buying new equipment

[evosil98]

what do u think about this cage machine. i saw it at sams club for $456 it comes with everything plus 300 lbs weight set. is it worth it. i like the smith option and can do free weights too.

[nymortgagepro]

this looks like a pretty nice machine I saw something similar in sports authority. That doesn't seem like a bad price. did you actually test it out to see if it's durable?

[evosil98]

i did actually test it out and was pretty durable. by the way heres the brand and model IMPEX SM4000 smith cage/ squat rack. so should i get it or buy something else that cost about the same.

[R0ND0GG]

Can you give a discription on what it all has and does?

[evosil98]

when i checked it out it had a high/ low pull, 300lb weight set, deluxe utility bench, butterfly bar and safety catches.

i got this info off the web site

Exercise:

Abdominal Crunch, Bench Press, Lat Pulldown, Leg Extension, Lunge Pectoral Fly, Preacher Curl, Rear Deltoid, Rope Pushdown, Shoulder Press, Squat, Tricep Kickback, Upright Row

Description:
-2" x 2 3/4" and 2" x 2" heavy duty tublar steel construction
-Durable carcoal powder coated finish
-4" nylon pulleys with sealed ball bearings
-2000 lb. tensile strength aircraft cable
-High quality 1" chrome guide rods
-Smith's "Ultra-Guide" bushings assures smoothest movement
-Commercial grade pop pins adjustments with tightening feature
-Frame structure features 7 degree slant designed to accommodate the natural upper and lower body movements
-"Off the floor" base frame design provides increased stability
-Adjustable bar catches and safety stoppers
-Cage uprights feature chromed diamond striker plates and commercial grade bar and catches
-Diamond plated non-slip foot brace for seated row exercises
-6 Olympic plate storage pegs
-Include Lat bar, tricep rope, shiver bar, ankle strap, single handle and chromed V-bar
-AB4050 multi-function bench included with preacher pad and Olympic sleeve on leg developer
-Dual action leg developer with 6 oversized roller pads and row/curl handle
-Proper pivot point on leg developer for proper muscle isolation
-High density deluxe boxed upholstery
-Chrome sliding track for easy pop pin back pad angle adjustment
-Manufacturer's 2 year limited warranty

[Anoka]

wow is that really $456? whats the website?

[Captainobvious99]

Thats actually a fantastic price. Im not a huge fan of Sams club because i dont think they offer great savings on anything other than food, however, I've been pricing the same type of equipment and even that same model and the best price i found was on sale at Sports Authority for $599 reduced from $1000. It is a sturdy machine and if you have the means, i suggest picking it up at that price. Wish i could get my hands on one around here for that $$.
-Capn

[Kansas]

I have one and absolutely love it. You will have to buy some wd-40 or something to spray on the guide rods or otherwise they will not be that smooth. I also got it at sam's, but it was $409. I guess their asking a little more where you're at, oh well, still great price.