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1. What dumbbells does Omaha Sports & Games carry?

Our dumbbell collection at Omaha Sports & Games includes rubber hex dumbbells, urethane dumbbells, iron hex dumbbell sets, adjustable dumbbells, loadable dumbbells, neoprene and vinyl sets, and complete rack-and-dumbbell packages from Troy Barbell, Bells of Steel, XMARK, Power Systems, Body-Solid, Rae Crowther, Lifeline, Fringe Sport, Major Fitness, Weight It Out, and Barbell Standard — starting at $249.00 with free shipping and our lowest price guarantee. Browse our full free weights collection or call (888) 884-2234 for help.
2. What is the most affordable dumbbell set you carry?

The most accessible option in our collection is the Barbell Standard Rubber Hex Dumbbell Sets (from $249.00, on sale from $355.00) — rubber-coated hex dumbbells available in various weight ranges at the lowest entry price in our lineup. For cast iron loadable dumbbells, the Weight It Out Standard 1" Cast Iron Machined Loadable Dumbbell Sets start from $344.99 (on sale from $389.99). For hex rubber sets with a rack, the Fringe Sport Hex Dumbbell Set starts from $400.25. All ship free with our lowest price guarantee.
3. What adjustable dumbbells do you carry?

We carry adjustable dumbbells in two formats. The Bells of Steel NÜOBELL Adjustable Dumbbells (from $692.99) are a premium selectorized adjustable dumbbell system — a single compact unit that replaces a full rack of dumbbells by allowing rapid weight changes through a dial selector. Body-Solid offers two adjustable dumbbell options: the Body-Solid SDBX132 Adjustable Dumbbell Set ($535.00) and the Body-Solid SDBX132ST Adjustable Dumbbell Pair with Stand ($680.00) — which includes a dedicated storage stand. Both are ideal for home gyms and training spaces where floor space is at a premium.
4. What rubber hex dumbbell sets do you carry?

We carry rubber hex dumbbell sets across a wide range of brands and budgets. Entry-level options include the Barbell Standard Rubber Hex Dumbbell Sets (from $249.00) and Fringe Sport Hex Dumbbell Set (from $400.25). Mid-range sets include the Lifeline 380lb Hex Rubber Dumbbell Set ($1,273.74) and Lifeline 550lb Hex Rubber Dumbbell Set ($1,273.74). Premium rubber hex sets include the Rae Crowther Rubber Hex Dumbbell Set (from $1,195.00) and Bells of Steel options including the Straight Handle Rubber Hex Sets (from $1,199.00) and Ergo Rubber Hex Dumbbells (from $1,199.00). Troy Barbell rounds out this category with hex sets from 5–50 lbs to 5–100 lbs in various rack bundle configurations.
5. What urethane dumbbells do you carry?

Urethane is the most durable and premium dumbbell coating — more resistant to cracking, chipping, and odor than rubber or neoprene. We carry urethane dumbbells from four brands. XMARK offers the XMARK Round Commercial Urethane Dumbbells (from $2,099.00) and the XMARK 12-Sided Commercial Urethane Dumbbells (from $2,099.00). Bells of Steel carries the Bells of Steel Urethane Dumbbells (from $2,099.99). Major Fitness offers the Major Fitness Urethane Octagonal-Shield Dumbbells ($2,299.99). Troy Barbell's urethane lineup includes complete packs from 5–50 lb ($4,262.38) through 5–100 lb ($11,962.92) and 12-sided urethane sets extending to 150 lbs.
6. What iron and pro-style dumbbell sets do you carry?

Troy Barbell is our primary source for iron and pro-style dumbbell sets. Their iron hex lineup spans two ranges — the 5–50 lb iron hex set ($1,343.98) and the 55–100 lb iron hex set ($3,495.26). Their Pro Style iron sets, available in black and grey finish, range from 5–50 lb configurations (from $2,917.66) all the way to massive 5–150 lb commercial sets (from $13,739.40). Troy Barbell also offers complete Pro Style rubber dumbbell sets in similar configurations, from 5–50 lb (from $3,388.66) through 5–100 lb and beyond. For loadable iron options, the Weight It Out Standard 1" Cast Iron Machined Loadable Dumbbell Sets start from $344.99. Questions about which set is right for your facility? Call (888) 884-2234.
7. What loadable dumbbells do you carry?

Loadable dumbbells use a handle with a standard weight plate collar, allowing you to load the exact weight you need rather than buying fixed-weight pairs. We carry two loadable dumbbell options from Weight It Out. The Solid Steel Loadable Dumbbell Sets (from $499.99) are machined from solid steel for maximum durability in heavy-load applications. The Standard 1" Cast Iron Machined Loadable Dumbbell Sets (from $344.99, on sale from $389.99) are compatible with standard 1" weight plates, making them a cost-effective entry into loadable dumbbell training. Pair them with our free weights collection for plates and accessories.
8. Do you carry complete dumbbell rack packages?

Yes — we carry numerous dumbbell-and-rack packages for home gyms and commercial facilities. XMARK packages include the XMARK 10-Pairs 5–50 lb Hex Dumbbells with 3-Tier Rack ($1,439.00) and the XMARK 5–50 lb Hex Set with Rack and Weight Bench ($1,799.00). Body-Solid offers the GDR500-NEOPACK Commercial Neoprene Package ($1,850.00) and GDR500-PACK Commercial Vinyl Package ($1,850.00). Power Systems offers several neoprene and vinyl rack-and-set combos starting from $629.00. Troy Barbell's rubber and iron hex sets are also available bundled with two- and three-tier racks.
9. What makes Troy Barbell dumbbells different from other brands?

Troy Barbell is one of the most respected commercial dumbbell manufacturers in the industry, offering the broadest range of professional-grade iron and rubber dumbbell configurations available — from standard iron hex sets through 12-sided rubber and urethane designs, Pro Style commercial sets, and aerobic neoprene and vinyl sets for group fitness. Their pro-style and commercial-grade products are used in gyms, health clubs, and athletic training facilities across the country. Troy Barbell's lineup at Omaha Sports & Games spans 31 products covering every weight range and finish option, from the 5–50 lb Iron Hex Set ($1,343.98) to the massive 5–100 lb Urethane Dumbbell Pack ($11,962.92).
10. Do you offer free shipping on dumbbells?

Yes — every dumbbell and dumbbell set in our collection ships free with our lowest price guarantee, from the Barbell Standard Rubber Hex Sets (from $249.00) to large Troy Barbell and XMARK commercial packages. For help selecting the right dumbbell type, weight range, or rack configuration for your space and budget, contact our team or call (888) 884-2234.

The Complete Guide to Dumbbells — Rubber Hex, Urethane, Iron, Adjustable & Commercial Sets

Dumbbells are the most versatile piece of strength equipment ever made. A single pair can train every muscle group in the body, in a footprint small enough to fit in a corner of a bedroom — and a complete rack spanning 5 to 100 pounds gives a commercial gym everything it needs to serve every member from beginner to elite. What separates a mediocre dumbbell from a great one is the material, the knurling, the coating, and the construction: rubber hex dumbbells that hold their shape for years, urethane finishes that resist chipping and cracking in high-traffic environments, iron pro-style sets that replicate the feel of elite commercial facilities, and adjustable systems that put an entire weight room's worth of resistance in a single compact unit. At Omaha Sports & Games, our dumbbell collection spans 64 products and 11 brands — rubber hex, urethane, iron, adjustable, loadable, neoprene and vinyl sets, and complete rack packages — all with free shipping and our lowest price guarantee. Browse our full free weights collection and the complete Weights & Fitness lineup. Questions? Call (888) 884-2234 or contact our team.

Rubber Hex Dumbbells — Entry Through Premium

Rubber hex dumbbells are the standard for home gyms, functional training spaces, and most commercial facilities. The hexagonal head prevents the dumbbell from rolling, the rubber coating absorbs shock and protects floors, and the chrome handle provides secure grip across a wide weight range. We carry rubber hex options from eight brands at every budget tier.

Entry-Level Rubber Hex: Barbell Standard & Fringe Sport

The Barbell Standard Rubber Hex Dumbbell Sets (from $249.00, on sale from $355.00) are the most accessible rubber hex option in our lineup — rubber-coated hexagonal dumbbells available in multiple weight configurations and the lowest price entry point in our collection. For buyers looking for a complete set with slightly more brand recognition, Fringe Sport Hex Dumbbell Sets (from $400.25) offer a proven quality step-up in the budget tier. Both ship free and are backed by our lowest price guarantee — the right starting point for a home gym that's building its dumbbell rack from scratch.

Mid-Range Rubber Hex: Lifeline

Lifeline brings three rubber hex dumbbell options to our mid-range tier. The Lifeline 380lb Hex Rubber Dumbbell Set ($1,273.74) covers a compact weight range for smaller setups, while the Lifeline 550lb Hex Rubber Dumbbell Set ($1,273.74) expands the range to a full 5–50 lb complement. For buyers who want the set and storage solved in one purchase, the Lifeline 550lb Hex Rubber Dumbbell Set with 3-Tier Rack ($1,482.24) bundles the full set with a three-tier storage rack — a turnkey solution for home gym and small facility installations.

Premium Rubber Hex: Bells of Steel, Rae Crowther & Troy Barbell

Bells of Steel offers three distinct rubber hex dumbbell designs at the premium tier. The Bells of Steel Straight Handle Rubber Hex Dumbbell Sets (from $1,199.00) use a straight chrome handle with rubber hex heads — the classic commercial gym format built to Bells of Steel's exacting commercial-grade specifications. The Bells of Steel Ergo Rubber Hex Dumbbells (from $1,199.00) introduce an ergonomic handle profile that reduces wrist strain and improves grip comfort across all exercises and weight ranges. Both lines represent commercial-quality rubber hex construction in a format trusted by serious home gym athletes and facility operators alike.

The Rae Crowther Rubber Hex Dumbbell Set (from $1,195.00) brings Rae Crowther's reputation for heavy-duty commercial manufacturing to the rubber hex category — a 5–50 lb set in 5 lb increments built to the same standards as their commercial free weight and rack systems. Troy Barbell extends rubber hex options even further with hex dumbbell sets covering 5–50 lb ($1,748.40) and 55–100 lb ($3,958.70) ranges, as well as rack-bundled options including the 5–75 lb set with three-tier rack ($3,915.96) and the full 5–100 lb set with three-tier rack ($6,044.38).

Urethane Dumbbells — Commercial-Grade Durability

Urethane is the most durable, most premium dumbbell coating available. Unlike rubber, urethane does not crack or chip over time, does not develop odor, and maintains a flawless appearance in high-traffic commercial environments for years of daily use. It's the coating used in the best commercial gyms and athletic training facilities worldwide. We carry urethane dumbbells from four brands.

XMARK Commercial Urethane Dumbbells

XMARK brings two commercial urethane dumbbell designs to our lineup. The XMARK Round Commercial Urethane Dumbbells (from $2,099.00) are available in 5–50 lb and 5–75 lb sets — smooth round-head urethane with chrome handles and a classic commercial silhouette. The XMARK 12-Sided Commercial Urethane Dumbbells (from $2,099.00) use a 12-sided head geometry that prevents rolling while maintaining the premium look and durability of urethane — available in the same 5–50 lb and 5–75 lb configurations. Both XMARK urethane lines are built for commercial environments and backed by XMARK's commercial equipment warranty.

Bells of Steel, Major Fitness & Troy Barbell Urethane

The Bells of Steel Urethane Dumbbells (from $2,099.99) are built to Bells of Steel's commercial-grade specifications — a high-durometer urethane coating over iron heads with precisely machined and knurled chrome handles. They're a fixture in serious commercial and semi-professional training environments that demand the best look and the longest service life from their equipment. The Major Fitness Urethane Octagonal-Shield Dumbbells ($2,299.99) feature an eight-sided octagonal head design — a modern commercial aesthetic with excellent anti-roll stability and the full durability benefits of urethane construction.

Troy Barbell's urethane lineup is the most extensive in our collection. Their 12-sided urethane series covers 5–50 lb sets (from $4,727.26) through 80–100 lb (from $5,467.50), 55–75 lb (from $3,948.76), 105–125 lb (from $7,205.70), and 130–150 lb (from $8,412.60). For complete gym installations, Troy Barbell offers full-rack urethane packs: the 5–50 lb Urethane Dumbbell Pack ($4,262.38) and the 5–100 lb Urethane Dumbbell Pack ($11,962.92) — the definitive urethane dumbbell solution for large commercial facilities.

Iron & Pro-Style Dumbbell Sets — Troy Barbell

Troy Barbell's Pro Style dumbbell series is one of the most recognized commercial dumbbell lines in the industry — an iron head dumbbell with an ergonomic straight handle, chrome accents, and a weight-stamped head that mirrors the feel of the best health club floors in the country. We carry Troy Barbell Pro Style iron sets in multiple finish options and weight configurations. In black finish, the Pro Style iron series spans 5–50 lb (from $2,917.66), 55–100 lb (from $4,570.00), and the complete 5–150 lb commercial set (from $13,739.40). Grey finish options cover the same ranges: 5–50 lb (from $3,044.70), 55–100 lb (from $4,964.70), and 5–150 lb (from $14,298.70).

For iron hex dumbbell sets without the Pro Style ergonomic handle, Troy Barbell offers the standard iron hex in 5–50 lb ($1,343.98) and 55–100 lb ($3,495.26) configurations, as well as rack-bundled options including the 5–50 lb iron hex set with two-tier rack ($1,583.96). Troy Barbell also offers a 12-Sided Rubber series for facilities that want the commercial aesthetic of a multi-sided dumbbell in rubber rather than urethane, with sets spanning 5–50 lb (from $1,981.36) and 55–100 lb (from $5,549.32).

Adjustable Dumbbells — Space-Saving Versatility

Adjustable dumbbells replace a full rack of fixed-weight dumbbells with a single compact unit — the right solution for home gyms, personal training studios, and any training environment where floor space is limited and the full weight range is needed. We carry adjustable options from Bells of Steel and Body-Solid.

The Bells of Steel NÜOBELL Adjustable Dumbbells (from $692.99) are the premium selectorized adjustable dumbbell system in our lineup. The NÜOBELL's dial selector enables rapid weight changes between sets without fumbling with pins or collars — the same seamless experience found on premium adjustable systems at a price that makes sense for serious home gym athletes. The NÜOBELL's compact form factor, premium knurling, and Bells of Steel construction quality make it the best overall adjustable dumbbell for dedicated training use.

Body-Solid offers two conventional adjustable dumbbell configurations. The Body-Solid SDBX132 Adjustable Dumbbell Set ($535.00) is a plate-loadable adjustable dumbbell set built to Body-Solid's commercial-grade standards. The Body-Solid SDBX132ST Adjustable Dumbbell Pair with Stand ($680.00) adds a dedicated upright storage stand, keeping the dumbbells organized and accessible at handle height for quick transitions between exercises.

Loadable Dumbbells — Maximum Weight Flexibility

Loadable dumbbells use a machined handle with a standard collar system, allowing you to load any combination of weight plates for the exact resistance you need — and change it between sets without buying additional pairs. Weight It Out specializes in precision-machined loadable dumbbell handles with two distinct material options. The Weight It Out Solid Steel Loadable Dumbbell Sets (from $499.99) are machined from solid steel billet for extreme durability and precise tolerances under heavy loading. The Weight It Out Standard 1" Cast Iron Machined Loadable Dumbbell Sets (from $344.99, on sale from $389.99) are compatible with standard 1" weight plates, making them a cost-effective entry into loadable dumbbell training that pairs with any existing standard plate collection.

Neoprene & Vinyl Dumbbell Sets

Neoprene and vinyl dumbbells are fixed-weight, color-coded dumbbells built for lighter training, group fitness, physical therapy, and aerobics programming. They're the standard for commercial group fitness floors and wellness facilities that need easy-to-identify, easy-to-grip dumbbells at lower weight ranges. Power Systems offers the most comprehensive neoprene and vinyl dumbbell selection in our lineup — multiple rack-and-set configurations including the neoprene/vinyl vertical rack with Deluxe Vinyl DB Prime Set 1–15 lbs ($649.00), the 4-Tier Rack with Deluxe Vinyl DB Prime Set 1–15 lbs ($689.00), the 4-Tier Rack with Black Neoprene DB Set 1–15 lbs ($629.00), and the premium 44-pair storage rack with Deluxe Vinyl DB Prime pairs ($1,299.00) — a complete commercial group fitness dumbbell wall in a single purchase.

Body-Solid rounds out the neoprene and vinyl category with two complete commercial packages. The Body-Solid GDR500-NEOPACK Commercial Neoprene Dumbbell Package ($1,850.00) combines Body-Solid's commercial rack with a complete neoprene dumbbell set. The Body-Solid GDR500-PACK Commercial Vinyl Dumbbell Package ($1,850.00) provides the same total solution with vinyl-coated dumbbells. Troy Barbell adds two aerobic group sets: the Aerobic Black Neoprene Dumbbell Rack Group Set ($1,550.94) and the Aerobic Color-Coded Vinyl Dumbbell Rack Group Set ($1,540.36) — both built around Troy Barbell's commercial-grade aerobic dumbbell designs used in health clubs nationwide.

Dumbbell Racks & Storage

Proper dumbbell storage is as important as the dumbbells themselves — a good rack keeps weights organized, accessible, and off the floor. XMARK offers a strong selection of commercial-grade standalone racks. The XMARK Commercial Dumbbell Rack with 10 or 15 Pair Option (from $739.00) and XMARK Commercial 2-Tier Dumbbell Rack ($749.00) are compact solutions for 10-pair setups, while the XMARK Commercial 3-Tier Dumbbell Rack ($909.00) handles 15 pairs across three tiers. Troy Barbell's 2-Tier 10-Pair Dumbbell Rack ($972.40) provides Troy Barbell-matched storage for their dumbbell lines. For modular storage solutions, the Body-Solid SDKR-SD Modular Storage Rack with Dumbbell Saddle Tiers (from $805.00) offers a flexible, expandable storage system that can be configured for different combinations of dumbbells, kettlebells, and other free weights as your collection grows.

Shop Dumbbells at Omaha Sports & Games

Every dumbbell and dumbbell set in our collection ships free with our lowest price guarantee — from the Barbell Standard Rubber Hex Sets (from $249.00) to the Troy Barbell 5–100 lb Urethane Pack ($11,962.92). Complete your free weights setup with our full free weights collection. Then build out your gym with our power racks & Smith machines, fitness machines, and cardio equipment — including treadmills, exercise bikes, ellipticals, rowing machines, climbing machines, and rope trainers. Support your recovery with our Wellness & Recovery collection. Contact our team or call (888) 884-2234 for personalized guidance on building the right dumbbell setup for your facility.