.
Great review and so glad there is more on the market to choose from.
Amen Lou. I don’t know if I ever asked, but what model do you have?
I have the Fit and years ago I had the 11000 that looked like a latter and was awesome until it cracked.@@hybridresistance
Great video Mike. I’m very pleased with my GR8FLEX machine and with the company’s responsiveness to my concerns. My two cents on the weight bar vs. resistance bands: I prefer the GR8FLEX’s system of resistance bands for the same reason I like adjustable dumbbells: because I don’t want to store a bunch of weights anywhere.
I'm there with you. The easiest thing to use generally gets used the most.
This was a great video and love how GR8 can take the resistance bands whereas TGF we need to rig it to work with resistance bands. If the TGF ever needs to be replaced unless they bring in the ability to use bands to add resistance I’ll switch to GR8. I have the TGF bar to add weight but it’s a cumbersome accessory to use whereas the bands on GR8 look much easier.
Very cool Mike! Competition always generates ingenuity.
Definitely.
Great to see an undated review, Mike. I bought my gr8flex a year ago after watching your comparison review vid. Absolutely love my it. Has worked out real well for me. I might never have found this brand if it wasn’t for your vid. Thanks. 😉👍🏼
The only critique I have after a year of use, and there is only one for me …And that’s how quickly/frequently the resistance bands break.
A few of mine have only last a few weeks before the rubber interior snaps. At around £70 ( UK price ) they’re expensive to replace when you need to do that 4-5 times a year.. ( My experience ) Being in the UK, understandably takes longer to get replacements delivered. I’ve had to go a few weeks where I can’t use the Gr8flex beneficially ( I need the resistance ) having to wait for new bands to arrive. The gr8flex is a really solid piece of equipment. Very happy to have bought it, and would definitely recommend it. The bands just need to be either stronger for a longer lifespan , or significantly better value on the price front.
Thanks for that heads up. I’ll definitely be testing the heck more out of these bands, but I feel like you should be able to get a free replacement if they’re breaking that quickly.
@@hybridresistance Be cool to see how you go with bands. Esp as you really hammer you sliding benches. I use mine across all exercises every day.. Maybe mine break because they’re not intended to be used so consistently. Love all the vids you post, Mike. You’re the go to Man for all things sliding bench. 😉👍🏼.
I’m glad to see some real quality competition for the total gym. Competition usually drives innovation. Wonder if gr8flex will ever make a commercial model.
That's a Great question although I think their market is more geared towards the average home workout consumer demanding a quality machine at a more reasonable price.
Another great review. Any chance you can give your thoughts on the new power jym reveal from bodylastics? I’m curious what your thoughts our given you are using bands a lot more lately.
I'm trying to get information on it, but can't see any pictures. Thanks for the heads up .
Solid! Decided for me! The weight bar is now included hahaha!
Another great review! Do you think that you will ever review the Harambe K bar in the future? Would love to know your thoughts on their bar vs the X3 long bar
Thanks my friend. Yes, I do see that in the near future.
Got to say I loved the TG and enjoyed the feel even more than free weights and I'm a avid bodybuilder, nice and streamlined, easy set up and can still build a nice physique off these 100% I will be getting a GR8 Flex definitely, this looks one step up from the TG. Everything you need in one, just genius these things.
I am very grateful for your channel filling in this niche
Thanks my friend.
I agree with you 100% that if GR8FLEX were to add a weight bar attachment to their gym they would SLAP the Total Gym Fit model to a distance second. Imagine having 90 pound resistance in bands and another 90 pound of resistance with weight plates. That would be a match made in heaven for the sliding bench trainer world.
Keep up the good work and let us know if the new squat stand can stand up to the force of heavy leg press training.🎉🎉🎉
I do think there’s going to be some interesting models coming out in the future from both companies. Thanks again Jose for watching.
I agree the fit is way overpriced and If GR8FLEX adds a weight bar it could offer serious competition. And honestly total gyms warranty is sketchy if you don’t buy directly from them.
Thanks for the video
No problem.
This appears to be a useful machine, I was wondering what the dimensions and weight of this?Thanks for the post. Happy workouts. 🤔👍✌
I use the weight bar specifically as handles when doing jump squats on total gym. I had to jury rig handles on my Gr8flex in order to do same type leg exercises. The bands that come with the Gr8flex eventually stretch and are garbage. I tried the amazon upgraded bands also but also junk after a few uses and returned them
I'd buy a GR8FLEX if they added the weight bar. I don't weight much, so to get enough resistance, I need the added weight. Thanks for the review!
Thanks for watching.
I may have missed it did you review the Vigor Fit? These are gyms are definitely more expensive but currently shopping around, the videos are really helpful.
Unfortunately no. They've been out of business for years, but still keep the website up.
@@hybridresistance appreciate your video’s, definitely helps with shopping these units and was unaware vigor fit was gone!
That’s a beauty of a machine
Hello Mike I a a sunscriber and there isn't a video you hosted that I didn't. Anyway, I like the Gr8flex machine especially the affordability factor but would like to know if its possible to fit looped style bands or is it brand compatible only?
Thanks so much and sorry for the delay. There'd be a way under the carriage of the machine, kind of what I do with the TG if you've ever seen that. But again, just not sure long term how it will hold up.
Hi Mike! I was wondering what is the difference between the model on the GR8FLEX site and the model on Amazon the XL? Tried finding a video or article that explained but I must be missing something here to explain the price difference.
They initially told me that from their site they'd include some extras in their package and you can get the "heavy bands" free if added to the cart using the promo code.
Excellent video.. Love It but still hesitating to get this machine..
What's your opinion about this Gr8flex vs digital weights machine like Speediance (Gym monster or Gym Pal)?
Thanks in advance for your reply.. I have to take my final decision.. 😉
I'd say if you can hold off for a bit, I'll give you a detailed answer that on an upcoming video. But just like everything, everyone is going to have their specific likes/dislikes and needs. Benefit of a SBT is (especially if you upgrade the cables/wheels), is they essentially will last you for life, don't require electricity, and are cheaper. But they don't have all the other bells & whistles of a smart gym.
Thanks a lot for your reply.. So I will wait a bit but I'm impatient to get my machine and begin workouts... I think I will go to SBT because of smoothness(I'm 56 years old... 😉)
Ha. I was just looking over videos of this machine this past week.
I didn't know this one existed until recently.
Hi Mike! Off the top of your head or from experience, how does the size of the glide board compare to TG Fit or XLS? Thanks so much.
It's pretty much identical to a FIT
@@hybridresistance thank you
Offering a weight bar with the bands would be great
Looks like a great machine. Thanks for sharing.
thats the limousine of total gyms😊 like it,heavy duty ,band loaded so it will save the rollers,i always say ill take the cheapest sliding gym but this one is nice!i have the 1800 model and use white lithium spray on the rails so its smooth like a train,appreciate yr content mike yr always relevant bro 🫡
Thanks Elad. As long as the rollers are in check that 1800 model will last forever.
@@hybridresistance absolutely mike 😊
Thanks for another great review Mike,appreciate your content! I was wondering if you have a P.O. BOX as there is something I've rigged up for the TG Fit that kind of mimimicks where the bands are on the Gr8flex and would interested to get your input and thoughts and help support the channel.
Thanks Joseph, can you shoot me an email?
Sent you an email if still interested
Is the gr8flex longer than the Fit at all when unfolded please?
They are pretty much identical when unfolded. A pro with the GF is that is has wheels for whatever that is worth.
Mike I tried to use your code on the GR8 website and it says that the code isn’t good for the items in my cart and it the unit that you are reviewing in this video . Let me know if there’s a problem with the code or a way to get the discount. I don’t see the heavy bands also. Thank you
Thanks for question. I pinned a comment on this in the comment section after the company reached out to me about this but basically you have to add the "black carbon" model and the purple bands to the cart, then at checkout enter the code and you'll see the discount and the bands listed as "FREE". I just tried it and it still works, because I wasn't sure if the quantities sold out yet.
Hey Mike, another thought came to mind when you mentioned GR8FLEX was open to the idea of adding a weight bar attachment to their sliding bench trainer, and that though is AMERICANS LOVES IRON and NOT RUBBER. Especially in the fitness industry. Our mantra to adding resistance is through weights and not so much through bands.
If GR8FLEX wants to seriously compete in Total Gym’s space in the sliding bench industry they need to realize that fitness enthusiasts in the U.S. prefer using weights. Having the option to add bands is great and will give them a huge edge over the Total Gym brand once their slinging bench is fitted to add a weight bar attachment.
It would definitely up the leg game of the sliding bench trainers
I agree wholeheartedly. Lets hope they add weight bar feature to their 2024 line up of sliding bench trainer.
@@JoseSuarez-bk3qg Yep I was hesitant that the company would not last but it looks like they are here to stay to offer competition
@@mrqualityreviewer4752 true.
True points Jose.
I wonder if GRE8FLEX would be open to competing with total gym in professional models. If they had a model with a higher tower like the GTS. Maybe an in between product that would offer more resistance to users who want a more challenging workout
I think both companies are favoring a sweet spot of mark up on these products. From what I hear they’re also phasing out the GTS.
@@hybridresistance Really what are they going to replace it with. The GTS was good for more serious workouts
Do you have a store? Id like one of those shirts you're wearing! (Well not the exact one that you're wearing lol)
Yes, I'm happy you asked because I forgot I need to fix it (or move to another platform) but here it is primitive-home-fitness.creator-spring.com/apparel
They need to revise this so that regular loop or tube bands can be used. Not just the proprietary ones. Then it would be more compelling. Bands break. Proprietary $$$
Do you no longer have/use the bigger total gym model ?
I definitely still use it. Just showing some love to other models per viewers request.
@@hybridresistance I wonder 🤔. If you did nothing but weight training for 30 days and logged your workouts and then nothing but total gym and logged those workouts and compared results... Pros and cons of each. That be some useful information
Hmm good stuff. Not sure I will ever consider this. TG would only change if this machine cut into their sales. I would rather use a weight bar vs resistance bands personally
What in the gimminy cricket is a sliding bench, so weird.
? He makes it pretty clear.
Thanks Good information to share with us. Still seems that the Amazon price is better than direct order from Gr8flex
I did talk to them about that.