Gold's Gym XR-5

**platnm** · 03-21-2005, 04:45 AM

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...uct_id=2400609

I'm thinking about getting that anyone ever had one used one or still have one and would like to tell me something about it?

**Poolrad** · 03-21-2005, 05:18 AM

Originally Posted by ozaer

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...uct_id=2400609

I'm thinking about getting that anyone ever had one used one or still have one and would like to tell me something about it?

I have one, it is a great starter bench if you are wanting to try home lifting. It is about the best complete setup you can get with a small budget. However the load capicity is low and the bench isn't as sturdy as a higher priced model.

However if you are benching in the 100-200 range and squating in the 150-250 range it is a great little setup for the cost.

I am just now starting to replace mine with precor and bodysolid equipment, however the XR5 is still great for my wife to use.

**platnm** · 03-22-2005, 04:51 AM

thanks, bump

**doggiejoe** · 03-22-2005, 11:15 AM

I have that bench and put up 300 + on the bench with no problem. The squat is the same thing. This thing is awesome. I love the preacher curl table. By the way, I keep it outside in Miami's weather and it's in mint condition(I do cover it after i'm done).

**Audiowaves252** · 03-22-2005, 11:46 AM

wow thats a steal!

**platnm** · 03-22-2005, 02:24 PM

will it rust?

**Poolrad** · 03-22-2005, 02:44 PM

Anything can rust if left in the wrong situation

If you left it outdoors in the rain non stop then yeah, if you left it outdoors and kept it covered then no.

**platnm** · 03-25-2005, 07:48 AM

bump

**SpreeWheels24** · 03-25-2005, 09:08 AM

i was saving my money up for one of those (its only $99.00 at my wal-mart) until my friend got a big $400 weider home gym. But it does look like a good value.

p.s. is it just me or does that guy in the picture look real weak! hes benching 95!

**Lifter Wes 3889** · 03-25-2005, 04:36 PM

I'm also wanting one of these. I have the 300lb Cap Barbell olympic size weights, but I use a standard-sized bench right now. (<$30 at Wal-Mart) and I'm wondering if this would work out much better? The standard size bench is a hell of a lot tougher to use with olympic weights, and the bar tipping is common. So, is would this be a good investment?

And yes, though the guy is cut, he looks weak. I rep at 95-105 for crap's sakes. He probably maxes out at 150-175. I can do 150, so they should get a better "box model".

**Pool_Shark** · 03-25-2005, 05:43 PM

Originally Posted by Lifter Wes 3889

I'm also wanting one of these. I have the 300lb Cap Barbell olympic size weights, but I use a standard-sized bench right now. (<$30 at Wal-Mart) and I'm wondering if this would work out much better? The standard size bench is a hell of a lot tougher to use with olympic weights, and the bar tipping is common. So, is would this be a good investment?

And yes, though the guy is cut, he looks weak. I rep at 95-105 for crap's sakes. He probably maxes out at 150-175. I can do 150, so they should get a better "box model".

Yes this would work better for you, it is built for olympic weights.

I bought one a couple of weeks ago, and I had to buy the 7' standard bar to reach across bench.
I don't have olympic weights, which is why I bought the standard bar.

**Lifter Wes 3889** · 03-25-2005, 06:05 PM

Pool_Shark, if you have a Dunhams Discount Sports or Dick's Sporting Goods near you, you can get a 300lb olympic set incl. bar on sale for $99-$119. It's a steal.

EDIT: Also, can you lower where you set the barbell? In the pictures, when it's set on flat bench, it looks like it's too high for some to reach.

**Pool_Shark** · 03-25-2005, 06:46 PM

Originally Posted by Lifter Wes 3889

Pool_Shark, if you have a Dunhams Discount Sports or Dick's Sporting Goods near you, you can get a 300lb olympic set incl. bar on sale for $99-$119. It's a steal.

EDIT: Also, can you lower where you set the barbell? In the pictures, when it's set on flat bench, it looks like it's too high for some to reach.

Thanks Lifter Wes,
I know about the 300 lbs olympic set, but I already have 300 lbs of standard, it just wouldn't be cost efficient to purchase another set.

Yes you can lower the barbell, just remove the bar rests and set them where you want.
You can also adjust the bench for incline and decline, and the seat has 2 positions flat and tilt, and also has, I think 3 postions for forward and backward.

**Lifter Wes 3889** · 03-25-2005, 06:48 PM

Repped. Thanks a lot, very helpful info.

**Footballstar** · 03-25-2005, 07:13 PM

Load capacity of the bench is 610 lbs. http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A4134%3A49039

**k_townsfinest** · 03-25-2005, 10:06 PM

I was looking into buying one of these things and after hearing some of these comments I think I will since I am currently benching 160 ( sob ) and doing 140 on the pull down/lat thing this will last me a while especially when I buy the 300 lb olympic set.

**ChelNam** · 05-11-2005, 05:20 PM

That's the same bench I got. It's good byut I keep hitting the racks wen benching sometimes.

**muhammad__ali** · 05-27-2006, 12:04 AM

I wish they had these in Vancouver, I would have bought that an olympic weight set, and some adjustable dbs.. Perfect setup around 300 bux.. damn.

My home gym consists of equipment ive bought over 2-3 years:
Standard Weider Weight bench from Walmart
Standard cap barbell
over 400lb in weights
2 adjustable dbs
york half power rack/sumo rack
decent treadmill, great for home for about 200bux
preacher curl stand
home made pullup bar

I really got the ultimate home gym for a 15 year old, too bad im injured right now. When my back heals up im going back at it strong, damn!!

ill post pics up in the workout section later.

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