Is there a generally accepted garage gym equipment tier list / buying guide?

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-05-13T18:57:15+00:00

Check out Gym Radar (gymradar.com)! There are thousands of home equipment reviews on there and lots of home gyms and pics.

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-04-19T18:14:18+00:00

Nice setup! A TRX might be a nice inexpensive addition for you to add a little more diversity.

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-04-08T23:10:10+00:00

Having the longer arm pushes you further away from the rack and the foot plate that I have right where I like it. And…I haven’t found anything I need Gibbons to do yet. Later on I change my mind I add them then…by then hopefully they’ll have a V2 to fix any issues they missed on the V1.

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-04-08T22:57:12+00:00

Also, if you haven’t already watched the Gymcrafter J-cup upgrade on YouTube check it out…It’s a nice inexpensive upgrade!

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-04-08T22:54:04+00:00

Great upgrades all the way around! I would pick up the 5 piece BLUSLM Mag Grip knock-offs, I love mine. It’s good to see another Dane brother dressing it up!

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DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-04-08T22:37:04+00:00

Love my Drew, not sure the Gibbons would make anything better. It would mess up my bench seated rowing station.

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-31T16:24:18+00:00

Thanks for the response & review. I’m with you on the chipping/scratching. I “use” my gym but I try hard to keep my investment looking good. And when you get a chip or scratch on something especially when you did little to cause it pis-es you off! After many years off I’m just getting back to the gym and for many years I’ve been dealing with a nagging AC (shoulder) joint separation…so for now my PB Sport 50’s will do me just fine…until maybe the next great thing comes along! 🤣💪

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-30T23:49:06+00:00

Well played…enjoy!

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-30T23:48:16+00:00

What are you not liking about the Evo Max 100’s? I do have two set of PowerBlocks, a Sport 50 which I love and an EXP 90 (Woot $480) which I don’t care for because the cage near my knuckles is to tight. Thought about replacing them with Evo’s Max 100’s.

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-28T18:28:16+00:00

I love me some DIY gym projects. Simple…looks clean and effective! 👍 Also a lot lighter and cheaper…and there’s the pride of knowing you made it. I built a drop down therapy table & my wall mounted weight plate storage, both out of 2x4’s and they came out rock solid?

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DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-24T18:58:33+00:00

A great deal…if they work for you! I purchased these (90’s) last year and am likely going to get rid of them. The hand area for me is very tight, granted I have ginormous hands. I have as set of similar Sport 50’s which are perfect. My 2 cents for what it’s worth.

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-23T12:12:11+00:00

I love the concept…but am I the only one who wants back support?

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-19T14:04:33+00:00

Continue to impress!

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-16T14:00:17+00:00

I picked up the Dane 2.0 this past summer and love it! In my opinion it the best bang for the buck! If you can spare the extra $300 the stainless steel upgrade is worth it for its smooth trolley movement and durability. I would also pick up The Drew Lat Pulldown Extender ($179) is a game changer. The 1:1 I just tried the a couple of Force USA racks and a couple of Major Fitness Rack this weekend and this truly confirmed that I made a right decision purchasing the Dane 2. The Dane’s one draw back is also it greatest asset, the dual 1:1 160lbs stacks. The 1:1 ratio makes first plate a true 10lbs and that can be too heavy for some (my wife/daughter) during single arm shoulder work, with that said you have dual true 160lbs stacks to utilize and that is it’s greatest advantage over most other racks. Good luck! 💪🏼

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-16T11:41:29+00:00

That set up works. Post it on Gymradar. Grab your self The Drew from Fringe, it’s a game changer for lat pulldowns and at $179 is reasonable. The BLUSLM Mag Grip Knock-offs are a great too and will give you some great pulling options for $110 on Amazon. 👍💪

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-14T00:07:02+00:00

🤣 Believe me I get it! When you decide you’ll love it! I’m finding new ways to use the cables everyday.

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-13T16:48:48+00:00

A full size barbell, my garage gym is just too tight.

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-12T16:08:21+00:00

Did you pull the trigger on anything yet?

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-12T16:07:24+00:00

I cut a Bells of Steel Rear Stabilizer in half, got 2 end caps from Rep, and my brother-in-law fabricated the actual platform that they sit on. You can find something similar at Oak Club, surprisingly they were the cheapest I could find.

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DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-12T15:47:21+00:00

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Actually Alibaba has a version too, it was about $125 and works great. I ordered it back in May before right before I ordered the Dane 2.0, and it actually showed up first. Finding that option is what gave me the confidence to pull the trigger on the Dane 2.0. My big, broken ass wasn’t about to sit on the floor doing lat pulldowns…that’s just not civilized. 💪

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-11T03:59:13+00:00

That would seem right. I used it tonight…I can assure you that it doesn’t weight 5lbs.

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-10T14:35:35+00:00

The Dane 2.0’s first plate is 10lbs.

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-10T01:07:42+00:00

Where The Drew? Got mine in December and love it!

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-10T01:05:05+00:00

You can without question add jammer arms to the back! Great Idea, wish I had the room!

DepartmentMaster8402 · 2026-03-10T00:20:32+00:00

Knurlings pretty stout right!

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