How to Attach a Speed Bag to a Swivel
Speed bags are an effective training tool for boxers, kick boxers and mixed martial artists. They help improve hand-eye coordination as well as endurance in the muscles of your shoulders and arms. Most speed bags are sold separately from the base or swivel that allows them to swing. Properly attaching a speed bag to the swivel, of which there are many varieties, will be instrumental in allowing you to gain the advantages of training with the speed bag.
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Instructions
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Attaching Speed Bag to U-Bolt (Precision) Swivel
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Slide the u-bolt attachment through the loop of the bag. Make sure the loop of the bag is centered on the bolt.
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Line up the loops of the u-bolt with the slots of the base housing.
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Insert the pin through the bolts and the base housing.
Attaching Speed Bag to Chain Link Swivel
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Place one end of the bag attachment through the loop of the speed bag and the other end of the bag attachment through the swivel housing piece.
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Slide the open link locking clip over both ends of the bag attachment.
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Spread the locking clip from the inside with a pair of retaining ring pliers.
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Attach the locking pin over the locking clip. The bigger loop should be on the top.
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Tips & Warnings
A third variety of speed bag swivels is a ball-hook swivel that comes in many varieties and is relatively simple to attach. Slide the loop of the speed bag over the hook and make sure it is centered.
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