Looks overall great, but: the bar at the top from which the rope comes down is much too long! This means that you can hardly activate your complete lats at all because you have to lean too far back.
I got the Titan Lat Tower v2 when it was still a relatively budget buy at $1,399. Also, it was technically free (for me) when all those Covid checks were flying around. Literally got a $1,400 covid kickback check, cashed it, and ordered the Titan Tower the same day. If I had to pick, I would prefer this machine for the better low pulley design, but I just use my Rhino if I need a low pulley for something outside of low rows and it works fine. Honestly though, at the current $2,000 price range, I would probably look at more expensive options, or, look to Fray Fitness, who was selling a very similar lat tower recently in the $1,150 price range.
Love what BOS has been doing lately but still very satisfied with my selectorized lat low row on my Rep PR 5000. Even if I had the space, I’d still choose my rack attached selectorized to save space
Nice!! This is definitely the one I'd buy if I were in the market. I think with the gympin/weight peg you'd typically still want the selector pin inserted below it as well - that should take care of any misalignment issues with the selector shaft.
Good point, although I still think there would be a problem if the distance between the band pegs and tethered selector couldn’t fit the change plate on the pin
I've been eyeing this machine since they released the new version. I'd love to own it, but my plate loaded rack attachment is getting the job done for now.
Excellent review.. not sure how the prices compare directly but the Fray Fitness model still looks better than this or the Titan model… for those of us in the 3X3 1” hole ecosystem I still think that the Rogue slinger+low row makes the most sense overall. Especially for us taller guys who can get it at 108” upright height if needed.
Fantastic review as always. I've missed your reviews. One thing that I think would have been helpful in this review is for you to talk through why this piece is an important addition to your gym. I always figured that if one could do pull ups/chin ups (with or without band assistance) and bent over row/pendlay rows with a barbell that working with a lat pulldown and low row wasn't worth the investment of added time in the gym let alone money spent. That may well be incorrect, but I'd be interested in your perspective on this as you seem to know what you're doing and obviously have gone ahead and made the investment.
I think the advantages of a lat pull down vs barbells and pull ups , is the lower chance of injury, as I get older , doing pulls up are getting more difficult
How did you get the double pulley that hangs to hang straight/parallel? Just put mine together and it seems to hang at an angle and the cable isn’t completely straight.
I still have the Prime unit. It’s overall better just due to the versatility of the column. You may want to also check out the REP Adonis coming out soon.
What are your thoughts on the Bells of Steel Lat Pulldown/Low Row?
Looks overall great, but: the bar at the top from which the rope comes down is much too long! This means that you can hardly activate your complete lats at all because you have to lean too far back.
Really appreciate the in depth look at our lat pulldown! We hope it serves you well! 😎😎💪💪
Can you tell me the length of the lat pulldown with the foot rest removed?
Amazing review as always brother! Your tonality of speech and rhythm you speak at is top grade! thanks big guy
Thank you so much, my friend. Means a lot.
Your reviews are so thorough and well produced, im excited that you’re back!! I hope you get your hands on the upcoming Rep Adonis
Thank you, Stephen! I’ll definitely be getting one!
Stoked to see you back! Your tips alongside your reviews are so materially useful, it's crazy more reviewers don't include that sort of thing
Thank you so much, Cheyenne!
I wish someone would invent a proper low back row, where you can sit down and row, for the home gym community
Google ATX
I got the Titan Lat Tower v2 when it was still a relatively budget buy at $1,399. Also, it was technically free (for me) when all those Covid checks were flying around. Literally got a $1,400 covid kickback check, cashed it, and ordered the Titan Tower the same day. If I had to pick, I would prefer this machine for the better low pulley design, but I just use my Rhino if I need a low pulley for something outside of low rows and it works fine. Honestly though, at the current $2,000 price range, I would probably look at more expensive options, or, look to Fray Fitness, who was selling a very similar lat tower recently in the $1,150 price range.
Keep them coming Adam. Great review. Cant beat your video structure and details
Thanks so much, Brandon!
Glad to see your back!! Great review, my friend has one and loves it. What happened to your prime single stack??
Thanks for watching! I still have it - it’s at the home gym.
Based GGL back in the saddle
Love what BOS has been doing lately but still very satisfied with my selectorized lat low row on my Rep PR 5000. Even if I had the space, I’d still choose my rack attached selectorized to save space
Can’t blame you! Big fan of rack mounted solutions.
OMG youre back!
We’re back!!
Great review Adam👊🏾
Thank you, Marcus!
Well done! Thank you.
Nice!! This is definitely the one I'd buy if I were in the market. I think with the gympin/weight peg you'd typically still want the selector pin inserted below it as well - that should take care of any misalignment issues with the selector shaft.
Good point, although I still think there would be a problem if the distance between the band pegs and tethered selector couldn’t fit the change plate on the pin
Thursdays are great again 😉
Looks so good!
I've been eyeing this machine since they released the new version. I'd love to own it, but my plate loaded rack attachment is getting the job done for now.
Great review. I noticed the Stepr next to the Lat pulldown. Will you be reviewing that any time soon?
Thanks for watching, Craig! Yes, I’ll be reviewing it soon.
Can you tell me the length of the lat pulldown with the foot rest removed? Thanks for the review.
Great review. Do they ever have this on sale?
Excellent review.. not sure how the prices compare directly but the Fray Fitness model still looks better than this or the Titan model… for those of us in the 3X3 1” hole ecosystem I still think that the Rogue slinger+low row makes the most sense overall. Especially for us taller guys who can get it at 108” upright height if needed.
Thanks for watching! I haven’t tried the Fray model, but a solid home gym option for sure.
I see the STEPR in the back. I would love to get a review on that.
Coming!
@@GarageGymLab awesome! That’s something that my wife has been asking about adding to our home gym.
Thought you were a big Prime single stack guy. Still a thing or you replace it with this?
Still love the Prime. It’s at my home gym.
We same height brother!
Cheers to us!
I love mine except the range of motion. Kinda wish they had a 200 or 250 pound stack option. I am pretty strong and will never need 300 lbs.
Thanks for sharing your experience, Michael!
I like plate loaded because i can move it around easier and you can get one for $500 or less like one from Titan and Giant lifting
Thanks for sharing! So much easier to move around.
Fantastic review as always. I've missed your reviews.
One thing that I think would have been helpful in this review is for you to talk through why this piece is an important addition to your gym. I always figured that if one could do pull ups/chin ups (with or without band assistance) and bent over row/pendlay rows with a barbell that working with a lat pulldown and low row wasn't worth the investment of added time in the gym let alone money spent. That may well be incorrect, but I'd be interested in your perspective on this as you seem to know what you're doing and obviously have gone ahead and made the investment.
Great thoughts! May be a good standalone video! Appreciate you.
I think the advantages of a lat pull down vs barbells and pull ups , is the lower chance of injury, as I get older , doing pulls up are getting more difficult
I guess you're reviewing again. That's cool. Happy Thanksgiving.
Happy to be back, and happy thanksgiving!
How did you get the double pulley that hangs to hang straight/parallel? Just put mine together and it seems to hang at an angle and the cable isn’t completely straight.
why did you switch to this as opposed to your prime single stack?
I still have the single stack!
@@GarageGymLab Ignoring price. Which one do you like better?
Just curious, did you replace this with your old Prime Fitness single stack? Which did you like better?
I still have the Prime unit. It’s overall better just due to the versatility of the column. You may want to also check out the REP Adonis coming out soon.
“It is thicker then most”. That’s what she said.
What did you do with the prime fitness let pulldown? Why did you get rid of it?
I still own and use it. It’s in my home gym.
How do you like your stepr?
Like it! Will have a review out soon.
Im going with this or the REP Adonis. I just have to see what the Adonis will cost.
I can’t wait to try the Adonis!
@@GarageGymLab I look forward to your Review!
Adonis will cost between 2000-2500 depending on features. That price may not include the detachable seat. REP owner has an AMA on Reddit.
@@revoltfinance Thankyou...thats not as bad as I though it would be....
Way too expensive at 2000 dollars...............