{"title":"Finger Trainers","description":"\u003cp\u003eAll finger training exercise equipment\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"funky-fingers-finger-trainer","title":"Funky Fingers Finger Trainer V1.1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore finger gains with ergonomic loading.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Funky Fingers Finger Trainer automatically adjusts to fit your hand's unique anatomy, distributing equal loads across each finger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal ErgoEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e the ideal “unlevelness” for your unique fingers. Allows for the optimal open hand, half-crimp, and full-crimp position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEqual Load Distribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e The whipple tree linkage ensures that each finger is loaded with the same force. No matter how your fingers are positioned, the force is equally distributed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePortable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Packs away smaller than two decks of cards. Weighs 124 grams (4.4 oz).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable per-finger depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e features a quick-adjust depth stop for each individual finger. Adjustment range is from 8mm-22mm, accommodates both small and large hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErgonomic:\u003c\/strong\u003e each finger edge has 3D-rounding to ensure comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSee the \u003ca title=\"How to use the Funky Fingers Finger Trainer guide\" href=\"\/pages\/how-to-use-the-ffft\"\u003eHow to use guide\u003c\/a\u003e for a detailed guide on how to use it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e⚠\u003c\/span\u003e Carabiner not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e⚠\u003c\/span\u003e This is our V1.1 release; a fully functional, unique design that is still evolving. We welcome your feedback as we continue to refine it. Read what's new in v1.1 in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/k3engineering.com\/blogs\/prototypes\/whats-new-with-the-v1-1-ffft\" title=\"What's new with the FFFT v1.1\"\u003eblog post\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e⚠\u003c\/span\u003e The freeform design of the FFFT means that it will take some time to learn how to use it. It will take at least 3 sessions to get comfortable with using it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat’s wrong with a normal straight-edge block?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe straight edge and arbitrary finger depth results in non optimal loading of the finger flexor muscles and is not ergonomic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBecause your fingers are different lengths, a straight edge loads them differently. This is most noticeable with the pinky - when doing a half crimp, the pinky is too short to also be in the half crimp position and ends up being in an open hand position. Another example is that it’s impossible to train a three finger drag with four fingers simply because the pinky is too short. This uneven bending results in some fingers never training certain angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhy would I want to train with an ergonomic finger trainer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eErgonomic finger training carries over to more grip positions.\u003cbr\u003eIsometric training at a certain joint angle does not transfer well to other joint angles. This means that training on a straight edge limits your strength to holds that put your fingers in similar positions.\u003cbr\u003eAn ergonomic finger trainer lets you train every finger in a half-crimp and an open-hand position. This lets you train more joint angles for all of your fingers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhy would I want per-finger adjustable edge depth?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEvery finger is different, and what works for one finger might aggravate another finger. The FFFT allows you to adjust the finger depth to be comfortable for all of your fingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow does the FFFT let me train in any grip?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Funky Fingers Finger Trainer uses a whipple tree pulley system that allows the fingers to be in any position. The load is distributed equally to each finger no matter the position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSee the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-use-the-ffft\"\u003ehow to use guide\u003c\/a\u003e for more details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWill I lift more weight with the FFFT compared to a straight edge?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, you will lift less weight.\u003cbr\u003eYou will be limited by your weakest finger. This is good - you will be training your weakest link and you will quickly make gains in your grip strength.\u003cbr\u003eThe FFFT is an unstable surface which makes it difficult to pull as hard compared to a typical straight edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWill this fit my hands?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FFFT can accommodate a finger length difference of more than 60mm (2.4in). It can also accommodate wide hands since the finger edges are attached on a rope and can be spread apart as wide as needed.\u003cbr\u003eWhen all of the edges are touching together, it is roughly 65mm (2.5 in) wide. If your hands are narrower than 65mm, the FFFT might not be comfortable to use.\u003cbr\u003eIf the FFFT does not fit your hand, we will give you a full refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDoes the FFFT replace all finger training?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNo, the FFFT is designed specifically to train crimps and open hand (FDP and FDS predominant grip types). If you want to train other grip types (pinches, slopers, pockets), other specialized training tools will be more efficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDon’t forget to train your wrists too - you aren’t always pulling with your wrists in a neutral position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCan I do finger curls \/ concentric movement \/ yielding isometrics with this?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYes! This is where the FFFT shines. Since the length adjusts automatically you won’t be limited to the range of motion of your shortest finger. When doing a curl, the position of your fingertips change relative to each other. The FFFT automatically adjusts keeping equal force distributed on each finger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSee the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-use-the-ffft\"\u003ehow to use guide\u003c\/a\u003e for an illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWill this make me a better climber?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt's up to you to translate finger strength gains into sends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWho do you recommend this for? So, is this for me?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eClimbers that have several years of climbing experience and want a more efficient finger training tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIf you are a beginner, it is likely that you still need to develop your overall grip strength, tendons \/ connective tissue, and climbing skill. Climbing is more than just flexing the FDP and FDS really hard - it's a movement sport, and strength is only useful if it allows you to do the movement you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow much weight can the FFFT handle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGuaranteed rock solid up to 80kg (176lbs) total, 20kg (22lbs) per finger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eI don’t have 4 fingers, can I still use this?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUnfortunately no, all four edges have to be pulled with the same force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIf you have more or less than four fingers, please reach out and I will see if a custom training tool can be made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.7999999999999998; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/4172\/9941\/files\/six_fingers_any_chance_text.webp?v=1755723726\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCan I train my toe crimp with the FFFT?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe too aspire to be like Charles. See the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-use-the-ffft\" title=\"How to use the Funky Fingers Finger Trainer guide\"\u003ehow to use guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow does this \"automatic adjustment\" thing even work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTo automatically adjust the length, the FFFT uses two mechanisms - pulleys and a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Whippletree_(mechanism)\"\u003ewhippletree\u003c\/a\u003e. Two finger edges are connected together using a pulley. If the forces are unequal, then the finger edges will move relative to each other until the forces are equal again. The pulleys are attached to a whippletree - this is a linkage which behaves similar to a pulley. The linkage distributes the forces equally no matter how it is rotated. This allows the mechanism to distribute the force equally to all four finger edges regardless of the position of the finger edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat is the finger edge geometry?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEach finger edge curves up on the sides to cup the finger. This distributes the load across the finger much more comfortably compared to a flat edge. This allows the corner radius to be a small 2mm while still being comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhere is it made, and what is it made out of?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMade in Canada with imported parts:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"center\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol\u003e \u003ccol\u003e \u003ccol\u003e \u003ccol\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 37.8167px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.8167px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eComponent\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.8167px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.8167px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.8167px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFinger Edge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e3D printed SLS 3301PA Nylon \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eJLC3DP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.2333px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.2333px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePulley block\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.2333px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e3D printed BJ 316 Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.2333px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eJLC3DP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.2333px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePulley bearings, bolts, nuts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eJLCMC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 62.2333px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 62.2333px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRope\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 62.2333px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePolyamide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 62.2333px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTendon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 62.2333px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCzech Republic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDesign, Assembly, QA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLove ♥\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eK3 Engineering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 40.1833px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCanada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSo you must be an expert in strength training and have ridiculously strong fingers, right?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite the opposite! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI really love rock climbing and I didn’t do any supplementary training when I first started. Initially, this was enough stimulus to get my fingers stronger. But after a while I started to notice a plateau in my finger strength.\u003cbr\u003eI then started hangboarding, but it was time consuming, inefficient, and it caused finger tweaks due to my funky shaped fingers.\u003cbr\u003eI ended up going down a rabbit hole of figuring out how to make finger training efficient and ended up with the funky finger finger trainer. Now I’m doing the least amount of finger training that lets me spend the most amount of time climbing.\u003cbr\u003eSo I (Larry, the designer of the FFFT) decided to make a finger trainer that lets me maximize the amount of time I spend climbing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the gotchas?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe major ones are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe freeform nature of the FFFT does not give you any feedback on your form. In fact, it is easier to use it with bad form than good form. You have to consciously maintain good finger form for proper training stimulus. Although, this does train you to be more conscious of your grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe finger edges pull the fingers in slightly odd directions which makes it not fully ergonomic. This is the best design I could come up with while keeping the device simple and versatile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe finger edges are an “unstable edge” which means that you won’t be able to pull as hard as possible on it. If your goal is lifting the most amount of weight on an edge, this isn’t the tool for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEven with these flaws, surely it’s the best there is?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, that would be the \u003ca title=\"Hand of God grip trainer\" href=\"https:\/\/handofgod.shop\/\"\u003eHand of God\u003c\/a\u003e. It is a finger trainer that is fully customized based on a photograph of your hand. It is perfectly ergonomic and a work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the ecological footprint of my consumerism?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe biggest ecological impact is the plastic 3D printed parts. They are not recyclable, and they will wear out or break, eventually contributing to waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe try to be environmentally responsible with our shipping. Both the \u003ca title=\"Jiffy padded mailer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sealedair.com\/products\/protective-packaging\/mailers\/paper-mailers\/jiffy-padded-mailer\"\u003eenvelope\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca title=\"Avery ecofriendly shipping label\" href=\"https:\/\/www.avery.ca\/en\/77558-94047-ecofriendly-matte-white-paper-4-6-rectangle.html\"\u003eshipping label\u003c\/a\u003e are made from 100% recycled material, and are curbside recyclable. The shipping label adhesive is recyclable, so you should be able to just toss the packaging in the recycle bin as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are thinking of ways to manufacture the FFFT that uses less plastic, but the complex geometry of the finger edge makes that tricky.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.7999999999999998; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\" id=\"docs-internal-guid-0909a3c0-7fff-beed-700c-47583df4337d\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K3 Engineering","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46326971957397,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/4172\/9941\/files\/ffft_hero_shot.jpg?v=1761849587"},{"product_id":"finger-noodles","title":"Finger noodles","description":"\u003cp\u003eTurn your fingers into noodles and train finger extension!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K3 Engineering","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47602034540693,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}]}],"url":"https:\/\/k3engineering.com\/collections\/finger-trainers.oembed","provider":"K3 Engineering","version":"1.0","type":"link"}