Best Dumbbells for Peloton Bike and Why You Should Use Them
When I first started Spinning on my Peloton, I wasn’t sure about Peloton Bike Dumbbell Weights and many other Peloton accessories, but the more I went with the instructor and tried them, the more I seemed to enjoy it. It wasn’t like a full gym weights workout, but it did break it up, and I enjoyed it not only because it was fun, but it helped my mobility, especially in my shoulders, and it did improve my strength. You are not only stuck using the 2lb Peloton dumbbells as you get stronger, but you will also require heavier weights, and in the article, I want to run through your best options for what you can use for dumbbells hand weights for peloton bike.
Although it might sound fundamental when coming to picking dumbbells for Peloton Bikes, there’s quite a lot to take into account. The first thing we think about is the material, then the grip size, the shape, and then we consider the variety of other weights the company offers. I think these are the essential points to look at small dumbbells for Peloton Bike Plus and Peloton Original, especially when you are buying them to last and do a great job in your home gym.
Portzon Dumbbells
I like these Peloton Bike dumbbells, and I have seen many sets in gyms on my travels. It’s pretty easy to see why gyms use them because they are of very high quality. They may look quite simple, but the design is brilliant.
The first thing to make a note of is the material. They are made of cast iron on the inside and coated in neoprene. Neoprene is a fantastic material and offers a considerable amount of grip when you are using them, not only when dry but also when wet. If you were to drop them on the floor, they wouldn’t make the floor, and the dumbbell would also not get marked easily either.
They come with hexagonal ends so they won’t roll away, and also they are rounded at every corner. It has an oversized grip for you to hold, which offers better comfort to the fingers and protects your nails. They come in all different colors and have a vast range of weights to select from. What’s great about these Peloton spin bike dumbbells is a variety to pick any weight and color and mix it up. Very few companies do this.
Sizes
1lbs, 2lbs, 3lbs, 4lbs, 5lbs, 6lbs, 8lbs and 10lbs
Colors
Mixed any weight
Amazon Basics
Amazon has been selling the basics fitness range for years, and it is excellent. You’re not going to get any thrills, and more than likely, the product is perfect, but it’s nice to see they have looked into the details when it comes to these Peloton Bike Dumbbell Weights.
Unlike the Portzons, they have a gleaming finish to them, and I like this. Weights don’t usually look this good. Although shiny, it boasts a non-slip surface made of vinyl. I feel even with a drop on the floor. They are not going to cause any damage to the coating.
The grip works a little bit differently from the other weights we were talking about today. As the weights get bigger, they get more prominent as a whole, so you will find the grip size will increase while the weight does too. This isn’t to everyone’s taste, I personnel have pretty small hands and found it a bit of a nuisance when it came to anything over 10lbs, and I was as sure on them as the smaller ones. I like the fact you can have much heavier weights compared to most brands on the market. You can’t mix and match colors with these, depending on the weight depending on color.
Sizes
2lbs, 3lbs, 4lbs, 5lbs, 7lbs, 8lbs, 9lbs, 10lbs, 15lbs, and 20lbs.
Colors
Mixed by weight
Cap Weights
The Cap Dumbbell, very similar to the Portion in appearance but some very subtle differences. Firstly a 3mm thick layer of neoprene makes them appealing to hold and use. Secondly, the fact you can buy these Peloton dumbbells for total body workout as a single unit, not as a pair, goes a long way.
The Matt finish makes them look classy and gives it a non-slip surface, so you have nothing to worry about when it comes to keeping hold of them when you feel a little bit sweaty.
Unlike the Portzon the grip is small, almost the whole range of weights. The color is only available in Matt Black. As mentioned before, you can buy these hand weight dumbbell for Peloton Bike in singles too, so the heavier weights, you can get one as many exercises don’t require two.
Sizes
1lbs, 2lbs, 3lbs, 4lbs, 5lbs, 6lbs, 7lbs, 8lbs, 9lbs, 10lbs, 12lbs and 15lbs
Colors
Matt Black
RBX Weights
The RBX weights are pretty different from the others. Firstly just looking at them, they look space age and incredible. I like how unique they look, and they do compliment the Peloton bike.
They are neoprene in material with a matt finish. The surface is non-slip, and they feel friendly and very controllable when going through exercises.
They have lesser options compared to the Cap, Amazon Basics, and the Portzon. The weights differ significantly in shape depending on what size you pick. The 2lbs are rounded at the ends, the 3lbs have triangular ends, and the 5lbs have a square end. I think it’s an entertaining idea, but in my gym, at home, I like my weights to differ in size, but I guess not in shape. They come in a variety of colors, and they are nice Matt shades.
Sizes
2lbs, 3lbs, 5lbs
Colors
Mixed any weight
The Final Verdict
I am pretty critical of my fitness equipment, and I like my home gym and workout area looking good, and I like being a bit different. The dumbbell hand weights for Peloton Bike were just not enough for me, though. The set here for me is the Portzons. I love the shape and the variety of colors. I feel they offer more than the other brands and a real personal edge. The Amazon Basics, Caps, and the RBX are excellent weights and good value for money, but I feel the Portzons offer so much more customization.
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