Water flows into these holes naturally, but I can only imagine that trying to fill the base with sand would take forever. As such, using a reflex bag is a good training tool for setting a rhythm and using your reactions to strike at the correct time. Overall I feel like where this bag has tried to add variety, it instead finds itself torn between two extremes. For a reflex bag that’s not cheap, however I really can’t say that you don’t get your money’s worth.

The second method of training with the Everlast Hyperflex is by locking the bottom spring so that only the top spring moves. In a sporting nation like Australia, an extensive selection of sports gear is essential to cover the needs of any athlete, amateur or pro. What this means is if you hit the bag with a moderate amount of power, the bag will take a moment to swing back up to you. When using a reflex bag you usually want the bag to be around chin level for a realistic training, but a little higher or lower isn’t an issue. If you were to measure and transfer it with jugs or similar, you’d be there for a ridiculous amount of time.It's heavy enough to stay put when kicks or punches are thrown at it, but light enough to not make it such a hassle to move it if needed. That probably means it’s a bit too tall for kids, but anyone teenager or older should have no problem using it. So far seems pretty sturdy, I am worried about the plastic joint that connects the spring and rod to the frame but so far it's holding up.

They’re now one of the most widely known USA boxing brands, with gear lines for boxing, mixed martial arts, and fitness related sporting goods. The cobra bag is an effective training tool for developing essential striking skills, such as hand-eye coordination and defensive maneuverability. If you are on a personal connection, like at home, you can run an anti-virus scan on your device to make sure it is not infected with malware. The 9-inch high-tension steel spring provides lightning-fast action, allowing you to train at any level, from beginner to world champion.As well as looking way nicer than an exposed spring, it actually helps prevent any injuries or glove wear if you misplace a punch. Finally, you can use the Everlast Hyperflex with both springs unlocked, so the bag has two pivot points. Thanks Iain, it took a while to figure out how to use it, but now I feel it's a valuable piece of equipment. It is perfect for practicing all types of punches, including jabs, power punches, hooks, uppercuts, and combinations, as well as slipping, weaving, and defensive drills.

Instead I’d suggest you use a garden hose or similar, but there’s then no way to measure the amount of water used.

Moving on from visuals, when we start to look at the materials it’s clear again that Everlast have tried to put together a really nice product. In other words, I don't think of it as a "central" piece of impact equipment, it is very good for learning to pivot around and practice body movement with, but too much use, or wrong use could build weird habits. The 8-inch target ball is filled with infused foam, providing ideal resistance without the need for bladders or an air pump. It is suitable for all combat sports and has an intuitive design that provides a fun and challenging rhythm for fighters of all skill levels.

If you have a higher budget or were kitting out a gym, then I’d probably suggest you look into a Cobra bag. It has a fully adjustable industrial steel tubular construction that is suitable for professional and home training. As this swings so fast it does work out quite nicely for real fast drills where you’re just lightly hitting the bag.This spring means that when you punch, it will momentarily swing away, before swinging back towards you. I thought I would get a cheap brand and they were just using the everlast picture but it is actually an everlast bag. If the top spring was slightly lower on the pole, it would have provided a nice swing, acting almost like a ‘cobra’ bag.