Why is the REP x PÉPIN FAST Series the World's Best Adjustable Dumbbell?

“If money was no object, these may be the best adjustable dumbbells in the world.”  
- Garage Gym Reviews 

So why not remove that hurdle?  

Meet the REP ® x PÉPIN FAST Series Adjustable Dumbbell, based on the product GGR said may be the “best adjustable dumbbells in the world” -- made even better and more accessible through teamwork.  

Because when likeminded, fitness-loving people work together, great things happen.  

REP is proud of our brilliant, in-house weightlifting engineers – but sometimes we run across other inventors doing awesome things for the fitness world, too.  

These are our people. We want to support them.  

That led to the Inventor Series: a line of products invented by small, outstanding inventors from around the world. We collaborate with the best of the best. And then work closely alongside them to optimize their ideas, using our resources and knowledge of the gym market. The goal: to simultaneously lift up other inventors, while making their amazing products more accessible to more people.  

Win-win-win.  

Now, not only are these premier adjustable dumbbells still:  

• Heavier and more compact than most adjustable dumbbells on the market (up to 125lbs at only 18.25” long) 
• A fully metal construction -- both the dumbbells and their cradle (with UMHW liners to prevent steel-on-steel contact) 
• Quick, easy, safe, and satisfying to change weight with just a press of a pop-pin 
• Expandable so the dumbbells can grow with you  
• Featuring high-end details, like a fully knurled, volcano-style handle; round heads that feel like regular dumbbells; functional side rails; protective liners; laser-etched markings; and more 

But by partnering with Pépin himself, these dumbbells now also have: 

• A lower price so they’re more accessible. We did a lot of "invisible" work alongside Pépin to turn this originally handmade product into one that is manufacturable, to make it accessible to a wider audience -- without sacrificing quality.   
• Free shipping in the USA 
• An expandable cradle 
• A lower starting weight (10lbs with 2.5lb jumps). This was achieved by incorporating high-strength aluminum in the headplates of the handle.  
• Enhanced finishes and details. For example, the handle side rail coating was changed to Cerakote with a high-contrast laser-etching to better see the weight markings. 
• The cradle is now expandable. 

Now you can see for yourself why the PÉPIN adjustable dumbbell won the Most Innovative Adjustable Dumbbell Award for GGR’s Fitness Most Wanted Awards – and why GGR’s founder himself keeps a pair in his own gym.  

What Makes the Best Adjustable Dumbbell? 

So, what makes the REP® x PÉPIN FAST Series Adjustable Dumbbell the best adjustable dumbbell on the market? Here’s a closer look at some of the features.  

Heavier and more compact. 

These premier adjustable dumbbells are heavier and more compact than most adjustable dumbbells on the market. An adjustable dumbbell that starts at 10lbs and can go up to 125lbs at only 18.25” long is pretty much unheard of.  

All steel. No plastic.  

All steel, CNC-cut plates with a black powder coating allow the dumbbells to be incredibly compact, very accurate, and look and feel great. In addition, they’re extremely durable. Both the dumbbells and the cradle are constructed entirely of metal (with UMHW liners to prevent steel-on-steel contact) and have been extensively drop-tested from every angle. The steel cradle allows you to rerack the dumbbells without worrying about being overly gentle, as would be the case if the cradle were plastic.  

Easy to adjust the weight. No screwing around (pun intended).  

It’s quick, easy, safe, and satisfying to change the weight in 10lb increments – with just the press of a pop-pin. Adjust weight inside or outside the cradles (ideal for drop sets). Or add the included 2.5lb micro-plates for smaller adjustments.  

Space saving.  

Adjustable dumbbells take up a small footprint in your gym, especially when compared with a standard set of 10-125lb dumbbells.  

Expandable.  

The REP® x PÉPIN dumbbells are offered in 85, 105, or 125lb pairs. The 85lb pair meets the needs of most lifters but is still upgradeable to the heavier options in the future. The cradle also expands, so no matter the weight, you never need to buy a new cradle; simply unscrew the end pieces and screw them back into the correct, pre-drilled holes.  

High-end details.  

These dumbbells feature high-end details, like:  

• a fully knurled, volcano-style handle;  
• functional side rails with comfortable, rounded outside edges;  
• UMHW protective liners to prevent scratches from steel-on-steel contact; laser-etched weight markings (no cheap stickers!);  
• pro-style round heads that look and feel like regular dumbbells, but still keep the dumbbells from rolling on the ground 
• an aesthetic "REP® x PÉPIN" nameplate on the cradle and REP mountain logo cutouts on the ends of the cradles.  
  

Bonus: Add a Dumbbell Storage Cart for a sleek, mobile solution. This adjustable dumbbell stand features a central cutout design so you can step in for easy access to your dumbbells. A dumbbell weight holder is a smart addition to your gym because it maximizes organization in a tight space, while adding a lot of convenience.  

See for yourself why the PÉPIN adjustable dumbbell won the Most Innovative Adjustable Dumbbell Award for Garage Gym Reviews Fitness Most Wanted Awards – and why GGR’s founder himself keeps a pair in his own gym.