Fortress of solitude's Reviews (40)


(4.00)
3/25/2026
Hudson Steel Lat/Row pulldown is a terrific piece of equipment. It's sleek, simple, smooth, decent built quality, place for bands, and comes with a weight stack and plate loaded combo. The weight stack is 210lbs. I spoke with the staff at Hudson Steel and I was told the equipment can hold over 500lbs total. Though, I wasn't provided an exact weight capacity. Nevertheless, I choose this Lat/Row pulldown initially out of convenience as they deliver and build for you. Also, there weren't many options at the time that would fit in my basement (90'') as this equipment's height is 79''. I'm lucky it fits, though I would prefer it to be slightly taller. Again, there weren't many options a the time. A few other details I feel would improve this piece of equipment, such as, an adjustable seat. Also, the bar itself tends to rotate off center a few degrees with the carabiner it came with. I remedy this by removing the carabiner and replaced it with a jaw-jaw swivel anchor I got on amazon - it's perfect now. It's a great piece of equipment, it's durable, no wobble, gets the job done. I highly recommend it. Nowadays, there are so many more options, one being a Voltra. I feel Voltra(s) could replace my machine.
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(5.00)
3/25/2026
An excellent piece of equipment coming in at 35lbs. What's so great about this bar is the numerous handle widths, the exaggerated handle angles, the strong knurling, the rotating sleeves, and it's rackable. Also, the price is more reasonable compared to it's competitors that lack these details. Yup, strongly recommend this bar if looking for a curl bar.
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(5.00)
3/25/2026
Heavy bar weighing in at 92.4lbs with the rotating handles. It's a versatile bar. Though, I use it mainly for shrugs, lounges, deadlifts, and farmer's carry. I don't use it for squats nor do pressing exercises. Though, apparently you can. It's not a replacement for the straight bar, just an adjunct - not better or worse, just different. I absolutely recommend it.
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(4.67)
3/25/2026
Simple, fairly small foot print, light weight, easy to store up right. Straight forward, well known rower that's been out for decade(s). Great piece of equipment.
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(4.67)
3/24/2026
The Rogue Donkey is built like a tank. It does not move when performing the various exercises this piece of equipment offers. The padding is superb. The design for the removable center pad is well thought out. I feel would improve this piece of equipment would be to add handles to help get up after performing back extensions. For example, I spot my wife when she goes to failure on back extensions to get back up. I use a broom stick in this situation. It would be nice to simply add handles. Overall, great adjunct to the home gym. Wife loves it.
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(5.00)
3/24/2026
This bench is very heavy duty. This bench is built so well, it will last generations. It'll be a family heirloom. Despite it's weight, it has great maneuverability. Someone else mentioned it's there forever bench, I totally agree.
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(4.67)
3/24/2026
Solid, heavy duty, all around great bench to own. However, not a fan of the space or "gap" between the seat and back rest. Just a preference, not a deal breaker. I favor the Rogue Manta Ray bench among the two.
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(5.00)
3/24/2026
Great sturdy rack. Absolutely no complaints. However, if I'd do it all over again, I would choose a 6th post rack (e.g. RM6 monster). It's simple gym math of adding to the ever growing home gym. A six post rack has the ability to add more attachments, and extra storage of various types. In my case, I'd like to get a drop in Rhino and VTS by bullet proof.
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