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any used fitness equipment ireland ?or recomend elsewhere to order dumbbells?

  • 30-12-2020 11:28PM
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    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 602 ✭✭✭vafankillar


    sent them a message earlier on facebook/instagram to no reply, rang but no answer, so just wondering has anyone used them recently and how was delivery and where you happy otherwise?

    just wanting to order two hex dumb bells, or if anyone else has a recommendation for a somewhere to order from that does delivery, based in dublin


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,912 ✭✭✭✭Alf Veedersane


    What size DBs?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,295 ✭✭✭greasepalm


    Plenty of stuff on Adverts and Donedeal as worth a look.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 602 ✭✭✭vafankillar


    What size DBs?

    12.5kg or 15kg, probably 12.5kg since a bit more affordable.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 602 ✭✭✭vafankillar


    greasepalm wrote: »
    Plenty of stuff on Adverts and Donedeal as worth a look.

    there was a nice set lastt time i saw just before gyms opened back up and I let it slide, regretting it now. none in dublin or close enoguh to me there now


  • Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 3,522 Mod ✭✭✭✭Black Sheep


    I’ve bought hex DBs from them (2 sets) in the past couple weeks. No issues. It was delivered in Dublin. Not mega fast but they’re legit enough.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,912 ✭✭✭✭Alf Veedersane


    12.5kg or 15kg, probably 12.5kg since a bit more affordable.

    https://touch.adverts.ie/weights/12-5-kg-hex-rubber-dumbells-pair/22420663

    Their 15s are €110.

    I've got a few bits and pieces off Gymless and always been happy. Quick with delivery.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 602 ✭✭✭vafankillar


    I’ve bought hex DBs from them (2 sets) in the past couple weeks. No issues. It was delivered in Dublin. Not mega fast but they’re legit enough.

    Around how long where you waiting can you remember?


  • Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 3,522 Mod ✭✭✭✭Black Sheep


    Around how long where you waiting can you remember?

    When I made the order I got an automated email from them acknowledging it and warning that because of a high volume of orders delivery times would be 4-7 working days. I can't say for sure but I do think it was within that time range. I ordered at the end of November and I've been using them for a while, I don't think I was waiting longer than 6-7 days.

    I did notice at the time a lot of places were listing hex dumbbells that were actually pre-order, not in stock.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 602 ✭✭✭vafankillar


    they got back to me today and said I could collect, didn't think they'd have that tbh, so will do that.

    I assume 2 x 12.5kg dumbells would be completely fine weight-wise in a regular taxi's boot?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 32,582 ✭✭✭✭Mars Bar


    they got back to me today and said I could collect, didn't think they'd have that tbh, so will do that.

    I assume 2 x 12.5kg dumbells would be completely fine weight-wise in a regular taxi's boot?

    Of course. Weighs less than a full suitcase


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  • Posts: 15,055 ✭✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    Is gym gear still going for silly prices?

    I've a full home gym that never really gets much/any use, and was toying with the idea of selling it all, but never really put any more thought into it.


  • Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 3,522 Mod ✭✭✭✭Black Sheep


    Is gym gear still going for silly prices?

    I've a full home gym that never really gets much/any use, and was toying with the idea of selling it all, but never really put any more thought into it.

    2020 saw a lot of rusty Argos weights taken out of sheds and put up on Done Deal as if it was a full set of Eleiko bar and competition plates :pac:

    People are definitely still looking, though, yes ... Probably is the time to sell if you have something you're not using.


  • Posts: 15,055 ✭✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    2020 saw a lot of rusty Argos weights taken out of sheds and put up on Done Deal as if it was a full set of Eleiko bar and competition plates :pac:

    People are definitely still looking, though, yes ... Probably is the time to sell if you have something you're not using.

    I've been thinking about it all day, and although I have a lot of decent gear, and a varied selection, at that, I reckon, although I don't really use it, if i were to part with it, I'd only end up missing it and re-buying it again down the road. So, much as it's probably a foolish decision, I'll hold onto it for the moment.


    One thing I will say, though, is that my home gym stuff must be about 4-5 years old by now, and it's all still in great shape. It's a worthy investment it would seem. Albeit, I bought my stuff all from new, because I felt the second-hand prices were stupidly high and too close to brand new prices (and that was long before the lockdown price boosting).


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,912 ✭✭✭✭Alf Veedersane


    I've been thinking about it all day, and although I have a lot of decent gear, and a varied selection, at that, I reckon, although I don't really use it, if i were to part with it, I'd only end up missing it and re-buying it again down the road. So, much as it's probably a foolish decision, I'll hold onto it for the moment.


    One thing I will say, though, is that my home gym stuff must be about 4-5 years old by now, and it's all still in great shape. It's a worthy investment it would seem. Albeit, I bought my stuff all from new, because I felt the second-hand prices were stupidly high and too close to brand new prices (and that was long before the lockdown price boosting).

    Better equipment will hold its price for a lot longer so decent gear that's second hand won't necessarily be knocked down an awful lot compared to new.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24 Abcryan123


    I recently bought adjustable dumbbells, they are expensive but I feel they are worth it. Should be good for life.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 629 ✭✭✭swededmonkey


    I got a set 10kg, 20kg, 30kg dumbells with a pull up bar from bar from pull up monster. They're based in glasnevin. I contacted them through WhatsApp on their Facebook page and collected the next day. Everything made from steel and happy with the quality and quick turnaround considering the demand for home equipment


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 602 ✭✭✭vafankillar


    fitness equipment ireland sold out, and was just in the process of ordering somewhere else and they sold out. christ, it rly is hard to just get a pair of hex dumbbells in dublin


  • Posts: 81,308 CMod ✭✭✭✭ Lachlan Cuddly Sack


    fitness equipment ireland sold out, and was just in the process of ordering somewhere else and they sold out. christ, it rly is hard to just get a pair of hex dumbbells in dublin

    gymless on adverts have stuff, might be on pre order though


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 602 ✭✭✭vafankillar


    bluewolf wrote: »
    gymless on adverts have stuff, might be on pre order though


    seems like the only option, just i'm off this week and usually no one home. they're shipping from the 7th with 2/3 working days so likely just as i head back to work next week. what would happen with something like this if no one was home ? i know a lot of people are workign from home but dont understand how people who aren't are ever supposed to be able actually get deliveries lol


    EDIT: just saw this on their facebook, so hoepfully i can ask to leave out the back or something.

    "Our couriers will notify you of the delivery date when they receive your goods, where you will have the option to make alternative arrangements such as leave with neighbour, change day etc. directly with the courier."


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,912 ✭✭✭✭Alf Veedersane


    fitness equipment ireland sold out, and was just in the process of ordering somewhere else and they sold out. christ, it rly is hard to just get a pair of hex dumbbells in dublin

    Try this....29 pairs of the 12.5s left


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 602 ✭✭✭vafankillar


    sound everyone for replies. just ordered with gymless. hopefully they'll be quick and if worst comes to worst and the lockdown extends I can order again if needed!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,912 ✭✭✭✭Alf Veedersane


    sound everyone for replies. just ordered with gymless. hopefully they'll be quick and if worst comes to worst and the lockdown extends I can order again if needed!

    The only time I had to wait more than 3 working days with them was when I ordered a slam ball that they didn't have in stock. I think I ended up getting it in about 7 working days but they had offered an alternative that would have arrived within 3 days of the order so couldn't complain even if I was the kind to.


  • Posts: 81,308 CMod ✭✭✭✭ Lachlan Cuddly Sack


    My fitness ire order that was 4-7 days arrived in 3


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 602 ✭✭✭vafankillar


    they were supposed to be dispatched tomorrow but somehow arrived today so that worked out brilliantly :D delighted


  • Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 299 ✭✭DessieJames



    Their 15s are €110.

    I've got a few bits and pieces off Gymless and always been happy. Quick with delivery.

    wouldnt mind these myself but steep enough, i never knew these would be that expensive


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,912 ✭✭✭✭Alf Veedersane


    wouldnt mind these myself but steep enough, i never knew these would be that expensive

    And that's a good price for those.

    You'll pay more even for the new companies sprouting up here that are making their own.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,912 ✭✭✭✭Alf Veedersane


    they were supposed to be dispatched tomorrow but somehow arrived today so that worked out brilliantly :D delighted

    :)
    Like I said, I have always found them good to deal with and quick with delivery so have mentioned them a few times on the forum and gone back for a few more items over time.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 602 ✭✭✭vafankillar


    ffs, had my headphones in this morning and thought I heard the doorbell ring, and just noticed a missed call.

    just realized now i've ordred two ****ing pairs.


    since they were half the price and so many of the sites were selling one for that price, i automatically hit x 2, since i kept fearing all week i'd accidentally only order 1 when I was looking around (and maybe even get stuck with one for weeks since orders keep selling out)

    ****ing knew it went too smoothly, nothing ever goes that smoothly


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,912 ✭✭✭✭Alf Veedersane


    ffs, had my headphones in this morning and thought I heard the doorbell ring, and just noticed a missed call.

    just realized now i've ordred two ****ing pairs.


    since they were half the price and so many of the sites were selling one for that price, i automatically hit x 2, since i kept fearing all week i'd accidentally only order 1 when I was looking around (and maybe even get stuck with one for weeks since orders keep selling out)

    ****ing knew it went too smoothly, nothing ever goes that smoothly

    Have done that myself before thinking they weren't sold as a pair.

    Nor with dumbbells mind. Just sold the spare set on Donedeal.


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  • Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 299 ✭✭DessieJames


    And that's a good price for those.

    You'll pay more even for the new companies sprouting up here that are making their own.
    p
    cheers id no idea of the price of these


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