My current garage gym set up:

[ndmike99]

very cool to see my stuff moved into your gym. You have an unreal setup.

It has already changed again (as you probably know). I need to get another video in about a week or two. I am still trying to move a few things around and see how they best fit.

[ahoskinson44]

It has already changed again (as you probably know). I need to get another video in about a week or two. I am still trying to move a few things around and see how they best fit.

Is your garage level or does it have slope to it like most garages? If it isn't level how do you decide what goes where?

[dailob]

i guess you dont plan on moving, or anytime ever? lol

+rep man...

[ndmike99]

Is your garage level or does it have slope to it like most garages? If it isn't level how do you decide what goes where?

It does have a slight slope near the doors. I use a few shims when I need to, but it is nothing major.

i guess you dont plan on moving, or anytime ever? lol

+rep man...

I actually moved 2 years ago, it SUCKED. I am so used to moving gym equipment that it does not bother me too much anymore.

[matrix563]

i only have about 1/3 of the space you have man and i hate moving my stuff around. I can't imagine full blow machines that weigh hundreds of pounds each constantly moving aorund!
course i am sure you would agree it is fun and is also a workout lol.

[ndmike99]

i only have about 1/3 of the space you have man and i hate moving my stuff around. I can't imagine full blow machines that weigh hundreds of pounds each constantly moving aorund!
course i am sure you would agree it is fun and is also a workout lol.

The machines are usually no problem as most are plate loaded. Here are the hardest things to move in order:

1. Dumbbells (5-150). It destroys my back just unloaded and loading them back into the racks.
2. Hammer Strength Power Rack - it is just an absolute tank.
3. Cybex Assisted Chin / Dip - The weight stack as about 3-4 feet off the ground so it makes it difficult to control.
4. Cable Crossover - This is hard to move because unless I disassemble it I can only move each side a few inches at a time.

And previously my Nautilus Super Pullover (which I should have kept). That thing was super heavy, still not sure how I got it out of my truck without killing someone. We did not take out the weight stack when we moved it.

[ffrink]

The machines are usually no problem as most are plate loaded. Here are the hardest things to move in order:

1. Dumbbells (5-150). It destroys my back just unloaded and loading them back into the racks.
2. Hammer Strength Power Rack - it is just an absolute tank.
3. Cybex Assisted Chin / Dip - The weight stack as about 3-4 feet off the ground so it makes it difficult to control.
4. Cable Crossover - This is hard to move because unless I disassemble it I can only move each side a few inches at a time.

And previously my Nautilus Super Pullover (which I should have kept). That thing was super heavy, still not sure how I got it out of my truck without killing someone. We did not take out the weight stack when we moved it.

I know a guy who has two Nautilus Super Pullovers and wants to sell one. You can have your pick of a classic Nautilus Blue SP08, with a 200lb weight stack in the rear and two cool chain drives on even cooler aluminum cams or a pristine aqua green upholstered Second Gen with a 250lb stack on the left side of the machine.

You can thank me later!!

[ugmoe2000]

The machines are usually no problem as most are plate loaded. Here are the hardest things to move in order:
1. Dumbbells (5-150). It destroys my back just unloaded and loading them back into the racks.
2. Hammer Strength Power Rack - it is just an absolute tank.

I have #1 and #2 on that list and also just moved into a new house. I could not agree more.

[Therul]

The machines are usually no problem as most are plate loaded. Here are the hardest things to move in order:

1. Dumbbells (5-150). It destroys my back just unloaded and loading them back into the racks.
2. Hammer Strength Power Rack - it is just an absolute tank.
3. Cybex Assisted Chin / Dip - The weight stack as about 3-4 feet off the ground so it makes it difficult to control.
4. Cable Crossover - This is hard to move because unless I disassemble it I can only move each side a few inches at a time.

And previously my Nautilus Super Pullover (which I should have kept). That thing was super heavy, still not sure how I got it out of my truck without killing someone. We did not take out the weight stack when we moved it.

#2. If I can chime in, my opinion is subjective but I think the Hammer Strength Power Rack supersedes the dumbbells:

When assembling the Hammer Strength Power Rack, each upright alone probably weigh 100lb each. You're overhead pressing about another 100lb installing The Pull-Up Bar while at least one assistant bolts it in place.

[ndmike99]

#2. If I can chime in, my opinion is subjective but I think the Hammer Strength Power Rack supersedes the dumbbells:

When assembling the Hammer Strength Power Rack, each upright alone probably weigh 100lb each. You're overhead pressing about another 100lb installing The Pull-Up Bar while at least one assistant bolts it in place.

I assembled the power rack alone. It was probably one of the most dangerous and stupid things I have done since starting to buy equipment. The sides and the pull up bar are heavy and difficult to manage, especially alone.

I guess the difference between the Hammer Rack and the dumbbells is once you have the few challenging pieces together on the Rack you are home free. Even if those pieces are very challenging. With the dumbbells you know going into it you have to un-rack 60 dumbbells and make sure they are out of the way for the time being, move the racks, then move and re-rack 60 dumbbells. Personally I rather bench 300lb once than 200lb twenty times, but of course, that is why it is subjective.

[Therul]

I assembled the power rack alone. It was probably one of the most dangerous and stupid things I have done since starting to buy equipment. The sides and the pull up bar are heavy and difficult to manage, especially alone.

I guess the difference between the Hammer Rack and the dumbbells is once you have the few challenging pieces together on the Rack you are home free. Even if those pieces are very challenging. With the dumbbells you know going into it you have to un-rack 60 dumbbells and make sure they are out of the way for the time being, move the racks, then move and re-rack 60 dumbbells. Personally I rather bench 300lb once than 200lb twenty times, but of course, that is why it is subjective.

ndmike99, thank you for taking the time to read through and offer your insights.

[nflan113]

The gym is looking fantastic Mike! I really would like to try the endless rope piece you picked up; looks very interesting.

[ndmike99]

Here is a newer video. I moved the bench press over near the power rack. This allowed me to add the following items:

Hammer Deadlift
Hammer Row
Hammer High Row (which I am trading for a different piece this week)
Hammer Chest Press
Hammer Incline Chest Press
Power Runner

I still can not figure out how to embed it.

http://youtu.be/UvaDm0T5osk

[AttyGuy]

I still can not figure out how to embed it.

What are you talking about? I see it. Don't you?

[deadwoodgregg]

Nice job ndmike! Why did you decide to keep both the Perfect Squat and the Pendulum Squat? Very similar in size to my current setup.

[ndmike99]

What are you talking about? I see it. Don't you?

Thanks

Nice job ndmike! Why did you decide to keep both the Perfect Squat and the Pendulum Squat? Very similar in size to my current setup.

The magnum piece in the corner is actually a standing calf raise. I probably could do standing calves with the pendulum, but I can't really think of any other pieces I would put in its place instead as the space there is fairly limited.

[BIgOrange865]

Holy chit! Amazes me every time I see it.

[ndmike99]

I have made a few more changes to the gym which seems to be an ongoing thing. I thought I would post a few photos for those of you that have been following along.

I ended up getting rid of the Cybex Smith Machine, in its place is a Sorinex Incline Bench:




Now it is right at home with the Sorinex Flat Bench, same colors and all:




I was able to make a deal for a Nebula Plate Loaded Chest Press (hopefully I will have it by Christmas). Since I will have a new chest press in the near future I was able to trade my Smith for a Hammer Front Military and Hammer Lat. Here is a photo of the Military. The hammer chest and hammer lat are sitting in storage just in case I decide to expand or open a small space.





Finally I sold my Westside Reverse Hyper for an Edge Fitness Version. The Edge has a nice pad and is a good design, but they need to build a place to step up on their reverse hyper:

[rpark]

Nice additions.

[nflan113]

Really liking those Sorinex benches. Exactly what I would go with if space wasn't a concern.

Nice additions!

[ffrink]

Really liking those Sorinex benches. Exactly what I would go with if space wasn't a concern.

Nice additions!

Place looks great , Mike!!! And clean too!!

[thedickus]

Really liking those Sorinex benches. Exactly what I would go with if space wasn't a concern.

Nice additions!

^^^^^ This! Great looking flat and incline benches. Do you know what the angle is on the incline? It looks like the pad is almost tilted back above the low back support, kind of like the Parrillo incline benches. I always have a hard time in commercial gyms finding an incline barbell bench that is close to 30 degrees, most of them are a little to high for my liking.

I'm sure you've said it in here already, but how heavy is your dumbbell set?

[ndmike99]

Nice additions.

Thanks, TJ helped talk me into the incline. It was out in Connecticut but Goalder was able to grab it for me.

Really liking those Sorinex benches. Exactly what I would go with if space wasn't a concern.

Nice additions!

Space is always a concern.

^^^^^ This! Great looking flat and incline benches. Do you know what the angle is on the incline? It looks like the pad is almost tilted back above the low back support, kind of like the Parrillo incline benches. I always have a hard time in commercial gyms finding an incline barbell bench that is close to 30 degrees, most of them are a little to high for my liking.

I'm sure you've said it in here already, but how heavy is your dumbbell set?

I will try to figure out the angle for you. The bench is a split pad so it is a little like the Parrillo, but not as extreme. My dumbbells are from 5-150lbs.

[ndmike99]

^^^^^ This! Great looking flat and incline benches. Do you know what the angle is on the incline? It looks like the pad is almost tilted back above the low back support, kind of like the Parrillo incline benches. I always have a hard time in commercial gyms finding an incline barbell bench that is close to 30 degrees, most of them are a little to high for my liking.

I'm sure you've said it in here already, but how heavy is your dumbbell set?

The bench is pretty close to 30 degrees. I set my UCS bench next to it at a 35 degree angle and the Sorinex is not as steep, so somewhere less than 35, but close.

[matrix563]

why would you want to sell your westside for a edge fitness reverse hyper??

[ndmike99]

why would you want to sell your westside for a edge fitness reverse hyper??

The Edge is better, duh. The pad is nicer and the design is just overall a better design. The only thing they missed was a step.

Plus I got a good deal on a used one and a fellow member here was able to bring it here when he came here to make a trade.

[ndmike99]

I made a few more changes to the gym. I do not think I will be making any large changes for a while. I will organize a little better and have a few cool bars coming, but for the equipment itself I think I am pretty happy with everything. Some of the newer additions are a Nebula Chest Press, Medx Avenger Leg Press, and Atlantis Shoulder Press

[twodog]

Mike, the gym looks great ! I see a whole new bunch of vintage Yorks , as well as the new machines. I really do think it's time for you to expand though ;0, maybe a separate area for cardio, and another for legs, lol.

Your gym and Mike Dimond's always make me smile when I see new posts. Good job and keep it up. I'd rep ya', but as usual I'm on spread with ya'.

[OutKlast]

I made a few more changes to the gym. I do not think I will be making any large changes for a while. I will organize a little better and have a few cool bars coming, but for the equipment itself I think I am pretty happy with everything. Some of the newer additions are a Nebula Chest Press, Medx Avenger Leg Press, and Atlantis Shoulder Press

Hell of a bar collection you've got going on in there. How many ya go? 20? 30? I tried to rep you but it seems I already have. I really need to get out of the equipment forum more often.

[twodog]

I tried to rep you but it seems I already have. I really need to get out of the equipment forum more often.

Famous last words for many of us, lol.