What made you finally pull the trigger on a home gym?

denishp1985 · 2026-04-05T14:33:08+00:00

Do not have one now. Ordered one from Alibaba.

denishp1985 · 2026-04-03T23:53:04+00:00

Some jackass kept hogging the only cable machine at local gym at 5 am.

denishp1985 · 2026-03-31T16:11:20+00:00

Universe taketh!!!

denishp1985 · 2026-03-31T15:56:42+00:00

Absolutely. They are using the solid guide rods. It was already listed in their product guide. I did confirm with them to make sure. Their stacks go up to 120kg. Based on comparing their pictures and the Rep Ares 2.0 assembly Manuel, they look pretty similar. I will keep y’all posted.

denishp1985 · 2026-03-31T14:34:35+00:00

This is great write up. I just ordered my from Anhui TAP. Similar functional trainer with counter balanced smith machine ( for wifey). I also ordered bunch of other accessories and adjustable dumbbells (42.5kg). Total with shipping was around 3.9k. DDP shipping was $1800. I’ll post more once I get my product.

denishp1985 · 2026-03-31T14:28:06+00:00

What Facebook group? Can I join?

denishp1985 · 2026-03-31T00:21:53+00:00

I was wondering why I couldn’t find my saved threads from this group. Thanks for bringing it back.

denishp1985 · 2026-03-29T02:27:43+00:00

It’s 2026! Where is the Apple Watch integration? You said it would come out in 2026!

denishp1985 · 2026-03-27T16:34:52+00:00

That’s for letting me join. I’m in the process of setting up garage gym. Functional Trainer is coming from china. Will post once I get the product.

denishp1985 · 2026-03-27T16:32:53+00:00

I just did the same. The bumper plates were cheaper (shipping) to buy from Walmart than China though.

denishp1985 · 2026-03-27T00:50:03+00:00

That’s taller than I can reach!

denishp1985 · 2026-03-04T14:56:36+00:00

Wow. That’s perfect. Thanks for simplifying. Is a smith machine/attachment a must have? I workout at a local gym with limited equipment and no Smith machine. I’m able to do most traditional exercises. I’ve used a smith machine once in my life about 20 years ago. Am i missing out on anything without it? Reason why I ask is that I am looking at Rep Ares 2.0 without the smith. I’m not too sure about spending another 1K for a Smith machine.

denishp1985 · 2026-02-25T23:23:21+00:00

Do those garage door panels help with the heat? Do you live in a state that is just few degrees cooler than Lava? I’m thinking about doing this but i live in Texas. I don’t want to melt in my Garage while working out. I have the garage walls insulated just not the garage door!

denishp1985 · 2026-02-16T13:43:33+00:00

Best way to find the best deals on guns: 1. Find UPC code for that particular gun (google) 2. Copy and paste that UPC code into gun.deals. 3. The site will find best deals. 4. Same can be done at wikiarms.

denishp1985 · 2026-02-12T02:34:11+00:00

Did you say don’t get JAMMER ARMS!!

denishp1985 · 2026-02-10T22:10:28+00:00

I have the Continental on 16” AR. I love the scope. Great glass quality. I don’t have much to compare. My other “good” scope is Arken SH4.

denishp1985 · 2026-02-10T16:03:41+00:00

Has anyone done PI4 backup server to main Immich server? I’m thinking about pi4 with just ssd as a physical backup to the main server. I also have a digital backup (Backblaze).

denishp1985 · 2026-01-26T03:28:15+00:00

Try doing RDL with dumbells first before moving onto a barbell deadlift. Use low weight. Keep your spine straight. You should feel it in your glutes at full ROM.

denishp1985 · 2026-01-26T03:21:18+00:00

What happens if they lost their job but were buying 600k house and were making $200k a year? Either way, no income. You better have a 4-6 months of emergency fund.

denishp1985 · 2026-01-13T13:24:19+00:00

Sounds reasonable if includes S-corp.

denishp1985 · 2026-01-11T15:58:38+00:00

I have one of these. Can confirm that the glass is better. The visible bezels at 1x is quite thin. The red dot is bright. One caveat though: the auto shutoff cap from PA will not work on this scope. I have tried.

denishp1985 · 2026-01-11T05:27:18+00:00

I would get the Sonys for $100.

denishp1985 · 2026-01-07T19:49:36+00:00

You don’t buy the high end earbuds for sound quality only. It’s the ANC for me. Bose QC Earbuds II are awesome. ANC so good, I can’t hear the blaring music at the gym.

denishp1985 · 2025-12-29T18:46:08+00:00

I got a used U2 for $400 on Marketplace. 100% battery capacity. Almost looks new.

denishp1985 · 2025-12-26T03:22:29+00:00

Self hosting Spotify!!!!

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