The Squat Rack Guide: How To Choose a Power Rack For Home Gym!
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- čas přidán 2. 07. 2024
- Coop will guide you through the murky waters of buying a Power Rack!
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0:00 - How To Choose a Power Rack For Home Gym!
1:24 - Overview
2:35 - The 5 Different Types of Racks
4:04 - Important Specs to Consider
5:00 - Upright Size Options
5:25 - Steel Gauge Considerations
6:24 - Hole/Hardware Size
7:26 - Rack Depth & Height
8:42 - How Many Uprights Work for Your Space?
10:06 - Accessory Compatibility
11:25 - Coop's Recommendations
12:35 - What About Buying a Rack Second-Hand?
14:14 - Final Thoughts
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I already have a rack, barbell, bench etc. so why do I keep watching these videos lololol
To plan for future upgrades
Same!!
Same!
Sexual attraction, probably
Because if you make yourself more than just a man, if you devote yourself to an ideal, and if they can't stop you, then you become something else entirely…
Your channel is mad underrated the quality is insane
Excellent summary. Thanks for breaking it down for us!
Love my Rep 1100 got it with strap safeties and 4 weight horns. Coop is spot on, the attachments are beautiful and have a really nice finish. I didn’t bolt it to the floor, but with the weight horns it is plenty stable and it is the perfect height for my basement.
Started with a fit 505 in a condo. Now I moved into a house with a large garage. Flooring in, rm-6 built, and I have been enjoying the second hand market.
The squat rack was something that changed the game for me. Getting speciality bars, Kabuki Cadillac being my favourite, and having that “dojo” is everything.
The cool thing about the Titan X3 Squat stand is that if you buy it and decide you want a bit more rack, for stability, or to hang weights on or for a bit more space, Titan sells a half rack conversion kit that will transform it to a half rack. Not bad for 5/8 th inch hole, 11 gauge steel and west side spacing. Also this will fit almost all T3 accessories. This was the option I went with as I wanted more overall usable space since I do functional and strongman workouts as well as regular barbell workouts, and I have a separate area for my deadlift platform.
Coop, this is the video I've been waiting for! Years ago I pieced together a small home gym buying from Craigslist, yes, I'm that old. I have a CAP FM8000F squat stand and it's served me well. I've replaced the j-cups and now I'm debating on whether to replace the spotter arms or just buy a new rack. This video has swayed me to stick with the 3x3 upright and 1" hole sizing. Thanks!
I snagged a RML wall mount during Covid, it was one of the few racks available. I then added Rep uprights and cross members to make a full rack and some titan accessories as they were available. I’m proud of my Franken-Rack!
love to see it, even if it's just a short.
What joe said. Show it off. We want to see it
agree with the above: post it :D
Exactly the video I needed to start my home gym 👍🏾👍🏾
Coop, would love to see a full video breakdown. Especially with Black Friday around the corner and a new garage that is in dire need of a great rack!
Thank you coop ❤in a few weeds I will have my rogue half rack ,
I love your videos
Bought a rogue monster rack 2 yrs ago. I love it. It might have been more than what I needed, maybe a monster lite could've done the same thing that I needed it for. But I have it now, and I know this rack will out last me and my kids can use it once they're old enough.
I’ve had my Rep Fitness PR 4000 for 3 years no problems whatsoever. I upgraded to high/low lat attachment, dip bar, flip down safeties and roller j cups.
This is the video I needed awesome content
What a wonderful video. Great information. Thanks alot
Nice video Coop.
I've had a couple of racks that had everything in them; pulley system, dip bars etc. Problem was, that I had to spend so much time setting up between exercises and couldn't superset some stuff because of the set up interference.
Now have a MIRAFIT M230 SQUAT AND BENCH PRESS RACK. I have 3 x separate pulley machines + stand alone dip station, climbing rope, gymnastics rings, landmine and a ton of other individual stuff. Also have more floor space.
It is so much better having individual stations - no more wasted time moving stuff in and out of a rack to do bench, then pulldowns or whatever etc.
Wouldn't go back to rack - it's too restrictive. Namaste x
Recently upgraded from a CAP Barbell squat rack to the RitFit PC-410 crossover cable. I wanted something with cables and after watching your review I pulled the trigger. Since buying it I have adde dip bars that I found on Amazon. I squat on the front posts because the back posts are to close to the pulley system and I can’t squeeze my large cranium between the barbell and the pulleys.
Keep up the great work.
Thanks. Used your help to order the Rep PR-5000.
Waiting on your Major Lutie review! I’m about to buy a home and start a home gym, and want to know if it’s worth my money! You’re awesome Coop!
Titan X-3 with 6 post setup for plate storage. Got a few for a small studio back before the covid shutdown. They where very cost effective , pretty bombproof for my bougie clientelle , and will have to pass them on as they will outlive me...
Great info, thanks
I have a Rogue SML2 and I don't feel like I am missing anything over having a full power rack. It's bolted into the platform and does not budge. I have spotter arms and use them as needed. And I have been able to add all of the attachments I want. The small foot works really well for my space.
Thank you for your information very informative, I will make a decision very soon I'm leaning more to the Force USA G3, but will be doing a bit more research before pulling the trigger.
Great video!!
I have everything thing I need in a gym but I just keep watching these videos… I think I might be addicted 😅
Great video. Finally have a pretty good setup but need a rack if for no other reason than safety while benching alone. Your recommendations are great as I don't plan on spending a fortune out of the gate. Thanks!
I highly recommend the Monster Lite RML-390FULLW Folding rack. I never fold it, but it connects to the wall and then has a full cage around me when I squat. It also makes me feel ultra-safe, and I don't have to worry about hitting the walls during squat/bench. I also recommend replacing pins with bolts and washers as much as possible, adding additional stability. I have the rogue slinger with the seat lat pulldown bolted in. Really the only downside I think is its smaller 5/8th holes limiting what type of attachments you can add. Bonus tip is the shrimp trawler arm makes a nice attachment for TRX cables :)
I bought the SupGym ps1a last week. Haven’t set it up yet but excited to try it out
I’ve had a powertec rack since 2009 with cable lat attachment. Always think about upgrading but then I think back to how cheap it was and I am still mostly happy and content with it. The cable attachment has helped with variety, just wish there were more options for 2.5” racks.
Again I’d like to request a specialized gym to a sport video please!
I wanna see a rock-climbers gym, a home jiu-jitsu gym, strongman gym maybe? Cyclist gym? MMA garage gym? Whatever you can think of. I think it would make a really cool series for you guys.
🙌 YES! 🔥
Yes a jiujitsu and strength training gym!
@@SincerelyCamden would be cool to learn about mats. I’ve only seen a good mat in maybe one or two photos of home gyms online. Where do you even get a wrestling mat? Jujimufu has a damn spring floor in his gym. I wanna see that stuff haha
@@SincerelyCamden I think an episode of just a general mma gym would be awesome as it would cover all combat sports 👍
Great video
I've been rocking the Eleiko Prestera since it came out. I think it's awesome - stainless uprights! gliding roller j-cups! smells like lingonberry!... but I understand why it's not as popular (price, non-standard upright dimensions=limited accessory options) Suuuuuper nice half rack
Love my fitness reality rack. I've had it almost two years.
Titan x3 rack because it had an 80” option and it was cheap. I rarely use my basement gym but it will be enough to get me through future pandemics
We need a guide for attachments and cross compatibility, especially with all the new attachments that keep coming out!
yes please Coup,,, I'd love the video
Bought a SML-2 during covid, added the kit to make it a HR-2 a year later and it's been just fine.
Just been using a Fitness Gear half rack I bought off a friend for 200 bucks, but dreaming of the day I can finally upgrade to an Ares. Hope Rep’s Black Friday deals are good this year 🤞
After you dropped the weight on the Fitness Reality it was a done deal. I have had a good time upgrading it over the last year, DIY weight storage and lat-pul, etc. Its something I spend time just thinking about. A lot of companies have tried to copy that price point since I got mine and based on other reviews I don't think they are near as good. At the $300 price range it's unbeatable.
Thanks for the great review Coop. I purchased the PR-5000 (6 post - 93”)with the Ares attachment back in may. I absolutely love it. I train with it 5 days a week. It is my happy place for sure!
How long did it take you to set up everything? Anything you would do differently? I’m looking into buying the same but the ares 2.0 with the PR-5000.
@@pattytrillz5293 I would not have done a single thing differently. I absolutely love my setup. It took me about 6 hours to get the six post plus the Ares set up. I did it all by myself as well. I wish I could justify purchasing the 2.0. I love the changes they have made. You will not be disappointed I promise.
@@murdog04 yeah man, Im new to the lingo of all the accessories that go along with the racks so I’m just trying to figure out everything before I buy the rack. Been watching a lot of videos.
@@pattytrillz5293 thats exactly what I did. It took me 6 months of research before I finally pulled the trigger. There was so many new products coming out when I was looking so it was really hard to sort through it all. Good luck my friend
I just bought the REP PR-4100 folding squat rack on sale for $450 with 41inch depth and the REP AB-4100 adjustable bench. Works great and they both fold away so they takes up practically no room when they're not in use.
Yes, please do a video!
I've had the fitness reality 810 for over 2 years now with the lat pull-down and low row attachment. Had it outside on my concrete pad for over a year before remodeling my basement and putting it down there. Surprisingly that thing has held up extremely well for the money I paid
Bullshit. Been thru that before lol. Just pay shipping. No way bro not stealing my$$$$
Force usa myrack. Thanks for the review coop. Nothing overkill, jusr what i needed
Team Combo Rack here 🤘🏻 Had a power rack but my shoulders wanted a stable, fixed bench, so I sold it. Also, I compete bench only.
Rockin the PR4k from REP… but if I had to do it all over again, I’d go PR5k for the 1” holes and hardware. Not complaining, at all, and I have noticed a trend from smaller accessory companies that have gravitated their product lines to 1” hardware/holes
Bought my power rack in 2009 after buying into StrongLifts. The only things I looked out for then was weight capacity, mine is 280kg, I figured that should last a lifetime, a pull up and dip bars.
If I started again, I would get an all in one trainer or go the commercial gym.
I was very close to selling my rack for a G9, but it has been saved by Jammer Arms, Lat attachment, land mine and a separate hack/leg press combo unit.
I bought a rogue rml during Covid since that was the only thing available. But I upgraded to a Rep PR-5000 with a dual sided Athena and selectorized lat pull and low row. Saved me a ton of space and I missed cables at the gym and the quality of both racks are similar.
Attachments make a huge difference if you’re looking at buying a rack. Lots of options for racks that can hold a barbell.
I did the same exact change in racks, but did it with Ares.
@@markhalstead2386why did you choose the ares over Athena?
@@markhalstead2386 No regrets, totally worth it. The Ares looks amazing too.
Thanks Jon, I was going to pull the trigger on a Rogue rml and now looking to get the exact same as you.. I want the Ares but that's a bit steep for me so will opt for the Athena
been rocking my fitness reality rack for over 2 years😊
I got a rogue sml2 90’ squat stand with the half rack conversion and landmine for back since I don’t have a cable machine. It’s supposed to show up tonight I can’t wait to put it together and bend knees.
We like half racks too! They give more open space, cost less, and can do almost everything a full rack can. We should do a roundup of best half racks. Idk why there isn't more content on youtube about half racks
Bought the Fitness reality XLT in May of this year. Already upgrading to another rack. Nothing wrong with the XLT except that you're having to upgrade the j hooks and add plate storage to actually make it something you're going to want to use. It was a good trial rack to see what I really wanted in a rack in terms of size and quality. This rack would probably be ideal for someone around 5'6" and under, but I'm over 6' and feel I'm making too many compromises to make it work.
i was waiting for the reality xlt come back in stock, im 6' 2 so im glad i saw your comment
@@tmo9301 Pull-ups will feel unnatural by how much you have to bend your knees. I upgraded the yesforall j cups, which don't have plastic liner on the front of the cups, which damage your bar if you roll your bar forward. The cross braces will line up perfectly with your forehead when you rack your squat, so squat facing fwd or out of the cage. Pool noodles if you are concerned about your bar with the spotters. You can make it work, but...
Love, love, love your channel! Would love to see what you suggest for a low ceiling basement set up for a female. Doubtful I'd squat over 200lbs
I'd love you to watch one of ur original videos from the beginning and talk about hoe things have changed and what u learned a long the way
I would actually like to see a comparison of squat stands, cheap to mid to upper tier.
- Also would love to see an episode just about spotter arms, what to look for and how to use them.
I've had my RM4 for 5 years. Definitely a good investment. Next up is a quality set of plates.
Need a full rack comparison break down 🙌
Have the fitness reality 810 xlt. Making it a 6 post ($200 cost) for all my plate storage was the most amazing thing I’ve done
how did you make it a 6 post?
I have the cap squat rack because it was budget friendly and needed and overhead bar to do hanging leg raises and band assisted pull ups but I want the half rack with safer safety’s if I ever want to bench or squat which I rarely do.
I’d love to see you purchase and review some of the UK or European brands. Primal strength, strength shop etc
NUTS & BOLTS! An idea for a video. Explain the GRADES, SIZES, TYPES and where to SOURCE/PRICE. It would be helpful as most people dont understand the difference between a Gr3 and Gr8 bolt or how the Metric grading system works. Also each bolt can cost a lot especially 1” so sourcing ideas might help.
Inspire FPC1 Full Power Cage. It seemed like best value/price for what came standard. 3x3 tube 1” holes. Come with standard accessories land mine, battle rope attachment, dip bars, J-clip, safety spotter bars, nice knuckling on pull up bar lots of grip options. Very solid and have been happy with it. I notice you don’t often include the Inspire products, is there a reason you don’t review them? I am impressed. But have not yet tried other brand attachments. Only draw back the company does not offer many additional attachments
I have a hulkfit squat rack Gen 2 and I love it very stable and it was 300 dollars and holds 1000 lbs with band pegs and land mine and pullup bar and plate storage and bar storage spoter arms with wuhm on them
I'm very happy with my Eleiko squat stands that have the bench rack height and the handles for dips. Just don't have the space for a large power rack. The smaller stand are more functional for my space. I am sad I don't get the benefit of some attachments though.
I've been looking at videos and reading reviews. I have access to a gym for free from work. But I'd love to work out with the wife and kids. So many decisions. Looked at the rogue full rack that folds.
Great review. I went with the rep pr5000 great rack.
Yes vote on the best squat rack please.
Hey Coop can you please make a review of the TRULAP adjustable dumbbells? Thanks
Hail storms. Hail storms are why I want to park in the garage
I recently bought a Major Lutie PLM05, cheapest from their catalog, but still comparable to the Fitness Reality rack. It was dirt cheap from Amazon and it works great for my son and I. We just started but I dont see us outgrowing the rack any time soon. Can we spend more money and get something nicer? Of course, but you can say that about almost anything. It has 2x2 uprights with 1" holes so you can get other attachments. So far we added another set of j-cups, safety arms at the front and extra plate holders.
Love to see the best rack
And one inch vs 5/8 hold spacing
I have a Titan X3 being delivered today!
I brought a HAMMER STRENGTH HD ELITE POWER RACK. I wanted a super solid rack to do things like muscleups without being bolted down. Plus I love how quick and easy it is to adjust spotters. A bit overkill, but i couldnt say no to $1600 for near new.
Looking to upgrade from pr 1100. Most of reps rack attachments are for the 4000 and 5000 models.
Can you do a video on how to build a frankenrack where you can use different companies uprights, crossmembers, base etc etc
I have a six post 16” + 30” Rep Fitness PR-5000 and the reason I switched to Rep was to get the Ares.
When you buy used you also save on shipping and taxes. For some reason people don’t tend to add that to the equation. You can also save on assembly time.
Bought the Titan X3 flat foot in 2017. Nice rack! But I would have liked the Ares or Athena option.
What would be your opinion on a budget friendly power rack, where I can also do fly's, lat pulldown, low row as well? I don't need a quick change plate stack, I'm more than happy using horns and Olympic plates to figure out my weight? My workout area is going to be around 20x20 so space is at a premium...
Thanks as always koop, keep up the great videos!
Maybe I'm just not there in my fitness journey, but I bout the Rep PR 1100 power rack 2+ years ago and I have never once thought that I needed a sturdier power rack. I do wish I could purchase a dip attachment that can be simply hooked on to the rack (the Rep ones forces you to adjust both your safety pins to put on), but other than that, I have zero issues with it.
Would love a video on best budget squat rack (Sam's interpretation of budget 😂)
Companies accessories definitely matter in the decision process
I have a TDS rack that I bought off marketplace. It has a lat pull down and low row. It's 2x2 with 1 inch holes. Love the safety bars, very solid. The other attachments that are available are OK, but just not as good as what rep and rogue have. I am definitely interested in upgrading to one of them. But I also want to move a bigger space for that. Loved this video. Quick question though, would the rep athena attachments work on a Rogue rack? Thinking about how they're a different upright size, I guess they wouldn't, but I was just curious.
Let’s do this! I wanna build the never ending home gym!
I’d love a video over recommend half racks, and power racks for 1 car garage
Please review the Eleiko Prestera 1/2 rack with the integrated cable pulley & weight stacks
Would it be possible for you to make a video about a budget outdoor gym build?
Can you also speak on rhe Oxlyus yoke and rhe conpatiblity with other add ons?
I don't have a squat rack at all. I have a pullup bar, a lot of resistance bands, a lot of carabiners, handles for the resistance bands, dumbbells and a bench. Space efficient and pretty solid if you ask me! I know it goes against your typical advice coop, but I am really happy with my setup so far!
I have all that stuff too but I feel I only need a Rogue SML-1 to complete my home gym. It doesn't take up that much space and I'll be able to do heavier squats and bench press. A deadlift platform would be nice too lol
Upgraded for a rep sr 4000 to pr 4000 like the attachments and wanted to Upgrade to something I could squat heavy in with strong safeties
Still eyeing that Bridgebuilt Phoenix Squat rack…
Any chance you plan on reviewing some of these new budget racks I've been seeing around from ritfit or majorlutie?
Thank you. How is Body Solid equipment?
The fitness reality rack is great after you upgrade to better Jcups. I'm 6'4 and can squat in it so it will work for most people
What happened to the budget rack comparison video?
I have a hulkfit power rack with lat pull down. I really like it alot. Its rated for 1000 pounds and since i doubt i will ever lift half of that, its a good fit for me. A month or two after I bought it, I realize that accessories were not universal and it only certain accessories would fit my rack. I thought I made a big mistake with the rack I purchased because of the accessories at that time. Since then I've learned I don't really need any of those accessories. The company has all the accessories that I need. my next upgrade will be jammer arms which the company does sell.
REP PR-4000 with all the goodies, the 1” holes are overkill for most of not all.
Thinking about getting this, any regrets?
@@speedshifter101im curious as well
@@pattytrillz5293 I ended up with a pr4000, no regrets totally love it. Only thing I am on the fence is depth probably a little deeper than I needed but didnt want to bolt it down.
@@speedshifter101 did you do the 24 or 30?
@@pattytrillz5293 I did the 41. 30 would honestly be plenty I bet but figured why not.
Waiting on Life Fitness to release their new cable trainer add on to their Hammer Strength racks since they have free delivery and assembly.
Great video and very informative! Ty! What's a budget friendly hack/leg press machine, recommendation?
He did a review of the Titan one.
@@bmstylee TY
Nice watch. Where did you get it?