Would be nice to see a video targeting consumers in a smaller space such as an apartment, etc. I think that would do pretty well considering, from my experience, its harder to find equipment that would do well in smaller spaces.
Agreed! Right now my living room is - little cramped with a set of powerblock dumbbells and a flat bench, but I’m looking for ideas on how to expand it!
I am new to the space and looking for a functional trainer that has everything I need. I want to be 1 and done. I really like the Force USA C10 especially since it has the bench for legs. You don't mention them in detail. What are your thoughts? Is there a better or cheaper alternative? Appreciate that stach!
Not American-made but if you’re just looking to get started, I’ve been pleased with my RitFit squat rack, power bar, and plates. (Everything else I’ve bought since has been Rouge in full disclosure!)
I'm piecing together a custom rack from the vesta 2 in 1 with pieces from rep, BoS, and fringe. I have to say, the packaging and details like welds and powder coat on rep are next level. You don't need to spend rep/rogue prices, but there is a reason why their prices are what they are.
I just bought a Bells of Steel Hydra rack for about $1300, it was one of the few 3"x3" racks that had an 84" height option, without spending $4k. Hoping it gets delivered soon, although this snow storm probably put a damper on the delivery date of Friday.
I literally built my own home gym. Bought 2x3 .120 wall steel, drilled 5/8 west side spacing (almost 1000 holes 😖), welded it all together,used truck bed liner coating on it and made various attachments. Almost exact clone of rogue just deeper and wider. Materials only cost about $300
I bought the American Barbell Chewy powerbar on Black Friday and I must say it is absolutely the BEST bar I have ever held and used. The knurling is perfect for me. It feel fantastic. it’s ROUGH, DEEP, and feels soooooooo good to use. I have a Rogue stainless steel Olympic bar and the knurling is similar to a higher grit sandpaper and I also have a fringe sport Olympic bar that doesn’t feel very good to hold. It’s almost slippery. I highly suggest the chewy if you’re looking for an aggressive bar that will last a lifetime.
I guess the Homegrown shipping is “expensive,” but I just bought the 260lb set, and shipping was $125. So $380 for all that shipped from KY to NY is a damn good deal.
I don't have any Rogue or Rep equipment other than the budget Rep adjustable bench because I'm on a budget. I'm not doing heavy dead lifts or Olympic lifts so I don't need a high end barbell. I paid 80 bucks for a no name barbell and I love it. I bought a Signature Fitness 3x3 power rack and it has Westside spacing and 5/8 holes and it came with safety straps, HDMW lines jcups, and a multi grip pull up bar for 600 bucks. It works with most attachments for 3x3 racks. It came a little scratched up but its solid and beefy and will last a lifetime. I'm adding a Dialed Motion cable system to it and will still be 1000 dollars cheaper than a Rep Athena package. I also got a no name basic trap bar for 60 bucks used on Amazon and I use the help out of it. You don't need the most expensive items to get in shape you just need stuff that works.
Yeah, I don’t think the Kabuki power bar exist anymore and the company may not either at this point, but yeah, I think that bar is definitely gone or discontinued
Hey man first I wanna say I love your channel. I don’t think people get other stuff besides rep and rogue to be different, it’s because it’s crazy expensive. For example I bought a rack from Marcy fitness for $400 that has a pull-up bar and a plate loaded cable. I bought a barbell from amazon that works great and I’ve had 500lbs on it. I think any adjustable bench will do, you don’t need a $500 one. It’d be cool for you to do a budget episode. I live in a small ADU studio and have everything I need
If you are in the Salt Lake County or Utah County area Wasatch Pro Fitness have a lot of stuff cheaper than REP or Rogue. Stuff is comparable to Rogue fitness especially. Don't have to pay for the shipping markup Rogue does on shipping weights too. Guy who owns the shop designs some stuff there. Really impressed with my folding rack I got. Came with a set of bumper plates dumbells and Kettlebells and a very decent barbell. Their hex dumbells are pretty unique and different. Much different shape to them than the traditional ones and I like them a lot. So now I will just buy Rogue apparel because that is only somewhat decent priced stuff they have. For Example: Post Landmine by Rogue is like 90 bucks I got mine for 30 bucks and it's the same heavy duty metal material that I could use to hammer nails or break a toe if I dropped it on it.
You never mention Hoist Fitness. Let’s see them in your reviews. I’ve had their functional trainer since 2007, zero issues and companies today are doing what they have been doing for years.
@ I’ve had their V4 since 2007. Not a single issue! Had their plate loaded leg press/hack squat. Now have their machine leg press. Good equipment, give them a try. It was the first equipment I got when building my home gym.
At this point if they’re priced better than the big competitors do tell Coop to review them because companies always jack their prices up after he does a review. 🤣
@@dinspow Y’all check out their show room lately? They have a the BDX3 power rack with cable stacks on the show floor. Sorta looks like a Fringe Sports Dane. I think the sales guy at Bonney Lake said it was 2,000. Not on the website yet. I think it’s great they’re trying to keep up with everyone.
I really liked my Torque Fitness Half Rack. After getting rid of it to get a Rep Rack, I do have to say that the Torque one seemed a lot heavier and more substantial. I'm not sure why, though. I tried to look up what gauge of steel Torque uses and they say they use 11 gauge steel, which is the same as Rep's racks. Rep's uprights just felt light in comparison. It could have to do with the paint on the Torque rack which was almost like a Rhino lining. However, I didn't like their square hole design because that meant it wouldn't fit the world of 1" round hole attachments.
Surprised I don't see anyone talking about Black Widow Training Gear. They're an American company that makes all their products in the US. One thing they offer that's pretty unique is that they will literally make you custom racks, rack attachments, and other parts. Fully custom you give them the measurements and everything. I personally really like their landmine line up. Their equipment is beefy as hell.
I think some of the most innovative all in ones at the moment are coming out of GET RX'd. The new Tornado arm racks look amazing. You can even use the weight stacks for weight on the one with the Smith machine. Heck you could probably even use the stack to counter weight the 48lb Smith machine bar.
Hey Coop! As always, appreciate your very good reviews (I watch them all...) I spent a great deal of time comparing all in one trainers with Rogue and Rep as the standard bearers...I kept looking for a less expensive alternative though...what I spent my money on was the "New" Force USA C10 (with the sliding bench as well as jammer arms and dip bars) and I am extremely pleased with its functionality, stability, accessories, and value...You mention them in this review...they were a "grand slam" for me!
Tag fitness also makes good hex dumbbells that have straight handles and good knurling. As others mentioned, hoist is also great. I’ve had their v4 and no issues. The ergonomics on it and number of exercises you can do are fantastic
I think getting the X-3 or Titan series is a great buy. Same ecosystem as Rep who is pushing the envelope in innovation. Titan also continues to push the machine side of the gym with plate loaded and selecterized. Titan is doing great stuff and their quality seems to be consistently improving.
Just bought my X-3 with a rack-mounted cable tower in November and I am more than happy with it. Yes, there are many nice-to-haves I'd love for the same price point (which is already more than competitive), but this is something I can tell will last me a lifetime.
SMAI, Giant, Bolt are all decent and competitive- SmAI and Bolt have better smith attachments than bells and both will work on other brands . i like the upright that SMAI has that fits between 2 crossmembers so that you can just add it to a 4 post rack
V2 is great - I have it and love it. The only thing I would really change is the seat. Hexagonal or octagonal port instead of square to add some seat angles. Other than that, wheels/handles on both ends, laser etching on both sides, grippier vinyl would all be nice to have but not really that important
Really Surprised that GetRXd was not on the list of alternatives. 😮 I have the RX3 wall-mounted version with Tornado Arms & have been loving this setup. Coop, do a review! 🎉
Hey Coop, I'm just wondering how come you never mention the custom rack companies like Elite FTS, Sorinex, Stray Dog, or Arsenel? Just wondering if you'll ever do a rack review of those types of custom order type racks. Love your videos. Keep up the great work.
I don't know if you've already covered this, but maybe a video on home gym accessories that are compatible with Rogue/Rep/Other products. Personally, I like having a sturdy Rogue rack, but its frustrating when some of the attachments are twice the price of other brands. Living in the UK is an extra complication 🤣
I totally agree on this, currently looking at getting a rogue rack with the functional trainer addon but no eta in the uk when it will be available or price details
Some Brands are hard to get or way too expensive in Europe. Could you please do a rudimentary overview of brands on the european market shipping from the EU. I'm thinking about "ATX" for example. Maybe you have some professional insight about similarities of certain products or alternatives. Keep up the good work. I like your video style very much. One thing: Background music makes it harder to follow as english is not my first language and the music is quite distracting.
Xmaster and Ironbull. Ironbull in particular have cerakote dumbbells that you can fully customize. Not sure if I'd buy them myself, but they look neat.
Nice video, I’d like to see a review of Deltech Fitness’s DF930 which is a common Lat Pulldown machine with High and Low row but they’ve integrated a Pec Dec into it. If haven’t seen anyone do this before. More bang for the buck on an already good combo.
It used to be Rogue and Titan. REP was the alternative. Can’t blame them for increasing their quality and product line. I’ll buy specialty items from other brands, but for everything else, the quality and value is with REP.
I would love to see a review of the Major Fitness Drone 1 power cage. I can only find it on Amazon and seems like potentially a pretty decent budget power rack/functional trainer combo for those of us trying to get the basics as cheap as possible
I am new to the space and looking for a one and done functional trainer. I like the Force USA C10, but you don't have any videos that detail it. I like the idea of the bench for legs. What are your thoughts? Is there better or cheaper options that have same functionality? Appreciate your input
I'm sad American Barbell got rid of the Mammoth power bar. It had the perfect combination of cerakote shaft, hard chrome sleeves, massive tensile strength, middle mountain knurling. Your force was translating directly to those plates. Have for about 6 years now, looks brand new if you wipe down the dust and smudges. It's definitely something you can pass down to your children and your children's children.
Any plans for Europe-focused content? A lot of European viewers want to start home gyms, but there’s barely any reviews for equipment like wall-mounted cable machines or Smith machines. Brands like Atletica, Kingbox, and Again Faster deserve more attention, while ATX and Rep Fitness are better known. I heard Bells of Steel is coming to Europe, but until then, do you recommend any brands with similar quality and price? Thanks Coop
That Blazzed Plus All-in-One Machine is originally from jacked up fitness! They copy and paste led that thing. And from the looks lower quality on parts and missing about 5 things on there. 9:26
I am almost done with the main things needed to start working out in garage gym - with a PR5000 with the lat attachment all from Marketplace over the course of a few months for super cheap, ---stupid cheap.
I just wish there was a company that sold or offered a stacked cable attachment that could fit within my Rogue RM4 that is similar to the Rep Athena system. The slinger was somewhat promising but not allowing you to fully adjust the cables on the upright was a total loss for Rogue. I like their FM conversion series but they are pricey and just a little too much for me. This is where I would like to see more companies fully capitalize on an open source system to create products where the OG manufacturer dropped the ball initially.
I was looking at Titan fitness products. Curious if you could review some of there products. Interested in good assisted pull up machines. I have been looking fr a good one fr awhile fr my home gym and bicep/tricep machine. Thanks Coop for all the great content.
This review feels kinda half assed you forgot so many brands. What about Get RX or Vulcan Strength? They also have benches that compare and comparable to Rep from the same factory. A lot of points were missed and felt sped along.
@ exactly man I swear he’s jus getting paid by these companies. He could have easily mentioned Crandall fitness very similar to rep or rogue, get rxd n Vulcan similar to rep, but no all the companies throwing him wheelbarrows of cash
I feel like you have talked about all of those companies and products before. It would be great if you would cover smaller companies and unique products.
I have a REP Adonis and REP open trap bar, love them both along with some other REP equipment. Looking to add another bench, I saw that Body Solid has a bench with a cable attachment and cam underneath so that you can do leg extension/curls with it. Would like something like this to take advantage of the Adonis weight stack, but not really a fan of Body Solid. Are there any other companies doing this yet? Or planning to release something similar??
I don't understand why Vesta isn't being pushed out more. They have a 15% to 20% sale on racks and benches plus an additional 10% off using WELCOME10. Their half rack functional trainer with 200 lb weight stacks is under $2,200 after taxes. If was building from the ground up I'd go with them.
Are there any recommendations on a "full" rack that is a little shorter? I have about 68 inches of clearance in my basement ( Sorry my Garage is a car port, so working out in there is not realistic in the north east :p ). All of the full racks that I've seen are upwards of at minimum 72"+. I have a A frame half rack(?) currently which works, but it doesn't support nearly any standard accessories.
I’m considering the Force USA C10 and Rep Ares 2.0. I like the value with the C10 with everything you get, but my only concern is the 2x2 uprights and how that limits any attachments that could possibly use. Obviously the Ares 2.0 has the 3x3 uprights and the whole ecosystem, but is more expensive and does not have the smith machine integrated (although it sounds like the bells of steel smith machine would work on the area). Anyone have any recommendations on which you think is the better purchase?
Would be nice to see a video targeting consumers in a smaller space such as an apartment, etc. I think that would do pretty well considering, from my experience, its harder to find equipment that would do well in smaller spaces.
Some sub 7 foot long bar reviews would be great.
Good idea. I'll work on a build out guide. - Coop
Yes absolutely. I'm in the boat of living in a small space and this would be a helpful video.
Agreed! Right now my living room is - little cramped with a set of powerblock dumbbells and a flat bench, but I’m looking for ideas on how to expand it!
I am new to the space and looking for a functional trainer that has everything I need. I want to be 1 and done. I really like the Force USA C10 especially since it has the bench for legs. You don't mention them in detail. What are your thoughts? Is there a better or cheaper alternative? Appreciate that stach!
Not American-made but if you’re just looking to get started, I’ve been pleased with my RitFit squat rack, power bar, and plates. (Everything else I’ve bought since has been Rouge in full disclosure!)
I'm piecing together a custom rack from the vesta 2 in 1 with pieces from rep, BoS, and fringe. I have to say, the packaging and details like welds and powder coat on rep are next level. You don't need to spend rep/rogue prices, but there is a reason why their prices are what they are.
I just bought a Bells of Steel Hydra rack for about $1300, it was one of the few 3"x3" racks that had an 84" height option, without spending $4k. Hoping it gets delivered soon, although this snow storm probably put a damper on the delivery date of Friday.
Cant wait for it to arrive (hopefully soon) in your hands for the gainz to begin 💪😎
In the UK, Mirafit is very popular home gym equipment, well priced and looks great. We’ve done our home gym all in Mirafit (black and orange)
I literally built my own home gym. Bought 2x3 .120 wall steel, drilled 5/8 west side spacing (almost 1000 holes 😖), welded it all together,used truck bed liner coating on it and made various attachments. Almost exact clone of rogue just deeper and wider. Materials only cost about $300
Would love to see a video of it!!
A video or a write up would be amazing, would love to see your DIY rack
I presume you were already a competent welder? I’ve a welding set, but no f-ing way would I trust a squat rack I built without a ton more practice
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I bought the American Barbell Chewy powerbar on Black Friday and I must say it is absolutely the BEST bar I have ever held and used. The knurling is perfect for me. It feel fantastic. it’s ROUGH, DEEP, and feels soooooooo good to use.
I have a Rogue stainless steel Olympic bar and the knurling is similar to a higher grit sandpaper and I also have a fringe sport Olympic bar that doesn’t feel very good to hold. It’s almost slippery.
I highly suggest the chewy if you’re looking for an aggressive bar that will last a lifetime.
will it increase my max on barbell curls in the squat rack?
@ is this a trick question? lol it’s a 20kg bar
I use bells of steel, and the plates I use are homegrown lifting. Cheap bumpers
How are those home grown lifting bumpers treating you? I'm down to either them or fringe sport.
glad to hear our gear is serving you well 💪💪
The homegrown bumpers are only a good deal if you pick up locally(which I do) because shipping is crazy expensive.
@@thomaskennedy7842Fringe bumpers are worth it. They recently started offering a lifetime guarantee on them.
I guess the Homegrown shipping is “expensive,” but I just bought the 260lb set, and shipping was $125. So $380 for all that shipped from KY to NY is a damn good deal.
I have the Bells of Steel Hydra rack and their functional trainer on the way.. I am so stoked!!
I bought Homegrown Lifting Bumper plates and their ultra-thin 45lbs are pretty sweet.
It would be nice to have a Canadian Coop. The formula is very different up here.
Pretty good canadian reviewer on the way up name is canadianstevesundergroundgym
I have a fair amount of Bells of Steel gear that I'm very happy with. They have also been really great to deal with.
I don't have any Rogue or Rep equipment other than the budget Rep adjustable bench because I'm on a budget. I'm not doing heavy dead lifts or Olympic lifts so I don't need a high end barbell. I paid 80 bucks for a no name barbell and I love it. I bought a Signature Fitness 3x3 power rack and it has Westside spacing and 5/8 holes and it came with safety straps, HDMW lines jcups, and a multi grip pull up bar for 600 bucks. It works with most attachments for 3x3 racks. It came a little scratched up but its solid and beefy and will last a lifetime. I'm adding a Dialed Motion cable system to it and will still be 1000 dollars cheaper than a Rep Athena package. I also got a no name basic trap bar for 60 bucks used on Amazon and I use the help out of it. You don't need the most expensive items to get in shape you just need stuff that works.
Yeah, I don’t think the Kabuki power bar exist anymore and the company may not either at this point, but yeah, I think that bar is definitely gone or discontinued
Coop! Keep up! 😂
Really want a nickel kabuki power bar, but I guess they’re gone forever 😔
@ I have one. It’s my favorite bar.
@ the electroless nickel is cool looking.
Thank you for posting this. I just bought a bench thank you for all the links! ❤
Please do a review of the American Barbell Chewy Bar!
Dude, your mustache game is getting STRONG.
Get RXd please! Especially Machines with tornado arms. Thank you for all the awesome content!
In the works brother! - Coop
I have one of their barbells, and while I don't really have much to compare it to, it has been a nice bar for the price.
I own a Chewy bar. It’s the best barbell I’ve ever used and I used a lot of them. 10/10.
Hey man first I wanna say I love your channel. I don’t think people get other stuff besides rep and rogue to be different, it’s because it’s crazy expensive. For example I bought a rack from Marcy fitness for $400 that has a pull-up bar and a plate loaded cable. I bought a barbell from amazon that works great and I’ve had 500lbs on it. I think any adjustable bench will do, you don’t need a $500 one. It’d be cool for you to do a budget episode. I live in a small ADU studio and have everything I need
If you are in the Salt Lake County or Utah County area Wasatch Pro Fitness have a lot of stuff cheaper than REP or Rogue. Stuff is comparable to Rogue fitness especially. Don't have to pay for the shipping markup Rogue does on shipping weights too. Guy who owns the shop designs some stuff there. Really impressed with my folding rack I got. Came with a set of bumper plates dumbells and Kettlebells and a very decent barbell. Their hex dumbells are pretty unique and different. Much different shape to them than the traditional ones and I like them a lot. So now I will just buy Rogue apparel because that is only somewhat decent priced stuff they have.
For Example: Post Landmine by Rogue is like 90 bucks I got mine for 30 bucks and it's the same heavy duty metal material that I could use to hammer nails or break a toe if I dropped it on it.
You never mention Hoist Fitness. Let’s see them in your reviews. I’ve had their functional trainer since 2007, zero issues and companies today are doing what they have been doing for years.
Hoist does have some really unique products. Specifically their Mi5. I'll try and get some stuff in to review. Thanks for the idea. - Coop
@ thanks Coop!
Hoist stuff is always going for cheap on marketplace. I've been tempted multiple times.
@ I’ve had their V4 since 2007. Not a single issue! Had their plate loaded leg press/hack squat. Now have their machine leg press. Good equipment, give them a try. It was the first equipment I got when building my home gym.
At this point if they’re priced better than the big competitors do tell Coop to review them because companies always jack their prices up after he does a review. 🤣
American Barbell PRECISION BAR is my go to over every other barbell I own. Absolutely love it!
Giant is fantastic for barbells, kettlebells, plates - especially if you can drive to a warehouse for lower pricing.
Agreed, they are my go to.
Agreed!
I was going to comment the same thing!
@@dinspow Y’all check out their show room lately? They have a the BDX3 power rack with cable stacks on the show floor. Sorta looks like a Fringe Sports Dane. I think the sales guy at Bonney Lake said it was 2,000. Not on the website yet. I think it’s great they’re trying to keep up with everyone.
I really liked my Torque Fitness Half Rack. After getting rid of it to get a Rep Rack, I do have to say that the Torque one seemed a lot heavier and more substantial. I'm not sure why, though. I tried to look up what gauge of steel Torque uses and they say they use 11 gauge steel, which is the same as Rep's racks. Rep's uprights just felt light in comparison. It could have to do with the paint on the Torque rack which was almost like a Rhino lining. However, I didn't like their square hole design because that meant it wouldn't fit the world of 1" round hole attachments.
Surprised I don't see anyone talking about Black Widow Training Gear. They're an American company that makes all their products in the US. One thing they offer that's pretty unique is that they will literally make you custom racks, rack attachments, and other parts. Fully custom you give them the measurements and everything.
I personally really like their landmine line up. Their equipment is beefy as hell.
I think some of the most innovative all in ones at the moment are coming out of GET RX'd. The new Tornado arm racks look amazing. You can even use the weight stacks for weight on the one with the Smith machine. Heck you could probably even use the stack to counter weight the 48lb Smith machine bar.
Hey Coop! As always, appreciate your very good reviews (I watch them all...) I spent a great deal of time comparing all in one trainers with Rogue and Rep as the standard bearers...I kept looking for a less expensive alternative though...what I spent my money on was the "New" Force USA C10 (with the sliding bench as well as jammer arms and dip bars) and I am extremely pleased with its functionality, stability, accessories, and value...You mention them in this review...they were a "grand slam" for me!
Tag fitness also makes good hex dumbbells that have straight handles and good knurling. As others mentioned, hoist is also great. I’ve had their v4 and no issues. The ergonomics on it and number of exercises you can do are fantastic
Big fan of Titan Fitness as a whole. Also got a Torque incline/flat bench that's been a nice addition that's very reasonably priced.
Same. I have their leg extensions leg curl, Tibialis raise, cambered bar, and crash pads. All are amazing pieces
I think getting the X-3 or Titan series is a great buy. Same ecosystem as Rep who is pushing the envelope in innovation. Titan also continues to push the machine side of the gym with plate loaded and selecterized. Titan is doing great stuff and their quality seems to be consistently improving.
Just bought my X-3 with a rack-mounted cable tower in November and I am more than happy with it. Yes, there are many nice-to-haves I'd love for the same price point (which is already more than competitive), but this is something I can tell will last me a lifetime.
SMAI, Giant, Bolt are all decent and competitive-
SmAI and Bolt have better smith attachments than bells and both will work on other brands .
i like the upright that SMAI has that fits between 2 crossmembers so that you can just add it to a 4 post rack
How long has this video been in the works? Kabuki power bar no longer exists on the website. Or does it??
When are you reviewing Iron Masters Lat and Row Tower? It's meant for home gyms.
Hope Ironmaster releases a V3 of their Super Bench Pro soon!
What would you change? -Coop
V2 is great - I have it and love it. The only thing I would really change is the seat. Hexagonal or octagonal port instead of square to add some seat angles. Other than that, wheels/handles on both ends, laser etching on both sides, grippier vinyl would all be nice to have but not really that important
Really Surprised that GetRXd was not on the list of alternatives. 😮
I have the RX3 wall-mounted version with Tornado Arms & have been loving this setup. Coop, do a review! 🎉
Hey Coop, I'm just wondering how come you never mention the custom rack companies like Elite FTS, Sorinex, Stray Dog, or Arsenel? Just wondering if you'll ever do a rack review of those types of custom order type racks. Love your videos. Keep up the great work.
Didn’t know others offer straight handled dumbbells! Good to know.
Idk if you reviewed homegrown lifting company. But id love to see a review on some of there stuff. Plus there an American company from Kentucky
Tranzformer bar will be my next. Just saw it in person at rogue and im sold
I recently got an AB Chewy barbell and I really like it, but I’d still like to see a review of it. Curious what your take on the bar would be.
Review the Temple of Gainz leg extension/ curl V2!! Looks amazing for home gyms!
I don't know if you've already covered this, but maybe a video on home gym accessories that are compatible with Rogue/Rep/Other products. Personally, I like having a sturdy Rogue rack, but its frustrating when some of the attachments are twice the price of other brands. Living in the UK is an extra complication 🤣
I totally agree on this, currently looking at getting a rogue rack with the functional trainer addon but no eta in the uk when it will be available or price details
Some Brands are hard to get or way too expensive in Europe. Could you please do a rudimentary overview of brands on the european market shipping from the EU. I'm thinking about "ATX" for example. Maybe you have some professional insight about similarities of certain products or alternatives. Keep up the good work. I like your video style very much. One thing: Background music makes it harder to follow as english is not my first language and the music is quite distracting.
Xmaster and Ironbull. Ironbull in particular have cerakote dumbbells that you can fully customize. Not sure if I'd buy them myself, but they look neat.
Nice video, I’d like to see a review of Deltech Fitness’s DF930 which is a common Lat Pulldown machine with High and Low row but they’ve integrated a Pec Dec into it. If haven’t seen anyone do this before. More bang for the buck on an already good combo.
In my home gym I have equipment from four main companies, Powertec, REP, ATX and Recoil.
Giant has some good stuff. I have their bumpers and plate loaded lat tower. Their open trap bar is awesome but i already had the Bells of steel one.
What about Ironmaster plates and ivanko plates
Vulcan does the basics and some machines, some MiUSA, but the racks don't stand out to me. I got a bar and bumpers from them, no complaints.
Yes please more reviews of companies other than Rep and Rogue
It used to be Rogue and Titan. REP was the alternative. Can’t blame them for increasing their quality and product line. I’ll buy specialty items from other brands, but for everything else, the quality and value is with REP.
Fringe Sport! Rep fitness is gettiing expensive in scandinavia, shipping cost alot. like 400 Dollars to send a bench inside the same countnry.
Vesta fitnesse's rack & it's got a built-in counter balanced Smith machine, win!
Weight it out plates are excellent
Prime Fitness! Don't forget those guys!
I would love to see a review of the Major Fitness Drone 1 power cage. I can only find it on Amazon and seems like potentially a pretty decent budget power rack/functional trainer combo for those of us trying to get the basics as cheap as possible
What about body solid racks I used to work out with those in the 90s. I had one that was plate. Loaded with a low row and high lap pull down.
I also have a body solid rack. Chews the bar a bit but its ni e to have to adjust J cups between movement.. flat vs incline bench etc.
Also, Reps Old School Plates are the same as Giant Fitness.
I am new to the space and looking for a one and done functional trainer. I like the Force USA C10, but you don't have any videos that detail it. I like the idea of the bench for legs. What are your thoughts? Is there better or cheaper options that have same functionality? Appreciate your input
I'm sad American Barbell got rid of the Mammoth power bar. It had the perfect combination of cerakote shaft, hard chrome sleeves, massive tensile strength, middle mountain knurling. Your force was translating directly to those plates. Have for about 6 years now, looks brand new if you wipe down the dust and smudges. It's definitely something you can pass down to your children and your children's children.
Any plans for Europe-focused content? A lot of European viewers want to start home gyms, but there’s barely any reviews for equipment like wall-mounted cable machines or Smith machines. Brands like Atletica, Kingbox, and Again Faster deserve more attention, while ATX and Rep Fitness are better known. I heard Bells of Steel is coming to Europe, but until then, do you recommend any brands with similar quality and price? Thanks Coop
That Blazzed Plus All-in-One Machine is originally from jacked up fitness! They copy and paste led that thing. And from the looks lower quality on parts and missing about 5 things on there. 9:26
Not sure if they are available but Primal strength or Wolverson based in the uk
Torque fitness is know for their Tank, but they also make racks and benches. Would like to know your thoughts
I am almost done with the main things needed to start working out in garage gym - with a PR5000 with the lat attachment all from Marketplace over the course of a few months for super cheap, ---stupid cheap.
Many of this brands are not in europe, would be nice a video on the european market for home gyms!
Coop needs to make a series of what the best equipment is to get for different budgets starting at $1000 going up
I wish you would have add some Alibaba functional trainer racks
I just wish there was a company that sold or offered a stacked cable attachment that could fit within my Rogue RM4 that is similar to the Rep Athena system. The slinger was somewhat promising but not allowing you to fully adjust the cables on the upright was a total loss for Rogue. I like their FM conversion series but they are pricey and just a little too much for me. This is where I would like to see more companies fully capitalize on an open source system to create products where the OG manufacturer dropped the ball initially.
Nice saturate filter on the "so saturated..."
I was looking at Titan fitness products. Curious if you could review some of there products. Interested in good assisted pull up machines. I have been looking fr a good one fr awhile fr my home gym and bicep/tricep machine. Thanks Coop for all the great content.
This review feels kinda half assed you forgot so many brands. What about Get RX or Vulcan Strength? They also have benches that compare and comparable to Rep from the same factory. A lot of points were missed and felt sped along.
Title says affordable and he mentions american barbell, kabuki, and eleiko????? Yea I agree with you here
@ exactly man I swear he’s jus getting paid by these companies. He could have easily mentioned Crandall fitness very similar to rep or rogue, get rxd n Vulcan similar to rep, but no all the companies throwing him wheelbarrows of cash
Fray fitness has some good options to some equipment.
I feel like you have talked about all of those companies and products before. It would be great if you would cover smaller companies and unique products.
You’ve mentioned Jacked Up Brands a few times now. Would be interested in review on Pro Rack and how it compares to others like Force USA
Please do a hack squat/leg press comparison video. Should I just get a Titan fitness one or should I go with Bolt?
Would love to see content on the company bridgebuilt!
What do you think of the TITAN Series Lat Tower Power Rack Attachment? I haven’t seen any videos on it, but it looks pretty good on the website.
I have a REP Adonis and REP open trap bar, love them both along with some other REP equipment. Looking to add another bench, I saw that Body Solid has a bench with a cable attachment and cam underneath so that you can do leg extension/curls with it. Would like something like this to take advantage of the Adonis weight stack, but not really a fan of Body Solid. Are there any other companies doing this yet? Or planning to release something similar??
have you reviewed jacked up fitness pro functional trainer for a home gym
XMARK... been using the Catahoula bar with the competition bumpers. Your thoughts?
I think Pro Kettlebell bells and the GetRxd Tornado rack should have been mentioned.
Am I missing something re: Kabuki New Gen Barbell?
What is a more aggressive bar? Genuine ask
Have you ever reviewed Powertec’s rack and/or machines?
When will we get a review of Biggins Iron plates, dumbbells, & k-bells???
Force USA is giving away a free rower with their multifunctional rack and all kinds of attachments
I don't understand why Vesta isn't being pushed out more. They have a 15% to 20% sale on racks and benches plus an additional 10% off using WELCOME10. Their half rack functional trainer with 200 lb weight stacks is under $2,200 after taxes. If was building from the ground up I'd go with them.
Shoutout to Delta Fitness in Chicago.
Hey coop , Can you do an overview of the european market options?
Bridge built has some cool stuff
I have giant bumper plates. They were a really good deal this summer
Can you review the “humancar?” It’s a car powered by rowing machine. Technically you could park it in a garage gym 😅
Are there any recommendations on a "full" rack that is a little shorter? I have about 68 inches of clearance in my basement ( Sorry my Garage is a car port, so working out in there is not realistic in the north east :p ). All of the full racks that I've seen are upwards of at minimum 72"+. I have a A frame half rack(?) currently which works, but it doesn't support nearly any standard accessories.
Can you review the lionscool and ritfit leg extension machines? I'm considering getting one of those
Id love to see a review on the maxum fitness sx2/X2 functional trainer/smith machine
I’m considering the Force USA C10 and Rep Ares 2.0. I like the value with the C10 with everything you get, but my only concern is the 2x2 uprights and how that limits any attachments that could possibly use. Obviously the Ares 2.0 has the 3x3 uprights and the whole ecosystem, but is more expensive and does not have the smith machine integrated (although it sounds like the bells of steel smith machine would work on the area). Anyone have any recommendations on which you think is the better purchase?
A review for the jacked up fitness power racks?
Please do some reviews on Mikolo Fitness. Would love to get their name out there more. I have the k3 and it is perfect and cost effecfive
My reppins came in today!
Hey Monopoly man, where is your monocle?