PICS and DISCUSSION of YOUR HOME GYM V2.0

[radrd]

Would it be a waste of money if I bought a Buffalo bar if I already have an SSB bar?

I've had to stop back squatting a while ago, and SSBs have been a life saver. But, I can't help but wonder if a Buffalo bar would also add something else to the mix.

It's mostly just mobility/shoulder issues that have stopped my back squats.

I don't have a Buffalo Bar, but I'd say it won't be a waste of money if you intend to use it for squat and bench. Odds are you'll like it for one, if not both, and it will indeed add something to the mix. Just for squatting, I wouldn't bother unless you can try one out first. It could end up as a wall hanger or go up for sale if you don't end up liking it. I've talked myself out of it with this logic because I would only potentially use the Buffalo Bar for bench. For squatting, I invested in a Marrs Bar, and I doubt I will ever want another bar.

[radrd]

Some of you guys look to be spending big money on your setups. I'm jealous!

My setup costs more than some people's cars, but keep in mind that you hit the point of diminishing returns pretty quickly if you do your homework and invest in equipment that offers a lot of functionality and bang for your buck.

I'm a fan of premium made-in-USA gear, but you can get just as strong buying smart from companies like Bells of Steel, Titan, and Rep Fitness.

[Deep-Voiced-One]

I don't have a Buffalo Bar, but I'd say it won't be a waste of money if you intend to use it for squat and bench. Odds are you'll like it for one, if not both, and it will indeed add something to the mix. Just for squatting, I wouldn't bother unless you can try one out first. It could end up as a wall hanger or go up for sale if you don't end up liking it. I've talked myself out of it with this logic because I would only potentially use the Buffalo Bar for bench. For squatting, I invested in a Marrs Bar, and I doubt I will ever want another bar.

First off, glad to see the forum bumping back to life a bit. Second, I would definitely say I agree with this, also to me the Buffalo Bar reminds me that it would be way too cumbersome inside the rack along with having to have the right kind of J-cups for it (I do the majority of my barbell work inside my rack rather than outside of the rack). The Marrs Bar is cutting it close in tightness, but I manage to make it work for now since it's my primary bar for squats now and the way I can re-arrange it works to have enough space for the floor oriented lifts inside the rack.

In my opinion the Marrs Bar no doubt is my choice and anything benching I would pick something cambered like the Kadillac Bar, or use DBs to get something extra from regular benching...however if you have the room for it and funds for it then I see no problems with the Buffalo Bar for said purposes and you like it which is the most important aspect for your home gym.

[Demona86]

Thanks for the opinions guys.

I can't quote replies yet (sorry).

Maybe I will hold off on the Buffalo bar for now.

I did a lot of mobility work on my shoulder today and front squats felt a lot better, so the ssb+front sq combo should be plenty.
I was just bummed for a while ONLY doing ssbs.

[sophiaWindsor02]

I like this recommendation . this should be easily obtainable by anybody.

[TheDude8734]

I'm a fan of premium made-in-USA gear, but you can get just as strong buying smart from companies like Bells of Steel, Titan, and Rep Fitness.

Personally I've heard mixed reviews on the consistency/quality control for Titan equipment over the years, but I've never owned anything from the company.

Have you owned or used Titan equipment? If so, what were your thoughts?

[radrd]

Personally I've heard mixed reviews on the consistency/quality control for Titan equipment over the years, but I've never owned anything from the company.

Have you owned or used Titan equipment? If so, what were your thoughts?

I don't own any Titan gear but I've heard they have improved. Still not top-tier.

[sera310]

Thanks for the opinions guys.

I can't quote replies yet (sorry).

Maybe I will hold off on the Buffalo bar for now.

I did a lot of mobility work on my shoulder today and front squats felt a lot better, so the ssb+front sq combo should be plenty.
I was just bummed for a while ONLY doing ssbs.

You might be able to go back to back squats by using a specialty straight squat bar, such as the 1 by Texas Power Bar. Worked for me (but I've kept my SSB, just in case).

[thedickus]

Personally I've heard mixed reviews on the consistency/quality control for Titan equipment over the years, but I've never owned anything from the company.

Have you owned or used Titan equipment? If so, what were your thoughts?

I bought a few things from Titan within the last year or so. I have a non-rackable trap bar, 5' oly bar, short squat stand with the plate attachment. I have the 12" pro-duty plyo box. I also have their seated stationary/utility bench.

The squat stand is perfectly fine, I needed the short one to fit under my garage door and the plate storage really makes it much more stable. I'm not a fan of the landmine attachment just because the way it swivels and how high it needs to attach really doesn't work for my current set up. The Plyo box is a tank. Their seated stationary bench is a lightweight POS. It's the least heavy-duty piece that I own.
Packaging was fine on everything. I was missing some nuts/bolts on the weight holder attachment for the squat stand. I contacted their customer service and they quickly sent them out to me. Now I have way too many LOL. Trap bar and 5' oly bar are great. I got some things at sales prices, there squat stand was discounted substantially while my order was being shipped. They wouldn't refund the difference which I thought was chicken$hlt. I didn't want to hassle with cancelling the order, sending it back, since it was in transit. So far that's been my only knock against them.

[Deep-Voiced-One]

My Rogue Manta Ray Bench just got delivered in 3 boxes today in a timely manner (exactly 29 days) there's 1 more box that's expected to be delivered tomorrow. I'll be getting to the assembly soon and keep yous updated...



Edit: I'm almost done assembling the Manta Ray Bench (was missing a bushing so I contacted Rogue and they're right on it and sending me a replacement one right away).

Initial impressions are that the pictures don't do the bench justice of how extreme of a tank this bench really is (it's really too much and that's why I dig it) and the gripper vinyl as well as how well constructed the bottom material holding it together is makes the upgrade justifiable from the Adjustable 2.0 (If I'm even making any sense at all lol).

I'll take some comparison pics soon of the two benches once I get the replacement bushing to finish the build.

[TheDude8734]

My Rogue Manta Ray Bench just got delivered in 3 boxes today in a timely manner (exactly 29 days) there's 1 more box that's expected to be delivered tomorrow. I'll be getting to the assembly soon and keep yous updated...



Edit: I'm almost done assembling the Manta Ray Bench (was missing a bushing so I contacted Rogue and they're right on it and sending me a replacement one right away).

Initial impressions are that the pictures don't do the bench justice of how extreme of a tank this bench really is (it's really too much and that's why I dig it) and the gripper vinyl as well as how well constructed the bottom material holding it together is makes the upgrade justifiable from the Adjustable 2.0 (If I'm even making any sense at all lol).

I'll take some comparison pics soon of the two benches once I get the replacement bushing to finish the build.

Thanks for the update, on spread

[breakfastdays]

home gym version 2.0, I'd be more than happy to discuss it based on the details you provide. You can describe the equipment, layout, workout routines, or any other aspects you'd like to talk about, and I can offer insights or feedback accordingly. Feel free to share your thoughts or questions, and I'll do my best to assist you!

[Deep-Voiced-One]

The Manta Ray Bench is all built now, upon initial review it's much beefier and surprisingly a bit more compact than the Adjustable 2.0 Bench. The pads are an ultimate improvement being both 12" and with the grabber vinyl (I feel much more locked in and balanced side by side benching with the Manta Ray's back pad when testing it), the adjustments are smooth and the assembly was straight forward with practically all the nuts, bolts and bushings in place where they have to be assembled.

One observation is that there's a part where you temporarily take the screws out of the back pad to assemble the adjustment frame arm...I'm just speculating, but it could be a perfect opportunity for Rogue to make 14" fat pads for the frame in the future. Here's a few pics I took, they aren't perfect because I was tight on space with everything, but I'll take more and even try to get a better side by side of both generation of benches...


https://imgur.com/a/D5paPoZ

[Kim2023]

What a great gym! Appreciate the share...can't believe there was a setup lurking out there like that.
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[TheDude8734]

The Manta Ray Bench is all built now, upon initial review it's much beefier and surprisingly a bit more compact than the Adjustable 2.0 Bench. The pads are an ultimate improvement being both 12" and with the grabber vinyl (I feel much more locked in and balanced side by side benching with the Manta Ray's back pad when testing it), the adjustments are smooth and the assembly was straight forward with practically all the nuts, bolts and bushings in place where they have to be assembled.

One observation is that there's a part where you temporarily take the screws out of the back pad to assemble the adjustment frame arm...I'm just speculating, but it could be a perfect opportunity for Rogue to make 14" fat pads for the frame in the future. Here's a few pics I took, they aren't perfect because I was tight on space with everything, but I'll take more and even try to get a better side by side of both generation of benches...


https://imgur.com/a/D5paPoZ

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Nice benches!

[Deep-Voiced-One]

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Nice benches!

Thanks man.

[hjkiy]

Home gym = best gym

i ageree with you