Any reason why I can't use weights instead of sand? I want to adjust total weight and weights would be easier than dumping / filling sand.
1149852
You can use weight plates. I've done this when using it indoors on a gym floor. You can use more weight this way. The Sac is sturdy enough to use it this way, especially on a low-friction surface.
1149853
I use both. Yes it works. The sand bags you fill up are supposed to be 10 lbs. each. I've used those and plates. I don't think a 45 lb would fit but 25's, 10's and 5's would.
374509
I liked the bowflex, but as I never need any weights over 20 lbs (and the bowflex only has a 5-50lb option), I'm getting the powerblock 3lb to 21lb set. Saves me $200
266495
Sand will make it heavier....with water, it moves around a bit when i punch it. but sand should make it a lot tuffer to push around...Also i believe emptying the sand off the base is going to be tuffer than emptying water off the base....
1115591
I'm sure it would be fine to use. It's really fine sand and looks beautiful. Not sure if this helps. Goodluck! :)
1187402
Yes, in fact that's mostly how we use it because sand is expensive and gets wasted. YOu just need to read the other reviews about assembly, for some reason the company didn't put the holes in the right places and you have to drill your own holes but NOT go all the way through or you create the leaky holes yourself. I think some people get impatient and angry and just start hacking at it! lol But my husband, knowing the problem from reading other reviews, took his time and used his brain and it works just fine.
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We bought 200 pounds (4 bags) of "play" sand from Lowe's. We only put 150 pounds in the sandbox, saving one bag for re-filling later. I think Home Depot would have it also. Make sure you get pre-washed "play" sand, not construction sand.
763317
I suppose you could do that...why lose the portability when it is perfectly stable with the appropriate 400lbs of sand in the reservoir? I am sure there is a basketball backboard that is made for setting in concrete.
1087712
You can actually select various weight discs, at least you could when I ordered. My stamp has rubbed off at this point soI don't really know which weight I purchased. But overall, this is still one of my favorite discs. Sorry about the loss of your pro Dest. That's never fun.
2071763
No this ball is not weighted by sand. You would have to buy a stand to put it on. It will roll away.
787997
Although the manufacturer says no weight is needed, we find it useful to fill the side supports with sand. 1 50# bag is plenty.
2129786
there is no need to add weight because it depends on how fast you move your arms. even a micro movement is enough. believe me it's fine the way it is and works really well.
972269
Very difficult to answer your question due to many variables. Weight of load, whether there is any incline, how soft is the sand, how far are you pulling the load, gear ratio (fast pull or slow pull)
1257012
The sand is not provided. You can either add sand OR water. I added water to mine, and it works great.
1151208
The amount of sand used to level the pool depends on how level the ground is to begin with. Cut and fill to make it level if you're not afraid of work-- this works better than just adding sand. My ground was not level at all, so I spent much time and effort before the ground was ready. I hope your experience is better.
1844002
This is a total piece of crap...better with an earthway, but if you are using sand, reduce the total load by half, otherwise your arm will be in agony
928941
You can fill it with sand or water, but why would u want to ? I bought this and returned it soon as I opened the box. It look like a toy for kids to play with, cheap plastic.
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When I purchased this I also purchased a kit with longer stakes & mallet. Worked great. I don't know about the weights but you might be able to do that. Have fun at the beach!