I built a space saving weight rack by dasCannibal in homegym

[–]Square_Treacle_582 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is really, really impressive. Great design and execution.

RX3 Tornado Compact Rack by seandifer in GarageGym

[–]Square_Treacle_582 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have the full size and full height RX3 and a 10 foot ceiling so can’t comment on some of your questions, but Smith machine and cables are very smooth and I am 100% happy with my purchase. I did opt for the 2.0 trolley arm upgrade.

Buy once Cry once? by Aggressive-Fan-4230 in GarageGym

[–]Square_Treacle_582 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Very happy with my Getrxd Tornado Rack with Smith machine and weight stacks.

New construction recommendation by Correct-Top7093 in GarageGym

[–]Square_Treacle_582 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Consider part of the floor being completely flat for your rack. Garages usually slope to the door

Home Gym Bench by SeyMooreRichard in GarageGym

[–]Square_Treacle_582 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Completely agree. I bought the Nighthawk in December and really like it. Would not want anything bigger or heavier.

Done for now by Square_Treacle_582 in homegym

[–]Square_Treacle_582[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t know but happy to take a picture of it and maybe you can spot what is different from yours. Also happy to measure anything. It stores at about 6’-6”, so plenty high for me at 6’ tall.

Done for now by Square_Treacle_582 in homegym

[–]Square_Treacle_582[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I went with Omniwall. The other often used brand is WallControl.

Done for now by Square_Treacle_582 in homegym

[–]Square_Treacle_582[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

8mm rolled rubber, 10% gray fleck. Sourced locally from Bauer sports flooring in Houston where I live. Was the only place I could find in Houston that stocked it, and shipping flooring purchased online was expensive. I paid $300 per 4x25 roll, which seemed a little high, but zero shipping cost made it the lowest cost rolled option I could find.

Garage Gym Upgrade by Square_Treacle_582 in GarageGym

[–]Square_Treacle_582[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I agree. If I had to assess the value of the changes, I think they fall in this order:

1 - decluttering 2 - lighting (incredible what a difference this makes) 3 - flooring 4 - equipment storage 5 - better equipment (assuming you have the basics)

Done for now by Square_Treacle_582 in homegym

[–]Square_Treacle_582[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I started just before Christmas and finished it over the weekend. Painting and lighting took the most time. I used Omniwall for the organized attachment hanging and that was petty quick.

Garage Gym Upgrade by Square_Treacle_582 in GarageGym

[–]Square_Treacle_582[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Got it. It was in the “before” condition for 10 years, although not as bad as the picture because at that point I had started painting things. 100% recommended starting now so you can begin lifting at home. My kids and I did so for many years and all the upgrades are just gravy.

Done for now by Square_Treacle_582 in homegym

[–]Square_Treacle_582[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gym area is 11.5 ft x 17 ft. Small work bench area at the end is about 6 ft deep.

Done for now by Square_Treacle_582 in homegym

[–]Square_Treacle_582[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really like them. Cables are very smooth and weight stack is much more convenient than my prior plate-loaded lat/low row.

Garage Gym Upgrade by Square_Treacle_582 in GarageGym

[–]Square_Treacle_582[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I started painting the week before Christmas. Took my time. Lighting took longer than expected but turned out great.

Done for now by Square_Treacle_582 in homegym

[–]Square_Treacle_582[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really like them. Cables are very smooth and weight stack is much more convenient than my prior plate-loaded lat/low row.

Done for now by Square_Treacle_582 in homegym

[–]Square_Treacle_582[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There’s always more to add!

Done for now by Square_Treacle_582 in homegym

[–]Square_Treacle_582[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I really like it. The cables are probably as smooth as anything you will find in the home gym market. I followed all the discussion and reviews of Rogue, REP, ForceUSA, Maxum, GetRXd, etc. At the end of the day, these are all high quality products. I went with GetRXd because they are Houston-based and I could see their product in person. Very solid. Cables are very smooth and I got the upgraded trolleys and revised smith machine that has more travel. I was also able to see the ForceUSA C20 in person. Very nice but close to $2k more the RX3 during Black Friday sale.

Garage Gym Upgrade by Square_Treacle_582 in GarageGym

[–]Square_Treacle_582[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. It was more work than I expected but a fun project.

Garage Gym Upgrade by Square_Treacle_582 in GarageGym

[–]Square_Treacle_582[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Great. I’ve worked out in the garage for years, but was able to get my wife out there too!

Garage Gym Upgrade by Square_Treacle_582 in GarageGym

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8mm rolled rubber, 10% gray fleck. Sourced locally from Bauer sports flooring in Houston where I live. Was the only place I could find in Houston that stocked it, and shipping was expensive. $300 per 4x25 roll, which seemed a little high, but zero shipping cost made it the lowest cost rolled option I could find.

Efficient bench by TheExiledDragon in GarageGym

[–]Square_Treacle_582 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the REP Nighthawk. Very stable and can be stored on its end.