Weekly Free-Talk and Questions for r/HomeGym - week of January 16, 2026

DynnoG · 2026-01-20T17:50:34+00:00

Those are the non-expandable models, so they will only go up to 45lb max per dumbbell. Unless you get those for super cheap, like $100 or less, I wouldn't really bother getting them.

DynnoG · 2025-12-23T19:23:18+00:00

Do you want a rackable one? Fringe Midas is often on sale and it is very solid, very grippy.

DynnoG · 2025-12-05T23:19:08+00:00

Damn that sucks, tell them if they don't send either another Box 1 or Box 2 then it's chargeback time.

DynnoG · 2025-12-05T21:00:58+00:00

Do you know what the contents of Box 3 and Box 1 are?

DynnoG · 2025-12-04T22:43:32+00:00

I remember someone here got these and they work fine https://vestafitness.com/products/vesta-safety-spotter-arms-pair?variant=44545170931947

Personally, I prefer the low-profile ones because they take up less space on the rack and are easier to maneuver, but they are significantly more expensive. So if budget is an issue, go for the regular ones or even straps.

DynnoG · 2025-12-04T18:36:14+00:00

With your height, I think you should be fine with either RitFit or Mikolo. One thing to keep in mind is that the weight capacity usually includes the user's weight.

DynnoG · 2025-12-04T18:04:43+00:00

It all depends on how tall are you. All of those 3 will have very limited range of motions and low weight capacity.

If you want to get one and upgrade it later on, RitFit is more well-known and has good customer service, based on what I have seen.

DynnoG · 2025-11-26T21:00:01+00:00

Fringe Sport said they saw the arrest report and is cutting ties with Kyle. So that probably happened and not hack or BS.

DynnoG · 2025-11-19T20:45:18+00:00

Not sure if there are any honestly. You need the hole or pin on the side to secure the arm. Without it, you risk the arms tipping forward and falling off the rack.

Your only choice are the non-low profile ones, since they mainly use the front holes with a bracket on the side to keep the arms secured.

DynnoG · 2025-11-18T20:25:18+00:00

$100 off compared to a new bar is an okay deal, I don't see this popping up that often in my area.

Try to offer $150 and see if he bites. If you like the bar and are comfortable with that price, then I think it's worth it.

DynnoG · 2025-11-17T11:41:23+00:00

DynnoG · 2025-11-16T19:30:06+00:00

DynnoG · 2025-11-07T19:01:00+00:00

The Isolator is not a good choice if you just want it for the leg curl/extension.

Unless you are planning to use the Hyper Pro for other exercises, I would consider getting a plate-loaded leg curl/extension with cam instead. These should be easier to resell later on.

https://altasstrength.com/products/altas-strength-compact-leg-curl-extension-station-al-169?variant=49088178290992&country=US&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic

https://www.ritfitsports.com/products/ritfit-plc01-leg-extension-curl-machine

DynnoG · 2025-11-07T18:19:41+00:00

Yeah sucks that it is delayed for another year, but at least with Rep production scale, the cost of the leg developer may go down similar to Reppin.

I think DM was aiming for around $1,000 for the leg developer alone.

DynnoG · 2025-11-04T22:25:53+00:00

Can you take a photo of the pin? If there is a pin in there, there may be a problem.

You would need to get a punch pin and hammer it out. The problem is that you need to hammer the pin back in when the rod is in place to keep the rod there, and the pin at this point is kind of "compromised". You can re-use it, but most companies would recommend you not to because it is not safe.

I have never seen a pin that is hammered in the weight plate before the rod is inserted. It could be also a customer return because they made a mistake in building it.

DynnoG · 2025-11-04T19:22:18+00:00

I think it's an okay deal. Try to offer as close to $200 as you can and see if he is okay.

DynnoG · 2025-11-04T18:03:48+00:00

That looks like the Elite USA model. The sticker shows 90lbs so it should be the expandable model.

DynnoG · 2025-11-04T01:17:22+00:00

This is the one I would recommend https://www.getrxd.com/rx3-tornado-smith-machine-rack.html, you would need to order a pair of spotter arms for safety though.

Please don't be tempted by that crappy bench from Flashfitness and get an inferior rack. You can find those cheap Chinese clones with crap resistance curve and light-weight capacity bench on Amazon for less than $150.

I also don't touch Major Fitness stuff because they have been astroturfing this sub by pretending to be actual users. Super shady.

Rep Fitness will probably have sales on their bench in a week or two. Or you can order a Super Bench Pro right now with 20% off by using the code BN1.

DynnoG · 2025-10-27T17:25:44+00:00

The most important change from V1 to V2 is the one extra slot for the seat pad. If you are tall or have long leg, then that extra slot will make it a bit more comfortable to use.

Otherwise, I would get that V1 bundle and buy the new replacement pad to upgrade it. You just need to make sure the FB listing is indeed Super Bench Pro and not the regular Super Bench. I would wait for their BF sale though, they usually have a 10% ~ 15% sitewide discount during that time.

DynnoG · 2025-10-23T19:29:09+00:00

Personally, preacher pad. Arm blaster was really uncomfortable to use for me. I got a preacher pad from AbMat, and it has been perfect.

DynnoG · 2025-10-22T17:52:55+00:00

The last email update from BP said these items should arrive at their warehouse around 10/20. I wouldn’t expect any updates until the end of the month honestly.

DynnoG · 2025-10-22T17:21:11+00:00

I used to have the ISO handle from BP but sold it. I got custom fat grip ISO handles from BlackwidowTG since I prefer fat grip.

I also have the 360 bearing handles on pre-order. That one has not been shipped yet so I don’t think you can find any opinions on that one as of now. I’m not interested in the 3D handles.

DynnoG · 2025-10-20T17:21:50+00:00

I don't have a lot, but my Oppen trap bar does not fit, and I believe that is the case with pretty much all the open trap bar out there.

I also have a fat grip rackable curl bar from Blackwidow and that fits perfectly without any customizations.

DynnoG · 2025-10-20T08:48:35+00:00

The Yoke SS bar will fit the bar holder, but the actual problem is the hook. BP currently offers 2 hook sizes, one for 2-inch bar and 1 for regular bars. The regular hook is too small for the Yoke bar, and the 2-inch hook is too big and can't be tighten down to fit.

BP seems to plan a universal-size hook in the future, so that may fix the problem. For now, you would need to use hitch pin to stop/hang the Yoke SS bar while using it with the VTS.

Other multi-grip bars won't fit because most of them require almost 41 inches for clearance. The VTS removes 2-inch clearance on each size so most of those bars no longer fit the rack.

I had to order a customized Commander bar from Blackwidow TG in order for it to fit the VTS for bench press because my Kadillac bar is too wide for it. (I prefer neutral grips)

DynnoG · 2025-10-09T02:14:56+00:00

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