Comments on: TRX Gym in a Bag vs. LifeLine Jungle Gym Review

By: Pete

Pete — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 03:18:36 +0000

Ck them out.

By: Monica

Monica — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:33:42 +0000

Brad

Thanks for the great comparison. I would have to agree with you. Jungle Gym makes a decent product and if you’re strapped for cash well it’s a good option but TRX is far superior on all the points you listed especially safety. Great review and you really made us laugh (my boyfriend is a mechanic so we loved the car comparison).

By: Peter

Peter — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:21:14 +0000

I have most every suspension device on the market. The TRX is more complicated to adjust than the jungle gym (mine is a jungle gym split). It weighs more. It has a single point of attachment (which makes things like dips very difficult). It does have padded handles but I wrapped my jungle gym split’s handles with racket tape.

I’m not too impressed with the TRX. It’s well made but not as well thought out as you’d hope and it’s expensive.

The USA: This is an interesting alternative. It’s not well made (just looking at the stitching you can see that), but it is a fun, slightly different variation.

Vegas Pro Straps: Kind of overpriced for what they are. Well made. Handles are a touch too thick.

EXF rings: Smart design, great feeling rings (love the new rubber grip), easy to adjust. Definitely the best of the crop.
Cons: Rings aren’t good for exercises where you place you feet in a loop (not as comfortable).

Rogue Rings: VERY well made. 2nd best after the EXF rings. Kind of heavy so not the kind of thing you travel with.

By: Rod

Rod — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 23:11:08 +0000

Great post – thanks, you helped me make up my mind on an important piece of equipment.

By: Joseph Brown

Joseph Brown — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 12:08:47 +0000

I prefer the Jungle Gym II…it’s very versatile and it’s sturdy, I know I can do chinups and pullups and it will hold my weight. With the TRX system it seems OK until you start doing full-body exercises like dips and pullups and the like. I know the Jungle Gym can handle that…I am not so sure about the TRX system. And I’ve been looking at all the videos online showing TRX exercises…so far no one is doing chinups or dips with it.

I also have the USA…that too is very versatile and can take one’s whole weight with no problem.

By: Paul Alexander

Paul Alexander — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 19:06:09 +0000

Hey Brad,

you make some good points in the comparison. If you look at the graphic above your video you will see the jungle gym does have foot anchors, you have the 1st generation gym from 2001. All the newer ones have foot anchors. I agree the strap is thicker on the TRX, but the jungle gym is sturdy enough to handle any normal fitness loads (I believe it can handle 400 lbs +) . TRX does have more options for anchors.

Stay fit,
Paul Alexander, MS, CSCS, CNT

By: Una

Una — Sat, 30 May 2009 20:57:38 +0000

I guess I’m the odd man out but I love the Jungle Gym. I travel a lot and the TRX is too much for me and complicated to adjust…..Jungle Gym is way easier and functional!

By: Phil Scarito

Phil Scarito — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 14:29:44 +0000

Brad,

Tell me more about the products you have above. Thanks bro.

By: Personal Trainer MAnchester

Personal Trainer MAnchester — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 19:38:24 +0000

Greta post, really useful.

Been looking at the TRX system for a while since I saw it in a few YouTube videos.

You have helped me make my mind up and put an order in for one, TRX gym in a bag it is!

Cheers

TOM Godwin
Foresight Personal Training

By: grant

grant — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 17:02:54 +0000

If you are looking for kick ass workout, true portability, versatility, TRX is the best investment for the money, no doubt!