This is how a review should be done. Fast-paced, but ultra-thorough. Specific measurements. Ample demonstrations. Multiple angles. Pros and cons. This has it all.
Watching your reviews- you have so much knowledge about creative ways to use your plethora of attachments and machines- makes me think your workouts must be incredibly diverse. Cheers
@@kingtaj thanks so much. I really appreciate it. I posted a video called, “How I Got In The Best Shape of My Life,” detailing my training routine and all the exercises I do if you want to check it out.
Thank you for your very detailed and very informative review 👍 you really helped me make my decision between the Powertec & IronMaster Pro V2 especially the other alternative uses with the Ironmaster V2
I own a Hoist Mi5 functional trainer with the Hoist Bench with the attachments. I found your instructions so clear and to the point that I was able to use all your exercise functionality instructions to my set of equipment. Well done!
This is an awesome review! Just as good as part 1 and probably the best overview of the Super Bench Pro system out there. Loved that you even went over the vinyl covers since I was really curious about them myself.
Hi 👋 your TH-cam channel really helped make my decision between protec and ironmaster the real deciding vote was the upside-down sit up and the many different easy positioning of ironmaster pro also the attachments. Oh I found a preacher curl attachment cheap on ebay I just wanted where the bar rest to cut and to replace the bar rest on the ironmaster preacher curl attachment it was a Success just had to cut off the existing bar rest on the ironmaster with a grinder and drill the same size hole that were on the inspire fitness preacher curl bar rest man what a difference I wish I could send the pictures
Thanks for another in-depth review. Super fair points. + great feedback in the comments. As always, the various movements you explore are awesome. I know we've seen a couple new ones throughout your videos.💪💪
Thank you for the very detailed tutorial on the attachment very important before purchasing. The pull up attachment is extremely sturdy also the excellent other exercises that can be done ✔️
Very thorough review. I like that you pointed pro and cons (not very many) of the attachments which may compel Ironmaster to address the hook on their preacher curl attachment. Over all this was a great review 👍.
That pull-up attachment is perfect. I have the IM2000, but ceiling is too low to do head above the bar pull ups - so this adjustable height one is great. Good to see you tested it with a weight belt too - that was my main concern.
I hope you like it when you get it. I really like the spacing of the hammer grip. I’ve also attached the Angles 90 Grips to the bar and it’s high enough to get a full range of motion.
I have not had a chance to use the cable tower attachment, but it looks awesome, especially with its 1:1 pulley ratio. However, you’re right, you can increase your number of exercises considerably with the IM 2000. With the IM 2000, for Pulldowns, you can sit on the floor and lock yourself into the roller pads. Also, the sit up attachment works decently to lock yourself down for Pulldowns when it’s connected to the super bench pro (I show that in my review of the sit up attachment), but the cable tower attachment is the most like a traditional lat pulldown.
I recently sold the cable tower attachment and got an incredible deal on a used, almost brand new, IM2000. You are right, the cable tower doesn't save that much space compared to the IM2000, plus I had to have an olympic plate stand too. And the IM2000 pulleys are way smoother. It must be the leverage to the pulleys, but the pull down is like butter it feels way smoother than the cable tower pull down. The low pulley is super smooth as well. And as you said, you can do tons of exercises with the Im2000 and there's less set up. The cable tower you have to turn around to use the low pulley. that was getting old. Both products are great, however, if one has the space, I would recommend the IM2000 over the cable tower.
FYI, if you lay back and down when doing your leg extensions it'll illicit the stretch response (for greater hypertrophy and mobility) of the quad better, but I'd suggest to lightening the weight a bit until you get use to it. However you're probably only talking about a 5% (average) gain over your lifetime vs. doing it the "normal" way. I've got my eye on the pro 2 model... seems like the right choice for me.
I’ve tried that; for whatever reason, my back isn’t real crazy about performing leg extensions supine. V2 definitely looks like a good bench, when I had this bench, I bought almost all the upgrades…so my V1 is basically a V2.
Best home gym reviews out there! Considering this bench, but instead of getting a dip attachment (to save cost and space), have you tried attaching olympic rings to the pull up bar for dips and would it be just as sturdy?
@@Bp-xh8og I really appreciate it. I never tried to perform dips with rings on the pull-up bar. With an exercise like a dip, I want a lot of stability and I think the rings will move too much.
What a thorough review! Clear, succinct, and gives a really comprehensive view of the issues and features. Do you think that it’s feasible to hang gymnastic rings off of the chin-up bar?
Very helpful review...thank you. I have had the older "Super Bench" model along with many of the attachments except leg attachment for over 12 years - great bench. I've recently wondered if I should switch to the Super Bench Pro. Would like to buy the leg attachment (and hybrid bench pad) and bkz the leg attachment is the only piece that is bench specific, it is forcing the decision...stay with the current SB or make the change now to the SB Pro. I'm not really bothered by older Super Bench's extra height (I'm 6'4")...and the slightly higher small slide-in seat setting is a plus (SB's taller 3 seat settings vs SB Pro's 2). Is the SB Pro leg attachment better than the SB version (I noticed the SB Pro must be in a decline position as opposed to basic SB which remains flat - advantage or disadvantage)? Apart from the height, 2 attachment locking knobs (vs SB's 1) and stiffer pad you mentioned, is the SB Pro more stable or inherently "better" in your experience...are the attributes of the newer Super Bench Pro worth making the change over to? Thank you.
Thanks so much! I am really glad to hear you like your Ironmaster pieces. I have not had the opportunity to use the OG Super Bench. However, I will say the leg ext / curl is one of my favorite attachments for the SBP. The bench at a 10 degree incline is a good thing IMO bc it creates additional space between your feet and the floor. However, getting the SBP just for the Leg Ext / Curl is a tough call. With your height, I just don’t know if it’s going to feel too low…although 17” is what most benches are. If you could sell the OG and put some of that money towards the SBP it’s is probably worth it….just make sure you like pressing on a 17.2” bench. However, if you have the room and funds, keep both, bc at your height, the seated shoulder press on the SBP is going to be low.
Like the test on the pull-up, MC TITAN approved 👊😆. You no longer can call anything what it is (Bedroom, garage, bathroom) its now Ironmaster blaster, Hacks 24 fitness, and Hot Yoga (Bathroom) center
I bought the Hyper Core and absolutely hated it; it was returned back to IM. As you showed in the review, it needs to be dropped down onto the floor after it's setup on the PRO bench, makes causes a loud slam. This also makes it tough to take out of the bench once you are done with it. Instead of getting the additional attachment so that you don't have to connect it to the bench, I just got a standalone fold-able version from another brand. All the other attachments have been great though and I absolutely love what IM has on offer 😀 I've been super happy with my purchases from them, well worth the money.
I’m glad to hear you are happy with most of your IM purchases. I’ve been really happy with all of the attachments, even the Hyper Core, but it helps that I have it in a permanent spot always connected to the lat tower seat. I don’t think I would like it as much if I only had the Super Bench Pro to connect it to.
@@plmn93 I wouldn't recommend you to get the one from Iron Master, since the reliance on the bench makes the setup tedious. It's also important to pick one with a design that allows you to pickup/set down the weight directly from the floor, which you cannot with the IM one, since it's connected.
How high is the ceiling in the room where you tested the pull up attachment? Is it possible to extend the attachment to the maximum and do pull ups safely without hitting one's head in a room with an eight foot high ceiling?
Grabbing the pro v2 bench next week. Some photos I've seen is a more matte grey color bench and some are black. Can you confirm the frame color please? Thanks!
For back, I really like the Titan HPND and I use the back extension regularly (Powertec, Titan, and Ironmaster). I usually don’t use a machine to target the obliques.
Do you think 83 inches of ceiling space will be enough for the chin up attachment. If not, what ceiling height do you recommend for the chin up bar? Thanks a million.
My ceiling is 96” which is enough for the pull-up to be extended all the way. However, the pull-up attachment is adjustable, so it can be lowered to fit into just about any space.
Probably not. I have a review comparing The Super Bench Pro V1 to the Powertec FID Bench. I made most of the upgrades on my own: wheel kit, hybrid pad, I wrote the settings on the lever’s dial; I’m only missing the handle and the additional seat setting.
Great vid again HGHR Would the preacher pad be ok for big fellas like myself? Or would I be far too hunched over or would tilting the bench slightly upwards with the point of the bench where the preacher is elevated work? The preacher pad is 1 of the SBs most crucial attachments I feel, along with the leg curl/ext and the crunch attachment, but it looks like it only has 1 height setting Other option is to go down the ATX/Powertec attachment bench route as they seem to have better adjustability with their leverage preacher curl attachments but also better adjustability with the leg extension being able to sit back on the bench with a backrest, something the Ironmaster SB doesn't do (need a barbell backrest hack as you show in the vid), though the SB will be better for my dumbbells as it opens up the spotter stands option and gives me a solid flat bench option/occasional adjustable bench Probably can get away without the preacher attachment if a dedicated station fits in my setup 🤔 though I do like the idea of dragging the SB over to a cable station for curls
Thank you, RWBB! You are right, there is only one height setting for the preacher pad, but as you mentioned, slightly changing the angle of the bench might work. It’s difficult to say for sure without trying it in-person. From time to time, one of my 6’4” friends visits and when he does I’ll have him try it out (unfortunately, he is presently out of the country). The preacher is one of my favorites, if not my favorite, of the SBP attachments. However, the leg ext / leg curl is up there too. It fits me really well and when going heavy it just feels “right” (even without handles and a back support) and especially since having the wider pad on the bench.
Thank you! I guess you could, but unlike the dip attachment, the holes in the pull-up bar are only on one side (which would be the side for the pull knob…not the twist knob).
I'm finding used Ironmaster benches on Facebook Marketplace. Are there 3 different Ironmaster benches throughout recent years: 1 SuperBench, 2 SuperBench Pro, and 3 SuperBench Pro V2? I plan to buy accessories as well, eg pullup, dips, leg curl, maybe the lats station, etc. Will all three of these versions accept those accessories? I haven't yet chosen one of these benches. Any thoughts?
@@leavingbabylon3008There is the Original, the Super Bench Pro, and the Super Bench Pro V2. The original bench is too tall and I don’t recommend it; but the attachments will work on both of the Super Benches.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews thank you for a quick response. I'm watching your Ironmaster vids -- learning about the pec dec and the IM 2000. Much thanks. SUBSCRIBED.
@ I really appreciate it. Thank you and I hope the videos are helpful. My Ironmaster videos are some of my earlier videos and I don’t have any of that equipment any longer, but I stand by all the information in the videos.
Great review! Have you been able to figure out how to do heavy decline presses? Seems like you have to first climb onto the bench, making it impossible to then lift heavy dumbbells.
Thank you! Not without a spotter to get the dumbbells into position. Also, IM sales a dumbbell spotting stand for the Super Bench…unfortunately, I have not had a chance to use it.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews I don't have a leg extension attachment, but I was thinking that could be used to hold down your legs for decline presses. In this position, you can walk over with heavy dumbbells and sit directly on the bench. What do you think?
@@HomeGymHacksandReviewsright. Me too. But that situp attachment is impossible to use with heavy dumbbells, so I was thinking maybe the leg attachment can serve as the leg holder for decline presses. You think that could work?
@@RonMexico527 just that’s it’s an attachment and can be stored away easily. A stand alone will have a better place to put your feet, which is the biggest downside to the Hyper Core.
@Home Gym Hacks and Reviews its been a long wait, waiting on ironmasters restock. But I can confirm the preacher curl will fit the rep ab5000 bench with a little bit of grinding
Both have a high/low pulley. Your decision may be largely based on if you prefer a straight bar or handles like on the Levergym. I haven’t hacked the IM 2000 as much as the LG because I haven’t had it as long, but I have 4 videos showing all of the different things that can be done with the LG.
What would be the factors to consider between the bench pro Chin Up attachment vs the Ultimate Chin Up Attachment IM2000? I am 5' 11" and 185 pounds. Thank you in advance for your time!!
I have a video for the Ultimate Chin Up attachment. One needs to be mounted to the IM 2000 and it has adjustable knurled handles while the other is an attachment for the bench with neoprene grips. If you have the IM 2000 and the super bench, I would take the Ultimate over the attachment.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Thank you for the recommendation I figured the Ultimate having knurled and being attached permanently to the IM2000 might be more stable and more important keeping things flowing. I mean less barrier to just jump into pull up vs lowering the bench look for the attachment setting it up etc.
I think the equipment from the video that is useful will be the dip attachment because its a single piece compared to the dip attachment for the IM2000 that you have to lower the bar then setting the handles individually compared to the easy of use of the bench..IMO
Hello, do you know if the max. Weight supported by the hypercore attachment is intended user+weight or just weight without counting the weight of the user ?
I'm 6'3. Do you think the preacher pad is too low for me as the height is not adjustable? I wonder if the hypercore would work for seated preacher curls for me?
@@tcglog-gamesrclightersflas9742 I have a review for the Hyper Core and it is quite a bit taller. If I remember correctly, I show preacher curls on the attachment. I’m reluctant to say the preacher will work for you. Hopefully, someone who is around your height will reply with their experience. I am 5’9”
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Thanks for your answer! That's what I was afraid of. I have searched but no tall dudes have written their opinion on the preacher pad. Yes you showed standing preachers on the hypercore. Great review btw!
This is how a review should be done. Fast-paced, but ultra-thorough. Specific measurements. Ample demonstrations. Multiple angles. Pros and cons. This has it all.
Greatly appreciated! Thank you!
Watching your reviews- you have so much knowledge about creative ways to use your plethora of attachments and machines- makes me think your workouts must be incredibly diverse. Cheers
@@kingtaj thanks so much. I really appreciate it. I posted a video called, “How I Got In The Best Shape of My Life,” detailing my training routine and all the exercises I do if you want to check it out.
Thank you for your very detailed and very informative review 👍 you really helped me make my decision between the Powertec & IronMaster Pro V2 especially the other alternative uses with the Ironmaster V2
Really good to hear the video was helpful. Thank you. If you haven’t seen it, I have an older video comparing the two benches head-to-head.
I own a Hoist Mi5 functional trainer with the Hoist Bench with the attachments. I found your instructions so clear and to the point that I was able to use all your exercise functionality instructions to my set of equipment. Well done!
@@gialovesjesus8350 great to hear and thank you so much!
This is an awesome review! Just as good as part 1 and probably the best overview of the Super Bench Pro system out there. Loved that you even went over the vinyl covers since I was really curious about them myself.
Thanks so much! I am really glad to hear the videos were helpful and I sincerely appreciate your comment.
This was a helpful review on the pull up attachment. I was glad to see you demonstrate a variety of exercises. You answered all of my questions.
Great to hear! Thanks so much!
Thanks so much for your very detailed review on in Ironmaster Super Bench Pro. Now I know the next purchase for my home gym!! 👍
Thanks so much and good to hear the video was helpful.
Hi 👋 your TH-cam channel really helped make my decision between protec and ironmaster the real deciding vote was the upside-down sit up and the many different easy positioning of ironmaster pro also the attachments.
Oh I found a preacher curl attachment cheap on ebay I just wanted where the bar rest to cut and to replace the bar rest on the ironmaster preacher curl attachment it was a Success just had to cut off the existing bar rest on the ironmaster with a grinder and drill the same size hole that were on the inspire fitness preacher curl bar rest man what a difference I wish I could send the pictures
@@goldeniron8989 good to hear it was a success.
Dang dude
You really dont leave any questions left for me to ask! Great review 👏 🤩
That’s what I like to hear! Thank you!
Thanks for another in-depth review. Super fair points. + great feedback in the comments. As always, the various movements you explore are awesome. I know we've seen a couple new ones throughout your videos.💪💪
Thanks so much! You have an amazing line of equipment!
Thank you for the pull up bar actual measurements.
@@Seymourseykrets glad it helped.
Thank you for the very detailed tutorial on the attachment very important before purchasing. The pull up attachment is extremely sturdy also the excellent other exercises that can be done ✔️
@@goldeniron8989 I appreciate it.
Very thorough review. I like that you pointed pro and cons (not very many) of the attachments which may compel Ironmaster to address the hook on their preacher curl attachment. Over all this was a great review 👍.
Thank you! Definitely more pros than improvements.
Extremely helpful review, thanks for uploading!
Greatly appreciated! Thank you!
I wanted to see you review the dip bar and the decline sit ups on the bench
Both of those attachments are reviewed in Part 1.
Great video! Thank you for continuing to put out solid reviews.
Thank you for your continued support!
Casually busted out those banded pull-ups, good work
lol! Thanks!
Great video mate.. straight to the point and no BS :)
@@BetterHumanz I really appreciate that. Thank you.
That pull-up attachment is perfect. I have the IM2000, but ceiling is too low to do head above the bar pull ups - so this adjustable height one is great. Good to see you tested it with a weight belt too - that was my main concern.
I hope you like it when you get it. I really like the spacing of the hammer grip. I’ve also attached the Angles 90 Grips to the bar and it’s high enough to get a full range of motion.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews honestly man, keep up with the reviews. They’re very in-depth with no bias whatsoever. Killing it bro.
@@sasdf2215 I appreciate that! Thank you!
I keep looking at the cable tower attachment for the bench, but by the time someone pays for it, the IM2000 starts looking appealing.
I have not had a chance to use the cable tower attachment, but it looks awesome, especially with its 1:1 pulley ratio. However, you’re right, you can increase your number of exercises considerably with the IM 2000.
With the IM 2000, for Pulldowns, you can sit on the floor and lock yourself into the roller pads. Also, the sit up attachment works decently to lock yourself down for Pulldowns when it’s connected to the super bench pro (I show that in my review of the sit up attachment), but the cable tower attachment is the most like a traditional lat pulldown.
I recently sold the cable tower attachment and got an incredible deal on a used, almost brand new, IM2000. You are right, the cable tower doesn't save that much space compared to the IM2000, plus I had to have an olympic plate stand too. And the IM2000 pulleys are way smoother. It must be the leverage to the pulleys, but the pull down is like butter it feels way smoother than the cable tower pull down. The low pulley is super smooth as well. And as you said, you can do tons of exercises with the Im2000 and there's less set up. The cable tower you have to turn around to use the low pulley. that was getting old. Both products are great, however, if one has the space, I would recommend the IM2000 over the cable tower.
FYI, if you lay back and down when doing your leg extensions it'll illicit the stretch response (for greater hypertrophy and mobility) of the quad better, but I'd suggest to lightening the weight a bit until you get use to it. However you're probably only talking about a 5% (average) gain over your lifetime vs. doing it the "normal" way.
I've got my eye on the pro 2 model... seems like the right choice for me.
I’ve tried that; for whatever reason, my back isn’t real crazy about performing leg extensions supine. V2 definitely looks like a good bench, when I had this bench, I bought almost all the upgrades…so my V1 is basically a V2.
Best home gym reviews out there!
Considering this bench, but instead of getting a dip attachment (to save cost and space), have you tried attaching olympic rings to the pull up bar for dips and would it be just as sturdy?
@@Bp-xh8og I really appreciate it. I never tried to perform dips with rings on the pull-up bar. With an exercise like a dip, I want a lot of stability and I think the rings will move too much.
Very comprehensive, as usual. Well done
Greatly appreciated!
Great review. Clever design. Chin station is especially creative idea.
Thanks so much!
great use of a small space, well thought out!
Thank you!
What a thorough review! Clear, succinct, and gives a really comprehensive view of the issues and features. Do you think that it’s feasible to hang gymnastic rings off of the chin-up bar?
@@AmmoniteDragon thank you so much. I think it will work; the Angles 90 Grips worked well. I’m sure the Kensui grips will work well too.
Very helpful review...thank you. I have had the older "Super Bench" model along with many of the attachments except leg attachment for over 12 years - great bench. I've recently wondered if I should switch to the Super Bench Pro. Would like to buy the leg attachment (and hybrid bench pad) and bkz the leg attachment is the only piece that is bench specific, it is forcing the decision...stay with the current SB or make the change now to the SB Pro. I'm not really bothered by older Super Bench's extra height (I'm 6'4")...and the slightly higher small slide-in seat setting is a plus (SB's taller 3 seat settings vs SB Pro's 2). Is the SB Pro leg attachment better than the SB version (I noticed the SB Pro must be in a decline position as opposed to basic SB which remains flat - advantage or disadvantage)? Apart from the height, 2 attachment locking knobs (vs SB's 1) and stiffer pad you mentioned, is the SB Pro more stable or inherently "better" in your experience...are the attributes of the newer Super Bench Pro worth making the change over to? Thank you.
Thanks so much! I am really glad to hear you like your Ironmaster pieces. I have not had the opportunity to use the OG Super Bench. However, I will say the leg ext / curl is one of my favorite attachments for the SBP. The bench at a 10 degree incline is a good thing IMO bc it creates additional space between your feet and the floor.
However, getting the SBP just for the Leg Ext / Curl is a tough call. With your height, I just don’t know if it’s going to feel too low…although 17” is what most benches are. If you could sell the OG and put some of that money towards the SBP it’s is probably worth it….just make sure you like pressing on a 17.2” bench.
However, if you have the room and funds, keep both, bc at your height, the seated shoulder press on the SBP is going to be low.
As always, great job!
Very much appreciated!
Thanks for all this info, u answered all the questions I had 👊
Great to hear! Thanks for checking out Part 1 and 2!
I love this review!
Thank you so much!
Hey, do you think you could attach rings to the pull up attachment? Would you hit your head doing ring push ups?
I no longer have the attachment to give it a closer look, but I think it would work.
Hope they gave you all that stuff for free. You are a great salesman for it. Good job.
Thank you! Nope. I am required to acknowledge if I get anything for free.
best review yet!!
I sincerely appreciate that. Thank you!
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Keep up the good work bro
@@TheTrueJDV thanks so much!
Thank you so much for this review!!
Thank you!
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews i liked, subscribed, and notifications on😉
@@TheTrueJDV Thank you! I’m glad the Ironmaster reviews were helpful. 🙌
Good review my guy!!!
Thank you, LMZ!
Like the test on the pull-up, MC TITAN approved 👊😆. You no longer can call anything what it is (Bedroom, garage, bathroom) its now Ironmaster blaster, Hacks 24 fitness, and Hot Yoga (Bathroom) center
I channeled my inner MC Titan for that Pull Up test!
Might be taking over the dining room and living room next 🤣
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews
Love it!! Haha you will have a tru Gym home 😉 I believe.
@@ShawntreezyBreezy lol!!!
Wish you more Blessings than you can ever count🙏 someday maybe you will teach noobs like me with your immense exp👍😊😊😊🌺
lol! I am glad to hear you find the reviews helpful.
Great content!
I really appreciate that! Thank you!
I bought the Hyper Core and absolutely hated it; it was returned back to IM.
As you showed in the review, it needs to be dropped down onto the floor after it's setup on the PRO bench, makes causes a loud slam. This also makes it tough to take out of the bench once you are done with it.
Instead of getting the additional attachment so that you don't have to connect it to the bench, I just got a standalone fold-able version from another brand.
All the other attachments have been great though and I absolutely love what IM has on offer 😀
I've been super happy with my purchases from them, well worth the money.
I’m glad to hear you are happy with most of your IM purchases. I’ve been really happy with all of the attachments, even the Hyper Core, but it helps that I have it in a permanent spot always connected to the lat tower seat. I don’t think I would like it as much if I only had the Super Bench Pro to connect it to.
I was wondering about that. Folding standalone hypers cost about the same or less and seem to me like they would be more convenient.
@@plmn93 I wouldn't recommend you to get the one from Iron Master, since the reliance on the bench makes the setup tedious. It's also important to pick one with a design that allows you to pickup/set down the weight directly from the floor, which you cannot with the IM one, since it's connected.
great review, thanks!
Thanks so much!
Great review
Thank you!
How high is the ceiling in the room where you tested the pull up attachment? Is it possible to extend the attachment to the maximum and do pull ups safely without hitting one's head in a room with an eight foot high ceiling?
The room has an 8’ ceiling. Yes, I am able to extend the attachment all the way for pull-ups and still not hit my head.
Grabbing the pro v2 bench next week. Some photos I've seen is a more matte grey color bench and some are black. Can you confirm the frame color please? Thanks!
It looks black to me.
Hey Coach , what equipment do you like for Obliques and Back ? Stay blessed🙏
For back, I really like the Titan HPND and I use the back extension regularly (Powertec, Titan, and Ironmaster). I usually don’t use a machine to target the obliques.
Do you think 83 inches of ceiling space will be enough for the chin up attachment. If not, what ceiling height do you recommend for the chin up bar? Thanks a million.
My ceiling is 96” which is enough for the pull-up to be extended all the way. However, the pull-up attachment is adjustable, so it can be lowered to fit into just about any space.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Much appreciated! Just got the ironmaster bench yesterday and can't wait to try out the chin up bar.
@@jono601 good to hear! Here’s to years of quality training.
Very good job
@@hwatts1095 thank you.
great video !
Thank you!
Great review ! Is the super pro bench good for a vertical storage ? Like a rogue 3.0 for example ? As it is wide and look pretty stable !
It will balance upright, although I’m not sure Ironmaster ever intended for it to be stored upright. Thanks so much!
Can you hang rings from the pull up attachment?
I don’t have any to try, but I don’t see why not. I attach the Angles 90 Grips to the bar without issue.
Do you plan to review the Super Bench Pro V2 at some point?
Probably not. I have a review comparing The Super Bench Pro V1 to the Powertec FID Bench. I made most of the upgrades on my own: wheel kit, hybrid pad, I wrote the settings on the lever’s dial; I’m only missing the handle and the additional seat setting.
Great vid again HGHR
Would the preacher pad be ok for big fellas like myself? Or would I be far too hunched over or would tilting the bench slightly upwards with the point of the bench where the preacher is elevated work? The preacher pad is 1 of the SBs most crucial attachments I feel, along with the leg curl/ext and the crunch attachment, but it looks like it only has 1 height setting
Other option is to go down the ATX/Powertec attachment bench route as they seem to have better adjustability with their leverage preacher curl attachments but also better adjustability with the leg extension being able to sit back on the bench with a backrest, something the Ironmaster SB doesn't do (need a barbell backrest hack as you show in the vid), though the SB will be better for my dumbbells as it opens up the spotter stands option and gives me a solid flat bench option/occasional adjustable bench
Probably can get away without the preacher attachment if a dedicated station fits in my setup 🤔 though I do like the idea of dragging the SB over to a cable station for curls
Thank you, RWBB! You are right, there is only one height setting for the preacher pad, but as you mentioned, slightly changing the angle of the bench might work. It’s difficult to say for sure without trying it in-person. From time to time, one of my 6’4” friends visits and when he does I’ll have him try it out (unfortunately, he is presently out of the country).
The preacher is one of my favorites, if not my favorite, of the SBP attachments. However, the leg ext / leg curl is up there too. It fits me really well and when going heavy it just feels “right” (even without handles and a back support) and especially since having the wider pad on the bench.
Great review as always! You can also do pullups with the plate hanging on the back, instead of having it frontally, can you not?
Thank you! I guess you could, but unlike the dip attachment, the holes in the pull-up bar are only on one side (which would be the side for the pull knob…not the twist knob).
I'm finding used Ironmaster benches on Facebook Marketplace. Are there 3 different Ironmaster benches throughout recent years: 1 SuperBench, 2 SuperBench Pro, and 3 SuperBench Pro V2? I plan to buy accessories as well, eg pullup, dips, leg curl, maybe the lats station, etc. Will all three of these versions accept those accessories? I haven't yet chosen one of these benches. Any thoughts?
@@leavingbabylon3008There is the Original, the Super Bench Pro, and the Super Bench Pro V2. The original bench is too tall and I don’t recommend it; but the attachments will work on both of the Super Benches.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews thank you for a quick response. I'm watching your Ironmaster vids -- learning about the pec dec and the IM 2000. Much thanks. SUBSCRIBED.
@ I really appreciate it. Thank you and I hope the videos are helpful. My Ironmaster videos are some of my earlier videos and I don’t have any of that equipment any longer, but I stand by all the information in the videos.
Just need the dumbbells to complete the IM gym 😉
If I didn’t have a set of dumbbells, they would be my first choice!
Man if it wasn't for the silly 45* angle the seat goes on when doing incline dumbells this was the best bench to go for.
@@smeshfactory3992 I agree, the seat is the biggest area for this bench to be improved.
How is the dip attachment on this bench and I fi wanna add weigjt on a belt will a kettle bell hit something as iam dipping or will I be good?
Turn the other way and it is fine. Just stay within the max weight limit.
Great review! Have you been able to figure out how to do heavy decline presses? Seems like you have to first climb onto the bench, making it impossible to then lift heavy dumbbells.
Thank you! Not without a spotter to get the dumbbells into position. Also, IM sales a dumbbell spotting stand for the Super Bench…unfortunately, I have not had a chance to use it.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews I don't have a leg extension attachment, but I was thinking that could be used to hold down your legs for decline presses. In this position, you can walk over with heavy dumbbells and sit directly on the bench. What do you think?
@@Mr_Ed I use the sit up attachment for decline exercises. I show that in Part 1
@@HomeGymHacksandReviewsright. Me too. But that situp attachment is impossible to use with heavy dumbbells, so I was thinking maybe the leg attachment can serve as the leg holder for decline presses. You think that could work?
@@Mr_Ed I just tried it and I did not like the body position.
Hey HGHR, what advantages does the Hyper Core attachment have over standalone back extension machines?
@@RonMexico527 just that’s it’s an attachment and can be stored away easily. A stand alone will have a better place to put your feet, which is the biggest downside to the Hyper Core.
Great upload excellent good luck ❤️❤️interested like it
Thanks so much!
Do you happen to have the measurements for the square tube that goes into the bench for the attachments?
1 3/4” x 1 3/4”
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews awesome thank you so much for the fast reply!
@@tomw675 glad to help!
@Home Gym Hacks and Reviews its been a long wait, waiting on ironmasters restock. But I can confirm the preacher curl will fit the rep ab5000 bench with a little bit of grinding
@@tomw675 very good to know.
Great video, which is better IM2000 or Powertech leverage gym, as I am going to build a garden gym, here in the UK and wounded which is most versatile
Both have a high/low pulley. Your decision may be largely based on if you prefer a straight bar or handles like on the Levergym. I haven’t hacked the IM 2000 as much as the LG because I haven’t had it as long, but I have 4 videos showing all of the different things that can be done with the LG.
Yeah I have watched them, as you make the most of each piece of equipment, keep up the good work
@@kailashsharma2699 thank you!
Good job! those things make a Transformer jealous lol..
Thanks Mik! I agree 🤣
What would be the factors to consider between the bench pro Chin Up attachment vs the Ultimate Chin Up Attachment IM2000? I am 5' 11" and 185 pounds. Thank you in advance for your time!!
I have a video for the Ultimate Chin Up attachment. One needs to be mounted to the IM 2000 and it has adjustable knurled handles while the other is an attachment for the bench with neoprene grips. If you have the IM 2000 and the super bench, I would take the Ultimate over the attachment.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Thank you for the recommendation I figured the Ultimate having knurled and being attached permanently to the IM2000 might be more stable and more important keeping things flowing. I mean less barrier to just jump into pull up vs lowering the bench look for the attachment setting it up etc.
I think the equipment from the video that is useful will be the dip attachment because its a single piece compared to the dip attachment for the IM2000 that you have to lower the bar then setting the handles individually compared to the easy of use of the bench..IMO
@@nislau03 very much agreed.
Is the hybrid pad an upgrade for the Superbench pro V2?
@@VTF82 it’s standard on the new bench.
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The standard pad looks more like leather and the Hybrid pad more like a carbon fiber type of weave.
@@VTF82 the hybrid pad certainly feels and looks unique.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews good grip?
Just got the Super bench pro 2. First see how I like the original pad.
Hello, do you know if the max. Weight supported by the hypercore attachment is intended user+weight or just weight without counting the weight of the user ?
300 pounds takes into account the weight of the user and whatever additional weight is added to the exercise.
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews thank you for your answer , very helpful 🙏💪🏻
@@elba9444 happy to help!
I'm 6'3. Do you think the preacher pad is too low for me as the height is not adjustable? I wonder if the hypercore would work for seated preacher curls for me?
Also how tall are you?
@@tcglog-gamesrclightersflas9742 I have a review for the Hyper Core and it is quite a bit taller. If I remember correctly, I show preacher curls on the attachment.
I’m reluctant to say the preacher will work for you. Hopefully, someone who is around your height will reply with their experience. I am 5’9”
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews Thanks for your answer! That's what I was afraid of. I have searched but no tall dudes have written their opinion on the preacher pad. Yes you showed standing preachers on the hypercore. Great review btw!
@@tcglog-gamesrclightersflas9742 thanks so much!
Excellent review! Thank you! 🙏
@@g_fitness greatly appreciated.
Superb review!!! Thank you.
Thank you!
@@HomeGymHacksandReviews
My pleasure.