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This is the last rack I'll ever need to buy
Upgraded from a cheap half-rack that flexed under load, and the difference in confidence alone was worth the investment.
Build quality:
The 50x50mm steel is a completely different animal from budget racks. Zero flex, zero wobble, even loaded up heavy on squats. The pickled-and-painted finish looks clean and I'm not worried about rust in my unheated garage through winter.
Safety bars:
This is what sold me. The 800lb galvanized safety bars slide smoothly in and out no scraping or stripping paint the way my old rack did after a few months. Twelve positions at tight spacing means I can set the catch height almost exactly where I want it instead of compromising between two holes that are too far apart. Failed a squat solo for the first time since buying it and just walked it into the bars without panic. That's the whole point of owning a cage.
Internal space:
41.3" x 39.7" is genuinely comfortable plenty of room to squat and press without clipping the uprights, even with a thumbless grip. Pull-up bar feels sturdy and well-positioned; no swaying kipping.
Stability:
The four-foot rubber base holds firm on my garage floor even under heavy loading no walking or shifting during sets. Assembly took a few hours with a buddy, and the fit and finish on every bolt hole was precise with no forcing anything into place.
Minor gripes:
- At 160 lbs it ships in two packages — plan for help moving it into position once built.
- Wish it came with the lat pulldown attachment included rather than just "compatible," since I'll likely add one later.
This is genuinely built to grow with you bench, pull-ups, squats, and room to bolt on more down the line. If you're tired of outgrowing cheap racks, this is the one that stops that cycle.