Squat rack/cage & bench press under 80" for basement?

cdahl383
cdahl383 Posts: 726 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Anyone know of a squat rack/cage that also does bench press with safety bars that would clear a 80-82" ceiling in the basement? Not planning on getting anything soon, but maybe later in the winter or next spring. Most power racks/cages seem to be around 82" or so which would just touch my ceiling, would like to get something that would leave some room.

BTW, I'm a total noob to bench press/squat rack/cages so keep that in mind. I've looked around a little on Craigslist and read up a little on other forums but there are so many different types its kind of overwhelming.

Most likely will be looking for used equipment to keep cost down as the new stuff is kind of expensive.

Appreciate any suggestions!

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  • cdahl383
    cdahl383 Posts: 726 Member
    Did some research and found a few options. Thought I'd post these up here in case anyone else ever wanted to look into it rather than leave it an open unanswered thread.

    http://www.amazon.com/TDS-C-92560-B-POWER-RACK-HIGH/dp/B008FPVTL6 - this is a 72" power rack rated at 1000 lbs

    http://www.newyorkbarbells.com/pro92560.html - this is a power cage that's 76" tall and rated at 1000 lbs

    http://www.newyorkbarbells.com/92565.html - here's a sumo rack that's 66" tall, but not sure what weight its rated for.

    The first option above is only $250 and with shipping is a little over $300, not too bad. These all seem like decent quality racks/cages for the money as well.
  • cdahl383
    cdahl383 Posts: 726 Member
    Ended up finally getting a power rack and chose the Body Solid GPR378. It stands 79.5" tall and will just fit in my basement that is 81-82" tall due to the drop ceiling. Fitness Factory had a deal on them for 15% off and free shipping, couldn't beat it!
  • sgt1372
    sgt1372 Posts: 3,997 Member
    cdahl383 wrote: »
    Ended up finally getting a power rack and chose the Body Solid GPR378. It stands 79.5" tall and will just fit in my basement that is 81-82" tall due to the drop ceiling. Fitness Factory had a deal on them for 15% off and free shipping, couldn't beat it!

    Can you do a full OHP w/only a 80" ceiling?

    Doubt it but you're GTG for SQTs, BPs and DLs. Enjoy!

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