Ringside Mexican-Style Double-Double End Bag 16"W x 2"H

Good and durable for the prices

I purchased this item to add another dimension to my kick-boxing work-out. As shown in the image, I have a home made training floor in my garage that incorporates heavy duty rubber mats and a wooden frame that is designed with a little spring to it. The Mexican double-double end bag attaches to the outer edge of the frame which allows 180 degrees of movement around it. When I am done I can quickly disconnect the heavy duty bungee cord from the frame and secure everything up, out of the way. The bag arrived on time without issues. I slowly inflated it with a bike pump making sure that the bladders weren't pinched inside. I have used it at least 3 times a week for about 6 weeks and have added a little air only once. My father-in-law, who is an experienced saddlemaker, suggested I apply some leather cream before using it. It gave the bag a richer look and hopefully will add to it's longevity as I will continue applying the leather cream when needed. Overall, I am very satisfied with this product and enjoy using it.

I've been happy with this. I hang it from the ceiling with a rope and then use the shorter of the two supplied bungee cords to fasten it to a 30 lb weight on the floor. I'd say 30 lb is the minimum if you don't have a hook attached to your floor--40 or 50 might be ideal, but 30 is OK. After a couple months, one of the bladders burst. I unlaced the bag and pulled it out. Ringside's help center told me which replacement on to buy, but it looked different than the one I removed, but he was absolutely certain. I'm glad I ignored his advice because I found the right one on Amazon (Pro Impact Boxing Speedbag Replacement Bladders Large 7-10 inch), which has Enkay 5 printed on it, just like the burst one. Two months after that, the other one burst and I ordered a replacement. At this point I'm no longer so impressed with the durability of this product. The cover has held up well and has no signs of wear.

This recent purchase was a toss up between Title & Ringside. Read the reviews for both of their Mexican style double end bags, and both had complaints about the bladders popping quickly. Just wasn't anticipating them going that quick - like same day receipt quick! First use and boom!... they both went one right after the other as I was hitting them. I went with Ringside's product, because I also bought one of their 7" double end bags that I've had very good experience with over the past 2-3 months. So, I figured it's gotta be good. I pumped both ends of the bag up (both bladders) to a semi-firm pressure, about the same pressure I've had in my 7" de bag. Couldn't really base the max pressure off of any spec information, because it didn't come with any. My pump's gauge read between 6-8 lbs of pressure depending on where it was during the pump stroke. Maybe the amount of pressure I put in was too much? Didn't seem like I did based on how my other bag's held up. Plus, anything less and it would've been like punching jello. I also have a cobra bag made by a different company that I've had longer than the 2 Ringside's, and that one hasn't gone yet. Same amount of pressure. The flipside to the coin is that the product looks really nice. Colors are nice, nice size, and the leather has a nice feel to it. Looks to be good quality construction except for the bladders. It's response was interesting. Bit of a different reaction skill to be developed once I get one that works. I liked it! Hopefully Ringside will remedy this situation. Will update my review once I hear more. ____________________________ UPDATE 1/4/21: Called Ringside's customer service and explained the problem. They told me they were out of replacement bladders and didn't know when they'd have anymore available. I asked if they had any plans for an upgraded model, or if they would be seeking out a more quality supplier for the bladders, and the answer was no. They were courteous about it. So, I decided to return and get a replacement through Amazon. I figured I'd give it another shot to see if it was just my bad luck. Received the replacement and one of the bladders ended up popping. Granted, it took a couple more days longer than the first one (3 days instead of 1), and only one of the 2 bladders went out. Other one is still holding up, but I haven't used it for a few days now. As far as inflating goes, I purposefully left them a little soft (softer than the first time) to see if it was a pressure issue. Seems like that wasn't the case. It was either my bad luck twice, or the bladders are simply not of very good quality. I would have to say it is a quality issue. Could just be my luck who knows.. Disappointed in the product & experience. Such a nice looking bag and quality feel on the leather. Too bad the low quality bladders are the issue. If Ringside could manage to find a higher quality source for their bladders in the future I wouldn't mind paying more.

Great product! Not my first double end, but definitely my favorite! Well made, and the locking rings on the cables are a nice addition. The ability to train head-body combos on this bag is essential, although the larger size of the bag prevents it from being as mobile (ie hard to hit) as a single double end bag. One problem I've had with other bags is that they gradually lose air over a few rounds and you need to pump them up every 20 minutes or so. Not so with this bag! This bag is well-worth the money.

This has lasted in my gym for over two years and in fluctuating weather. This is a legit product.

The bag itself is well constructed and also the bungees included are durable. My only criticism is that one of the bladders burst after 3 times of using

Better and more true action then the single bag. In addition, allows a range of jabs, power shots and hooks with the larger area.

The product is very good quality don't hesitate if you want it.

Sad didn't even half more than 35 days and bladder burst

Fantastic product however the bottom bladder burst after 2 months, during exercise and not on its own of course 😭😭😭😭

El material es cuero y es bueno. Las costuras están bien hechas y llevan refuerzo como las peras clásicas antiguas. llevan dos cámaras una para cada Pera y los elasticos que viene son de goma muy firme y tienen aspecto de durar mucho tiempo no como los materiales de las peras asiáticas que no duran ni 2 meses. Solo lo he usado un día pero el aspecto inicial es muy bueno

NIce and rugged. Genuine leather as it was mentionned (I couldn't belive it !!). Advertising was not mentionning anything about the size of the double end bag. I leave the measure here for futur users : 20 L x 8" W. Total height 30" including the attach rings. Great for speed boxing and kicking.