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Riiflex Adds Weight to Wii Workout
Wired: Gadget Lab —
... doesn't yet exist.
Ugliness and vaporware status aside, these seem pretty neat. As we know, Wii Fit doesn't really make you that fit, although the games are certainly fun. Adding some iron to the controller should fix that, pumping up your biceps in no time.
If you like, you can place a pre-order. Better, just grab the old, discarded dumbbells from the basement and tape the Wiimote to them. Free, and without the really quite tortuous name of the Riiflex.
Product page [Riiflex. Thanks, Paul!]
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Riiflex Dumbell System For Wii
Gadgetreview —
... Riiflex is coming out with a dumbell system for the Wii. Available in 2lb or 5lb models, the Riiflex attaches to the Wiimote and allows access to all functions…with some added weight. Imagine playing with these on for hours at a time on a daily basis? Hello, Popeye. Just don’t play Wii Sports or you’ll end up with a hole in your TV and the wall behind it.
It’s only a prototype at this point but you can preorder here.
[Wired]
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Wii Fit upgrade: Riiflex adds weight to your Wiimote
DVICE Atom Feed —
... has two weight options — 2 and 5 pounds — as well as trigger ports to access all the Wiimote buttons. The design is a prototype, but flabby biceps everywhere hope it comes out soon — bikini season is just around the corner.
Official price isn't available yet, but for five bucks you can purchase a reservation for one before they're available in stores. Much cheaper than a gym membership… more fun, too.
Riiflex, via New Launches
Wii Controllers Test Your Riiflex for $35 This Summer [Go To The Gym!]
Gizmodo —
... for 15 minutes daily. The Riiflex can be used any game on the Wii or also as an additional accessory with the Wii Fit. It also has a design that retains easy access to all controller functions while you're working out. The Riiflex dumbbells will be sold in pairs. For those who need a heavier model and are more fit than the rest of us, there's a set of two 4-pound weights that cost $40. The sets are scheduled to begin shipping this summer. Brian Lam, where art thou? [Riiflex]
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Wii Dumbbells Take a Step Closer to Reality
Wired: Gadget Lab —
... in the park
The reflex is in charge of finding treasure in the dark
And watching over lucky clover isn’t that bizarre
Every little thing the reflex does
Leaves you answered with a question mark
Well, it’s fine up to the third line. After that it gets a little surreal, but you get where we’re going.
Product page [Riiflex. Thanks, Paul!]
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Power Play Riiflex For The Wii
Ubergizmo —
... Wii owners who are looking forward to yet another interesting peripheral this summer can check out the Riiflex from Power Play - this pair of dumbbells actually intend to build your musles while you wave the Wiimote around, weighing in at 2-pounds each for $35. The Riiflex not only works with any game on the Wii, it will also make for a nice companion gift with Wii Fit. Specially designed to offer easy access to all controller functions while you're sweating it out, the Riiflex also comes in 4-pound weights by forking out another $5 for each pair. Expect these to ship later this ...
Riiflex Weights for Wii: Good idea, way too expensive
CrunchGear —
If you’ve been slowly but surely losing inches using Wii Fit or any other of the Wii’s calorie-burning games, adding a little extra weight from time to time may seem like a good idea.
At first glance, these Riiflex snap-in weights for the Wii-mote and Nunchuk look like the perfect complement to a few minutes of boxing or Wii Fit’s tricep extensions exercise. However, $34.99 for a set of two-pounders or $39.99 for the four-pound weights feels a bit pricey.
According to Riiflex.com:
“Riiflex weights combine the durability you ...
Riflex Wii Weights To Crush The Wii Fit
Gadgetreview —
It’s still up for debate as whether or not the Wii Fit actually helps anyone lose weight. But one company is looking to put some kibosh on the whole phenomenon. Arriving this summer - you know, in time for that beach bod - are the Riflex Wii Weights. Just slip in the Wiimote and Nunchuck into either the green (2lb) or blue (4lb) weights and follow the on screen action.
You can preorder each set of weights for $40.
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Riiflex Adds Weight Training to Wii Fit
OhGizmo! —
... workouts a new product will be shipping soon called the Riiflex dumbbells. The dumbbells are cut out to hold the Wii remote and nunchuck while you play games.
Two different weights are available with a pair of two pounds dumbbells selling for $34.95 starting this summer. Later a pair of four pound weights will be offered for $39.95. The dumbbells were announced earlier this year, but pricing and an estimated ship date were unknown at that time.
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Riiflex Dumbbells for Wii Fit Get Priced
I4U News —
... this summer with the ship date for the four pound set coming later. Company founder and creator of the Riiflex(TM) Paul Holcomb stated, "We wanted to develop a product line of quality fitness gear that can extend the functionality of the growing number of fitness titles for the Wii(TM) and Wii Fit(TM). We believe the Wii Fit(TM) is tapping into a large market demand to make gym time feel more like play time. We are dedicated to develop products that help people meet this need." Via Riiflex Posted on Thu, 9 Apr 2009 10:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun ...
Riiflex Wii Weights
GadgetGrid —
... the Wii Fitor not, you can use these with any game and receive a workout. Coming in two weight classes (2 pounds and 4 pounds), they are cleverly designed to appear as classic dumbbell weights. The 2 pound Wii Weights come and green, while the 4 comes in blue. They also took the time to ensure that all button functionality, including the trigger, are fully accessible for both the remote and nunchuk. This is truly a Wii accessory worth it’s weight in gold!
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