Ok folks, I am looking into buying an additional power rack. I would like some recommendations. My basic requirements are:

- must be possible to deliver to Canada from Canadian distributor (to avoid duty charges) -- many US companies allow this option
- footprint shouldn't exceed 8x8
- should be professional/commercial grade, or at least able to take stress from repeated heavy lifting
- bench press + squat + chin bar
- reasonable price

Rack/unicorns for weights on apparatus desirable.

Get an Atlas Power rack. Can still find them on amazon cheap i think

Great quality which people love. Built to last. around $200+ and $50-100 shipping.

Not sure about rogue and canada but they have some sweet racks

I'll look at them just because that's an insane price point. I'm familiar with the brand but I haven't looked at their stuff from the purchasing point-of-view yet.



I was originally trying to avoid them because I'm not into Cross-fit but I have been mirin' some of their stuff. They do have Canadian distribution and I have already checked some of their stuff out from the purchasing point-of-view.

Rogue: Quality and precise work. Will last a long time!
http://www.roguecanada.ca/strength-equipment/power-racks

Gorilla: Cheaper but less choice. Quality is good. There is a storage option but you'll have to contact them (I've seen it live)
http://www.gorilafitness.ca/racks-rigs/power-racks-yokes/the-cage-power-rack

Rogue has been leading in my mind for a while. They even adjust your price as you build more stuff into your custom purchase. I'm fairly sure I'll go with the Froning rack due to its sex appeal.

I have Gorilla on my mind, too. The real problem has to do with choice. And Rogue seems really decent even if it is a slave to Crossfit. Gorilla has gone that way as well.


This post was edited by RewtheBrave on Oct 31 2016 05:03pm

Rew, what city are you in?

Also, if rogue my vote would be the half rack with conversion kit/weight pipes and spotter arms

Having a fully enclosed cage in my basement - Taking the bar in and out of the cage is actually super annoying at home when doing deadlifts or shoulder press or anything.

A half rack would eliminate the annoyance.

Obviously a 70 or 90" rack would likely be mandatory. The 108 isn't going to fit in most houses

This post was edited by rlebar on Oct 31 2016 05:15pm

I did notice the rack conversion kit and it's my other leading choice, but I already have a half rack for squat + bp which is why I'm fine with a closed rack. Any serious clients/lifters will appreciate it. 108 would be fine in my place, just because we're renovating a garage. Ceiling is not low

The conversion kit would save some money, though. That's why it's still in the conversation. I need to check its options. So many freaking options with Rogue.

This post was edited by RewtheBrave on Oct 31 2016 05:38pm

In Australia at least, Rogue have a huuuge markup. They are by far the sexiest but by far the most expensive

Id consider checking out elitefts https://www.elitefts.com/shop/strength-equipment/power-racks.html

Not sure how the shipping is to Canada (from USA)

I'm pretty sure rogue has a canadian warehouse in southern ontario so shipping is free in ontario for some things

That's why I asked Rew what city he lives in because I know of a few good stores in a couple places across the country that would be worth at least walking in to if he was in or near one of those locations.