I have a 100” 6 post 43” rack. I went with the 300lb weight stack version. I am currently building it onto my rack. He is correct the packaging is industrial just like the product. I have everything built other than the cable installed. I did go with the shrouds, I had the shrouds and a few other parts powder coated to match my color scheme in the gym. I’ll update with pictures and a short review once I get it all completed
I did complete the build on my single weight stack FM6. I went with the aluminum pulley’s originally, and looks like they only offer aluminum pulleys. This functional trainer is legit the cables and pulleys are very smooth. The directions for build are surprisingly very efficient they got all the pulleys labeled by numbers with arrows to feed cable in the correct direction. I do have the 100’ rack so cable length seems to be good, I am 6’ and haven’t seen any issues with any functions of the cable length being too short. I am currently still having the shrouds powder coated but rouge put the most industrial foam 6” tape on the inside of the shrouds to prevent the pulleys going metal to metal which I don’t think they would even contact the inside of the shrouds anyway this foam tape is a nightmare to remove. Also I’m new to reviews and didn’t realize you are it able to post pics I mention in my first message I would put a pic. I will post some pics on the rogue site in there review section once I get the shrouds on. I will definitely post a positive review. I feel they have built a quality product. All there stuff is very over built
So if I’m listening right, if you’re considering a 🦏 the best option is to go with a plate loaded 6-post as now you have 1) Functional trainer in the front 2) Rhino in the back 3) Pull up bar up front 4) Lat pull-down in the middle 5) Low row from the middle/Rhino and still room to bench/squat in the front section. You’ve turn my order of a FM-HR twin-stack completely on its head! Thanks!
I was randomly comparing power racks with functional trainers yesterday as future aspirations and I said outloud, damn I wish someone would review the Rogue FM trainer. I even watched the assembly video lol
Gluck was the one who answered by question on the shrouds and how much real estate they eat up on the weight horns. Thanks again! Awesome interview excited to see your twin stack review!
I’ve been following this release so closely. They announced the FM the day I ordered my first squat rack. They talked me to going to the RM-6 43” cause it was the only rack they would support they claimed. Even when it was way too big for my garage. Then they ended up supporting every rack size anyway. They let me down grade to the 24” thank goodness! Now just waiting for my twin stack to arrive. Please review the dual stack to confirm I made the right choice. 😅
I have never been that interested in functional trainers for my home gym, but honestly the fact that it can integrate with a belt squat makes it a potential purchase in the future.
These reviews make me wish I was rich and could actually afford it. I’m thinking I will start donating plasma for money and save up lol. Great review as always! Without a doubt my favorite reviewer!
@@GlucksGym do you think there will be any good Black Friday sales for rep adjustable weight benches and Rogue Ohio Power bars or should I just go ahead and buy them now
I’m just going to buy the bench today then. Going to use your link. Is there a way for me to 100% to know that I used it correctly? I am like you and don’t trust corporations lol
Just found your channel looking for any reviews or ideas about the Rogue functional trainers. Our FM-6 Twin Stack (selectorized, no shrouds, 43”, 100” tall in beautiful Burnt Orange) was delivered yesterday and we are part way through assembling it. So far the instructions (pdf and video) have been easy to follow. The quality of the everything is AMAZING. Can’t wait to finish the build and start using it!
May have considered this as an option if it was out a year ago. I have owned the REP Ares 1.0 since its release and I absolutely love it. If I had endless money I would upgrade to the 2.0. Love what REP has done to upgrade the Ares. I use my rack 5 days a week, so it gets tons of use and my machine has held up perfectly. Thanks so much for the great and detailed review. Your vids are awesome!!!
The Rep Ares would fit a bit too tight in my garage for my liking, and I don't want the 80" model. The Rogue twin stack seems perfect for me at 91.5" tall. Can't wait for the review! Also, do your links for Canadian customers?
This is the one we’ve been waiting for! I’m really looking forward to this continued series even though I already ordered a twin through your link 😂. Seriously though, with so many options from Rogue I can’t wait to see the Rep Ares 2.0 vs Rogue Twin vs Rogue Single Stack deep dive.
Unreal u condensed that to be so short. I imagine u could talk about that for a lot longer. The belt squat is a huge benefit. Wish one day they would release a selectorised version of that.. Hope it comes to Australia!! We can use it to start training our break dancers.
Exceptional review!!! Thank you! Most intersted in the FM6 Twin 100" rack. I love the idea of an add-on Rhino, but I don't want to give up the low row.
Been waiting for this review to drop! Want to see a comparison between the duel stacks and the plate loaded. Wish Rogue could somehow make the rhino work with duel stacks!
Definitely want to see the in-depth comparison between this and the Ares. Actually, if you could include a comparison to an Athena with the Lat pull/Low row attachment too that would be awesome.
Will the dual stack version support the rouge Rino? That's one great feature I'm interested in. Thank you for your reviews. Can't let COOP get all the views.
I've not seen any indication that it will. They could certainly engineer something but the add-on rhino they have slated for now utilizes the plate loaded tower.
I woke up at 4a to a dog licking my face and decided to watch this entire video. Nice job- answered questions I didn’t even have and confirmed my suspicion that rogue > rep and, despite the cool rogue styling, neither rep nor rogue can touch the Prime Prodigy HLP
Thanks for this video definitely the best one out there on this setup. it was really helpful as i was researching this I just placed an order for one of the FM-HR's today. I had it in my cart but made sure to take it out and go back and use your affiliate link to make sure you'd get the kickback from Rogue. Your content is great!
I havent finished the vid yet but going ahead and dropping a comment. Thanks for making this to help consumers decide, and I'm so interested in the rhino belt squat addon!!
Im not hearing any negatives. Sounds like Rogue knocked it out of the park with this one. Curious to hear which you think is the better buy between Rogue vs Rep, considering the price point is not far off. The Rogue FT just seems more premium all the way around.
Great review! Did you need much extra clearance to assemble this? I am already pushing the limits on my ceiling height with my 90" monster rack. I could squeeze in a few extra inches.
Like others I simply stopped working to watch this video. Thank you to my client, Mrs. Doyle, for being very accommodating. BTW, when I got back to working the result was a beautiful and healthy 6 pound, 8 ounce baby girl named Alicia. Mother and daughter are doing well. EVERYTHING stops when the Gluck videos drop. Will use the link if I buy. It is between this and the Ares 2.0.
Great review as always! I didn't even consider the loss of cable length due to the weight stack. Excellent job pointing that out. I've been back and forth with this and the Ares 2.0. I think I'll go with the rogue after all. American made and it can be purchased inthe same color as my rack - gunmetal. Yes, I'm going to have two racks, but it's worth it - maybe. Thanks and keep up the good work.
I feel like the dream would be to build it with the plate loaded rhino compatable for the back post, then to have twin stacks for the functional trainers. 3 stacks sounds excessive, but if you’ve got the money, who wants to compromise?
Considering a purchase of the plate loaded single stack Rogue FM-HR (the half rack functional trainer) but cannot seem to find answers to two questions: (1) can the FM-HR be converted to a full size power rack later if and when I have more space; and (2) will the drop-in Rhino work on the plate loaded FM-HR or do I have to purchase the full size rack? The main reason I am leaning towards the plate loaded version is to ensure the drop in Rhino can be added later but I need to know if it will work on the half rack or if the full rack is required. Please review the single stack plate loaded half rack if possible as that one is the cheapest and smallest footprint for all of us with limited space. Congrats on the beautiful new addition to your family! Glad mom and baby are doing well.
i was really leaning towards this very hard and then i just ended up ordering the dialed motion, your review helped. my concerns are multifaceted but having the back extend further out and having to upgrade to a 6 post rack (for it to still make sense for me) just takes up so much room. will be great i'm sure... now on with the show (watching after commenting)
@@brandon6101 For sure. My Rogue curl bar is NICE. REP stuff is nice too. But Rogue stuff, generally speaking (the new high end REP bars seem great), is built to a higher standard.
Thank you for making this review! Probably the first of many to come but you've set the standard. As a previous owner of 2 Rogue CT-1X2's, I can attest that their cable platform is beefy and commercial quality. It's robust, smooth, and bombproof. As a user who has ordered a twin stack, I'd love to see a comparison to the Twin.
@@jeremylum-danson959 I have am RM-6 currently and ordered a standalone FM-HR Twin. Maybe they'll make a Rhino that can be used with weight stacks...otherwise, having never used a Rhino, I'm not sure what I'm missing out on.
@@William-Bonney it doesn't seem too hard to make the bottom pulley work as a belt squat. I imagine some company out there can come up with a creative solution to utilize up to 600 lbs between both stacks. That is way more convenient than loading plates on and off all the time.
This is sick. Very excited to add the twin stack version to my rack. Waiting to see if Rogue includes it in a Matte Black November deal but am not too hopeful of that happening haha
Got my twin stack on the way. I think cable travel will be a bit better at 300lbs with a twin stack as the total weight used is divided into two for the one to one. (Maxes at 300 not 600) At 5”8 I don’t have the wingspan as someone who is 6ft so I don’t foresee the cable travel on deltoid cross overs being an issue on a 90” rack. @gluck would love to see if you can mimic that. Maybe the woman in the videos who you somehow convinced to go along with your home gym obsession can help out since she’s also a little closer in height Much appreciated the content. Can’t wait til you stop one day so I can stop spending monies via your affiliate links.
We need a comparison to the MAXUM Fitness SX2!! That one seems like a better buy IMO since you get the dual 220lb weight stacks + built-in plate-horns, smith machine, vertical leg press plate, and unique articulating functional trainer arms. Not to mention a bunch of other attachments/accessories included for $4K with free shipping and lifetime warranty. Just feels like a lot more versatility while costing quite a bit less if you add similar attachments to a Rogue or Rep option to try to do a more apple-to-apples comparison to what comes with the SX2. And the SX2 still does things you can't with either of those due to the smith machine, leg press plate, and unique functional trainer arms. Only real downside I can see is the SX2 is only available as a half-rack with 11-gauge 3" x 3" uprights with 5/8" holes, so no full rack or 1" hole options.
I don’t find those cons to be bad. Westside hole spacing is worth more than overpriced 1” hole attachments imo. It’s just a shame there is not much reviews out there for the SX2 and I don’t know how responsive Maxum is or how long they’ll stick around.
@@raven-19x Yup pretty much agree! The half-rack and 5/8" holes aren't a big deal to me, I just know some people won't buy anything without 1" holes or only want a full rack setup so it's the only downsides that I could see being a potential deal-breaker for some. Wish they had options for both like you can get with Rep or Rogue. From what I've seen around online, MAXUM seems to be pretty responsive and has good customer service. The SX2 also seems very solid from the few people I've seen post about getting it. I believe MAXUM has been around since around 2019 or 2020 so they've been in business for a few years at least, but still not a very well-known option or an established company for decades or something. Wish we could get more coverage for sure to know if they're products really are as good of a value as they seem to be on paper.
@@killerkhatiby009 They did respond to an email I sent about the SX2 which is a good sign that they exist lol. Apparently, a shorter version is supposed to release later this year... We shall see. I'll probably still end up buying the SX2 because it's an incredible value overall with all the attachments in a small form factor. Thankfully I'm not all that strong (yet) anyway so it'll be hard for me to break something.
Definitely want to see a comparison of this and the twin stack. Also a comparison with the REP stuff would be great. I’m coming from a monster lite 4 post rack, am looking to pick up a full 6 post FM or rep equivalent.
Ordered this rack through your link. Really great review. Looking forward to a review of the drop in Rhino for this. My biggest question is, would the Rhino attachment remove the ability to use the lower 1:1 pulls for low seated rows?
I would like to see a comparison between Rogue FM-HR Twin stack vs. Rep Ares 2.0 twin stack. I would also like to know if either or both of these currently have or will have a solution that combines ability to use cables with weight stacks well - instead of plates with Jammer arms including easy setup, change-over to different positions and can fold-up or easily store out of the way. I am currently leaning towards PRx Halo arms.
The REP Ares 2.0 looks like it has more functionality and takes up less space, but glad to see Rogue try and catch up. Can you move the trolley with one hand? How much does it stick out the back? Looks like 2-3 feet?
I have re-watched this review over and over. Can't wait to see the review on the Twin. Really wondering how safety straps affect the trolleys though. Is it a pain to move them up and down to get them out of the way?
I'll address that in the twin stack review. Sorry I missed it on this one but I have a trick to those. I've always hated Rogue's Monster safeties and how they move on the rack so I use mag pins instead of bolts so I can pull them off. I also use Bells Manticore drop in safeties in their place as well.
I'm not into the functional trainers in the garage gym but this looks like it was executed well by rogue. I'd perfer a freestanding lat pull down low row stack, like what rep has and that you recently reviewed. I laughed when you mentioned the comments tell you "you don't lift" and "fatboys" hahaha
I’m thinking about getting the twin stack, hoping that it would mitigate some of those issues and work out faster. I’d love to see a comparison on that.
We want the big in depth battle between the twin and the Ares 2.0
100% I'm planning on buying the Ares 2.0 when I can afford until unless someone convinces me of something better
I need this cause I’m about to order the 2.0
I shut my meeting down just for this
I’m in a meeting now😂
The crews are still waiting for you.
😂 Yesss!
Priorities
This is the way
Twin stack version comparison to the ares 2.0 would be great to see.
That's what I want to see. I have to see the Twin in action.
The Rouge FML is named after the feeling people get when they realize they want one, but can't afford one.😢
Or after buying a ML490 and only seeing an add on kit for the 390.
Absolutely need to see a comparison with the twin stack as well as a direct comparison with the Ares 2.0. Rogue is so back
I have a 100” 6 post 43” rack. I went with the 300lb weight stack version. I am currently building it onto my rack. He is correct the packaging is industrial just like the product. I have everything built other than the cable installed. I did go with the shrouds, I had the shrouds and a few other parts powder coated to match my color scheme in the gym. I’ll update with pictures and a short review once I get it all completed
@@travissharbonow8723 shoot me a link, I'd love to see it once it's built
Thanks for keeping us up to date!
I did complete the build on my single weight stack FM6. I went with the aluminum pulley’s originally, and looks like they only offer aluminum pulleys. This functional trainer is legit the cables and pulleys are very smooth. The directions for build are surprisingly very efficient they got all the pulleys labeled by numbers with arrows to feed cable in the correct direction. I do have the 100’ rack so cable length seems to be good, I am 6’ and haven’t seen any issues with any functions of the cable length being too short. I am currently still having the shrouds powder coated but rouge put the most industrial foam 6” tape on the inside of the shrouds to prevent the pulleys going metal to metal which I don’t think they would even contact the inside of the shrouds anyway this foam tape is a nightmare to remove. Also I’m new to reviews and didn’t realize you are it able to post pics I mention in my first message I would put a pic. I will post some pics on the rogue site in there review section once I get the shrouds on. I will definitely post a positive review. I feel they have built a quality product. All there stuff is very over built
@@travissharbonow8723 Appreciate the update.
Letsss gooo, been waiting on a review. Gluck coming through!!!
If you already have those attachments, like myself, Rogue said let them know and they will credit $250 to the order and not include them.
That's awesome info! Thanks
Nice. I did wonder about all these cable systems and potential waste with included attachments.
FYI. They will not credit j cups which are required for purchase. Seems like a huge waste
So if I’m listening right, if you’re considering a 🦏 the best option is to go with a plate loaded 6-post as now you have
1) Functional trainer in the front
2) Rhino in the back
3) Pull up bar up front
4) Lat pull-down in the middle
5) Low row from the middle/Rhino and still room to bench/squat in the front section.
You’ve turn my order of a FM-HR twin-stack completely on its head!
Thanks!
Honey wake up, Gluck uploaded the Rogue FM trainer review
I was randomly comparing power racks with functional trainers yesterday as future aspirations and I said outloud, damn I wish someone would review the Rogue FM trainer. I even watched the assembly video lol
That chest supported row with the Darko bar and fat gripz is genius!
It’s not fat grips. It’s a product made by darko specifically for that
That's a Darko Longy with his 3D printed grips on my Shorty Bench.
Gluck was the one who answered by question on the shrouds and how much real estate they eat up on the weight horns. Thanks again! Awesome interview excited to see your twin stack review!
Beyond detailed as usual!
Please do the Rep comparison. You know I’ve been waiting for this Adrian!
So glad you guys were first on this! 🎉
We'll do one once we've got all the options in
I’ve been following this release so closely. They announced the FM the day I ordered my first squat rack. They talked me to going to the RM-6 43” cause it was the only rack they would support they claimed. Even when it was way too big for my garage. Then they ended up supporting every rack size anyway. They let me down grade to the 24” thank goodness! Now just waiting for my twin stack to arrive. Please review the dual stack to confirm I made the right choice. 😅
I have never been that interested in functional trainers for my home gym, but honestly the fact that it can integrate with a belt squat makes it a potential purchase in the future.
These reviews make me wish I was rich and could actually afford it. I’m thinking I will start donating plasma for money and save up lol. Great review as always! Without a doubt my favorite reviewer!
Hahaha thank you
@@GlucksGym do you think there will be any good Black Friday sales for rep adjustable weight benches and Rogue Ohio Power bars or should I just go ahead and buy them now
@@Whitechocolate1872 Rep typically does 10% off and Rogue has had some good deals on bars the past few years.
I’m just going to buy the bench today then. Going to use your link. Is there a way for me to 100% to know that I used it correctly? I am like you and don’t trust corporations lol
I would've watched a 2 hr review. Thanks for splurging and am looking forward to the dual stack and Ares 2.0 comparison vids. You are the goat
“I can cheat like no one’s watching “ 😂 hilarious as always! I just used this at the Rogue showroom and confirm it’s awesome!
Thanks for the info. I would be interested to see a direct comparison between this and the twin stack variant.
Congrats on being the first to get this out!
I missed the birth of my child for this video
Hahahha
I hope these come to Europe soon, I asked Rogue costumer service and they told me it would cost $2500 to ship them to me...
Just found your channel looking for any reviews or ideas about the Rogue functional trainers. Our FM-6 Twin Stack (selectorized, no shrouds, 43”, 100” tall in beautiful Burnt Orange) was delivered yesterday and we are part way through assembling it. So far the instructions (pdf and video) have been easy to follow. The quality of the everything is AMAZING. Can’t wait to finish the build and start using it!
“The best gets better” That’s the best description for your channel. Keep up the amazing content. Thank you!
@@stewvlogs5084 aww shucks. Thank you!
THE REVIEW’S HERE
May have considered this as an option if it was out a year ago. I have owned the REP Ares 1.0 since its release and I absolutely love it. If I had endless money I would upgrade to the 2.0. Love what REP has done to upgrade the Ares. I use my rack 5 days a week, so it gets tons of use and my machine has held up perfectly. Thanks so much for the great and detailed review. Your vids are awesome!!!
I got my twin fm using your affiliate link about a month ago!
The hero we need
Would love to see comparison between twin and single stack! Great video
Rogue FM-6 Twin Functional Trainer vs REP 5000 with Ares 2.0 is the ultimate battle we need to see
Rogue just stepped up and took back the throne.
Seriously, this is almost no notes perfect. Only note is that I am waiting for the rhino option add in to be released and then placing an order.
11:47 had me laughing so hard 😂
Absolutely love this review. I need to buy this rack!
Great video as always. I'm definitely looking forward to the twin stack and Ares 2.0 comparison video.
Finalmente un review completo de esta rack , no sabes cuánto tiempo espero por este video ❤❤
Been waiting for this review. Thank you!!
Great review and breakdown.
Rogue is top notch when it comes to quality. But their quality means a quality price. That’s a great FT.
The Rep Ares would fit a bit too tight in my garage for my liking, and I don't want the 80" model. The Rogue twin stack seems perfect for me at 91.5" tall. Can't wait for the review! Also, do your links for Canadian customers?
This is the one we’ve been waiting for! I’m really looking forward to this continued series even though I already ordered a twin through your link 😂. Seriously though, with so many options from Rogue I can’t wait to see the Rep Ares 2.0 vs Rogue Twin vs Rogue Single Stack deep dive.
I appreciate the support!
holy cheezballs the review is here!
😂
Unreal u condensed that to be so short. I imagine u could talk about that for a lot longer. The belt squat is a huge benefit. Wish one day they would release a selectorised version of that..
Hope it comes to Australia!! We can use it to start training our break dancers.
Exceptional review!!! Thank you!
Most intersted in the FM6 Twin 100" rack. I love the idea of an add-on Rhino, but I don't want to give up the low row.
You can low row on the rhino.
Let’s go gluck! Thank you
😁😁😁
Can't wait for the rep vs rogue comparison.
I am ending my work day with this video. Wise selection
Gluck is really out here doing gods work
Let’s see the fml twin stack. Thanks bro
Been waiting for this review to drop! Want to see a comparison between the duel stacks and the plate loaded. Wish Rogue could somehow make the rhino work with duel stacks!
Definitely want to see the in-depth comparison between this and the Ares. Actually, if you could include a comparison to an Athena with the Lat pull/Low row attachment too that would be awesome.
Will the dual stack version support the rouge Rino? That's one great feature I'm interested in. Thank you for your reviews. Can't let COOP get all the views.
I've not seen any indication that it will. They could certainly engineer something but the add-on rhino they have slated for now utilizes the plate loaded tower.
No the Rhino will only work with the Plate Loaded version because of how it's loaded.
I woke up at 4a to a dog licking my face and decided to watch this entire video. Nice job- answered questions I didn’t even have and confirmed my suspicion that rogue > rep and, despite the cool rogue styling, neither rep nor rogue can touch the Prime Prodigy HLP
Oh that trolley looks a lot better than Rep's.
Would love to see twin stack half rack vs 4 post Ares 2.0 for the space challenged
Yes!
Would like to see the twin stack half rack review
That would be awesome but we've ordered the 6 post because we simply can't afford to buy all this stuff in every configuration.
Fantastic review. Incredibly detailed. Thank you 💪💪
17k views, Gluck! The channel just keeps growing!
We're getting somewhere!
It's strange that this is the ONLY review I can find on the FM series with the actual rack on hand and in the review.
It's a big investment and Rogue doesn't like to send out free equipment so unless a reviewer is willing to pay up, you might not see many vids.
Thanks for this video definitely the best one out there on this setup. it was really helpful as i was researching this I just placed an order for one of the FM-HR's today. I had it in my cart but made sure to take it out and go back and use your affiliate link to make sure you'd get the kickback from Rogue. Your content is great!
Thank you so much! We truly appreciate it!!!
Will the Rhino drop in work with the FM-HR?
I havent finished the vid yet but going ahead and dropping a comment. Thanks for making this to help consumers decide, and I'm so interested in the rhino belt squat addon!!
The options on this are making my head spin
That was an excellent review and explanation of the equipment. Thank you
Im not hearing any negatives. Sounds like Rogue knocked it out of the park with this one.
Curious to hear which you think is the better buy between Rogue vs Rep, considering the price point is not far off. The Rogue FT just seems more premium all the way around.
Unless you have limited ceiling height, Rogue seems like the obvious answer.
I find it ironic that you have the Rep Adonis in the background while reviewing the Rogue FM😂
For the algorithm, always excellent reviews!
Great review! Did you need much extra clearance to assemble this? I am already pushing the limits on my ceiling height with my 90" monster rack. I could squeeze in a few extra inches.
Like others I simply stopped working to watch this video. Thank you to my client, Mrs. Doyle, for being very accommodating. BTW, when I got back to working the result was a beautiful and healthy 6 pound, 8 ounce baby girl named Alicia. Mother and daughter are doing well. EVERYTHING stops when the Gluck videos drop. Will use the link if I buy. It is between this and the Ares 2.0.
I legitimately laughed out loud reading this
Great review as always! I didn't even consider the loss of cable length due to the weight stack. Excellent job pointing that out. I've been back and forth with this and the Ares 2.0. I think I'll go with the rogue after all. American made and it can be purchased inthe same color as my rack - gunmetal. Yes, I'm going to have two racks, but it's worth it - maybe. Thanks and keep up the good work.
Looks awesome, can’t wait to see the twin
I feel like the dream would be to build it with the plate loaded rhino compatable for the back post, then to have twin stacks for the functional trainers. 3 stacks sounds excessive, but if you’ve got the money, who wants to compromise?
Great to see you were the first to review. Id like to see the twin stack in action and compared to the Ares 2.0
Smith machine would make this the perfect setup for my wife and I. Thanks for the review!
So excited to see this review! The FM looks incredibly well done, and the price is not bad at all 😃
I pre ordered the ares 2.0 but honestly I may just sell it
This thing is built like a tank
Considering a purchase of the plate loaded single stack Rogue FM-HR (the half rack functional trainer) but cannot seem to find answers to two questions: (1) can the FM-HR be converted to a full size power rack later if and when I have more space; and (2) will the drop-in Rhino work on the plate loaded FM-HR or do I have to purchase the full size rack? The main reason I am leaning towards the plate loaded version is to ensure the drop in Rhino can be added later but I need to know if it will work on the half rack or if the full rack is required. Please review the single stack plate loaded half rack if possible as that one is the cheapest and smallest footprint for all of us with limited space. Congrats on the beautiful new addition to your family! Glad mom and baby are doing well.
i was really leaning towards this very hard and then i just ended up ordering the dialed motion, your review helped. my concerns are multifaceted but having the back extend further out and having to upgrade to a 6 post rack (for it to still make sense for me) just takes up so much room.
will be great i'm sure... now on with the show (watching after commenting)
Gluck I can’t wait to see your twin stack review
Rogue stuff is so nice, but so, so, SOOOO expensive.
On edit: Looks like REP is expensive now too!
Rogue is slightly cheaper than rep. They seem like they are still higher quality too. Wow! We'll find out soon when the ares 2.0 drops.
REP is expensive and made in China. Rogue all the way if the prices are this similar.
@@raven-19xAgreed
@@brandon6101 For sure. My Rogue curl bar is NICE. REP stuff is nice too. But Rogue stuff, generally speaking (the new high end REP bars seem great), is built to a higher standard.
@brandon6101 Rogue is not cheaper than REP at baseline. Then when you consider the rewards system REP has it definitely is not.
Excellent review!
Thank you for making this review! Probably the first of many to come but you've set the standard. As a previous owner of 2 Rogue CT-1X2's, I can attest that their cable platform is beefy and commercial quality. It's robust, smooth, and bombproof. As a user who has ordered a twin stack, I'd love to see a comparison to the Twin.
I am torn, I like the idea of Rhino but also like the space saving offered by twin. Would also love to see a comparison!
@@jeremylum-danson959 I have am RM-6 currently and ordered a standalone FM-HR Twin. Maybe they'll make a Rhino that can be used with weight stacks...otherwise, having never used a Rhino, I'm not sure what I'm missing out on.
@@William-Bonney it doesn't seem too hard to make the bottom pulley work as a belt squat. I imagine some company out there can come up with a creative solution to utilize up to 600 lbs between both stacks. That is way more convenient than loading plates on and off all the time.
10/10 review. I gotta start saving
the shroud for the cables are sooooo nice
This is sick. Very excited to add the twin stack version to my rack. Waiting to see if Rogue includes it in a Matte Black November deal but am not too hopeful of that happening haha
Got my twin stack on the way. I think cable travel will be a bit better at 300lbs with a twin stack as the total weight used is divided into two for the one to one. (Maxes at 300 not 600)
At 5”8 I don’t have the wingspan as someone who is 6ft so I don’t foresee the cable travel on deltoid cross overs being an issue on a 90” rack.
@gluck would love to see if you can mimic that. Maybe the woman in the videos who you somehow convinced to go along with your home gym obsession can help out since she’s also a little closer in height
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Let’s see it with the Rhino in place
great review!
We need a comparison to the MAXUM Fitness SX2!!
That one seems like a better buy IMO since you get the dual 220lb weight stacks + built-in plate-horns, smith machine, vertical leg press plate, and unique articulating functional trainer arms. Not to mention a bunch of other attachments/accessories included for $4K with free shipping and lifetime warranty.
Just feels like a lot more versatility while costing quite a bit less if you add similar attachments to a Rogue or Rep option to try to do a more apple-to-apples comparison to what comes with the SX2. And the SX2 still does things you can't with either of those due to the smith machine, leg press plate, and unique functional trainer arms.
Only real downside I can see is the SX2 is only available as a half-rack with 11-gauge 3" x 3" uprights with 5/8" holes, so no full rack or 1" hole options.
I don’t find those cons to be bad. Westside hole spacing is worth more than overpriced 1” hole attachments imo.
It’s just a shame there is not much reviews out there for the SX2 and I don’t know how responsive Maxum is or how long they’ll stick around.
@@raven-19x Yup pretty much agree!
The half-rack and 5/8" holes aren't a big deal to me, I just know some people won't buy anything without 1" holes or only want a full rack setup so it's the only downsides that I could see being a potential deal-breaker for some. Wish they had options for both like you can get with Rep or Rogue.
From what I've seen around online, MAXUM seems to be pretty responsive and has good customer service. The SX2 also seems very solid from the few people I've seen post about getting it.
I believe MAXUM has been around since around 2019 or 2020 so they've been in business for a few years at least, but still not a very well-known option or an established company for decades or something.
Wish we could get more coverage for sure to know if they're products really are as good of a value as they seem to be on paper.
@@killerkhatiby009 They did respond to an email I sent about the SX2 which is a good sign that they exist lol. Apparently, a shorter version is supposed to release later this year... We shall see.
I'll probably still end up buying the SX2 because it's an incredible value overall with all the attachments in a small form factor. Thankfully I'm not all that strong (yet) anyway so it'll be hard for me to break something.
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I’d love to see some twin stack videos and a comparison with the Rep Ares and Athena.
Definitely want to see a comparison of this and the twin stack. Also a comparison with the REP stuff would be great.
I’m coming from a monster lite 4 post rack, am looking to pick up a full 6 post FM or rep equivalent.
Twin stack review with pros/cons against single stack. Please!!!
Great breakdown
Ordered this rack through your link. Really great review. Looking forward to a review of the drop in Rhino for this. My biggest question is, would the Rhino attachment remove the ability to use the lower 1:1 pulls for low seated rows?
@@jeffhood4680 from what I've been told from the engineers, no. They'll have a retrofit kit for those of us that have the FM already
I would like to see a comparison between Rogue FM-HR Twin stack vs. Rep Ares 2.0 twin stack. I would also like to know if either or both of these currently have or will have a solution that combines ability to use cables with weight stacks well - instead of plates with Jammer arms including easy setup, change-over to different positions and can fold-up or easily store out of the way. I am currently leaning towards PRx Halo arms.
The REP Ares 2.0 looks like it has more functionality and takes up less space, but glad to see Rogue try and catch up.
Can you move the trolley with one hand? How much does it stick out the back? Looks like 2-3 feet?
I have re-watched this review over and over. Can't wait to see the review on the Twin. Really wondering how safety straps affect the trolleys though. Is it a pain to move them up and down to get them out of the way?
I'll address that in the twin stack review. Sorry I missed it on this one but I have a trick to those. I've always hated Rogue's Monster safeties and how they move on the rack so I use mag pins instead of bolts so I can pull them off. I also use Bells Manticore drop in safeties in their place as well.
Would love a review and comparison of the twin stack with a single stack! Thanks!
That thing looks incredible. Still love my Ares 1.0
I'm not into the functional trainers in the garage gym but this looks like it was executed well by rogue. I'd perfer a freestanding lat pull down low row stack, like what rep has and that you recently reviewed. I laughed when you mentioned the comments tell you "you don't lift" and "fatboys" hahaha
Can’t wait for twin stack review
I’m thinking about getting the twin stack, hoping that it would mitigate some of those issues and work out faster. I’d love to see a comparison on that.