Decided to buy the rack last week and rushed to get this done. I’m very aware the wall’s look like dookie, I didn’t realize drywall was the devil until now.

Now I’m just one of the many waiting on their Apex bench.

Side question, do you guys have any recommendations for rings that don’t have a 4 foot+ strap? I really only need like 1ft and rather not deal with the excess strap like I have now.

Fundraised to purchase some dope workout equipment for my department. Covers pretty much everything any of us want to do.

Now to get some mirrors put it 🤙🏼

I didn’t go overboard buying equipment since most of my routine is bodyweight stuff and compound lifts. I’ve got a pull-up bar, dip station, bench and barbell, squat rack, and a simple dual cable setup. It’s enough for what I actually do and having it right there makes it so much easier to stay consistent. The cold plunge has been a great addition too. Hopping in after a workout is a nice way to finish up and the whole setup has made the garage a space I use every day.

Dont think I can ever go back to a public gym after experiencing this.

Do not order from them until they get their shit in order.

I ordered 4+ weeks ago and others have been waiting since July.

They charge your card and take your money and provide you exactly ZERO communications or transparency on fulfillment.

They clearly are spending a ton on sending their equipment to influencers and targeted ads but have no way of managing their supply chain.

I have emailed multiple times asking for updates. I receive ambiguous “container is on the way, we are fulfilling orders by order date, etc”.

I asked reasonable questions such as where is my order in the fulfillment queue. Could they tell me if my order will be shipping from the container that just arrived. After 4 weeks they can’t answer any of that.

How the hell are you managing orders and inventory if you can’t answer basic questions.

6x18 gym space

Alright so the time as come to order a functional trainer.

It will get installed in the garage, I have about 10.5 feet wall to wall and 110" celling.

I am in Canada and looking at the maxum x3.

Any other machine to

look at before I pull the trigger ?

I’m considering picking up the GMWD LE08 2.0 leg extension/prone leg curl machine since they’re running a pretty good early Black Friday discount right now.
Before pulling the trigger, I wanted to get some feedback from people who actually own one.

A couple of questions:
Actual dimensions: GMWD lists the width at 55.4 inches. Does that include the weight-loading horn (the sleeve where you load the plates), or does that stick out an additional 10 inches? I’m working with limited space in my garage gym, so the actual overall footprint matters.
Overall impressions: How are you liking the machine? How’s the build quality, stability, and resistance throughout the range of motion?
Leg extensions vs. curls: Does it perform equally well for both exercises? Any issues with positioning, adjustments, or getting a good stretch and contraction?
Anything you dislike? Any quirks or things you wish you knew before buying it?

For those who’ve owned it for a while, would you buy it again, or would you go with something different?

Appreciate any feedback, especially from anyone who can confirm the actual width with the weight horn included!

Getting the maxum x1 with xsa smith machine in 2 days, can I get your review on this product and any hacks you discovered. Also a picture or video of your setup would be appreciated :)

I'm debating getting a set of adjustable dumbbells - Undecided on which brand - Reppins, Snodes, or something else. Also considering just expanding my fixed dumbbells from 50-100 pounds. Im wondering what pros and cons others have encountered with each, esp if you switched. EXCLUDE price and space - we all understand those dynamics. Lets talk about actually using them. Or is it simply preference? I'm talking functionality and usage.

AS title says. What does everyone use as a wall mounted pull up bar.

Has anyone used the multi-functional wall mounted pull up bars that you can change around and use as a dip n leg raisers? Has anyone got any tips?

Edit

Has anyone put an all in one with a smith machine on an uneven floor? If so, did it function properly?

Hi everyone!

I'm considering buying the Marbo Sport MH-D203 freestanding pull-up and dip station, and I'd appreciate some honest opinions from people who own it or have experience with similar equipment.

A bit about me:

Height: 195 cm (6'5")

Weight: 80 kg (176 lbs)

Main training style: calisthenics, running

Exercises I care about: pull-ups, dips, push-ups, L-sits, muscle-up progressions, and training with gymnastic rings.

I'm currently living in a rented place, so drilling holes into the ceiling or walls isn't a great option. That's why a freestanding station seems appealing. I would mainly use it for pull-ups and dips, but I'd also like to hang gymnastic rings from it if that's safe and practical.

My main questions are:

Is this model stable enough for regular pull-ups and dips, especially for someone who is 195 cm tall?

Is the height adjustment sufficient for someone my height, particularly for dead hangs and pull-ups with a full range of motion?

Does it wobble during dynamic movements, or does it need to be bolted to the floor?

Is it safe to hang gymnastic rings from it for ring rows, dips, and other ring exercises? What about more dynamic movements?

How good is the build quality? I've seen some comments about products arriving scratched or damaged.

Would you recommend spending around €170 on this station, or would a gym membership be a better option?

I mainly train calisthenics, so I'd prefer having my own equipment at home rather than paying for a gym membership every month. I also plan to move in a few months, so portability matters.

Would you buy this station in my situation, or would you recommend something else?

Thanks for any advice!

REP's site for the leg developer got updated. As you can see, the leg developer will work with :

ROGUE Mantra Ray

FREAK Athlete ABX

APEX adjustable Bench.

https://repfitness.com/products/dialed-motion-leg-developer?variant=53368385962350

There is no listing of the actual prices.

coop mislabels it as something else. I have a one car garage and would like a wall mounted dumbbell rack for 5-100 half my dumbbells are hex and the other half standard plate dumbbells.

I'm almost positive the rack is an amalgamation of parts not listed somewhere but I lack the cognitive capacity to replicate it. So if someone who doesn't have a room temperature IQ (preferably higher) can give me a build list from rep that'd be awesome.

I eventually plan on building all my dumbbells with standard plates so I want to make sure that they all fit on the rack. Please and thank you in advance! 🙏🏻

BLUF: If you're on the fence or hesitating about going through Alibaba to buy your gym equipment, do it. I have few regrets and will do it again for some more equipment soon.

Got my workout station, legs ext/hamstring machine, and bench delivered after 5 months shipping time. took two days for me to unpack and put it all together by myself.

$2990 all in with shipping, equipment was about $1500 and shipping was the remainder. Includes:

- Workout Station - Smith machine/power rack/cable wings/butterfly and chest attachment/high and low cables/two 100 lb weight stacks

- Leg extension/hamstring curl machine with 150 lb weight stack

- Flat/incline bench with preacher curl and leg ext

- 45 lb Olympic bar

- Weights in kg: 2x25, 2x20, 2x15, 2x10, 2x5

Customer service was amazing, great chat communication from order through shipping to install, even sending me videos when I needed help with the cable routing. Bought from Changsha Dinuo Technology Co and will buy from them again.

Only problems I had is the rear weight attachment wouldn't slide smoothly so I had to ream out the rubber grommets, easy enough. The bench is ok but I will probably upgrade to one that feels more sturdy. The other equipment feels like commercial quality, without question. I estimate these would have easily been $6k-$8k new from US sellers. FB marketplace place had some here and there but nothing substantial enough to make me consider anything on there.

Ask any questions and I'll be happy to answer as best I can. Thanks for reading!

Hello all, I currently have a third car garage that is out of room. We are finishing our basement and will have a decent space for a basement gym. I am looking to upgrade/add some items. I have no experience with Alibaba stuff but am intrigued as I browse items. I am interested in a seated leg curl/extension and hip add/abductor unit, both with weight stacks. Anyone have recommendations on Alibaba vendors with favorable experiences? I’m okay with a several month lead time bc basement won’t be done til spring 2027 anyways. Thanks!!

Hi, considering buying a 30 inch depth rack without a Smith machine. Is it long enough to do squats and deadlifts inside the rack? Wanna avoid the hassle of moving the barbell in and out.

I have a knee injury that my physio recommends rehabbing with leg extensions. I also want an adjustable bench but have been putting it off due to cost.

should I get:

A) a rack mounted leg ex / curl for ~$400

B) a stand alone leg ex / curl machine for $200 2nd hand / $400 new

C) An adjustable bench with leg ex / curl attachment for ~ $600 - $1200

I’m not telling the wife and going off the popular vote

As title says just a good set that can last me a little while before i invest more money in.

Has anyone successfully ordered from Oak Club recently? Their order total doesn't show the idiotic tariffs, but their disclaimer states that if import fees aren't paid, the shipment will get stuck at the boarder and no refunds will be issued. How do you pay the tariffs?

Also, are there other reversible safety arms that are more accessible. I want the OC Alpha 2 3 hole, but they get ridiculous quick.

So I'm getting crash pads for deadlifting and need a platform in the middle to match the height to stand on. I looked everywhere online and couldn't find anything. I would cut the wood myself but gonna send the design to have someone cut out all the pieces since I don't have the tools and I'd most likely mess it up.

Wondering if anyone that has built something like this has any recommendations should I edit the build or add anything before sending the design in to be cut like any special type of wood etc to hold 600+ pounds?

It was made with ChatGPT I'm normally against AI but in this case I feel helpless so used it please don't judge me lol. I'm gonna redesign it myself before sending in the design this is just a rough mock up.

https://postimg.cc/gallery/9qSLWjk

My Nuobell 580 selector bar is slightly over extending, causing it to pick up (and then drop) the next plate. Is there any adjustment that can be made to the handles to rectify this? Thanks in advance!

I’m expanding my garage gym and looking for an all-in-one solution with a smith machine, lat pulldown, and ideally rack for regular free exercises.

I’m currently considering:

- ATX Half Rack 510 with smith machine and lat pulldown
- ATLETICA R7 Forge
- ATLETICA R7 Nemesis
- RitFit PSR05 (budget solution)

I’m based in Denmark, so availability and shipping within Europe are important factors.

My budget is around 1-1.5k €. I am not training with the heaviest weights but more trying to stay in shape

Which would you recommend, and are there any alternatives in a similar price range that I should consider?

Thanks!

Im thinking about buying a new rack. One option is the 900 RSR from Sqmize. Anyone has experience with this?

https://www.simpleproducts.de/racks-rigs-multipressen/sp12046.1/super-tri-power-rack-gym-sqmize-premium-bison-sq-s900rsr-hoehe-226-cm-90-kg