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Gravity Fitness GFPA Medium Parallettes with Wooden Handles
Gravity Fitness GFPA parallettes pair a steel frame with wooden handles for bodyweight training. The listing describes a medium set intended for exercises including push-ups, handstands and L-sits, with portable dimensions for home or gym use.
At a glance
- Wooden handles are presented as a sweat-absorbing grip option for calisthenics and bodyweight work.
- The manufacturer lists non-slip rubber pads and a steel frame, and describes the top bar as a one-piece construction.
- The listed 50L x 40W x 30H centimetres dimensions suit buyers who have space to store a medium-sized set.
- The listing names push-ups, handstands, planches and L-sits as intended exercises.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Wooden handles offer an alternative to bare steel for grip and hand comfort, according to the manufacturer.
- The listed 127 Kilograms maximum weight recommendation gives buyers a stated load limit to compare with their needs.
- The stated dimensions are useful for assessing floor space and storage before purchase.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Brand | GRAVITY FITNESS |
|---|---|
| Model | GFPA |
| Dimensions listed | 50L x 40W x 30H centimetres |
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| Material listed | Alloy Steel, Wood |
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| Maximum weight recommendation | 127 Kilograms |
|---|---|
| Handle type | cylindrical |
| Colour | Black |
| Warranty | lifetime |
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What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing gives a 4cm-diameter wooden handle in its feature text, while another component description says 38mm handles. These sizes differ, so confirm the selected version and handle dimensions before ordering. The stated lifetime warranty is a listing claim, with coverage terms not supplied.
What’s in the box
Included- Gravity Fitness Medium Parallettes with handles
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Calisthenics and bodyweight trainees practising push-ups, L-sits, handstands or planche progressions.
- Home gym users looking for a freestanding pair of medium parallettes with wooden handles.
- Buyers who can accommodate the listed 50L x 40W x 30H centimetres footprint.
Less suited to
- Anyone who needs dimensions smaller than the listed 50L x 40W x 30H centimetres.
- Users whose intended load exceeds the stated 127 Kilograms maximum weight recommendation.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights perceived sturdiness, grip and versatility for home workouts, but reports are mixed on assembly, stability and comfort. That matters for exercises where the bars need to sit evenly under load. The listing describes non-slip feet and a steel frame, but these claims do not resolve individual reports of bars not sitting flat or handles feeling uncomfortable.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the stand as sturdy and the grip as secure on wood floors.
- Customers mention usefulness across home workout exercises.
Mixed feedback
- Feedback differs on ease of assembly, with some finding it straightforward and others struggling.
- Stability experiences vary. Some report no rocking, while others say the bars do not sit flat.
- Hand comfort is mixed, with reports of both comfortable use and discomfort.
Frequently asked questions
What are these parallettes made from?
The listing specifies alloy steel and wood. It describes the handles as wooden and the frame as steel.
What dimensions are listed?
The stated dimensions are 50L x 40W x 30H centimetres.
What is the stated weight recommendation?
The listing gives a maximum weight recommendation of 127 Kilograms.
Which exercises does the listing mention?
It names push-ups, handstands, planches and L-sits, among other bodyweight exercises.
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