The Project Rock 1 is a high-top training shoe that was constructed by Under Armour with the help of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. Of all the lifting and cross training shoes we've reviewed to date, the Under ... Continue Reading
Adidas Power Perfect 3 Review
In early 2019, Adidas announced the Power Perfect 3 weightlifting shoe's release with relatively no announcement. This model is an update to the previous Adidas Power Perfect 2 that debuted back in 2011. ... Continue Reading
Nike Metcon 4 XD Review
The Nike Metcon 4 XD is the latest cross training shoe to be released in Nike's popular Metcon line. The Nike Metcon 4 XD is an update to the previous Metcon 4 and offers a couple subtle construction ... Continue Reading
NOBULL Trainer Review
Author's Note: This is an updated review. We wrote an initial NOBULL Trainer review back in 2016, and have since put this shoe through even more tests to provide you with an accurate ... Continue Reading
Adidas Powerlift 4 Review — Best Version Yet?
The Adidas Powerlift 4 is the latest Adidas shoe to debut in the popular "Powerlift" shoe line. This weightlifting shoe tends to have a pretty consistent reputation across all lifting circles, and that's ... Continue Reading
What Equipment Is In the BarBend Gym?
In case you didn't notice, we film a lot of videos here at BarBend spanning from reviews to educational content. Over the last year, we've spent a considerable amount of time connecting and working with a ... Continue Reading
Under Armour TriBase™ Reign Cross Training Shoe Review — Hit or Miss?
Functional fitness athletes and cross training shoe fans get ready, Under Armour has created their first ever cross training shoe. The Under Armour TriBase™ Reign is UA's first ever shoe designed ... Continue Reading
Reebok Speed Her TR Review — Good for Training or Lifting?
As the official apparel partner of CrossFit (or at least until 2020), it’s never too surprising when Reebok releases a good looking training shoe that’s meant for both slinging weights and running short ... Continue Reading
Reebok JJ Watt II Shoe Review — Can They Support Weight?
When it comes to cross-training, multiple shoe companies try to create shoe renditions that embody the perfect mixture of versatility and comfort. For those who cross-train and like Reebok, then often ... Continue Reading
Nike Metcon DSX Flyknit 2 Review — Most Mobile Metcon?
In early December 2017, Nike dropped their second rendition of the Nike Metcon DSX Flyknit 2. This Metcon model boasts multiple signature Nike shoe attributes and is designed to support heavy ... Continue Reading
Nike Free TR V8 Review — Good for Heavy Lifting?
The Nike Free TR V8, or TR8 as it's commonly known, is a hybrid focused training shoe that resembles a Nike Free x Metcon, but performs like a Nike Free shoe. In fact, without taking a closer look at the ... Continue Reading
Reebok Speed TR Review — Best for Speed Training?
When it comes to cross training shoes and Reebok, many athletes associate WODs, metabolic conditioning workouts, and versatile workouts with the Reebok Nano. And while the Nano has definitely staked its ... Continue Reading
Nike Free x Metcon Review – Comfiest Cross Trainer Yet?
Cross training shoes continue to grow and develop in the strength sports world. The latest model to hit the market is the Nike Free X Metcon, which is designed to be a bridge between Nike's Metcon and Nike ... Continue Reading
Pseudois Weight Lifting Gloves Review
Gloves are supportive pieces of strength equipment that support a lifter's ability to endure long sessions that utilize grip. They're often used by lifters who are trying to avoid excessive wear and tear ... Continue Reading
Trideer Lifting Gloves Review
If you're newer to lifting, concerned about rough hands, or partake in a strength sport that requires a lot of grip, then lifting gloves can be useful supportive strength tool for you. Often times, it will ... Continue Reading
Aoliga Workout Gloves Review
Lifting gloves can be useful tools for athletes who are doing prolonged workout sessions and are worried about wear and tear on their hands. Generally, calisthenic athletes, bodybuilders, and the general ... Continue Reading
Element 26 Weightlifting Belt Review
Element 26 is an online company that focuses on providing strength athletes with versatile nylon belts. Their belt is designed slightly differently from other models on the market, and the company's two ... Continue Reading
Marc Pro Review — Different Than Other EMS Devices?
Marc Pro — an acronym stands for "Muscle Activated Recovery Cascade" — is one of the biggest names in electronic muscle stimulation (EMS) devices. Based in California, the brand is used by a ton of ... Continue Reading
Fit Active Sports Weight Lifting Gloves Review
Lifting gloves can be useful to a variety of strength athlete and gym-goers. Like most supportive strength equipment, gloves are tools used to protect and enhance performance across multiple strength ... Continue Reading
MAVA Cross Training Lifting Glove Review
Lifting gloves, or cross training gloves, are tool a gym-goer can use to support and protect their hands. Like other supportive strength gear, gloves are used to enable someone to perform longer, while ... Continue Reading
SEEU Weight Lifting Gloves Review
Gloves are another supportive strength tool athletes will use to support their gym performance. An athlete often reaches for a glove for two reasons, and those include hand protection and grip support. ... Continue Reading
Harbinger FlexFit™ Lifting Gloves Review
Lifting gloves come in a variety of options to suit a variety of lifting needs. Like most supportive strength gear, gloves are used to support one's gym performance and provide protection. The protection ... Continue Reading
Compex Wireless Review
Hooking electrodes up to your muscles to improve performance might seem like science fiction, but electronic muscle stimulation, or EMS, is more popular than ever. (Note that it's a little different than ... Continue Reading
Steely Sports Pro Wrist Wrap Glove Review
Gloves are one of the many pieces of supportive strength equipment an athlete can utilize. Like gloves, knee sleeves, and straps, gloves are designed to support an athlete with their grip and hand ... Continue Reading
