The Cheapo Setup

[urbanlifter]

Itd be like saying no need to do a particular chest move bc bench takes care of the muscle better

Not really the same thing, but what do I know.

[Domicron]

if you want to do leg extensions that's fine, but do you need to buy a cheap bench with a rickety leg attachment in order to do them? have you tried looking locally for a prone plate loaded leg extension? they show up from time to time in my area in various states of (dis)repair.

[jrompola]

Every single leg extension machine i see on cl is over $400 and my space is limited. I live near philadelphia and when i search leg extension on CL the price is not close to what id spend .if you checked out my current bench you can see its not that great to begin with. Dont truly care to have a "great" bench. Im the only one who uses it and I've had worst benches which have always done the job. Looking to just flip my bench, use credit card pts, and at most put up $100.

Most of the time I have to move all my stuff to the wall and out of the way in a sunroom which is why I have no rack and just squat stands. I could easily just get a bench with the stands attached and lots of those have leg extenions but I have to be able to move out of the way or put in shed if wife wants. Thats how I got my plates bc u can find many of those for 50-100 w/ various plates and then just flip the bench.

I got a recommendation which I've seen a few others say as well, so im good.

[CliveWarren]

My preference for leg extension is to buy a good quality home-gym/multi-gym. My Body Solid G5S is pretty decent, but I've seen decent units from Keys as well. In my area they can be had for around $350 - $500, but I got mine with a 260lb stack for $200. Couldn't pass that up.

[jrompola]

As for what do I know...any chance u could let me know what moves u recommend
Id hate to do kickbacks when I should just do close grip bench

I never said I was going to not do squats anymore...just an option to do extensions if I follow a bodybuilding.com program. I usually sub front squats or any other form of squat, stiff leg dl, good morning when the program says leg extension/curl

[Cleveland33]

you've already answered your own question though re: leg extensions. Unless you are spending the money on a dedicated leg extension machine, which you already said is cost and space prohibitive, you are not going to get a better option to do them than what you already have.

What you might want try, and you can find a suitable piece for <$200 and doesn't take much room, is a sissy squat.

Also kickbacks...? C'mon man

[jrompola]

well currently if/when I do them I use bands and my ab bench. The bench I bought does not have an attachment option.

I was just being sarcastic because I did not know this was the mention an exercise get told that exercise is bad and do this instead when in actuality you can do all of the exercises

[Cleveland33]

well currently if/when I do them I use bands and my ab bench. The bench I bought does not have an attachment option.

I was just being sarcastic because I did not know this was the mention an exercise get told that exercise is bad and do this instead when in actuality you can do all of the exercises

Leg extension is a particularly interesting exercise around here - all too often we see new guys come in and say they want a bench that offers it. Yet whenever the "biggest regret" topics - it's very often buying a bench in order to have leg extension.

[CanadaBuilder2]

treadmillfactory.ca/fit505-power-rack

FINISH 12 gauge Powder coated finish
ADJUSTMENTS 28 height adjustments
HOOK DIMENSIONS 4.5” hook
STORAGE 2 x 8” plate storage pegs
ATTACHMENTS includes 2 x j hooks, 2 safety arms
ASSEMBLED DIMENSIONS 83” H x 48” D x 58.5” W (58.5" footprint only- Inside distance 44" wide)
MAXIMUM WEIGHT 700lbs

Looks like a good candidate for the Cheapo Setup.

229 CAD (175 USD) pickup in store
350 CAD (268 USD) shipped + tax

Currently Backordered. They also have the PPR200X and the GPR378, but I'm looking at this as it is 12 gauge and cheap.

[CliveWarren]

treadmillfactory.ca/fit505-power-rack



Looks like a good candidate for the Cheapo Setup.

229 CAD (175 USD) pickup
350 CAD (268 USD) shipped

I believe MichaelStone and Timbuk2 have had these for 18 months or so. Will need a long term update.

[sepulvd]

has anyone use REP FITNESS power rack. pro/ cons if you guys have used it

[CanadaBuilder2]

I just wanted to bump this thread. I got my entire gym for less than $700~$800 CAD ($600 USD) and half of that was the power bar. Basics: bar, bench, rack, plates, rubber floor.

Now, just got to use it.

[Allen40s]

I'm trying to find a rack that will fit in my basement. Floor to ceiling 81.5" w/o mat. I have read others talking about hack sawing and drilling new holes into the PPR200X or GPR378, but straight cutting and proper measuring for the holes is definitely outside of my comfort zone (considering the high cost of failure). Suggestions?

[Domicron]

the GPR378 is listed at 80" tall; it should fit just fine without any modifications.

you can always find a handyman and pay them for an hours work to cut and drill for you. that's what i did, paid them i think $50 and they did a very mediocre job. i wish i had just given it a shot myself.

[Stasher1]

The GPR378 should fit...but I don't know if he has the clearance to stand the sides up once they're assembled.


OP, I'd suggest following Dom's advice and having whatever rack you choose cut down to fit. You could pay a local fabricator to do it (would only take a little while with a chop saw and drill press) or do it yourself with a hacksaw and hand drill.

[splitsquat]

the GPR378 is listed at 80" tall; it should fit just fine without any modifications.

But would he be able to do pullups without banging his head?

Titan's T2 'short' power rack is listed as 71.5" tall, and pullup bar is at 68.5", so pullups should work.

[Allen40s]

the GPR378 is listed at 80" tall; it should fit just fine without any modifications.

you can always find a handyman and pay them for an hours work to cut and drill for you. that's what i did, paid them i think $50 and they did a very mediocre job. i wish i had just given it a shot myself.

I appreciate the quick response from everyone.

I ended calling Body Solid since even on their own website I saw differing heights (80" & 82"). You are correct that it is 80". Therefore it might just work without any cutting/drilling.

I'm going to spend the day internally arguing cost over quality. I think both the GPR378 and Titan T2 short rack are capable of safely catching failed squats and benches (for me it's under 300 lbs) without damage, but GPR378 appears more substantial / solid. As for the Titan allowing me to do pullups... nice bonus, but I do have a bar setup outside my house so it's minor.

[daniel327]

But would he be able to do pullups without banging his head?

Absolutely. One can simply hang a set of gym rings off the rack, or at another location with more head room.

[Domicron]

But would he be able to do pullups without banging his head?

Absolutely. One can simply hang a set of gym rings off the rack, or at another location with more head room.

exactly. i have these:
https://www.amazon.com/Stamina-Rotat...nging+pull+up]

and olympic rings, but i prefer to leave those at longer lengths to do inverted rows and dips and such.

[Fivefootkillerz]

exactly. i have these:
https://www.amazon.com/Stamina-Rotat...nging+pull+up]

and olympic rings, but i prefer to leave those at longer lengths to do inverted rows and dips and such.

im still on the fence for my multi grip chin bar so these might be right up my alley. thx dom

[splitsquat]

exactly. i have these:
https://www.amazon.com/Stamina-Rotat...nging+pull+up]

Pretty cool. In addition to the rack height dilemma that brought this up, these seem like a cheap and easy way to add a neutral grip option to standard power racks with only straight pull up bars.

[Domicron]

im still on the fence for my multi grip chin bar so these might be right up my alley. thx dom

Pretty cool. In addition to the rack height dilemma that brought this up, these seem like a cheap and easy way to add a neutral grip option to standard power racks with only straight pull up bars.

found out about them through Stasher, who i believe also has a pair. he's put something on the inside (the soft side of some velcro or something? can't remember) to keep them from sliding, which they can do if you take a wide grip....it's not a great feeling when it happens.

otherwise they're nice to have.

[BRINGINGtheFURY]

Any deals going on anywhere online for 300 lb. weight sets? I've been waiting for the Cap weight set on Amazon and Walmart to drop, but I don't see it happening. Last year they were $200 and now they're $384. Wish I would have got them then. So far the only cheap set I've seen is the Fitness Gear brand. http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/pr...uctId=10793623

[urbanlifter]

Craigslist is your friend, where are you located?

[BRINGINGtheFURY]

Craigslist is your friend, where are you located?

Buffalo, but there's usually not much out there.

[CliveWarren]

Buffalo, but there's usually not much out there.

Do you have your passport? 300lb sets can be had in Hamilton for $249 CDN ~ $100 USD(did the exchange in my head).

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-exercise-equi...ationFlag=true

[Fivefootkillerz]

these are awesome dom and i also bought a landmine attachment from this thread.

[urbanlifter]

Buffalo, but there's usually not much out there.

Get in the effing car....

http://rochester.craigslist.org/spo/5731130933.html

[RedHazerz]

Get in the effing car....

http://rochester.craigslist.org/spo/5731130933.html

Lol. Ive emailed that guy twice. No response. He states "call if interested" and lists no phone number....ugh

[urbanlifter]

That stinks, I saw those Superior plates and instantly got wood. Hopefully he will respond if you sent an email, I have had people before realize weeks later they forgot to put a phone number on when they checked their email.