Pro Grade
Uncategorized September 12th. 2010, 3:32amPro Grade
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 RAWLINGS ADIRONDACK PRO ASH PERFORMANCE GRADE WOOD BAT 302FAP 32  US $34.95
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 Easton Pro Grade Maple Matt Kemp Wood Baseball Bat PROMAPLE MK27 34 31 US $94.95
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 32 275 oz RockBat 331M TRUE PRO GRADE wood HARD MAPLE Baseball Bat FREE SHIP US $89.95
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 RAWLINGS ADIRONDACK PRO ASH PERFORMANCE GRADE WOOD BAT 302FAP 34 US $34.95
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 Akadema A529 Elite Pro Grade Ash Bat 34 Inch New US $66.90
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 Akadema A581 Elite Pro Grade Ash Bat 34 Inch New US $66.90
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 Akadema A581 Elite Pro Grade Ash Bat 32 Inch New US $70.00
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 Akadema A510 Elite Pro Grade Ash Bat 33 Inch New US $70.00
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 Akadema A543 Elite Pro Grade Ash Bat 34 Inch New US $66.90
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 AKADEMA 34 Inch Elite Pro Grade Amish Wood Baseball Bat US $74.97
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 Easton Laser Engraved Pro Grade Ash 243 Wood Baseball Bat PRO ASH 243 33 30 US $59.95
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 Easton Laser Engraved Pro Grade Ash 243 Wood Baseball Bat PRO ASH 243 32 29 US $59.95
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 Easton Laser Engraved Pro Grade Ash 110 Wood Baseball Bat PRO ASH 110 32 29 US $59.95
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 Easton Pro Grade Maple Wood Bat PRO110M 33 US $89.99
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 RAWLINGS ADIRONDACK PRO ASH PERFORMANCE GRADE WOOD BAT 302FAP 33 US $34.95
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 Easton Laser Engraved Pro Grade Maple 110 Wood Baseball Bat PRO MAPLE 110 34 31 US $94.95
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 Easton Laser Engraved Pro Grade Maple 110 Wood Baseball Bat PRO MAPLE 110 33 30 US $94.95
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 Easton Laser Engraved Pro Grade Maple 110 Wood Baseball Bat PRO MAPLE 110 32 29 US $94.95
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 Easton Laser Engraved Pro Grade Ash 243 Wood Baseball Bat PRO ASH 243 34 31 US $59.95
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 Easton Laser Engraved Pro Grade Ash 110 Wood Baseball Bat PRO ASH 110 34 31 US $59.95
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 Easton Laser Engraved Pro Grade Ash 110 Wood Baseball Bat PRO ASH 110 33 30 US $59.95
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 RAWLINGS ADIRONDACK PRO ASH PERFORMANCE GRADE WOOD BAT 302FAP 30 US $34.95
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 RAWLINGS ADIRONDACK PRO ASH PERFORMANCE GRADE WOOD BAT 302FAP 31 US $34.95
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 RAWLINGS ADIRONDACK PRO ASH PERFORMANCE GRADE WOOD BAT 302FAP 29 US $34.95
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 RAWLINGS PRO GRADE MAPLE BAT PMXXX NAT BLK 34in Baseball Softball US $99.95
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 RAWLINGS PRO GRADE MAPLE BAT PMXXX NAT BLK 335in Baseball Softball US $99.95
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 RAWLINGS PRO GRADE ASH BAT PAXXX BLACK 33in Baseball Softball US $84.95
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 RAWLINGS PRO GRADE MAPLE BAT PMXXX NAT BLK 33in Baseball Softball US $99.95
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 RAWLINGS PRO GRADE MAPLE BAT PMXXX NAT BLK 325in Baseball Softball US $99.95
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 RAWLINGS PRO GRADE MAPLE BAT PMXXX NAT BLK 32in Baseball Softball US $99.95
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 RAWLINGS PRO GRADE ASH BAT PAXXX BLACK 325in Baseball Softball US $84.95
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 RAWLINGS PRO GRADE ASH BAT PAXXX BLACK 32in Baseball Softball US $84.95
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 NEW RAWLINGS 33 30 OZPAXXX PRO GRADE Major League Quality Wood Bat US $54.00
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 Akadema M629 Elite Pro Grade Adult Amish Wood bat 32 US $40.00
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 RAWLINGS ADIRONDACK PRO PERFORMANCE GRADE MAPLE WOOD BASEBALL BAT 155FMAP 31 US $49.95
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 3 Mad Dod BAT Pack Guayaibi BambooPro Grade MapleRetails for over $315 US $195.00
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 Akadema A543 Pro Grade Wood Ash Baseball Bat 34 US $59.99
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 Akadema A529 Pro Grade Wood Ash Baseball Bat 34 US $59.99
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 Akadema A581 Pro Grade Wood Ash Baseball Bat 34 US $59.99
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 Akadema A510 Pro Grade Wood Ash Baseball Bat 34 US $59.99
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 Akadema A529 Pro Grade Wood Ash Baseball Bat 33 US $59.99
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 Akadema A543 Pro Grade Wood Ash Baseball Bat 33 US $59.99
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 Akadema A581 Pro Grade Wood Ash Baseball Bat 33 US $59.99
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 Akadema A510 Pro Grade Wood Ash Baseball Bat 33 US $59.99
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 Akadema A581 Pro Grade Ash Wood Baseball Bat 32 US $59.99
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Pro Grade "Competition" Kettlebells vs Cast Iron Kettlebells
Pro Grade, or "Competition" Kettlebells are made to fixed specifications. They are made of steel, rather than cast iron, and are used in international, girevoy sport kettlebell competitions.
Unlike classic cast iron kettlebells, pro grade kettlebells always have the same dimensions regardless of weight. This means that whether you are using an 8 KG/18 Lb bell or a 32 KG/70 Lb bell, it will always rest on your forearm in the exact same place. This ensures that your technique stays consistent regardless of weight. Traditional cast iron kettlebells get larger as they get heavier, and each size rests in a slightly different place in the rack position.
Due to the fact that Pro Grade kettlebells are made from steel, and not cast iron, they are more durable. This is not to say that a quality cast iron kettlebells will fall apart, it just means that steel is stronger than cast iron and therefore more durable. They are virtually indestructible, and a definite "step up" from classic cast iron kettlebells.
Pro Grade handles are slightly slimmer than with traditional cast iron kettlebells. The handles are specifically designed to prevent lateral slipping and minimize fatigue with high repetition sets.
Pro Grade Competition Kettlebells look "fat" compared to cast iron bells. They have a larger mass in the ball of the bell, imparting different, and many think, better ballistic properties due to this larger center mass.
In the photo above you can see the difference between the rounded handle of the cast iron kettlebell in the back, compared to the more squarish handle of a Pro Grade Kettlebell. Both kettlebells will give you a killer workout, however the design of the competition kettlebell handle results in less grip fatigue when performing high repetition snatches, cleans etc.
Many kettlebell enthusiasts are now including competition style kettlebells in their collection. As you progress in your kettlebell training, you will appreciate the benefits and differences of using competition kettlebells. If you like to juggle kettlebells, then you will find the balance on competition kettlebells to be perfectly suited for this type of kettlebell work.
I recommend that any serious kettlebell lifter purchase at least one competition style kettlebell. Kettlebells USA™ manufactures high quality cast iron as well as our line of Paradigm Pro™ Steel Competition Kettlebells.
About the Author
Alex King, Chief Instructor for Kettlebells USA™.
Professional/ Semi Pro grade camera?
I currently own a Nikon D40 and am thinking of upgrading. What kind of professional dslr do you use? And what are the pros and cons?
The D40 is a good camera. It's so good that there's only a few really good reasons to upgrade, like:
1) you need to make bigger prints
2) you need a faster frames per second rate
3) you need a better focusing system
4) you need a more durable and/or a weather sealed body.
Otherwise, the D40 does what the more expensive cameras do.
The first tier above the D40 would be the D80. The D60 or D40x don't really offer much of an upgrade.
Above that, you have the D300 and then the D3.
There's also the Fujifilm S5 Pro, which takes your Nikon lenses.
If I had to recommend, I would evaluate what it is you want to shoot and whether or not you would be served by better lenses instead. In fact, my first suggestion instead of upgrading your camera would be to get the new Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 lens, which will have an immediate impact on your shooting.
That said, if you want to upgrade your body, and you can afford it, go for the D300.
As for the cons:
* the cost of the upgrade.
* if you keep your current lenses, only modest improvement in image quality.
* need more file space, computer drive space, and computer CPU power to process files.
Coach Fedorenko tries the 140lb Pro-Grade for the first time - 30 reps
