Best elbow/arm sleeves?

[natenator]

Which ones do you find the best/offer the most support and protection to the elbows?

Discuss.

[Andre]

I think it depends on the person... I have had the best luck using a medium or large knee sleeve... I tried the neoprene one from shiek but I prefer the beige elastic one like you find in a pharmacy...

[natenator]

Thx Andre.

Any experiences from people who've tried Inzer or similar level sleeves?

[physique]

schiek hands down.

inzer way to tight i find.

[rated_rko]

where do u get schiek ones?? i just picked one up from walmart its not bad but not the best i think...working so far

[Talo]

I've never used them since you can't in a comp.

My knee wraps are from EFTS.com .If wrapped proper they're like haveing an extra set of legs , prob give me an extra 50lbs on my squat.

Wrist wraps are from APT.

****ing love them both.

I've used schiek for the knees and wrists , but they just don't come close to these. The material isin't strong enough.

[drdnj]

I've never used them since you can't in a comp.

My knee wraps are from EFTS.com .If wrapped proper they're like haveing an extra set of legs , prob give me an extra 50lbs on my squat.

Wrist wraps are from APT.

****ing love them both.

I've used schiek for the knees and wrists , but they just don't come close to these. The material isin't strong enough.

x2
Go here Nate---
http://www.prowriststraps.com/

I got the custom wrist straps and they ROCK as well as the elbow sleeves.

[Rhinobolt10]

Rehband all the way for me. And like Andre, I got the small knee sleeves and put them on my elbows.

I'm not sure about Schiek, I bet they work really well, but I was at a point where I just wanted to get the pain to go away and didn't want to mess around anymore. They're pricey, and you have to get them from the states and pay a duty, but they last forever, and they work pretty good.

[tiramisu]

has anyone tried the kono's?

[natenator]

so I think I am going to go with the following for now:

Elbow: http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?m=PD&cid=139&pid=3016

Knee: http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?m=PD&cid=139&pid=3013 OR the Super heavy: http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?m=PD&cid=139&pid=3014 (not sure which one I should go with. Don't wish to take on and off but need to have maximum support these days)

Wrist: http://www.flexcart.com/members/elitefts/default.asp?m=PD&cid=139&pid=3018 (wrsit are getting sore from all the ****ing hockey I am playing but don't wish to use that as an excuse to not hit the gym).


THOUGHT please!!!

Thank you

[tiramisu]

Returning to the original question...

Sleeves DO NOT offer support or protection. They offer warmth and compression.

Compression reduces swelling and inflammation.
Warmth keeps the joints lubed so to speak.

Support and protection is going to come from wraps.

[natenator]

Yeah I know. Bad choice of words. It's not really the support I am after so much as the warmth and compression factor more than anything.

Maybe I'll just get 2 sets of each (super and regular) and see which feels best then send the others back that I do not like? lol

[AlladdinSane]

www.jackalsgym.com

Rehband ftw. They consider Canada domestic, so no ludicrous shipping charges. SD and I just got a bunch of stuff. It's all rad.

[natenator]

www.jackalsgym.com

Rehband ftw. They consider Canada domestic, so no ludicrous shipping charges. SD and I just got a bunch of stuff. It's all rad.
Ok. I prefer that but I couldn't really find any places shipping into Canada for cheaply.

WHAT ones should I go with??? Helllllpppp meeeeee lol

[AlladdinSane]

For you I'd go with Rehband 7791 Strongman Elbow Sleeves.

From the site:
"After 20 years of heavy use by strength athletes, Rehband has developed the "Strongman Line". The functions of each product have been optimised to fit the different movements when exercising and competing. The choice of material is adapted to endure heavy wear and tear. The products are anatomically fitted to provide superior fit for which Rehband is known.

All products are developed with the 4 corner stones of the Rehband philosophy:

* Warmth
* Support
* Compression
* Proprioceptive effect
* Enhanced body coordination

All products have been developed and tested in close co-operation with Thorbjörn Samuelsson, one of Sweden’s all time best Strongman competitors."

[natenator]

what about knee sleeves???? *kisses*

[AlladdinSane]

Rehband 7790 Strongman Knee Support Sleeves.

http://www.jackalsgym.com/store.aspx?cat_id=RH

[natenator]

For you I'd go with Rehband 7791 Strongman Elbow Sleeves.

From the site:
"After 20 years of heavy use by strength athletes, Rehband has developed the "Strongman Line". The functions of each product have been optimised to fit the different movements when exercising and competing. The choice of material is adapted to endure heavy wear and tear. The products are anatomically fitted to provide superior fit for which Rehband is known.

All products are developed with the 4 corner stones of the Rehband philosophy:

* Warmth
* Support
* Compression
* Proprioceptive effect
* Enhanced body coordination

All products have been developed and tested in close co-operation with Thorbjörn Samuelsson, one of Sweden’s all time best Strongman competitors."
umm **** those things are huge! lol

maybe I try their sleeves first before venturing into those big ass beasts???????

[AlladdinSane]

You could... Or you can realize that you're huge... AND really quite broken and it's time for proper support. :P

[tex]

apt is the best imo. all my wraps, sleeves are from them.....i woulnt use anything cept maybe the metal wraps but those are for meets only since they are pretty much just rubber....

[natenator]

You could... Or you can realize that you're huge... AND really quite broken and it's time for proper support. :P
Yeah I know but man I am gonna look like even more of a ****ing freak than I do strapping those transformer things on my arms and knees. Only thing left is the helmet and I'd be good to go.

I'll give it some thought tonight and prob bite the bullet on them. Are they actual sleeves and then the straps for supports???

Thanks again dude!

[AlladdinSane]

Are they actual sleeves and then the straps for supports???



Yes.

They are very, very cool.

[tiramisu]

Have you considered a bell or a horn?

[tiramisu]

... When you finally get under the squat rack with your knee, elbow, wrist sleeves, bicycle helmet and bell I think you should definitly post a video.
Just in case you need a special accessory Inzer makes their forever lever belts in pink.

I'm just teasing. I save my tensor bandages for home but I have a fine collection.

[natenator]

Yes.

They are very, very cool.
problem with the knee ones you recommended. They only go up to 43-46cm. Mine measure 50cm.

Think that will be an issue???????

**** arms won'tr fit either. 4cm bigger than their biggest one.

What to do? :(

[AlladdinSane]

Should be fine. The elbow sleeve even has a top slit on it just for that reason. The stuff I bought was a little on the small side (as far as the measurements went). I risked it and they fit great.

[natenator]

Should be fine. The elbow sleeve even has a top slit on it just for that reason. The stuff I bought was a little on the small side (as far as the measurements went). I risked it and they fit great.
I assume you got the largest they had???

[AlladdinSane]

Correct.

[natenator]

Correct.
Thanks for your help bud!!!!

[AlladdinSane]

Anytime!

I know that you're just misunderstood 'round here! ;)

[natenator]

Anytime!

I know that you're just misunderstood 'round here! ;)
Actually, I think I am perfectly understood. I hate stupid ****ing people.

lol

[AlladdinSane]

Actually, I think I am perfectly understood. I hate stupid ****ing people.

lol

Hehehe... Too true.