Ben.R.C's Reviews (25)


(4.33)
6/8/2026
I definitely prefer the round calf blocks compared to square, having now tried both. My only complaint besides price is it’s a bit short, I have to put plates under it to get full range. Maybe I have super flexible ankles? 😂🤷
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(5.00)
6/7/2026
An essential piece of the puzzle in my quest for the perfect in-rack low row/pull down set up. I agree with the other reviews 100% in that it’s nice to have such an innovative piece offered by a mid-tier company at such an affordable price! I used it today for low rows with the Voltra attached and it was quite stable, it doesn’t have a cheap feel, only cheap price! I will also will be using this to mount my Darko Nessie for Voltra belt squats mid rack!
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(4.33)
6/7/2026
I just installed this yesterday, then did a full leg day using smith for squats, RDLs, and front foot elevated split squats. I took a chance on this piece because I hadn’t used a smith for years and wasn’t sure how I’d like it. Well, not only was it an easy, solo install, it is the rack attachment I didn’t know I needed. The extra stability is super useful for dealing with my low back injuries and unilateral movements like lunge variations. I can see why this is the top rated rack attached smith. REP knocked it out of the park with this one! Highly recommend. Edit: I have to knock off a little because the built in spotters do not have enough positions to safely spot Incline bench with the nighthawk bench. This is disappointing. Currently working on a solution and seeing what customer service says about it.
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(5.00)
6/4/2026
Because of chronic lower back issues, I haven’t been able to barbell squat. Belt squats have kept me in the game but I hadn’t found a great home gym set up till I got the TNT Hellbox. I have no complaints, I do wish fringe or someone would make a better kickstand but that’s a different subject. I use axle collars to secure the weight horns. I use the Hellbox every leg day, 2x a week. Even with 2 voltras, I prefer the feel of the TNT Hellbox. I also use it for calves! Thank you Porter for such an excellent upgrade! Worth every penny.
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(4.67)
6/2/2026
I love these low profile wedges for heavy belt squats. Easy to store and move around compared to something like my Prime 1 piece squat wedge. They give me just enough heel elevation to not need to wear my lifting shoes. They also match my wessey calf block!
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(4.33)
5/31/2026
I almost got a getrxd viper, but wound up cancelling the order and getting a Voltra, then a second soon after the first. With my tiny 80 square foot space, I’m super glad I didn’t get physical cable machine and went with digital! So far they have given me exactly what I wanted, a low foot print functional trainer with the only limit being creativity. Am I worried they will break? Yes. Who knows how long they will last. The cable material is definitely showing some wear and electronics break, right? Hopefully, with a little upkeep, they will last me a decade or more. I do plan on getting a plate loaded cable backup at some point like the dialed motion side winder, but just out of paranoia:) I gave it three stars in value because 5000$ for the units, plus another 1000$ on various mounts, make this the most expensive part of my gym. In my case, money was easier to come by than space! I don’t regret this purchase and definitely recommend if you are space constrained. If I had more room, I’d have gone with physical cables first, then maybe added a single Voltra later, just for fun.
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(5.00)
5/31/2026
I’ve had the 6 post version for about a month, still waiting on the smith, which is one of the main reasons I bought it. With my injuries I wanted a smith option to play around with. It’s a tank, finish is great, got most of my plates and barbells stored on it and was able to create some extra needed floor space. I have it set up so that I can free squat inside the rack with custom length Bremmy spotters, or at least that is the plan. The smith will go right behind the front uprights, the front uprights will be used for dual voltras and other attachments. No regrets, I’m super happy with this! I got a red one to match my black and red theme. My ownly minor complaint is REP red isn’t super. I prefer Rogue red but they didn’t have a smith option.
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(3.67)
5/31/2026
I bought this by recommendation when needing a 45 degree hyper. At the time I was looking for a bargain and this fit the bill. Does it get the job done? Yes, I use it twice a week on back days. So I don’t regret the purchase. I’ve not used it for Nordics but I plan to. The issues: Stability, it wobbles no matter how I adjust it. Folding and moving around, it is supposed to stay folded using magnets and let’s just say it needs a stronger latching mechanism for this. I will likely replace it in the next few years, but it’s not a horrible choice if money is an issue. I just wouldn’t use it for heavily loaded back extensions.
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