A7 Rigor Mortis Knee Sleeves - Better Than Inzer and Iron Rebel?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ก.พ. 2023
- To follow up on my last video, I recently received the newest knee sleeves from A7. These are made from the same stiff neoprene as the Inzer Ergo Pros and Iron Rebel PRs. How do they stand up?
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Damn the knee sleeve game is changing! I wonder how SBDs version of these will hold up.
But most importantly how did they come in so much lower than both IR, Inzer and even this other brand? It has me a bit skeptical
I think part of it is without much competition, someone can charge whatever they want. They also don't want to cannibalize their current offerings. Meaning why would someone pick their normal sleeves if they were priced the same as the stiffer ones? I do think with more companies coming out with them they'll come down a little in price.
@@BasementBrandon that makes sense but 140 for knee sleeves seemed absurd even at the time I understand not wanting to price so low that it’ll take away from their current 80 dollar offering but 140 is high. I mean that’s 1.5 the price. Are they saying it is 1.5 times better? Perhaps… but 100 is highly competitive and I agree prices in this industry may reflect that closer now that it is becoming competitive. Interesting to see
My guess would be not much competitions out there so they can mark them up more and you don’t know until then some one makes one for $99
@@Pshpshpshpshpshpshpsh $140 for knee sleeves seemed absurd... to _you_. Judging by the the knees of people in my gym, clearly they've had no issues selling them. You (and I) may have found them too expensive but the market as a whole hasn't.
@@TRXSTA38 it is objectively expensive compared to the knees sleeves out there now. But we also have to remember rehbands we’re 55 bucks per. It depends on what the inherit value is as well the majority who own these are all competitive powerlifters. And if you can get a fraction of an edge then this is worth it.
i say they are expensive but if I’m being honest I almost pulled the trigger on these this week 😂
I wish every reviewer on TH-cam was as succinct as this. No BS, no 60 sec music intro, no attempts at lame comedy, etc. Just the straight facts.👍
Don't watch some of my other videos 😅
@@BasementBrandon Oh, but I will... I will🤓
4 videos in one week. You're spoiling us!
Lots of uploads but still no real content 😅
Thank you Brandon! Can't wait to see the Cerberus
Will keep you posted.
I don’t even lift anymore, but I still like watch your knee sleeve reviews lol
My man
Great review and good $$$ point.
I'm hoping as more brands come out with them we keep seeing prices drop.
If I at any point get any of the three you covered in this video, I will definitely get the A7’s. little tryhard with the name, but super cool nonetheless. Great review, and I look forward to your thoughts as you keep using them!
I don’t think “Ouch my knee” sleeves got past marketing.
@@BasementBrandon 😅
what does A7 even mean?how is it a try hard name?!
@@hehehehahaha3150 maybe reference the name of the knee sleeves?
Nice succinct review!
These quick impressions are the easiest. Nothing to think about 😝
Seems like there is a lot of stiff competition for this style at various price points. A7 price point is perfect. Thanks for adding the bar type to the description!
Almost forgot!
Pun intended?
One of the most interesting things ive found with all this new sleeve stuff is that despite the notable increased stiffness and potential increased performance (I have not looked back since switching to Inzers - though these are tempting) you still don't see the high level lifters using them. Potentially more as they proliferate and especially once SBD brings their own out but I just expected to see more people make the switch to get every last kg on the bar
Hmm I’d have to look but I see a lot of people wearing them. Are we just talking IPF?
Well so a lot of high level lifters that I follow seem to be with SBD or Stoic so it makes sense why they haven’t switched. Though like Brandon mentioned, as soon as their sponsored counterpart drops, they’ll likely switch. Especially since I’ve heard the SBD ones are IPF approved.
@@BasementBrandon Yes I would say mostly talking IPF, but also other feds like. USAPL. I imagine sponsorships play a significant part
People that don't want to risk anything won't stray from SBD as sponsored athletes, but high level lifters are still going to Inzer in the IPF. Inzer has the shittiest marketing plan by not capitalizing on the IPF approval and companies are catching up to the technology.
@@snorlaxcom just might not have had the funds to allocate to get the approval. That IPF sticker is pricey.
What size do you use for the rigor mortis and for SBD sleeves? Want to try the A7s and I have a pair of regular SBDs, thanks for the vid!
I went off my knee measurement and got a large. With the regular sleeves I can usually size down b/c they have some stretch, not so much with these.
Dude you are insanely strong.
Just trying to get better like everyone else!
How would you consider an A7 rigormortis for volume squats? My goal is to find an hourglass shape that I can use for all of my barbell back squat sets in a leg workout
Prob better than some of the other stiff sleeves as they're not as long/dense.
Using 10 mm Elite Fts and they work great but do cut into the back of my knee. Never have tried the hour glass type not sure if that would help
I think any tight sleeve is going to do it some, but especially with this material.
Please review the Hansu Power IPF Approved knee sleeves!
These are literally the best knee sleeves in the world!
The Hansu Power knee sleeves blew my mind, I never expected the quality to be so good.
You gotta try them, you will never touch another companies knee sleeves again.
I have them, I don't feel like they're as good as the other brands.
bro if i wear S size SBD. for hansu power should i buy M ?
@@valerionunziata8884 I would just go off their sizing chart. These new sleeves don't stretch like normal ones.
3 questions:
Do you shave your head with a razor or electric trimmer?
What brand of t-shirt is that?
Review of the Tyr shoes coming soon?
Thanks.
I've done both, right now I'm back on the razor train. This is a Hanes Beefy short sleeved T (2 for $15 on amazon). Maybe an impressions on the TYRs soon, but I've only worn them for one session.
Do you notice if your knees creak/crack any less when you're wearing these while squatting? Last leg day I didn't have my music on during my warm ups...and my knees are crackling like crazy! Curious if this would put a stop to that!
I haven't TBH
Used a ton of sleeves over the years, from the classic Rehband blue v tapers, to SBD, STrong’s and even the TK’s back in the day. Of all the sleeves I’ve used I think the Rehband “power max” is the best. They’re super supportive but very easy to get on. I love them. They’re like the best of both worlds. Would love to see you review them one day if you can!
Will see what I can do. I do like the fact they're longer, which is one of the issues I had with the original blue ones.
@@BasementBrandon definitely. Yeah the v-tapers (7051’s) were short and I found the crease in the back was kind of uncomfortable. Then the redesigned 7084’s didn’t have that back crease but were still short. The power maxes kind of fix both of those issues.
Thanks for the tip. My OG Rehband are at least 8 years old. I need something new for my older knees
Looking at the A7 Rigor Mortis, my knees are size L, but my calves are 2XL.
Would K split the difference, or might the XLs be too stiff to go over my calves?
Knee 14.5”
Calves 17”
I'd prob go with the calve size myself I have a 15" or so knee and similar sized calves and Xls are almost too small.
Inzer weighs less because they didn't max out the length for some reason. They are also the most variable in quality control as my sleeves differ in length, the seam isn't directly in the back, and the top are cut at a different angle. One sleeve has the edge 1 cm high than the other edge while the other sleeve is cut evenly on top.
I have heard the 2nd run of inzers have been a bit all over the place.
@@BasementBrandon Word? The first was shotty, but the second run now with the deleted composition text looked more consistent.
@@BasementBrandon sizing and quality has been downgraded . More inconsistent compared to first release
@snorlaxcom only have one pair from when came out and great. Did need to use a lighter to seal some stitches..
I find Stoic sleeves are still hard to beat when considering cost and how they perform very similarly to high end sleeves.
agreed! they should have some new ones out soon as well.
Hey Brandon, I just bought the inzer ergo pro sleeves and noticed right away that they were not as stiff or rigid as the ergo pros that came out a year ago or so. My brother bought them a year ago and they feel quite a bit stiffer. Both of our sizes are the same. I think they made them better originally to hype up the product, and then downgraded their formulation once the hype was created. Have you heard anything about this ? Disappointing considering how much they cost.
Someone actually sent me a DM on IG saying he bought a 2nd pair of inzers and noticed the same thing.
@@BasementBrandon it's a shame. Surprising considering it's such a well known company.
Maybe a switch in manufacturer similar to what happened with SBD. Their demand skyrocketed so it would’ve surprise me if they switch manufacturers/suppliers of their neoprene.
@@ericaltenburg They should've reduced the price then if that was the case, because the product is not the same/ or as effective as the original.
@@BeastinFitness should’ve but a corporation is gonna be a corporation 🤷🏻♂️
Hey will you consider reviewing the new hansu power stiff knee sleeves!
I have pair actually! They're a bit big but I'm going to do a video on all the sleeves together. Just waiting on the Titans to show up.
@@BasementBrandon Looking forward to it!!!
Terrific name.
Pretty fitting!
may i ask how the size comparison of the A7 Rigor Mortis with Stoics? Size up or down or same? thanks!
I would suggest going off the actual sizing chart for these stiff sleeves vs basing it off sizing in other brands. For context though I wear a Small in Stoics and a L/XL in the A7 Rigor Mortis.
Will the Cerberus be IPF approved? Did they comment on that? I know they usually play in the Strongman arena but it would be interesting if they threw their hat into powerlifting.
They will not.
These are sold out 😫 have you tried the hourglass stiff? If so, how would you compare it to SBD
I have not.
Try the hansu knee sleeves
They're on the way
Hey Brandon, Im unsure about the sizing. Chart says L as well for me, with a knee joint of 14,7 inches.
Can I ask what yours is? So I have a solid data point :)
I can squeeze into a medium but they're way too tight. I'd say Large is a better bet as I have those and they fit better.
@@BasementBrandon thanks for the input :) I‘ll probably go with large
Are SBD sleeves not good? I’ve had em for a few years now and have always liked them
They are. I like the Stoics better as I feel they're heavier duty and cost less however.
Wow just went online and saw new prices lol guess they’ve gone up a bit since I bought them that was quite a few years ago now only used them for around a year when I was powerlifting so still in great shape but they were purchased maybe 7-8 years ago
These look legit!
At that price point I think it will get a lot of people to try them.
I recognize this is off-topic so feel free to ignore :) - but I would appreciate seeing maybe an initial impressions video of the new oak club j cups - I imagine it is probably too early for a review type of video.
I'm going to try to get to that next week and also talk about the other Oak Club stuff I have.
@@BasementBrandon Awesome! Looking forward to it.
I feel like im dying when these are on. Like my legs start to go numb. Does it ever get better?
Not really 😅
hello bro i have a question my knee is 40cm/16inch what size should i prefer. I will buy for the competition
The nice thing about A7 is they give you measurements for quad knee and calf. I'd go off their sizing chart.
Great piccolo action figure
At least he finally got some love in the latest movie!
My Inzers in L weigh 500g a piece. That should more than a pound so quite a bit more material than the Inzers in S that you showed
I couldn't wear them, they basically fell off after one rep. I feel like these sizes are the most comparable. I will say however neoprene batches also seem to differ some. I had someone DM me on IG saying they bought a 2nd pair of Inzers in the same size and they weighed much less than their first pair.
@@BasementBrandoni have a never worn pair of inzers XL. I just weighed them and one weighs 14.9oz and the other weighs 15.7oz.
Ever try spud inc straps/wraps?
I have not
Have you gotten a sneak peek at the Stoic heavys?
theyre in the works for one?
@@nikkolitesla yeah, I think the easiest way to see who’s coming out with what is to look at the coming year’s ipf approved equipment list.
I have not!
Привет, какой у вас размер наколенников и обхват колена?
My knee measures around 38-39cm
I use SBDM size, should I use the same size for A7?
I would use the sizing chart.
So They kinda have a rehband shape?
Maybe the newer ones? The old blue ones are similar to the inzer cut.
Me personally, I prefer the Inzers. I get more out of them and they're easier to get on/off imo.
Right on
Can you tell me what size is your calf because i am between size L and XL, size L fits my knee joints but Xl fits my calf 😢
I see a gap at your calf when u squatting so i think i gonna get a L. Do you have any advice 😅?
Calf is around 15". This is just one of the hard parts of sizing correctly. Some of these ergo shaped sleeves would likely be more ideal for you than a cone shape
I have size S sbd wich size should I get when going for a A7?
New sleeves are hard to recommend b/c they're all different. I wear a M SBD and wear a L in these.
Inzer XT are the best I've tried but not allowed in competition I don't think
Yeah can only be neoprene with no fasteners
How would you compare the inzer xts to sbd?.... I have the inzer elbow sleeves with the straps and love them for ease of taking them on and off... I wondered how the Velcro would hold up on the knee sleeves and if they provide the pop of other knee sleeves
I’ve been in the market for new sleeves as I’ve somehow ended up with two left pairs of SBDs and one is a medium and the other is a large 😂
Big Knee Hussein!
I was hoping the sliding issue would’ve been solved with these sleeves as I’m currently battling the “pull-up before each set” with my inzers right now, along with the gaps by my thigh/calf. Maybe the Stoic/SBD sleeves will have a better profile.
I think if A7 did a cone version of the Rigor Mortis that would likely work. The IR ones are and they do not slide down, but I think I need a bigger size.
Dealing with the same issue with my Inzer sleeves. Not sure I’m going to wear them anymore. Super annoying having to basically put them back on after each squat set.
@@gbaby91 ehh I’ve been pulling them up every other set since I got em, I’ve gotten used to it. If stoic/SBD ends up having a cone design, then I’ll probably get one of those just for the comfort.
@@ericaltenburgI’ve been pretty underwhelmed with them. Plus the annoyance of them sliding. Not worth it. But I am also wondering if the A7’s slide. Stoic sleeves conform to my legs best. SBD I have size medium and size large. Size large is stiffer than medium…pretty inconsistent.
How would you compare the sizing to normal stoic knee sleeves?
So I wear a small in stoic and a large in these. Bc stoic are stretchy I can size down. You can’t really size down in this type of sleeve bc of it’s rigidity
Stoic isn't coming out with one?
They are, but not for awhile.
Are they easy putting them and taking off?
Like all stiffer sleeves it depends on how you size them.
How do they compare to Stoic?
Stoics are your typical sleeve. They are coming out with a version with this material however.
Cerberus makes very high quality products at an affordable price but they’re not approved for any federations outside of strongman 😢
So here in the US they are approved for all federations, the lone exception being is if a local Powerlifting America meet is enforcing IPF approved list.
@@BasementBrandon really? Oh wow I didn’t know that. I must’ve missed them on approved lists! Can’t wait to see the review
Compare these to xtreme sleeves and onyx?!?
not familiar
@@BasementBrandon seemsl ike a good idea for a video!!! : D
can you compare with dynamometer
I don't have access to one.
What bar are u using
I put it on the screen in video, this is an Ivanko power bar.
Can you use these in usapl raw?
Yep!
Are you were the new belt too?
Yessir!
Dang... do I need another pair of knee sleeves? I may have to consult a coin flip to make my choice for me.
It’s a slippery slope
@Basement Brandon definitely. Also belts lol. I'm fighting hard not to get another 1 but I'll probably lose that fight when it's closer to holiday discount time.
The bunching on my calves and hamstrings are painful
Yeah the stiffer sleeves are not as forgiving.
Good price point - competition is always good for us consumers
Yeah hoping that means some of the other heavy sleeves might drop some as more competition comes out!
But I just bought Iron Rebels 😩
Me too
IPF approved?
Yes
$100 damn. They're $250nzd to get them here. 😭
There is a company out of Australia making some good heavy duty sleeves, they're called Augment.
Anyone else’s have a load of small tears along the seam ? Only after a few wears
I didn't have this happen on these but sleeves can do this if sized too small or used enough.
shaved legs with knee sleeve review
ain't nobody got time fo dat!