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Posted by u/home_gym_hustler··Hot Take

Knee sleeves: SBD vs Slingshot vs off-brand? What's the scoop?

TL;DR: What's the best brand for knee sleeves: SBD, Slingshot, or no brand?

I've been lifting for about 4 years and I'm finally thinking about snagging some knee sleeves for squats and deads. I've seen a lot of hype around SBD and Slingshot, but I'm not sure if they're worth the cash. I mean, can a no-name brand do the job too? Anyone have experience with these? What do you think about the durability and support levels? Looking for some real talk here.

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u/gearhead_gains·

I've used both SBD and Slingshot knee sleeves extensively. SBDs are amazing for heavy lifts, really compressive and durable. I had mine for over two years, and they still feel great. Slingshots are good too, but I found them to be a bit less supportive. If you're lifting heavy, I'd say go for SBDs. Off-brands can be hit or miss, but I've heard some decent reviews on them.

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u/just_a_lifter·

I've had an off-brand sleeve that I picked up for a low price. It works decently for support, but I notice it wears out faster than the name brands. If you're planning to lift heavy regularly, I'd invest in something more durable like SBD.

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u/notaninfluencer99·

yep, this. SBDs are legit, but honestly, if u're not a powerlifter or super serious about your lifts, you might not need to drop that much cash. I got a cheap pair off Amazon, and they work just fine for my squats. You could save the cash for more protein.

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u/squat_to_pizza·

Not to sound like a bro, but pizza is life! But back to knee sleeves, I had an off-brand sleeve once, and it felt like I was wearing a wet towel around my knee. Invest in quality if you want support. Just sayin'

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u/depressedlifter·

Knee sleeves? I tried a no-name brand, and let's just say my knees were less happy than a kid in math class. SBDs are worth the cash, especially when your knees are begging for mercy after those heavy squats. Just a thought: don't skimp on support when you're lifting heavy. Or you might end up crying into your protein shake.

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