Cheap price= Cheap qualityNovember 26, 2008 At first I thought the swivel was cheap because the speed bag did not rebound very well. I had to pound on the speed bag just to get it in a somewhat moderate speed, but after buying 2 different swivels (one similar as in the boxing gym I train in) I realized it wasn't the swivel but the round wooden platform itself. It is made of cheap, low quality compressed wood (if it is even wood). I tried a different platform at Sport Chalet and it was definitely much smoother and rebounded like it should. It is a little more than twice the price, but definitely worth it. It is the EVERLAST ADJUSTABLE SPEEDBAG PLATFORM ASIN:B001B88VXI which Amazon also carries.
Only partially okOctober 9, 2008 After a few months the bag deflated and Everlast could have cared less. The swivel is terrible. It unscrews as you hit the bag and the action sucks. If you buy this set, replace the swivel and buy a leather bag.
Good Economic/Starter SetMarch 30, 2008 6 out of 6 found this review helpful
Nice sturdy drum and bag for the price. However, the swivel is pretty cheap (mostly plastic) and broke after a few weeks--easily replaceable however. Also be warned that this is designed to be mounted on standard wall studs and does NOT include the screws needed to attach it to the wall. The instructions suggest 1/4" x 1 3/4" Lag Bolts (you need 6 of them). So if you're planning on installing this the day you get it, make sure you have the screws, a power drill, a stud finder, etc.
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