The 10 Best Weight Sleds
This review has been updated 5 times since it was first published in January of 2021. If you want to build considerable core and lower body strength, investing in a weight sled is a great way to work all of those muscles simultaneously. The selections on this list can be loaded with a hefty amount of resistance, and the straps and harnesses fit snugly around your chest to make the workouts as comfortable as possible.
10. Ader Sports
It won’t win any beauty contests, but this selection from Ader Sports can support up to 500 pounds, making it a smart choice for powerlifters or anyone else looking to push themselves as much as possible. You’ll have to limit your training to the outdoors, though.
- Assembly is a cinch
- Poor-quality harness
- Gets snagged on the ground
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9. Mir Heavy Duty
The Mir Heavy Duty comes with a shoulder harness that distributes the weight evenly across your upper body, reducing the risk of back problems and making the whole endeavor slightly more comfortable. Expect to put up with a lot of clanking while you use it, though.
- Durable tow strap
- Vest is difficult to figure out
- No instructions included
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8. Bluedot Trading
This offering from Bluedot Trading is a bargain-basement option that’s suitable for those just dipping their toe into this sort of training. If you decide to take your drills further, though, you’ll likely want to upgrade to a more durable model.
- Smart choice for children
- Difficult to adjust
- Only holds about 100 pounds
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7. Titan HD Power Speed
The Titan HD Power Speed weighs in at 37 pounds before you add any plates to it, so you can get a pretty good workout just dragging it around empty. There aren’t really any moving parts to it either, so putting it together is as easy as it gets.
- Great for use on hills
- Can be paired with sand bags
- Post too wide to hold many plates
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6. Ape Heavy
The handles of the Ape Heavy have rubber grips on them, ensuring that your training regimen is easy on your mitts even while it’s murder on your legs. The poles don’t wobble in the middle of a routine, creating a stable and safe experience.
- Excellent on asphalt
- Welds are clean and high quality
- Outdoor use only
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5. Titan Fitness Low Bar
As the name suggests, the Titan Fitness Low Bar forces you to get down deep into your stance, putting even more pressure on your calves, hamstrings, and quadriceps. It’s great training for football or any other sport that requires generating quite a bit of power.
- Holds standard and olympic plates
- Stable while in use
- Strap isn’t padded
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4. OneFitWonder FringeSport
The OneFitWonder FringeSport is as simple as it gets. It’s just a sled with a single pole and 16-foot pull straps, so you won’t waste any time trying to figure it out. Despite its straightforwardness, it can support 225 pounds’ worth of bumper plates.
- Raised base for easy weight removal
- Powder-coated steel construction
- Compact enough to keep in your trunk
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3. Sklz Speedsac
Everyday athletes can get all the benefits of added resistance without having to sacrifice most of their yard with the Sklz Speedsac. It’s small and easy to store when not in use and you can adjust the difficulty by adding or removing some of the included 10lb weight bags.
- Suitable for indoor use
- Can backpedal with it
- Ideal for hiit workouts
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2. Titan Fitness HD
The 11-gauge steel on the Titan Fitness HD is capable of holding up to 600 pounds — and if that’s not enough for you, then you might want to consider towing airplanes or something. It’s pretty heavy even before it’s loaded, so be prepared to really work.
- Replaceable feet
- Easy to break down for storage
- Can be worn with a harness
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1. Rep Fitness Adjustable’s
Don’t let the Rep Fitness Adjustable’s relatively small footprint fool you — this is a versatile piece of equipment that attacks your body from a variety of angles. You can remove or reposition the two poles, allowing you to push, pull, or drag it to your heart’s content.
- Accommodates multiple stances
- Works well on hard surfaces
- Weight post flips down for storage
