HD Titan Power Rack 2x3

[Murser]

The short:

I've seen a few threads and reviews on Titan's "Fitness power rack", but none on the "HD Power Rack 2x3." It appears to be a Rogue R-3 clone. Does anyone have experience with it? This is the Titan rack: xxx.titandistributorsinc.com/default/crossfit-equipment/hd-titan-power-rack-with-2-x3-tubes.html

The long:

I'm looking to upgrade from my Cybex Squat Rack 5571 to a full power rack, because for seated OHP I have to put my back at a bad angle to rack and re-rack. My Cybex rack looks like this: xxx.midwestusedfitnessequipment.com/index.php/inventory/strength-equipment/cybex-squat-rack-5571/ My basement ceilings are 82" tall and I have an Ironmaster bench, which complicates cage shopping. I've been watching craigslist in Louisville for months and have only seen one non-Wielder rack, a ppr200x which was 75% of fitness factory's price. I figured if I bought a Rogue bolt together rack, I could cut it short enough to fit and if it had an open back I could use my bench. However, Rogue's racks are out of my budget.

Thanks.

[throwaway3441]

82"? Damn, that's not even 7'.

According to archive.org it didn't exist in February and Google doesn't seem to know anything about it. Tempting at $400 shipped:



Can anyone comment on the quality of the welds?

[Murser]

The basement was built at 84" to the rafters, but the current flooring and a future ceiling make it shorter.

According to Titan' specs, it mirrors Rogue's R-3 30" bolt-together rack: both are 11 gauge steel, same dimensions, hardware size, etc. Titan also throws in 2 sets of plate storage bars and includes free shipping. It just seems too good to be true as the same product from Rogue is $840 plus shipping. I don't know the price of steel, but something seems off or Titan is just reselling stuff from China for a very slim margin.

[wojwoj33]

interested in thoughts on this too. i was just looking at it today. i was thinking of getting the $299 version, but came across this one and for $100 more, seems like a no brainer?

[Murser]

Bueller?!?

It looks like nobody on here has seen one yet. I may act as the guinea pig.

[cmarti063]

Bueller?!?

It looks like nobody on here has seen one yet. I may act as the guinea pig.

Do it. The other model gets a decent review for the money, even though I haven't heard of anyone putting any big weight on it, and this looks like a major upgrade for a small price difference. Pics and a full review when you get it.

[Murser]

I'll order one soon. It'll depend on if I can move my Cybex rack on craigslist quickly, or if I have to wait couple of weeks for my birthday.

[mordei]

Is this worth the extra 70 bucks? Can't decide between the original or the HD

[Murser]

Is this worth the extra 70 bucks? Can't decide between the original or the HD

You have to bolt the HD down. If you can do that, I think it'd be worth it.

[keithbemer]

You have to bolt the HD down. If you can do that, I think it'd be worth it.

A representative from Titan told me that the HD rack does not NEED to be bolted to the floor.

Also, FYI, their current dip bar attachment does not work with the HD model, but they hope to have one in the next 30-60 days.

[throwaway3441]

A representative from Titan told me that the HD rack does not NEED to be bolted to the floor.

If you don't bolt it down it will be significantly less stable and you would have to be very careful with the band pegs. At the very least do something like http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...#post895472071.

[Murser]

I flipped the Cybex rack on craigslist, and ordered the Titan rack. I'll try to get a review done shortly after it arrives.

[HBXtremeMuscle]

I flipped the Cybex rack on craigslist, and ordered the Titan rack. I'll try to get a review done shortly after it arrives.

I'm considering this rack as well. Can't wait for your review!

[squatplusoats]

I'm considering this rack as well. Can't wait for your review!

i created an account just to say that ive ordered this rack and it shipped out today. ill give a review on it when it comes, but im very excited. For all interested the price is low because even though they are based out of Memphis, they manufacture in China. bothers me a little, but any rack that i can afford is going to be the same way so might as well get the best one.

[Murser]

Mine shipped as well. Hopefully, it arrives on Wednesday, as I lasted lifted the day before I sold my other rack.

[HBXtremeMuscle]

i created an account just to say that ive ordered this rack and it shipped out today. ill give a review on it when it comes, but im very excited. For all interested the price is low because even though they are based out of Memphis, they manufacture in China. bothers me a little, but any rack that i can afford is going to be the same way so might as well get the best one.

Awesome! Welcome aboard! Looking forward to your review I've been this close to ordering myself but figured I'll let you guys be the guinea pigs first haha.

Do you guys plan on bolting your racks down to a platform or concrete?

[squatplusoats]

I plan on anchoring it into plywood that's on top of 2x6s. The place where it's going is slanted so I need to level it out with wood then the platform. Mine should be here friday

[Murser]

The rack arrived today. The box was beat to hell, but it didn't hurt anything. I won't have chance to assemble it to later, but it appears as described with decent paint and all holes/edges deburred.

[Murser]

Teaser pics

[JB426]

Thanks. Definitely let us know all about it when you get it up and running.

[Phictitious]

Purchased this rack after seeing this thread. Figured I'd post some pics specifically the welds for those interested. If you want a picture of anything specific please let me know. This is my first rack so I can't really compare it to anything else but it seems very solid.
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[dukenukem7777]

Purchased this rack after seeing this thread. Figured I'd post some pics specifically the welds for those interested. If you want a picture of anything specific please let me know. This is my first rack so I can't really compare it to anything else but it seems very solid.
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Thanks for posting. What's your take on the plate storage? Seems like it would get in the way of the bar if you've got plates on the bar?

[Phictitious]

I'm not sure yet but I definitely see what you mean. I could always move the plate storage to the very top and the very bottom so it's out of the way for most lifts but that may be a PITA. We'll have to see. This was the first piece I ordered for my home gym so I'll have to test it out and let you know once my weights and bar get delivered.

[squatplusoats]

The rack arrived today. The box was beat to hell, but it didn't hurt anything. I won't have chance to assemble it to later, but it appears as described with decent paint and all holes/edges deburred.

Thanks for the update. Really cool that the paint seems good and the holes are deburred, as there was some stipulation about the paint and finish quality of the cheaper rack on another thread

[squatplusoats]

Purchased this rack after seeing this thread. Figured I'd post some pics specifically the welds for those interested. If you want a picture of anything specific please let me know. This is my first rack so I can't really compare it to anything else but it seems very solid.
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Would you be able to tell me how wide the rack is including the edge of the feet where the bolt holes are? My platform is about 48" wide but the dimensions I their website look like 46" without including the feet. I might need to make some adjustments

[Phictitious]

Would you be able to tell me how wide the rack is including the edge of the feet where the bolt holes are? My platform is about 48" wide but the dimensions I their website look like 46" without including the feet. I might need to make some adjustments

I just measured and it was 54.5 inches. Hope this helps.

[squatplusoats]

I just measured and it was 54.5 inches. Hope this helps.

Thanks brother. Gonna have to figure something out here then

[Seatard]

Purchased this rack after seeing this thread. Figured I'd post some pics specifically the welds for those interested. If you want a picture of anything specific please let me know. This is my first rack so I can't really compare it to anything else but it seems very solid.

It appears that you may have installed lock washers under the head of the bolts rather than under the nuts.

[GarageIron]

Purchased this rack after seeing this thread. Figured I'd post some pics specifically the welds for those interested. If you want a picture of anything specific please let me know. This is my first rack so I can't really compare it to anything else but it seems very solid.
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That is going to be a very tight fit in that space with a bar on it! I can't see a 7ft bar fitting into what looks like a 7ft space and being able to load it.. even if it does for some reason, getting to the plate storage with loaded bar will be even harder. You might want to move two pins to low on the front uprights in some strategic fashion that allows you to step over the them, pull the heavier plates and load them. The other two could be mount high on the rear with the lighter plates. Also, I don't care what the manufacturer says, that rack needs to be bolted down or braced low to keep it square. If you measure the distance between the uprights at the top, and then the bottom, you'll see the rack is collapsing in at the bottom. I'm not knocking the rack, looks like a great deal. The issue with the rack not being square happens on Rogue racks and other knockoffs (Rogues are knockoffs as well). Bolt it to some plywood or into the floor, it is very easy to do and will make the rack 1000% more solid.

[squatplusoats]

That is going to be a very tight fit in that space with a bar on it! I can't see a 7ft bar fitting into what looks like a 7ft space and being able to load it.. even if it does for some reason, getting to the plate storage with loaded bar will be even harder. You might want to move two pins to low on the front uprights in some strategic fashion that allows you to step over the them, pull the heavier plates and load them. The other two could be mount high on the rear with the lighter plates. Also, I don't care what the manufacturer says, that rack needs to be bolted down or braced low to keep it square. If you measure the distance between the uprights at the top, and then the bottom, you'll see the rack is collapsing in at the bottom. I'm not knocking the rack, looks like a great deal. The issue with the rack not being square happens on Rogue racks and other knockoffs (Rogues are knockoffs as well). Bolt it to some plywood or into the floor, it is very easy to do and will make the rack 1000% more solid.

its hard to tell how much space he has but he could always rotate it 90 degrees so theres more room. I agree about bolting it down though.