This product was exactly as described in both the photo and written statement.  Frequently I buy things and they are nothing like the picture or the description of the  item's virtues are over stated.  In this case you will be getting what is described for a lot less than the "As-Seen-On-TV" products.  The only thing that was a bummer about this product was the wait.  As an Amazon prime member I'm not used to waiting for stuff but the set was out of stock so I had to wait two weeks.  Other than that it was a really great deal and goes quite well with my p90x.