I thought I would start my first blog post with comparisons
and my personal review of the Titan Support Systems wrist wraps we carry on
LiftingLarge.com . I will review the Max RPM, Titanium, THP and Signature wrist
wraps. We receive dozens of questions every week about each wrist wrap and the
proper length to use. I will try and cover all these points.
Max
RPM wrist wraps:
These in my opinion are the most forgiving and easiest wraps to use for
beginners or someone that is looking for a mild support wrap. It has the
softest feeling material and is the most pliable of the four types of Titan
wraps. You can keep this wrap on longer and through several sets or the
entire workout due to it being more flexible and pliable. Great all-around support
but not my personal choice for maximum support under maximum loads. I will talk
about the suggested wrap length at the bottom of this entire review
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Titanium
Wrist Wraps
A step up from the Max RPM, the Titanium wrist wraps provide more support with stronger
elasticity and a thicker feeling and bulk. They require more energy to stretch
out therefore creating more pressure and wrist support. These are my personal
favorite for over 25 years in the Squat and bench press. I used then on all of
my 800+ plus squats.
THP Wrist Wraps
Stepping up from the Titanium wraps we find a wrap that is much thinner and
much stiffer. I would estimate about the same stretch strength but at a much
thinner less bulky feel. Titan states: “A Cast Like Feel” and this is a very
correct statement. This is our fastest selling style of Titan wraps. If you
watch the World’s Strongest Man contests you will see many of them wearing THP
wrist wraps. The material is rougher and
initially a little more grippy therefore allowing it to stay in place on your
wrist better. I have found though after about 6 months of use that grippy feel
has vanished. This does not take anything away from the quality of the wrap
though.
Signature Wrist Wraps
These are the king of stiffness, support and thickness. I have not come
across a stiffer more supportive wrap from any manufacturer in the last 15
years. It is a true competition wrap. I would not suggest it for the everyday
workout. It is extreme to say the least.
If you want your wrist locked up to stop it from moving at all then
these are the wraps for you. You will not be able to keep them on between sets
though as you will need some blood circulating in your hands to load the bar.
Choosing the correct wrap length for you
12 inch wrist wraps would be for someone that want a small package when
wrapped on your wrist or if you have very small wrist. The support level with
only a 12 inch wraps would be the least. Generally only about 1-2 turns around
the average wrist. Legal in most powerlifting federations
50cm (19 inch) wrist wraps are an extremely popular
length. 3-4 turns per wrist and still not hugely bulky. Much more support than
the 12 inch. Legal in most powerlifting federations
24 inch wrist wraps are by far the most popular
length we carry. 4-5 turns per wrist on average. Great support but a little
more bulky and a person with small wrist may not like the bulk. My favorite for
heavy bench press. Legal in most powerlifting federations
30 inch wrist wraps are getting fairly bulky but
providing much more support for the large wrist or heavy bench press or squat.
These are generally to much wrap for the general powerlifting athlete. If you
do have wrist problems then it might work with the added support. Legal in most
powerlifting federations
36 inch wrist wraps are the big boy of wrist support.
Total wrist coverage with maximum support. 5-7 turns on your wrist. On a
personal note I always wore 36 inch wraps for squat as I carried the bar pretty
low. Legal in most powerlifting federations
Wearing Wraps
Titan wrap do not come as a left and right set. They are cut the same. One wrap
is going to wrap the opposite than the other wraps. Generally speaking if a
wrist wrap is manufactured in the USA it will be made this way from most
companies. If the wrap has a right and left then it is made overseas in
Pakistan or China. Don’t let this cause you concern after a few time using them
you will not even notice and you can put either wrap on either hand. Trust me
it is not big deal. When putting the wrap on try and curl your hand into the
forearm a little and then wrap it holding that position. This will provide much
more resistance to your wrist bending it backwards. The more you pull the wrap
when putting it on the tighter it will be. Make it a practice to take the thumb
loop off after you put the wrap on. Most powerlifting federations will red
light you if you wear the thumb loop on the platform .
Titan Wrist Wraps Warranty
Titan warranties these wrist wraps for 6 months from the date of purchase.
If the last few years I can only think of 5 or 6 times that we have replaced
wrist wraps because of failures. Titan wraps will take a beating and keep
performing for you.
I hope this has answered some questions and helped you make
an easier decision when deciding which Titan wrist wraps is for you and your
training goals.
Mike Adelmann – LiftingLarge.com Owner
Personal Wrist Wrap choices:
Bench press:24 inch Titanium
Squat: 36 inch THP
General use: 50cm Titanium
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1 Comments
Chance
I haven't personally tried to the Titan wraps but other brands do have a problem withs stiffness. It feels like the wrap isn't helping stabilize any part of the wrist what so ever. I think wraps should only be utilized temporarily though wrist pain while lifting though. As its more important to strength the forearm and grip to help stabilize the wrist permanently.