Need a 17" flat utility bench

[SasquatchScotty]

I was originally going to go with the Rogue Utility Bench but I am training to compete and someone pointed out it was 18" so now I am looking for a new bench. No less than 17" and no more than 17.5". I don't care about it being extremely heavy (preferable) or having wheels because this will not be moved out of the rack. Ever. Budget is around $200 before shipping as long as its not $125 shipping like Elitefts.

I was thinking the Pendlay Elite Flat bench as it seems to be highly recommended in this price point, but I can't find the dimensions. So…. what do you recommend?
http://www.pendlay.com/Pendlay-Elite...nch_p_607.html


Thanks!

[morebarbell]

The Pendlay Elite flat bench is 18" high. I recommend reading through the entire "Alternatives to Rogue flat bench" thread. It's presently just a few posts down the page from your post.

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=156611043

[SasquatchScotty]

The Pendlay Elite flat bench is 18" high. I recommend reading through the entire "Alternatives to Rogue flat bench" thread. It's presently just a few posts down the page from your post.

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=156611043

Thanks I saw that again just after I posted I haven't been able to read through it all yet

EDIT- These are what I have found:

Can someone tell me is this is a good bench? I've heard mixed things about Amstaff
http://www.fitnessavenue.ca/item.php?id=146

http://store.valueweb.com/servlet/bw...t-Bench/Detail

http://www.flexcart.com/members/elit...d=182&pid=6578

http://www.roguefitness.com/monster-utility-bench

[rthawker]

Just get the Rogue and put an extra piece of 3/4" stall mat on either side where your feet go. That would put the bench pad at 17.25".

[SasquatchScotty]

Just get the Rogue and put an extra piece of 3/4" stall mat on either side where your feet go. That would put the bench pad at 17.25".

This seems to be the best idea. Thank you

[SasquatchScotty]

Just get the Rogue and put an extra piece of 3/4" stall mat on either side where your feet go. That would put the bench pad at 17.25".

I don't want to start a new thread over one small question so I will just ask here. In regards to building a deadlift platform could I ONLY use Stall mats, rather than using plywood as well underneath the mats? My only concern is cracking the concrete if 4-500 pounds were to slip out of my hand mid-lift. Would just a 3/4" stall matt work in this situation?

[KBKB]

I don't want to start a new thread over one small question so I will just ask here. In regards to building a deadlift platform could I ONLY use Stall mats, rather than using plywood as well underneath the mats? My only concern is cracking the concrete if 4-500 pounds were to slip out of my hand mid-lift. Would just a 3/4" stall matt work in this situation?

I think a lot of guys here use only stall mats over concrete. The plywood, being more rigid, will distribute the load over a wider area though. If you're really concerned about your floor, it's a good idea to use plywood under the stall mats.

[817boy]

http://www.texasstrengthsystems.com/...tegory/benches



Just saw the post beneath mine. Stay clear of TSS then. I used some of there equipment at a meet but didn't actually look for quality in their work.


I would go with elitefts

[throwaway3441]

http://www.texasstrengthsystems.com/...tegory/benches

Careful. http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=159534011

[STR8OUT]

I have a bodymasters and 2 streamline flat benches in my barn. I will measure them for you tonight to see what height they are.

[STR8OUT]

Just measured. Both benches are 16" tall

[Stasher1]

I have a bodymasters and 2 streamline flat benches in my barn. I will measure them for you tonight to see what height they are.

I really, really liked the BM flat bench I had. The only reason I sold it was lack of space since I have two other FID benches as well. The combination of a long, wide pad with dense foam, 16" height, and a heavy frame sitting on three feet* makes it a no-brainer for me.



*Three feet makes it stable on uneven surfaces, and it also makes for easy foot placement since there's only one foot at that end of the bench.