Grip Training Equipment Guide
Comprehensive knowledge base for grip training equipment. Learn about different types, difficulty levels, training benefits, and where to find quality implements.
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Rolling Handles
Revolving handles that test support grip strength through one-handed deadlifts. The handle rotates as you lift, making it significantly more challenging than static thick bars.
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Popular Examples
Rolling Thunder
IronMind • 2.375" (60mm) • Standard
The original and most recognized rolling handle. Gold standard for competitions worldwide.
World Record: 150.5 kg (331.85 lbs) - Alexey Tyukalov
Raptor Handle
Country Crush • 1.5" - 3" (38mm - 76mm) • Progressive
Advanced rolling handle with three mounting positions and minimal friction design. Smoother rotation than Rolling Thunder.
World Record: N/A - Newer design
Godlike Rolling Handle
Gods of Grip • 50mm, 60mm, 76mm • Progressive
UK-made rolling handles with BZP steel construction and textured finish for enhanced grip.
World Record: N/A - Competition use
OmniGrip Rolling Handle
Gods of Grip • 40mm - 120mm • Progressive
Modular system with multiple attachment options including tubes, cones, and specialty shapes.
World Record: N/A - Training focused
Training Tips
Competition Use
Standard event in grip competitions worldwide. Used in IronMind contests, Armlifting USA events, and local competitions.
Hand Grippers
Spring-loaded devices that test crushing grip strength by closing the handles against spring resistance. The foundation of grip strength training.
Training Benefits
Popular Examples
Captains of Crush
IronMind • Various • Progressive (Sport to #4)
The gold standard gripper series. Used for official certifications and competitions worldwide.
World Record: CoC #4 Close - Elite level
Mash Monster Grippers
FBBC • Various • Elite
Custom-made grippers that are among the hardest in the world. Each level represents significant strength increase.
World Record: MM8 Close - Legendary level
Grip Genie Grippers
Grip Genie • Various • Progressive
High-quality grippers with smooth action and consistent resistance curves.
World Record: N/A - Training focused
Training Tips
Competition Use
Core event in all grip competitions. Used for official certifications and world record attempts.
Pinch Grip Equipment
Equipment designed to test thumb and finger strength by pinching objects between the thumb and fingers. Essential for comprehensive grip development.
Training Benefits
Popular Examples
IronMind Pinch Block
IronMind • Various • Progressive
Standardized pinch blocks for consistent training and competition use.
World Record: N/A - Training standard
Euro Pinch
Various • Various • Competition
Standardized pinch device used in European grip competitions.
World Record: N/A - Competition standard
Hub Lifts
Various • Plate centers • Progressive
Lifting weight plates by their center hub using only finger and thumb strength.
World Record: N/A - Plate dependent
Training Tips
Competition Use
Standard event in grip competitions. Used in IronMind contests and international competitions.
Thick Bar Training
Bars and attachments with increased diameter to challenge support grip strength. Essential for developing comprehensive grip strength.
Training Benefits
Popular Examples
Fat Gripz
Fat Gripz • 2.25" - 2.75" • Progressive
Portable thick bar attachments that can be added to any standard barbell or dumbbell.
World Record: N/A - Training tool
Axle Bar
IronMind • 2" (50mm) • Intermediate
Standard thick bar used in strongman competitions and grip training.
World Record: N/A - Competition standard
Saxon Bar
Various • Various • Advanced
Thick bar with rotating handles, making it significantly more challenging than static thick bars.
World Record: N/A - Competition use
Training Tips
Competition Use
Used in strongman competitions and grip contests. Essential for comprehensive grip development.