Kevin Rahill's Reviews (59)


(3.33)
1/19/2026
Definitely the cheapest bench I could recommend to almost anyone. I believe the old versions like what I had were rated to 300lb but the new ones claim 700lb total (specified as a 400lb person and 300lb barbell). Not sure what changed and if you’re over 250lb yourself or benching 300+ you’re probably serious and have a dedicated heavy duty bench. This bench is perfect for a second bench to throw around for DB work or other random light weight things. All that said I don’t even use the actual bench anymore. I removed the pad and now use the pad for seal rows, box squats, kneeling or seated cable exercisesz
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(5.00)
1/16/2026
What started as a meme quickly became a staple of grip strength. The Horse Stall Mat Gripper is challenging in all the right ways. You'd never guess, but there are so many ways people have optimized their grip on this implement and part of the fun is finding what works for you!
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(5.00)
1/16/2026
Easily on the Mount Rushmore of drink safety gym equipment. Your results may vary, but I've seen it save a life from a dropped bench press
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(5.00)
1/16/2026
Phenomenal piece of gym equipment. A must have, if you will. Even better if you can get a red one!
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(4.33)
1/16/2026
Great deadlift bar, very comparable to the gold standards of the category. It has sharp knurl, thick collars to push the plates out further, and a nice black oxide finish. It handled an 800lb (tandem) deadlift no problem!
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(4.00)
1/16/2026
Certainly the nicest piece of equipment in my entire gym. Very high quality fit and finish: the bar thuds instead of rattles when dropped. The knurling terminations are very precise and my Home Gym Discord run of knurling is extremely grippy without being too sharp. The stainless finish is flawless. If you want the best of the best, this might be that barbell. But like most high quality items, this is a case of diminishing returns.
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(4.33)
1/16/2026
Very good bar overall. Some weld slag (if that's the right term) on some of the handles but still usable. The bar is also only ~25lbs. I add 10lb plates first and then keep them on for a 45lb base for easier plate math, but it would have been nice if the bar just started at 45lb. It was probably kept light in order to be usable as a cable attachment but I don't see it being used that way very often. I love using it for bench press at multiple angles and especially love it for chest supported rows. The camber makes it great for a deep stretch on the bench and for proper ROM on rows. I see it advertised for curls and tricep movements but I don't think it works well for that due to the camber.
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(4.33)
1/16/2026
Great value bench. Can easily be used as your only bench in the gym though I do supplement mine with a flat bench with a wide pad. It can feel a little wobbly but as soon as you handle some weight in your hands with a barbell or dumbbell it feels more locked down. I wish there was a more comfortable upright seated angle. The steepest is 90° and its almost too upright for barbell work but then the next increment down (75° I believe) feels too much like a high incline. Still a great bench overall.
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