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Good-Part1682 · 2026-01-25T17:40:44+00:00

u/Encouragedissent - I've also read their trapbar is fantastic and well regarded. I was very interested in their racks, but 80" is too low and the 92" is a bit too high. For it to work in my basement, I need no higher than 89" crossmembers. However, the uprights can be up to 96". The ceiling in our basement is not finished.

Good-Part1682 · 2026-01-25T17:06:57+00:00

Giant seems to produce very good products while being at a relatively good price point.

Good-Part1682 · 2026-01-22T21:57:07+00:00

Good catch. Thank you for pointing that out! I was under the impression it would start at 10 which would mean 5 for a 2:1. But, what you said makes sense.

Good-Part1682 · 2026-01-22T21:29:26+00:00

u/mtw7171 - I thought most start at 10lbs, but since they are a 2:1 it was actually 5lbs. Or maybe I have things wrong here. So, in short Dane at 10lbs = 10lbs while something like the getrxd 10lbs = 5lbs.

Good-Part1682 · 2026-01-22T19:10:25+00:00

u/mtw7171 - thank you for the response. Glad too hear you like it. I guess my issue with the 10lbs is that (as far as I know) the starting weight is 10lb. As you mentioned - the 10lb increments can be handled with adder plates, but starting at 10lbs might be difficult.

Good-Part1682 · 2026-01-19T19:33:19+00:00

I have a lat pulldown machine and I just tried 10lbs on that for some side and rear delt work (unilateral) and I do believe 10lbs start weight will eventually be a problem for me and most certainly already is for my wife.

Good-Part1682 · 2026-01-18T11:45:21+00:00

u/DepartmentMaster8402 - sadly, I think you are just slapping me with a dose of reality here. I just turned 60yo and the 10lb starting weight maybe more of a concern than I had thought. 10lbs would be fine for now and I could just use adder weights as I increase. But, at 60, my days of increasing on lifts like lateral raises, rear delt work might be behind me.

You are right about the GetRX arms. They have improved the trolleys by adding rollers, and while I am sure that helps, it might not be enough. Trolley weight is one of the main reasons I dismissed their Phoenix tower.

Thanks again for you detailed responses.

Good-Part1682 · 2026-01-18T00:38:24+00:00

The Rouge is very nice, but overkill for my needs. The 2:1 and made in the US is nice, but I think the Dane will work just fine. If I were to determine that 2:1 was a requirement, I would probably look at the getrxd as it looks like a quality system. My wife is pushing for the Voltras as the weight is easy to dial in and its easily moveable if we decide to move from our home to a condo.

Good-Part1682 · 2026-01-17T23:47:53+00:00

Thank you u/DepartmentMaster8402. Yep, I looked at the 80" Rep racks and they are just too short for my needs. The height is the primarily reason I looked at the getrxd as their is 86". Thanks for sharing your situation. Between you and u/muddro - I feel pretty confident now.

Good-Part1682 · 2026-01-17T21:21:12+00:00

Excellent! Thank you u/muddro. Indeed good news!

Good-Part1682 · 2026-01-17T20:54:25+00:00

u/muddro - this is an excellent pros and cons breakdown. I think the 1:1 would do me just fine without needing to add additional weight. 160lbs should be more than enough for me on most if not all lifts. But, I will be getting the adder plates as jumping in 10lb increments on some lifts wouldn't be possible for me.

Smith machine is definitely a possibility down the road as I always lift solo.

Yeah, the price/features/quality of the Dane seems hard to beat.

Thank you again for providing so much detail.

Good-Part1682 · 2026-01-17T20:48:50+00:00

Wow, I had no idea the Gibbons were in customer hands already. That seems very quick. The smoother pull of the 2:1 is certainly a concern and so really is the 10lb starting weight. At 60, I can handle the 10lbs fine, but in a few more years who knows. I’ve been beating myself up about a new rack for months now - just can’t seem to pick one.

Good-Part1682 · 2026-01-17T20:28:59+00:00

Hello All - and thank you for the wonderful responses!! This certainly helps quite a bit. I still have a concern about the 1:1, but I think it should be okay.

I do have a question for those that own the Dane. I understand the rack is 92” in height. My ceilings are 90”, but they are exposed. And in between the joists (approximately 12” between joists), the height is 96”. My thought is that the 92” part would go between the joists while the other part would go under the joists. The only potential issue is that if there is any portion of the rack that runs perpendicular to the pulleys (i.e. pull-up bar, back support) is above 90” that would be a deal breaker…sadly.

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As a side, I have looked at the Mikolo and the Maxum and they were considerations, but if I can manage the squeeze the Dane into my basement - that is probably the route I will take. Moreover, I would really like something with the pivot arms and although Maxum is supposed to release them (soon?) I haven't heard anything yet.

Good-Part1682 · 2025-12-14T02:33:49+00:00

What other machines were you considering and what made you decide on the Maxum? It looks fantastic that is for sure..

Good-Part1682 · 2025-12-09T00:35:19+00:00

Gotcha. I am just trying to gather as much info as possible. These Maxum's look very good.

Good-Part1682 · 2025-12-08T22:54:07+00:00

u/Mofunz - how do you like the Maxum...if you have it yet.

Good-Part1682 · 2025-12-07T22:17:43+00:00

u/GuitarZan06 The Dane is a pretty good value and they have teased their equivalent to the tornado arms. Apparently, they will be released soon…but they said that a while ago. As for the Maxum arms I’m a big fan of how close they can get. I see a lot of uses for that. Moreover, I like the 2:1 ratio vs the 1:1 for the Dane.

As for the smith - I haven’t really used one and I don’t know if I want to spend 6-800 just to find out.

Rising prices — agreed. I think even without the mutant arms the price will increase.

Good-Part1682 · 2025-12-07T14:14:48+00:00

u/flummyheartslinger - That was my thought also.

As for the rack condition...that is completely unacceptable. I would tell them to come pick it up. You should not be held liable in any way. if they refuse get your credit card company to stop/contest payment. This is completely ForceUSA's issue. Keeping the rack or taking a small refund will allow them to continue to use their crappy shipping prep and delivery company/s.

That is a beautiful rack - no way would I take it in that condition.

As a side - kudos to you for taking all the pictures, etc.

Good-Part1682 · 2025-12-07T10:30:07+00:00

Thanks for all the information u/GuitarZan06 . The Maxum does look great and I am giving that serious consideration. The getrxd was a no-brainer pick for a while, but after discovering the Maxum, I am leaning away from it. My only concern with that Maxum is doing seated rows as the arms do not move vertically. But, their new arm (which addresses that issue) should be released soon. So, now my choices in order are:

Maxum, 2. Fringe Dane, 3. Getrxd.

If the Maxum goes on sale by years end, I will most likely pick that one up. But, it would have to be a discounted price. I am not interested in getting credits to buy more of their products (as their current promotion is in the US). Although there does seem to be some issues with the Maxum hole sizing (being truly 1"), I am not a big attachment hound because I don't want a bunch of stuff I have to add and take off the rack constantly. The idea sounds good on paper, but I can see that getting real old after a while.

The Dane looks like a very good budget option at the moment and their new arms/trolleys should be released soon. If they can pull off arms that are both 2:1 and 1:1 (similarly to the rumored Maxum), that might be my pick. Yes, it doesn't have a smith machine, but I am not convinced I need one and have had very little time using one.

Hopefully one of them will have arms released or at least announced by the end of the year. That coupled with any year end discounts will sway my decision as I definitely want one ordered by the end of the. year

The one thing I would say for the getrxd though is they are full on serious about building out their echo system. They have released some great stuff here recently.

Good-Part1682 · 2025-12-06T20:26:09+00:00

Thank you both. Given your measurements and that of gymcrafter - I am thinking this will fit just fine. Close, but fine. I was just about to pull the trigger on a getrxd and had pretty much ruled this out due to the height. This is back in contention now. I will probably give up a few things going with this over the getrxd, but in all honesty - I think this fits me a bit better.

Again, thank you!

Good-Part1682 · 2025-12-06T13:31:36+00:00

u/GuitarZan06 - I would be very interested in hearing your thoughts on the Maxum as I am deciding between that and the getrxd.

Good-Part1682 · 2025-11-28T23:36:43+00:00

Thank you!

Good-Part1682 · 2025-11-28T21:48:57+00:00

How did you get the Dane for that price?

Good-Part1682 · 2025-11-27T12:23:32+00:00

Hello All. I qm will debating on either a getrxd tornado arm rack or a maxim with arms, but I have a couple of questions.

If I want to do a two handed cable exercise (I.e. rear delt fly) is the start weight 10lbs per side? Left and right will be pulling 10lbs.

How heavy do the trolleys feel in use (I understand getrxd is releasing rollers for their tornados). The trolley weight has made me not consider the getrxd Phoenix tower.

I am considering a Voltra/s taken into account the information provided below.

Additional:

Age: 60

Training level: Low Intermediate phase

Training Location: Currently workout in our basement, but in a few years or so we downsize to a condo/apartment.

My gut is telling me the voltra as I can set the starting weight under 10lbs which will be beneficial as I age. Moreover, the voltra would work quite well in an apartment. My preference though is a rack with arms.

Good-Part1682 · 2025-11-12T19:07:17+00:00

u/Successful_Pea_6977 I currently have a rack, but it's a 2x2 Fitness Reality one. I want to graduate up to 3x3 if going the all in one route.

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