Above All Co. L74995CN Forearm Forklift Lifting Straps

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the straps help with certain items with no grips but doesn't make moving SUPER easy.

I wouldn't use this item as depicted in the advertising photo (i.e. I could have used a dolly and tilted the couch onto it, but this worked well and saved me from having to bend over and hurt my back. I bought this to help move several large couches. (Keep your back straight when lifting). lifting a tall armoire up some stairs), but otherwise I am pleased with the product. I'd use this only on flat surfaces and not on stairs.

They are awesome. It's still a hundred times easier than carrying it by hand. I like them so much that I just bought a pair for my brother, and will get some for my Dad as well.We have used them on stairs without too much of an issue - it is just a matter of balance, like anything else. I was a bit skeptical too, but had an Amazon gift card to use, so I decided to try them. My husband and I often have to move heavy things, and I always struggle -- not because I lack the general strength, but because I'm always relying on my fingertips to support a piece of furniture. I would definitely recommend. The forearm forklift puts the weight on your arms, and not your hands/fingers, making things so much easier to lift and carry.

We used them the first time with a peice of furniture that you could not get a grip on to lift. I truly recommend them. They worked great. Even with the height difference between my husband and me.

Getting the optional 3.5ft Extension Strap is crucial for picking up large piece of furniture, like long dresser, or tall entertainment center. I've used this straps many times, at first it was awkward, and not very intuitive. But eventually I got used to lifting with the inner elbow, and hands clasped around the corner of the furniture. (Actually this is what makes it worthwhile, because smaller items usually aren't much of an issue for 2 movers, but larger items that are loaded up can be, take it fro me, I've been 6years in business and counting)You'll amaze yourselves with what you can carry. My arms probably has a 20 degree angle(perpendicular to the ground, not 45) It's definitely worth the purchase.