Need advice on which platform to buy?

[Pete317]

I have been reading a lot of the posts here and most people seem to really know what they are talking about so I thought you might be able to help me with a question?

I am trying to decide between two platforms:

http://www.ringside.com/detail.aspx?ID=25768

http://www.balazsboxing.com/cgi-bin/catalog2.cgi?action=page&page=MS0433

The Ringside is on sale through their catalog for $99 (half price) and the i-Box is $199. Ringside is 1" x 30" platform and the i-Box is 1 1/4" x 24". The frame also seems that it would be stronger on the i-Box but I don't know that for sure.

I have used a standing (non wall mounted) speed bag with 80lbs of sand on top for a few years and it moves and loses momentum way more than I like. My main concern is to get a platform that will give me a good rebound and won't lose a lot of momentum.

The 12 vs 24 inch adjustment is a non-issue to me since I will be the only one using it and will only need minor adjust for different bag sizes. I also will be using 10" x 7" and smaller bags.

Bottom line- is the extra $99 for the i-box worth it and will I really be able to tell much difference if I am using the same swivel, same bag, and same amount of sand on top?

Thanks!

[Chris M]

There is a thread identical to this one here somewhere, but I did find this link. It includes a review of the Ibox which is well thought of here on the forum. I own one and I love. Also, their customer service is world-class.

http://speedbagforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=159

Oh yeah, welcome to the forum. Don't be afraid to ask questions. Check out the following site for some really good information as well: http://www.speedbagcentral.com/

[Chris M]

Also, check this one out: http://www.speedbagforum.com/forums/...read.php?t=437

[JayLee]

I'm more than happy with my balazs, and customer service is through the roof

[Speedbag]

I'm more than happy with my balazs, and customer service is through the roof

Write the company and tell them. I know the folks at Balazs - they are first rate all the way - and they really like to hear from their customers. They are actively engaged in several projects to help our less fortunate speed baggers get speed bag equipment and designing some new equipment to be released shortly after testing, etc.