Rep Fitness PR-4000 Power Rack Review

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4 жыл бұрын

Rep Fitness PR-4000 Power Rack Review. I think the Rep Fitness PR-4000 is the best power rack for a home gym. In this review I will discuss the rack and accessories in detail. I think power rack is an essential item for a home gym. If you are looking for the best squat rack for a garage gym, this is the one to buy. Starting at under $700 for the base rack, it is an excellent value. I paid just over $1,100 for mine including accessories, upgrades and shipping. I looked at a lot of different squat racks for my home gym before settling on the PR-4000. I ultimately narrowed it down between the PR-4000 vs PR-5000. I made the decision to go with the PR-4000 because they were both 3x3 tubing with 11 gauge steel. Both racks are rated for 1000 pounds. The PR-4000 was less expensive and all the accessories are less expensive. The PR-4000 is a customizable power rack and has tons of accessories available. I opted to get the flat sandwich j-cups, strap safeties, dip attachment, landmine attachment and multi grip pull up bar with my PR-4000.
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@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Check out my review of the Rep Fitness FB-5000 Comp Flat Bench here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q92Ra8am09ipmpc.html

@wilkesocciano9243 3 жыл бұрын

Very thorough review!!!💪 Keep it up.

@sqd8r 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. Thank you.

@JoshuaLTRyan 2 жыл бұрын

Good comprehensive review, thanks.

@darkknightsteve1811 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. Love the flooring. Stay safe brother.

@rayblackburn7190 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, thank you, thank you lol. I’ve really been holding out for a 5000 but they never have everything in stock for it. Just started thinking on the 4000. This is an excellent review thanks for putting this much effort into itz

@erik683 2 жыл бұрын

Great review, thanks for the info!

@dadliftbarbell 3 жыл бұрын

Great review looking to get the rack, thanks brotha 🤙🏽

@BusinessAndFitness 3 жыл бұрын

Love it man

@toyota1335 3 жыл бұрын

Great job on the review! This is exactly what consumers need to see and hear when making a purchase like this. I've had mine for a couple of months now and it has been an amazing piece of equipment

@liftthebarbell2434 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I love mine too!

@Flexapr 3 жыл бұрын

You just sold me on the REP PR-4000, and I was ready to buy a Rogue RML-390C in burnt Orange 🍊. I will wait until REP’s raw clear coat is again available, a few months they said. GREAT REVIEW. 5 Stars 🌟!! Thanks 🙏🏻.

@brent6342 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice review! Stay safe brotha

@charlieharris9370 3 жыл бұрын

Good job on the review!

@shaununderwood9040 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great info!

@sammy1995 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. Amazing how you can hold the video camera with one arm not tiring out for 30 minutes.

@liftthebarbell2434 3 жыл бұрын

I know, right? lol Thanks

@victorrasilla 3 жыл бұрын

I am very happy with this content

@TonySongDMD 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a great review drill sgt! Hooah!

@liftthebarbell2434 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you liked it.

@davidwhipple3356 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you!

@lazarotobias952 4 жыл бұрын

Great review! Just ordered mine in red and black!

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Nice. That’ll be a nice color combination!

@fredprophete8882 4 жыл бұрын

Great Review! Glad you covered the shakey-ness and the holes in the dip horn. thought it was just me. I ordered at the same time you did and received my clear coat pr4k on June 9th. Love having a home gym! Keep em coming.

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I kind of wish I had gotten the clear coat myself. It looks so sweet!

@docrofo2573 2 жыл бұрын

I have been following you on the 731 side of the house for a little over a year now. I had no idea that you were doing this. I started looking for a home gym set up and there’s Matt lol. Good review though man. You sold me on the PR-4000 over the 5000

@maxin3231 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review

@jaredbowling4872 3 жыл бұрын

Been watching you on your woodworking page an accidentally stumbled on this page of yours! Love it. Anymore equipment videos you’re planning?

@liftthebarbell2434 2 жыл бұрын

Might have some soon..

@hwang1607 4 жыл бұрын

Great review

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@xdpbx 4 жыл бұрын

Really comprehensive review, you did a great job! Can’t wait for mine to come in!

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@thatkidjoaq 3 жыл бұрын

How long did it take from ordering to your house? Looking for a rack either from rep or rouge

@cheesey712 2 жыл бұрын

This was a Great explanation. I do not have much space and this is perfect! Rep should give you some free stuff!!!

@gustavoorduno942 3 жыл бұрын

One of the best reviews ever !

@liftthebarbell2434 3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow. Thanks for the compliment. I appreciate it.

@adamgorman688 3 жыл бұрын

Very thorough - thanks.

@liftthebarbell2434 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@cpalmer41 4 жыл бұрын

Finally got to order a PR 4000 today after a month of trying to get one! Im pumped to be able to lift at home and not have that 20 minute commute to the gym. Good review, subscribed.

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! You are going to LOVE this rack!

@bowtieboy805 3 жыл бұрын

This is an awesome rack! Freakin love it man! Great job. Thanks for the review. Thinking of purchasing almost everything you got. 👍🏻

@azuwhr 3 жыл бұрын

The blue looks amazing

@liftthebarbell2434 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I love it

@JoelP1961 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting! I have this rack and love it! I ordered it with sandwich j cups and flip down safeties, I wish I had gotten the strap safeties. Plenty of accessories to add on!

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah! I can't wait for them to release the ISO arms!

@JoelP1961 4 жыл бұрын

Keep posting I love watching this stuff! Lol I just ordered 4 pairs of their urethane equalizer plates.

@richardmaier8864 3 жыл бұрын

Great review. Good information. I’m looking to set up a garage gym and this helps me in my research for a good value rack. Thanks

@ramensun9748 4 жыл бұрын

nice review

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@All_you_need_is_love2018 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the review. I'm in the process of putting together my home gym and I'm looking into buying PR-4000. This video was very helpful.

@thatsasakilife3415 Жыл бұрын

Man one of the best reviews I have seen on this rack on KZfaq! Answered almost every question I had on this equipment. Quick question though have you gotten the Ares upgrade to it yet? And if so how is that working out for you? Thanks again for your review

@liftthebarbell2434 Жыл бұрын

I didn't get the Ares. Just the cable attachment.

@DanesinTexas 4 жыл бұрын

Nice review man👊 rack looks solid. I’m hoping to get a rack in the near future, since I sold most of my stuff during Covid-break from work. Stay safe👍

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Migsmurder 4 жыл бұрын

I can hear the rooster in the background 👍, great review.

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Lol my neighbor has a rooster lol.

@carrizzle9586 Жыл бұрын

Great Review and THANK YOU!!! @15:00 I have been looking everywhere for the actual dimensions of this rack. It is listed as 50.8" width O.D on the site but the Multi grip bar is listed as being 41", something didn't add up.

@troylindsey1444 Жыл бұрын

Excellent review sir! Im a retired LEO and have been active in functional fitness and coaching for over 10 years. I have a gym in my garage and recently, I decided to get back into woodworking. I've been figuring out how to reorganize my limited space to accommodate both activities and I came across your woodworking channel and I've been following and learning from you there. Then I started looking at rack options and, BOOM, there you are again! Thanks for sharing all the knowledge. I feel like we are brothers from different mothers...we even have the same hairdo. 🤣

@mauricetaylorjr.7316 3 жыл бұрын

Great review! I was torn between Rogue and Rep. I ended up going with Rogue, but honestly Rep is just as good. Good looking home gym!

@liftthebarbell2434 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I like the PR-4000. I wanted a Rouge myself. The iron plates from Rep aren't that great though. I'll be upgrading those soon.

@ruliz3 3 жыл бұрын

Hey brother best review I’ve seen on this just got mines in today looking forward to putting it together. I opened everything up and when I saw the crossmembers I was kinda bummed. I got the 30” crossmembers and now looking at you bench and squat in yours with your height I’m feeling better!

@liftthebarbell2434 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I was a little concerned myself when I put it together wishing I would have went with the larger version. But after using it for a couple of months now, I think the 30” depth is perfect for me. I’m glad I got this one.

@kelliotlee 4 жыл бұрын

This is great, thanks for posting. I've got a pre-order pr-4000 that hasn't shipped yet, hoping it will any day now. Looks solid, wanted a sturdy rack which is why I chose the 3x3. Saw you got the iron plates, how do you like those?

@kelliotlee 4 жыл бұрын

Also, how long did it take you to put the rack together?

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Took about an hour to put the rack together. Rep Iron plates are just okay. They are inconsistent in weight. Some are 46 pounds. Some 43. Actually the 2.5, 5 and 25s are good. The 45’s not so much. Some are the 45’s are rough feeling and some have sharp pieces on them that’ll cut you. I’ve got a review of them coming soon

@mattrules110 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review! What hardware did you use to bolt the rack down?

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

I used 1/2" lag bolts 2 inches long that screwed into the plywood platform.

@seancools7921 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the detailed review. I was noticing what I am guessing is the Rogue Ohio bar that matches the blue crossbars pretty well. Is that the light blue or blue cerakote color?

@liftthebarbell2434 2 жыл бұрын

Blue Cerakote Texas Deadlift bar

@mattburnett9621 4 жыл бұрын

You reviewed this so well. I'm curious if Rogue's matador would wiggle as much? Did you think about getting the lat pull down attachment? Thinking about ordering one with that to give it even more versatility.

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Not sure about the Rogue one. Oh yeah I want the lat pull down for sure. I am going to get the ISO arms first then hopefully get the lat/low pull later on down the road.

@twistedducati6895 4 жыл бұрын

I'll let you know once I get all of my gear in, as I ordered the same PR4000 rack that Matt reviews here and ordered the Monster Lite Matador. The lat pull down seems to come and go quickly and they have the 93" version in stock now, but I'm still waiting for the 80" version to show up in stock. It's like a full time job trying to get equipment during this time! Marty A - the Rep rack reviewed here, as well as the PR5000 are both 3x3 11 guage steel, same as Monster and Monster Lite racks (respectively).

@mattburnett9621 3 жыл бұрын

@@twistedducati6895 is your gear in yet? would love to see if the monster lite matador holds up better

@twistedducati6895 3 жыл бұрын

Matt Burnett - yes, I have most of my gym set up already and will put up a review video soon. As for the Matador, I’d say it fits just as well as the Rep dip bar does on your rack. One thing I did that I was going to show in my video, was applied some felt adhesive that one would use under furniture legs. It makes the matador fit a bit more snug and helps eliminate some of the play/rattle. It worked like a charm, but it was a challenge finding some thin enough at Lowe’s. Matt, you might appreciate the barbell rack I built (I too do some woodworking).

@IrixGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I'm looking at the PR-4000 too. Do you find it to be stable without the optional front feet or optional weight storage (third row) in the back? I'm asking because I don't want to bolt mine to my concrete slab. Thanks again. Sub and Like added!

@liftthebarbell2434 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it was plenty stable without those. I just bolted mine to the plywood base I made as seen in the video.

@NoFate247 2 жыл бұрын

No Fate Channel checking in and I love my Pr4000, def. don't feel like I under spent not going with the 5000

@LetsLiveThriving 3 жыл бұрын

What is the total footprint? Do you think if you put plate holders on the back uprights you would hit them during squatting?

@tobydavis5673 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous and detailed review. I have a couple of questions. Does this rack need to be bolted down? (I don’t want to bolt mine down once I decide on which one to buy.) Also, do you know if REP has an adjustable pull up bar (that can be moved up or down the uprights?) Price wise this rack is awesome and within my budget.

@liftthebarbell2434 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure about the pull up bar. Not sure if it has to be bolted or not.

@jr.sciencebros.8411 3 жыл бұрын

Which size strap safeties did you order? I heard the REP ones have way too much slack. REP says their 30" strap is actually 34" in length, whereas Rogue says their 30" is 30", and Titan says their 30" is 33". Yours doesnt look too bad at all...

@DIYManiacJohnP 2 жыл бұрын

Great use of space!!!! Does the workout equipment get very dirty with the woodshop right beside it?

@liftthebarbell2434 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing a leaf blower can't handle lol

@christianramirez8831 4 жыл бұрын

is that blue bar the texas deadlift cerakote bar? I'd be interested in hearing you review it

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Yes it is. Review on that bar is in the works! Stay tuned.

@kraken509 2 жыл бұрын

What is the inner and outer depth of this 30” model?

@jasonair3780 Жыл бұрын

did you bolt through the stall mat? I see the upright feet extends beyond the center wooden portion of the platform.

@liftthebarbell2434 5 ай бұрын

Yes, I did. Through the mat into the wood underneath.

@TheJuan2000164 3 жыл бұрын

Do these racks come with Jcups or do have to buy them extra

@joeyhomer7157 4 жыл бұрын

Just orders mine yesterday. 80” mate black uprights with red crossmembers. Got a 41” depth and it’s 6 posts. Do you think the rack will be stable enough not to bolt down

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah, I think with those 6 posts it should be nice and sturdy for you

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

@@Pler1978 I’ve thought about getting the rear stabilizer. It’s less than $100 from Rep. think it’ll help even if it’s bolted down?

@twistedducati6895 3 жыл бұрын

Lift The Barbell I got the RBS on mine and it’s a nice addition and it makes a difference in stability. I feel like it’s rock solid now, wether doing pull ups or jumping on the dip bars. The added benefit is that your uprights will stay parallel to one another. I definitely recommend it.

@liftthebarbell2434 3 жыл бұрын

@@twistedducati6895 I need to get it for mine for sure. I want those new ISO arms too!

@twistedducati6895 3 жыл бұрын

Lift The Barbell yeah, I should have pulled the trigger on them the other day, but I’m slightly disappointed in the belt squat, as it could definitely be more convenient to put in place, use it and not require a “workaround” to use it effectively. The ISO arms are a different beast and look like they are well thought out. Hopefully we can get in on the next batch.

@dillonswilley9633 3 жыл бұрын

Do you make any of those American flag/Gadsden flag to sell? That looks phenomenal!

@liftthebarbell2434 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I do from time to time but my other channel and Etsy store keep me pretty busy now a days. kzfaq.info

@futbol1972 2 жыл бұрын

Which ones are easier and more convinient to use the Flip down safeties or the strap safeties for rep fitness rack? What are the advantages or disadvantages of using one vs the other one?? Also should I get pr4000 or PR 5000 vr2 rack? I can also get the same attachments the PR 5000v2 for the PR 4000 right?

@liftthebarbell2434 2 жыл бұрын

The strap safeties are much easier. 4000 vs 5000 really depends on what you want. The 5000 accessories are more expensive generally than the 4000

@oatiko3065 3 жыл бұрын

Is it bolted on to the garage floor?

@jickyalbertflores1621 4 жыл бұрын

Just ordered mine im hoping i dont need to bolt it down as i put in my backyard i got a 93 with 30 depth

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

If you plan on doing dips or you are lifting heavy, I would recommend bolting down. Even if you have to find some type of ground anchor and anchor to the ground.

@rigobertorivera5773 3 жыл бұрын

Man!! thank you so much I just made up my mind after your detailed review , Great job on explaining and answer all the questions I had. Just bought mine rp4000 41" 93 with my preferred attachments all for $1500 and change!

@twistedducati6895 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your honest review and insight on this piece of equipment. Like you, I believe we will be hit with a 2nd wave of this virus and I'm not looking to go back to my gym, even though I miss my gym workouts terribly. I am late to the game and didn't really give a home gym serious consideration until last month and everything everywhere is sold out. However, I have been looking at this and some other cages and even ordered a shoddy cheap cage from Amazon out of desperation, but I'm likely going to refuse it when UPS rolls up to my house and just make the investment in sound & sturdy equipment. Again, thanks for your review, as there aren't a whole lot out there on this particular rack (independent of REP, anyway). I will also check out your blog for additional details and insight.

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate it! Good luck on your home gym build!

@raul673 4 жыл бұрын

Is the rack compatible with Rogue's saftey straps?

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure. Maybe the Monster Lite accessories might fit this rack. This rack has 5/8 inch size holes.

@ushuaia6284 2 жыл бұрын

The silver hardware matches your flag. Goes with the theme

@simoneorecchioni7352 3 жыл бұрын

Is there a big difference between Rogue and Rep? Which one is more stable?

@liftthebarbell2434 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure, my Rep rack is very stable but I have it bolted down

@redefinedM3 2 жыл бұрын

I can’t decide on 4 post or 6. So you’re wish you had 6 for storage, stability, accessories or not at all?

@alrocky 2 жыл бұрын

You can start with 4 posts and see if it's stable enough and provides enough storage.

@RandomNamedOne 4 жыл бұрын

I've been watching this rack for awhile...how are you all able to order them?

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

I ordered during the first pre order on 4/2/20. Was delivered mid-June.

@TwoWheelNinja 4 жыл бұрын

Are you able to overhead press inside the rack?

@JoelP1961 4 жыл бұрын

Captain Obvious I’m 5’11” and press inside mine.

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I pressed inside it this morning.

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

I'm also 5'11", still have plenty of room while pressing overhead

@Doc8404 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the detailed review brother. I have the rogue s2 squat stand and was looking to upgrade to a cage system. Pretty much watched brandon campbells series of videos on which rack to get and narrowed it down to the REP ( HR5000, PR5000, PR4000 and a Rogue RM3 ) There are alot of pros and cons to each rack. Even though availability is a current issue nowadays, im gonna leave that out of the equation since i am in no rush. Pros of the PR vs the HR series is the ISO Arm compatability. REP at the moment has not put out any info on ISO arms stability with a HR. But i figure if you have weight horns in the back with full weights and leg extentions in the front i dont think it should be a issue. Along with that is upgradability. With the 4000 and 5000 series having lat/low attachments and belt squat compatability, it makes for a amazing system. like yourself, 5/8's and 1 inch hardware doesnt really bother me because the attachments are available for both sizes mostly. Watching your video has pushed me very close to siding with the PR4000 series for the reasons you pointed out.

@liftthebarbell2434 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Glad the video was helpful to you

@chesterpasag4717 4 жыл бұрын

Is your Rogue Ohio Power Bar stainless steel or bare steel?

@liftthebarbell2434 4 жыл бұрын

It's bare steel. Finding the stainless one in stock right now would be like finding a mermaid riding a unicorn lol.

@elwoodfurr1323 2 жыл бұрын

Could you review griffin’s racks?

@billh4285 2 жыл бұрын

Coop of Garage Gym Reviews has a review on a Griffin.

@thomasstarke7833 2 жыл бұрын

Did you ever get the iso arms?

@liftthebarbell2434 2 жыл бұрын

I decided not to buy them. The more I looked the more I decided I didn't think I would use them much, especially for the price that they are.

@davidlehmann5550 2 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know if the foot extensions they sell get in the way?

@liftthebarbell2434 2 жыл бұрын

They don't get in my way. I like the added stability

@ricardoramirezjr.9068 3 жыл бұрын

Can you use a football bar inside the rack?

@liftthebarbell2434 2 жыл бұрын

yes, but it is very tight

@ricardoramirezjr.9068 2 жыл бұрын

@@liftthebarbell2434 Thanks for the great information.

@pinoiboi13 3 жыл бұрын

Does it have to be bolted down??

@tobydavis5673 2 жыл бұрын

Good question. I was curious about this too and see no one has yet answered.

@kalilka5697 3 жыл бұрын

Is that a 80'' or 93''?

@liftthebarbell2434 2 жыл бұрын

@savagei6130 3 жыл бұрын

So this is equivalent to the Titan X-3 except more expensive because of the shipping. Scratch that, the Rep Fitness PR-4000 is 200 more than the Titan X-3. That's of course before shipping. So it's probably a $400 difference. Both have West Side Spacing, 3x3, and 11 gauge steel. I'm going with the less expensive Titan X-3.

@LetsLiveThriving 3 жыл бұрын

Good luck. Hopefully it arrives undamaged. I ordered a squat rack from Titan - damaged during transit returned to shipper by Fedex. Ordered the X-3 rack - damaged during shipping returned to shipper by Fedex. Ordered weight plates - arrived at 5-6% tolerance instead of the promised 2% tolerance. 3 strikes and Titan is out for me lol

@savagei6130 3 жыл бұрын

@@LetsLiveThriving I got lucky. It was undamaged. The shipper was R + L carriers.

@savagei6130 3 жыл бұрын

@@LetsLiveThriving I got mine in yesterday and it was undamaged. I'm not sure if it's because they used R + L carriers instead of Fedex.....

@LetsLiveThriving 3 жыл бұрын

@@savagei6130 probably. Maybe they had a lot of returned due to the same problem and decided to ship freight

@LetsLiveThriving 3 жыл бұрын

@@savagei6130 it’s too bad tho. They’ve lost me for good. I’m gonna be buying a rep 4000 or rogue 490C this week. Still trying to decide between the two.