Reddit reviews CAP Barbell Power Rack Exercise Stand, Multiple Colors

I'm in the process of cancelling my gym membership and setting up home gym. I found this squat rack on amazon prime that looks good. I just wish it had safety bars. Any one else have a better recommendation on a modest squat rack? I already checked craigslist in my area, nothing great.

No one should have to ever see groce gril titties. That's just gaaayyy.

You could get more out of one of these, one of these and some of these. More compact and takes less putting together time.

i have this and works great. not too pricey either if you just get the stand.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HYQP72O/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Personally, I always feel like the dip bars on power towers are too wide. I've tried a few of them out in Dick's Sporting Goods and it doesn't feel like a good position to sustain for multiple dips. So, that might be something to consider if you purchase one of these. I just did a quick search for more detailed dimensions of that particular model but I didn't have any luck. Maybe, get a power tower with less "features" like this Cap Barbell Power Rack from Amazon and then you can get some rings and throw them over the bar? The price fluctuates quite a bit; at the end of April it was down to $50.59 and occasionally gets down into the $65 price range.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HYQP72O/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1522179245&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=squat+rack&dpPl=1&dpID=3113gN-sZXL&ref=plSrch

This is the one I got. It was $99, got it with some of my tax return. It took an hour to assemble, but seems sturdy enough for me. It maxes out at 300 lbs, which I doubt I’ll reach, ever.

CAP Barbell Power Rack Exercise Stand, Multiple Colors https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HYQP72O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_I-KnDbTVMZW7B

$100, easy goal. I have this one, concrete anchored to the floor, can do pull ups and swing on it all day. 230lbs, good for 300lbs

I believe Cap has a cheap squat stand that would do the job! It has a pull up bar included but you wouldn’t be able to do dips

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HYQP72O/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1527046537&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=cap+squat&dpPl=1&dpID=3113gN-sZXL&ref=plSrch

You could, theoretically, rest a bar on the squat rack of this power tower: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HYQP72O?redirect=true&ref_=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza. The squat rack goes "low enough to do bench press" which should be low enough to do rows. The only risk, of course, would be that the bar rolls off the rack while you're doing rows -- but the rack looks pretty deep so that shouldn't be a problem.

I got this from amazon and they are very steady with the rings. I have had no issues doing the RR on them.

EDIT: Updating answer to help out OP with an alternative.
OP, you can try out rows with towel and a door similar to this till you gain the strength to do the rows with your body directly below the bar.

if you have room in your house for it, I got one of these it is awesome! I use it for gymnastic rings also

It looks like a regular work out rack for doing squats. I imagine you can find one just about any place that sells work out equipment. Here's one right off Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HYQP72O/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1417800371&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SY200_QL40

I have this and like it a lot so far - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HYQP72O/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483314104&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=cap+power+rack&dpPl=1&dpID=3113gN-sZXL&ref=plSrch

"Reasonably priced" is..well..relative. I love Rogue products and I respect their American-made ethos greatly and I love how flexible all of their systems are, but you are paying for all of that. You can't get a squat rack under $345 from them (S-1). And, per context of this conversation, that doesn't have the pullup bar; you have to go to the S-2 at $425. Don't get me wrong, that rack is fucking tough, but the price is too.
If you pay less you will get less, but you might not need something as bomb-proof as Rogue.

Here is an off brand on Amazon at $89 dollars. It's all relative...

Cap Barbell Power Rack Exercise Stand https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HYQP72O/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_SgBNwbQKHXGZS

Imo I would look into the Cap squat stand thats one piece over these 2 piece.

https://www.amazon.ca/Cap-Barbell-Power-Exercise-Stand/dp/B00HYQP72O/ref=mp_s_a_1_1/147-1432668-7414644?ie=UTF8&qid=1541447280&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=cap+barbell+power+rack&dpPl=1&dpID=3113gN-sZXL&ref=plSrch

That's just me tho.

https://www.amazon.com/Barbell-Power-Rack-Exercise-Stand/dp/B00HYQP72O/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1486450351&sr=1-1&keywords=cap+power+rack

I just replaced my stamina power tower with this because it is a lot better for rings work. Really like it so far.

You don't need much.

I built my home gym for maybe $600~ and I run a 6 day PPL routine. My numbers aren't anything insane, so I didn't go all out on rogue/big name brand equipment.

Bench $150~ (http://www.amazon.com/Bowflex-SelectTech-3-1-Adjustable-Bench/dp/B015EPG6OO)

Rack $100-$300 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HYQP72O/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1?pf_rd_p=1944687642&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B00KIOPGE8&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0HGG2ZX0QXEJ4DWW9FFA)

Barbell + Weights $200+ - Check craigslist first, otherwise you can find some killer deals online. (http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=10793623) - Everybody is going to suggest getting an olympic bar, but if money is tight and you're a novice lifter, there's nothing wrong with going standard. Just remember that, once you do break out of the novice category, for safety reasons, Olympic is eventually the way to go.

Dumbbells - I literally bought the $20 dumbbell set from wal-mart that's adjustable, and I just swap standard plates on it. I go up to 50lbs with no problems on each db.

Over time you can add other things, such as a dip bar. I bought one for $90 on Amazon.

If you want to do pulldowns, check out this: http://www.roguefitness.com/spud-inc-econo-tricep-and-lat-pulley

Remember, you don't need any crazy equipment or anything, and most of the cheap stuff will get you started until you start lifting REALLY heavy. At the end of the day, weights are weights.

A lot of people like to talk down about cheaper equipment, especially bowflex equipment (such as the bench I linked), but unless you're pushing a 300lb bench press, or squatting over 300lbs, this is going to be fine. No need to break the bank on a $300 bench or $600 rogue fitness rack right off the bat.

If your budget is even more limited, get a bench, adjustable dumbbells, and additional weights. Throw in a pull-up bar you can put in a door frame for pull-ups, chin-ups, and knee raises. That's a decent start.

A barbell, bumper plates, and a rack will break that couple-hundred bucks alone. You'll definitely need those. I suggest building your own plyo boxes if you can, the standard ones are surprisingly expensive.

This guy is all you need. I used it for years with upwards of 300# when doing squats and it never failed me. Actually sold it to my buddy who still uses it and loves it as well.

You could get a separate dip station or something I guess

Depending how tall you are will depend on the viability of the pull up bars being tall enough too

This power rack is pretty good and usually on sale for <$200

I've been able to test it with a full Olympic set (45x2, 35x2, 25x2, 10x2, 5x4, 2.5x2) on each side with no issues (300 pounds including bar). I don't know if I would be loading much more than that, though.

It also doesn't have a bail-out safety for squats.

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Pretty stable, although for me (6'0'') the bar holders can't fit where I want them to due to the bolts holding it together. End up having to start a little short on press.

Maybe this?

http://www.amazon.com/Barbell-Power-Rack-Exercise-Stand/dp/B00HYQP72O

Hey, i'm kinda in the same boat as OP. I live in an apartment where all my doors meet with corners so I can't put up a door frame pull up bar. Do you think this would work? http://www.amazon.ca/Cap-Barbell-Power-Exercise-Stand/dp/B00HYQP72O

Don't mean to hijack the thread, but I thought it was an option... this would allow me to hang rings, do pullups and use my TRX.

Any cons you can see, or better solutions?

How's that more affordable than $250?

I have this and this

You already have the weights.

Looks like it got more expensive since I bought it, but here it is

You mean the squat stand? Supposedly its the same as the Fuel performance one they sell at walmart. I've seen some people post it on here. 300lb weight limit.

this one

or if you are in Germany / Europe:

or this one

or that one

Not sure what you plan on doing and how much weight you'll be using, but I'm finishing up assembling my frugal low-space garage gym. I got a few new items because they were not too expensive and hard to find on Craigslist (squat stands and bumper plates namely).

• Beater barbell off Craigslist ($45)
  
• Squat Stands new off Amazon ($70) - if you're doing a lot more weight and/or space isn't an issue, I'd recommend something like this or this
  
• Bench off Craigslist ($50)
  
• 180lbs Diamond Pro Bumper Plates from Walmart 160lb set + 2x10 set ($227) - with free shipping, it's easy to add on in the future
  
• 4x5lb + 2x2.5lb steel plates off Craigslist ($20)
  
  Total Cost: $412 (or 3.2 months of my CrossFit membership)
  
  It's not the most awesome home gym, but fits in the corner of my garage, and is heavy enough for me to do my Starting Strength routine and progress a bit before I need to add on.

Totally worth it.

Here is what I got:

Olympic barbell and weights - about 300 lbs. total, bought it used on Craigslist for about $200 (don't remember exactly).

I already had a set of dumbbells for curls and stuff.

This power rack:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HYQP72O?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s02

This bench:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HYTB0MC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

Couple of rubber mats from Big 5, $20 each.

I roll out of bed at 5, put on workout shorts, no need for shoes, stop at the bathroom - and I am working out. Done by 6:15.

I have to take care of my kids before work - feed them, dress them, take them to school. I wouldn't be able to leave the house for an hour even if I had an gym that it open that early nearby, and I don't. Closest 24 Hour Fitness is 4 miles away, which means that I have to drive or bike, and it will take at least another 20 minutes to get there and back. It is Super Sport, so it would cost me $50 per month. If I spent $500 on my home gym - it will pay off by the end of the year, and I still have all the equipment I can resell.

http://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B00HYQP72O?cache=aec0e092d944f7b06a3a89641d502dcf&pi=SY200_QL40&qid=1410114633&sr=8-2#ref=mp_s_a_1_2

Shipping was really good. It's a bit wobbly but I didnt drill it into the ground yet, im not sure if it will fix it though. It has a capacity of 300lbs so for now it will work for me. I plan on buying a better rack eventually once I start getting stronger. Also it doesnt have safety stands.

Look for a bar and plates on craigslist. I got a 45 lb olympic bar, 255 lbs of bumper plates, and a weight tree for $200. Then I bought this rack for less than $100.

Although its probably a bad time of the year to buy used with New Years. I bet come February or later people will give up and try to sell their equipment.

I'm 6'1" but with a 7" basement ceiling, I don't see pullups happening unless I'm gonna stick my head between the joists each time lol. Same with OHP unfortunately.

I'm looking at normal height racks now, I assumed that with only 2-3" of clearance I would have trouble assembling the rack, but it sounds like that isn't the case. The Powerline PR200X is the current frontrunner.

I don't have a fear of falling backwards or anything, I've been lifting for quite some time and I know my limitations. It looks like I could certainly get a squat stand for much less than a full cage, but I still have concerns about stability. However, I am fairly certain I can just bolt a stand into my basement slab, which would cure stability issues I would think. Also, a cage would allow for some attachments, like dip bars, which would I would definitely want. I'm wondering if I can actually get a good squat stand with safety arms for less than 400 shipped, which is what I'm looking at for the Powerline.

Thanks! I'll check those places out. Only reason why I asked about the $100 tag is because of this and this

Try craigslist, you can sometimes find cheap power racks on there. You don't need anything fancy, something like this would work, but keep in mind it doesn't have safety bars. You may need to upgrade to something like this later on, because it's easier to bail on a squat with the safety bars. You don't need a spotter if you practice safely failing a rep with an empty/lightly loaded bar.

I'm curious if for a person starting BWF for the first time, what is the better equipment:

1: Bowflex Body Tower (http://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B006353HCE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1451632703&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX118_SY170_QL70&keywords=Bowflex+power+tower#featureBulletsAndDetailBullets_secondary_view_div_1451668291177)

2: Cap Power Rack with rings (http://www.amazon.ca/Cap-Barbell-Power-Exercise-Stand/dp/B00HYQP72O)

Please note that the doorframe pull up bars won't work for me, and my wife won't allow me to drill holes in the walls/roof (and it's too bloody cold outside for an outdoor set). If you have any other suggestions for stuff, please let me know. 93" basement, I'm 6'5", 275lbs.

How about this one? https://www.amazon.com/Barbell-Power-Rack-Exercise-Stand/dp/B00HYQP72O/ref=sxin_8_osp99-04b3bfe1_cov?ascsubtag=04b3bfe1-0003-4d56-8be2-8a34bfb0cc59&creativeASIN=B00HYQP72O&cv_ct_id=amzn1.osp.04b3bfe1-0003-4d56-8be2-8a34bfb0cc59&cv_ct_pg=search&cv_ct_wn=osp-search&keywords=bench+press&linkCode=oas&pd_rd_i=B00HYQP72O&pd_rd_r=fcf65e94-36ed-485c-befe-89cd13e402d0&pd_rd_w=E9yVq&pd_rd_wg=pi3LY&pf_rd_p=53eff971-6e12-4016-9864-b6dfd929b2b3&pf_rd_r=WSJM63WBT7CAT3H5V6FK&qid=1570405257&tag=gearpublish-20 its a little cheaper. How can I do dips though?

woah i never realized i could get a power rack for only 130 bucks on amazon! i might have to actually buy these things instead of a gym membership..

http://www.amazon.com/Barbell-Power-Rack-Exercise-Stand/dp/B00HYQP72O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420073431&sr=8-1&keywords=squat+rack

The doorways at my place are not very sturdy. Also, I'd rather not drill or anything. I've also read scary stories about people getting injured because of the bar falling down mid-exercise.

Amazon USA link: https://www.amazon.com/Barbell-Power-Rack-Exercise-Stand/dp/B00HYQP72O/ref=bdl_pop_ttl_B00HYQP72O

This is what you need Cap Barbell Power Rack Exercise Stand along with these Rep Wood Gymnastic Rings with Numbered Straps. Then checkout www.bodybyrings.com. Links below. Total cost is around $200.00.


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LMMF7R6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fYK7BbH2CH4HR

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HYQP72O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_hXK7Bb6G2M25Z

Ah, yeah. I should have specified. The squat rack I have includes a pull up bar.

This one - https://www.amazon.com/Barbell-Power-Rack-Exercise-Stand/dp/B00HYQP72O

I bought a folding pull up bar from Amazon, which works well enough as long as it is placed on a non-slip surface.

http://www.amazon.com/All---one-Stand-Alone-Pull/dp/B001KUURTS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1457987164&sr=8-1&keywords=pull+up+bar+folding

It might look flimsy but it is made of lightweight and extremely strong aluminum.

I switched to this unit because it could accommodate bench and squat presses:

http://www.amazon.com/Barbell-Power-Rack-Exercise-Stand/dp/B00HYQP72O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1457987226&sr=8-1&keywords=cap+exercise+stand

It is not portable, of course, but I have a permanent gym downstairs and it saves on space.

I'm 265 and had similar issue with needing something free standing that wasn't very expensive. Bought this: Cap Barbell Power Rack Exercise Stand https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HYQP72O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Xf3RBbC4DAKKV it's extremely well built and sturdy.

• Adjustable Bench ($129.45)
  
  
• Squat Rack ($119.07)
  
  
• Barbell + Clamps ($67.89)
  
  
• Treadmill ($379.99)
  
  
• Dumbbell Set ($119.97)
  
  
• Plates Set ($369)
  
  
• Another set for a really good deal ($49.99)
  
  Total cost of all that is 1235.36 dollars. Then you save up for..
  
  
• This bad boy with all the parts ($1280.10)
  
  And you're all done. :-) That is all you need for the gym. You cover everything there. Start from there and keep working forward. You can toss in a yoga mat or two. It shouldn't be too hard to get + his clients would most likely love to workout in a private space where they pay less & get a free training session or two.

I personally use a Cap Barbell Rack and have had very good results with it thus far.

Unfortunately, I can't dead hang with straight legs, but at 6'2" almost nothing I could buy would give me that ability.

Progress would stall pretty quickly with goblet squats. I'm just trying to think of what I'd be ok with my wife using. I think the stands in your OP could be trusted if she were to do front squats. They just don't look that stable and it would be awkward trying to re-rack the bar after back squats, but controlling the bar in front of you would be much less cumbersome.

I would still go with something like this as a minimal rack but if you don't have the space you don't have the space. Now you know why I kicked my cars out of the garage.

I've been considering this. Reviewers have said that it works for ring excercises as long as there isn't too much kipping.

Haven't actually bought it yet but it's a somewhat cheaper option to consider.

If I'm just looking for a basic rack so that I can stop using a door-frame pull-up bar would this be ok?

https://www.amazon.com/Barbell-Power-Rack-Exercise-Stand/dp/B00HYQP72O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1465851325&sr=8-1&keywords=cap+power+rack

the reviews seem fine, and I'm not really 100% whether or not I should spend a lot more for a rogue fitness stand when those go for 400 dollars.

On Amazon. After tax, it cost me $99 to have this thing shipped right to my door.

http://www.amazon.com/Barbell-Power-Rack-Exercise-Stand/dp/B00HYQP72O?ie=UTF8&keywords=cap%20power%20rack&qid=1465311729&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1


And, I'm not gonna lie. It's not the sturdiest rack in the world. I can easily make it sway side to side (albeit not much; it still feels decently solid enough). And I can do chinups and pull ups, but I wouldn't be trying to fucking swing from the pull up bar. But...for $94, you're not going to beat it! I've racked up to 250 lb on it, and it seems to have been fine. It's rated at a 300lb max, and I'm sure if I actually get to the point where I can consistently bench/squat that much damn weight, I'll actually invest in something more robust. For my current fat out of shape ass, I'm benching 110 5x5, so I have nothing to worry about for a little while.

Also, for what it's worth, it has holes that allow you to bolt it down to a platform if you wanted to.

I'm happy with the purchase, for $94!

I got one on Amazon. Here is the link.

CAP Barbell Power Rack Exercise Stand, Multiple Colors https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HYQP72O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Lu8jDbET1D95X

If you go back in my profile a bit you can check out my modifications to it. I was very happy for putting it together for about $130.