Anybody looking around for the best heavy bag would definitely feel confused with the many choices available in the market today varying from the difference in weight to the type of canvas. Different bag weights give different amount of resistance for the user to develop power punches. The content of fill in a heavy bag is also important as different stiffness of the bag can affect the kind of workout your body receives. The covering of the bag has to be durable so that the heavy bag can withstand your attacks and still last long.   Contents What is the Best Heavy Bag to buy in 2013? Everlast 70-Pound MMA Heavy-Bag Kit     For a steal of a price, this Everlast 70-Pound MMA Heavy-Bag Kit doesn’t only come with a 70-pound heavy bag but also with heavy bag gloves and a pair of 108-inch hand wraps! Stuffed with a custom filling of natural and synthetic fibers blended with sifted sand, this heavy bag is solid and tough to provide a full body workout. The heavy bag comes with a heightcustomizable chain so one can alter the bag suitable to the user’s own height. For added resistance, this bag also comes with a bungee cord.   Customers were pleased with the entire order as it came complete with handwraps and heavy bag gloves for protection as well as a sturdy and well-made heavy bag. Many reviewers claimed that the gloves, wrap and cord were decent and work very well. A reviewer gave helpful tips that this heavy bag is more suited for beginners and that the bungee cord is an optional bag to fill with water and put under the heavy bag to weigh down the bag and increase resistance. This bag is more suited for lightweight boxers as it is only a 70-pounder. In short, reviewers were satisfied because this is a decent heavy bag with top-notch quality at an affordable price.   Everlast 100-pound C3 Foam Heavy Bag     The Everlast 100-pound C3 Foam Heavy Bag Is a engineered for professional training with its state of the art technology – the Contoured Closed Cell FoamTechnology (C3). C3 technology was designed to provide increased cushioning yet force dispersion of pressure while keeping the integrity of the bag. Wrapped in durable polycanvas shell and filled with natural and synthetic fiber blended with sifted sand, this heavy bag is solid yet long lasting. It comes with durable webbing system, heavy-duty nylon straps and double end loops for that added sturdiness.   Recommended by customers for its good looks, durability and well-construction, this is what an ideal heavy bag should be like. This heavy bag has contrasting reviews about its lifespan as some said theirs are still in great shape after some time while others mentioned the stitches gave out in less than a year. For added resistance, a reviewer attached a bungee cord at the bottom of the bag so that it wouldn’t sway around so much. Another reviewer said that he only hoped the hanging ropes were adjustable but otherwise, this heavy bag is a solid, good bag that functions as it should.  Century the Original Wavemaster Freestanding Training Bag     This bag is the real deal for heavyweights. Century the Original Wavemaster Freestanding Training Bag comes in three colors and has a round base for easy roll away. It provides optimal resistance and rapid rebound and can weigh up to 250-pounds when fully filled. The base can be filled with sand or water and this heavy bag can be adjusted to seven height adjustments from 47” to 68” in 3” increments each.   Pleased customers commended the high quality materials in which this bag was made in that made it easy to assemble and use for everyday training. A reviewer mentioned that he has continuously used this heavy bag for five years and is impressed that it is still going strong. However, as this is a free-standing bag, it may not be suitable for certain people as it is not immovable and definitely not silent. A quick tip from a reviewer is that one can purchase a waterbed fill and drain kit to help fill and drain this bag moreconveniently. Also, a consumer pointed out that this bag may be unsuitable for taller people as at a higher adjustment, it tends to be a little wobbly. At a customer rating of 4.2 out of 5, customers are happy with their purchase and are satisfied with the quality of this heavy bag. Buying the Best Heavy Bag If you are looking to do some intense training with a heavy bag, first you must find a heavy bag with the correct weight for your size. Smaller sized people weighing 100-120 pounds will find the 70-pound Everlast ideal for them. Those who are heavyweights will find that the 100-pound Everlast heavy bag more suitable for them. If a variable weight heavy bag is what you are looking for (without the need to drill a hole in your ceiling!) the Century freestanding bad is the best heavy bag for you. More from Sports Gear Search