I shopped around for the BOB and bought in on sale for 200 dollars at sports chalet. I'm an amateur boxer and have switched from hitting the heavy bag to BOB. In my opinion BOB gives a much better, realistic workout then the bag. You can aim for the nose, chin, jaw, temple, liver, etc. Its a lot of fun and will make you a much better striker. I'm starting to see BOB now at most boxing and Martial arts studios. Its a great product.

we liked it so much!!!!! i will gave it 100 stars!!!!! i good work out partner... release stress.... and so much fun....

Bob is a great and fun way to work out. So far he seems really tough and shows no signs of wear. I filled the base with water and found that he scoots around and rotates and you have to stop your workout to reposition him. Now I am stuck with the delema of draining the water to put in sand. I recommend that you start by taking the extra time to put in sand instead of water from the start. Aside from that, this thing is really a fun way to work out. I totally disagree with the first review that no hand protection is needed. You definately should get heavy bag gloves unless you want to criple yourself. Don't plan on putting Bob in a room that is used regularly by your family. He can freak out your kids and wife as he looks pretty scary. He lasted less than a day on the main level of my house before being banished to the storage room which is now my work-out room. Think you can get away with it by putting a blanket over him? Think about it - now you have a nightmare inspiring ghost.Update: 2 years later and Bob is on his last leg. Head is coming off and there is a tear on is jaw. I still beat on him regularly and enjoy it, but the manufacturer needs to strengthen the neck and face with thicker skin. I still give him 5 stars because I am in great shape and pack a mean punch thanks to Bob. Way more fun than a heavy bag. I will buy another when the head comes off.

we liked it so much!!!!! i will gave it 100 stars!!!!! i good work out partner... release stress.... and so much fun....