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Choosing the right lifting straps:

A comprehensive guide

Lifting straps are indispensable accessories for individuals looking to enhance their grip strength and maximize their lifting potential. They provide the extra support needed to push through heavy lifts and reduce the strain on your hands and forearms. However, with a variety of lifting straps available from Iron Rebel, it can be challenging to determine which one is right for you. In this guide, we'll explore key differences in lifting strap styles and features to help you make an informed choice.

Iron Grip: Elevate Your Grip Strength

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The flagship gripper in the Iron Rebel lineup boasts a neoprene-padded wrist strap easily adjustable with Velcro. This grip style has gained immense popularity among lifters for its remarkable ability to swiftly grasp dumbbells or barbells. With its palm-width grip, it efficiently secures onto any bar or attachment. As with all Iron Rebel strap styles, these straps have undergone rigorous testing, surpassing 800 lbs in a deadlift while maintaining a secure hold throughout. They also sport a stylish look with embossed neoprene padding and a woven label. What sets them apart from other grippers of this style on the market is our choice to use a single piece of dense, ergonomically shaped neoprene that fits the wrist snugly without causing any skin irritation. Iron Grips come in a variety of sizes: Mens M, and L/XL, and Womens S/M

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Omni Lifting Straps: Versatile and Efficient

Similar in neoprene construction to the Iron Grip, the Omni Lifting Straps offer an economical alternative. Sporting a 10.5-inch cotton-nylon strap, they provide a narrower width but compensate with the option for double wrapping around a bar. A convenient Velcro tab at the end of the strap enables easy stowing while loading or unloading a bar, enhancing the overall user experience. These highly versatile straps are adjustable, accommodating wrist sizes ranging from XS to 4XL.

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Leather Padded Lifting Straps:

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For those who appreciate the timeless appeal of leather, our Leather Padded Lifting Straps offer classic style combined with the comfort of dense neoprene wrist padding. These straps feature the traditional slide loop design that lifters have come to revere. With a natural ability to conform to your wrist, they ensure a secure fit while preventing chafing. Leather is renowned for its ability to withstand extreme weights and stand the test of time, making these straps a durable choice. Additionally, they pair exceptionally well with chalk for enhanced grip. These straps may require some extra time to "break in," but once they are ready, they undeniably offer reliability.

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HD Lifting Straps:

Sharing a similar loop and design concept with the Leather lifting strap, our HD Lifting Straps are crafted from ultra-durable 100% cotton canvas and also have neoprene padding across the wrist. . These straps stand out as the most cost-effective option in our lineup. The absorbent material they're made from excels at wicking away sweat, which can significantly enhance grip during lifts. Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly option or appreciate the unique benefits of cotton canvas, these straps offer a reliable and economical choice for your lifting needs.

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WHICH WRIST WRAP IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

When it comes to choosing the right wrist wrap for you, it will largely depend on your preference and what activity you need them for. The stiffer the wrap the more support it gives. This is the idea for very heavy pressing movements however if you are looking to do movements like cleans, snatches or front squats then you need to be able to flex your wrist a bit - in this case super stiff wrap would be a disadvantage. As far as the length goes, Most powerlifters prefer wrist wraps that are 18-26 inches. These wraps are ideal for squatting and pressing movements and will fit most lifters' wrists perfectly. However, if you have very large wrists and forearms, and are lifting very heavy absolute loads, we recommend sizing up to a 36-inch length.

We have 2 options of wrist wraps, the Outlaw and the Rebel wrist wraps, in various color options and in sizes 18/26/36 inch long. The Outlaws are our stiffer wraps, while the Rebel wraps are more stretchy and less stiff but still provide ample support.

OUTLAW WRIST WRAPS

  • Made from elastic/cotton material to provide cast like feel around the wrists
  • Sold as a pair. Can be worn on either right or left arm
  • Available in 18, 26, 36 inch lengths for your preference
  • Dual thumb loop design
  • Wraps are 3 inches wide with 2.5 inch velcro strap

COLORS: Black or Red

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REBEL WRIST WRAPS

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  • Can be worn on the right or left wrist
  • Easy to remove thumb loop.
  • old as a pair
  • Available in 18, 26, 36 inch lengths for your preference

COLORS: Black or Red

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In conclusion, selecting the right lifting straps is pivotal in enhancing your lifting performance. Consider your preferences, budget, and the specific demands of your training routine to make an informed choice. With Iron Rebel's diverse range of lifting straps, you can confidently elevate your grip strength and reach new heights in your fitness journey.