ROLL Recovery R8 Plus (Carbon Black) - Deep Tissue Massage Roller

I am obsessed with this! How did I not discover them before in my many years of running?! I saw them being featured at one of the youtube videos/olympic runner I was watching where they used this before their long run and after their long run. It's definitely a convenient, yet versatile way to get a 'roller' massage in without having roll all over the floor using the typical foam roller. The massage effectiveness is as good as a regular foam roller. The only downside is this very costly, but the value for money is definitely worth it if you're a serious runner or serious about your recovery! The firmness is fantastic and I love that I can adjust the overall tension if I want as well. Not only that I use this for my legs and glutes, but I actually also use it for my forearm and biceps/triceps. Great recovery tool for the arms as well especially after a heavy 'arm day' session at the gym. Not to mention, this is also very conveniet to pack and easy to travel with!

This roller is an absolute gamechanger for calves, forearms and the IT band. I'm tight in the calves and IT band, and achy in the forearms. All of those areas are places where you can kind of work on them with a foam roller on the floor but it's awkward and clumsy and if I was that dang limber I probably wouldn't need to be doing tissue work in the first place. You can use this sitting on the couch or throw it in your workout bag. You don't need to huff and twist around on the floor, with your teenage son keeping up a whispered commentary at home or spandex-clad 20 somethings at the gym silently watching and judging. Just buy this. The adjustable feature on the plus is well worth the markup. Do your tissue work in peace and smile politely at the young folk. Their time will come.

I’m a marathon runner and lifter and get deep tissue massage every three weeks. I have a Thera gun and a massage chair and all the rolling equipment. I was dealing with an “impinged” shoulder which I realized was an extremely tense muscle in my deltoid which reached all the way up my neck and to my bicep. Little by little I’ve worked away to get and maintain range of motion. I was down to mostly tension in my bicep in strange areas connecting to my deltoid and shoulder. Dumbbell curls felt awkward here. This handy device got a massive amount of pressure right where I needed it. It compressed my arm and I could just leave it on the tight spots or gently roll it thru the vice grip. It felt amazing first of all to finally have access to this area with enough pressure to roll it smooth. I’m surprised how good this felt. I also rolled some of my hip flexors. This does a better job than the thera gun by a mile to achieve this level of force. Works better than mat roll too. Now I feel zero impingement this puppy works. I’m a happy camper now. Fantastic product

I am super grateful that somebody designed this product. Having suffered from blood pooling in my legs from being a bit too flexible, i find this to be an amazing, life changing tool. I have had hundreds of bodywork sessions and have found that M.E.R or myofascial energetic release is the most effective - but this roller has made me independent of bodyworkers and expensive sessions. I will use it daily, since I got it I have used it a few times a day and I love it. NOW for the bad part... I was contemplating even taking 2 stars off for this. WHY IS THE COMPANY SO GREEDY? WHY NOT INCLUDE THE ATTACHMENTS???? We are already paying a pretty high price for a tool in an industry flooded with competition. Do you have to make more money off the flimsy, cheap little attachments that have bad reviews and are often out of stock or the quality has lowered over time? Why not include the cheap little attachments with the product? My experience is ruined reading the reviews about the attachments and left wondering why you wouldn't provide different options for different bodies in the package in the first place. Nobody likes feeling milked or taken advantage of after receiving and otherwise life changing product. I would have been a huge fan of ROLL instead I am just happy to have the roller. cheers.

I’m relatively young, but living with a stubborn arthritic knee means high-intensity workouts often leave me hobbling afterward. That all changed when I started using the R8 Plus as both a warm-up and recovery tool. I dial the pressure down and gently roll my calves, hamstrings, quads, and glutes before hitting the gym. This primes my muscles and stabilizes my knee, allowing me to push through workouts pain-free. After intense sessions, even my arthritic knee stays calm—no lingering soreness, no flare-ups. My entire lower body feels more limber and ready to go—it's like giving my muscles a mini-therapist’s attention before and after each session. The dial lets you fine-tune pressure—gentle when you need it, more intense when you're chasing knots or tension. That versatility is a game-changer. Reduces inflammation & improves circulation, contributing to faster recovery and less post-exercise stiffness. Built with stainless-steel hardware and durable ball bearings, it's rugged enough for regular use and small enough to travel with. Particularly effective on tough spots—like my glutes, IT bands, and hamstrings—where traditional rollers often fall short. FDA-registered and often recommended by therapists; it’s eligible for HSA/FSA purchase, which adds credibility and convenience I absolutely recommend this tool!

Having recently incorporated the ROLL Recovery R8 Plus into my recovery routine, I'm genuinely amazed at its impact. As someone who's serious about fitness, this tool has become an absolute game-changer for me. The dual-track design and adjustable tension settings make it incredibly versatile. I can customize the pressure and intensity, targeting specific muscle groups with precision. After intense workouts, the R8 Plus helps alleviate muscle soreness and tightness, allowing me to recover faster and get back to training sooner. Using it is a breeze – the ergonomic handles provide a comfortable grip, and the rolling motion is both effective and therapeutic. It's like having a personal massage therapist at my disposal 24/7. The durability of the R8 Plus is impressive; it's clearly built to withstand regular use without losing its effectiveness. I also appreciate the portability. Despite its robust design, it's relatively compact, making it easy to toss into my gym bag or take on trips. The rechargeable battery is a thoughtful touch, ensuring it's ready whenever I need it. In short, the ROLL Recovery R8 Plus is a must-have for anyone serious about recovery and performance. It's become an integral part of my routine, and I can confidently say it's elevated the way I approach post-workout recovery. If you're an athlete or just someone who values their well-being, this tool is an investment you won't regret.

I use this roller regularly before and after workouts. It helps to get my muscles warmed up prior to exercising/playing sports and does an excellent job of relieving muscle tightness after workouts. The adjustable tension is handy for when you need more or less pressure on a sore muscle group.

I thought the source of pain when walking was my hip joints, happily not so. Turned out the cause was the constricted smooth muscle capsule enclosing my thigh muscles. After a few diagnostic leg maneuvers to rule out other causes, the physical therapist said it was a fairly common issue among athletes (which I'm not). A few days of physical therapy using an earlier non-adjustable tension version of this deep tissue massage roller, and years of pain while walking went away. I was so happy with the quick relief that I bought the newer version of this device for myself. This newer version has adjustable tension which is an improvement that makes it more adaptable. It's not cheap, but well made and worth every penny!