[Iesu]

would just like to clarify that it was the powerball that broke not the old wrist!

tearing up floorboards and other assorted DIY is also not good for the wrist as i have discovered (or getting out on the grit in the mintiest conditions in ages for that matter)

[tomrix]

Started using my powerball again after reading this thread. I bought it nearly three years ago and since has done very little other than clutter my desk at work! It's definitely improved my grip and my scores are slowly improving.

Current PB is 10987 right hand
and 9856 Left hand

and 30s from standing start 3897.

[PATRuL]

I find listening to what my body wants to do is the best solution.
Sometimes I just jump right on and ride.
Other times, i might let the SUnday lunch settle, then do a good warm up on a chocolate cake, followed by a good rest to aid digestion and when fully ready do a couple hours yoga and i'm ready for a pull up.
Moderation is key to staying well for me.
Quite how i am able to stick to this ardous and punishing regime is beyond me.
Let me tell you sweat is a good friend of mine!

[Sloper]

My wife routinely  exceeds 9600 my best is lamentable but improving.

[magpie]

10,054 

Who knew actual climbing would improve my PB skills?! 

[dave]

i hit 12902 before xmas but forgot to post it.

[napalm_life]

Broke th 10K mark Last Night
10246!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[tommytwotone]

Picked up the 'ol Powerball for the first time in ages and have posted a new 30sec best and PB.  Updated tables (with all new scores since previous table added/updated).

30 second strength
Shortyx  5,700
Dave  5,634
GCW  5,534
Houdini  5,525
Chicane  5,180
Plattsy  5,015
Tommytwotone  4,838
Nik at Work  4,788
Lagerstarfish  4,741
TommyTwoTone  4,667
Fatneck  4,545
slack---line  4,478 (rolling start)
Superfurrymonkey  4,106
Monolith  3,859
Magpie  3,003


60 Second Strength
GCW 10,395  (one hand only, Edouard technique)
Houdini  10,192 (both hands)
Houdini  7,608 (one hand, standing Start)


90 second strength/b]
GCW  15,281  (one hand, Eduoard)

The UKB 250Hz PowerBall league
1.  Shortyx  13,653
2.  Houdini  13,232
3.  Rob 12,995
4.  FJ  12,962
5.  Chicane  12,636
6.  Dave  12,602 (LH 11,901)
7.  Scouse D  12,547 (Screamer)
8.  GCW  12,529
9.  Richie "Peaks" Crouch  12,334
10.  Monolith  12,274
11.  Fatneck  12,234
12.  Plattsy  12,116
13.  Yossarian  12,033
14.  Duma  11,912
15.  Obi Wan is lost  11,871 (screamer)
16.  Tommytwotone 11,816
17.  clm  'bout 11,800
18.  Ally Smith  11,666
19.  Jim 11,614
20.  Will hunt  11,551
21.  Drew   11,539
22.  Nik at Work  11,499
23.  Dobbin  11,402
24.  AndiT 11,373
25.  Underground  11,307
26.  Rich Draws 11,163
27.  Jenn  11,066
28.  miki  10,974
29.  Falling Down 10,958
30.  slack---line  10,910
31.  Zod's Beard 10,907
32.  Superfurrymonkey  10,801
33.  Miki  10,682
34.  Lagerstarfish  10,631
35.  SA Chris  10,475
36.  SteveM  10,201
37.  sc2004/Mrs Two-Tone  10,092
38.  Paul B  9,942
39.  Stubbs  9,705
40.  Dr pinch  9,541
41.  Magpie  9,688
42.  Dense  9,010

Just cranked out a 4939 on 30 second strength, which I should better both of my efforts above!

Still can't break through the 12k barrier on maximum revs though - will be bearing down in days to come.

[dave]

mines 12902 not 12602!

[Iesu]

12k proved a real "mental barrier" to me. Took absolutely ages to crack it then broke the PB with my second go.

I am a surreptitious Powerballer, but reading this thread has got me psyched!

[tommytwotone]

12023. At last.

[Houdini]

Gratifying it is to see Dense languishing at the bottom of the league.   

[Tim Broughtonshaw]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/ref=pe_17551_15383181_pe_07/?ASIN=B001WAK1LA

How expensive!
 

[GCW]

Gold plated.   

[magpie]

The adverts at the bottom of this thread are interesting:


Now I want high kicks and splits to be my second nature 

I might just get the Powerball out instead and see how rubbish I am. 

[fatdoc]

thread resurrection..

not my usual practice.. please bear with me, I've trawled through most of the last 33 pages but could do with some numpty advice..

just got my second Powerball, time at work seems too long and i've an office where I can shut the door and rev up on occasion.

my first one was bought to improve grip strength for DH MTB before the alps one year, prob helped a little  - though I wasnt too dedicated. I since lost it 

I'm keen to use this as an adjunct and perhaps help reduce injury by not necessarily going for these max rev comps but just a steady burn for each arm on rest days...

the last one i had I was forever fucking up the start cord spin...I'm under the impression you can start them by hand.. any advice? cheers!

[lagerstarfish]

google not working?





 

only a real ninja powerballer feels comfortable in asking for further guidance.

is it possible to start it without the cord?

[fatdoc]

to be fair I did work that bit out and try it.... a lot... just hurt my thumb 

Those vids do say it's * not easy* hence me asking for any further advice... guess I'll just have to practice, thanks.

[GCW]

Just hold it rotor down and run it along a clean surface to get the thing moving.

[lagerstarfish]

sorry Doc, thought you were taking the piss 

I hold the ball round the equator band with my finger tips, with fingers straightish for more feel and easier/smoother rotation. I also find it easier with a few layers of strapal round it to improve feel.

I'll dig it out and video my cheating technique

[magpie]

is it possible to start it without the cord?

Not if you're me it's not.   

[northerngreg]

is it possible to start it without the cord?

Not if you're me it's not.   :'(

Check these for tips:





Read the description about the imaginary line and making the circles. It should be a bit clearer how to start it. You can see in the second video, I exaggerate the circles to make it more obvious what motion is required.

[magpie]

That's pretty much what I tried, I don't think the issue is my technique so much as my weak girly thumnbs.     Thank you for trying to help though. 

[tobym]

Don't worry Magger's, I can't start mine without the cord either, must have girly thumbs too

[Jaspersharpe]

  <<<<

Best thread resurrection ever.

is it possible to start it without the cord?

I think we need clarification on this point.