Archon Fitness Pulley Cable Station Unboxing and Set Up.

Don't have room for a full size cable station? Here's another option.
In this video I will unbox and set up the Archon Fitness single pulley cable station. I will also walk you through all the components that come with it, and give you my initial reaction to it.
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If you have any questions post them in the comments section below. If you found this video helpful, please give it a like. Thanks!

[@JBruce-nc1mn]

You absolutely sold me on this. Thanks for the great video.

[@JScottHelms]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@johnshadow9310]

Another excellent video. You have a knack for these. I saw them advertised before but did not appreciate their quality until I saw this. Thank you

[@JScottHelms]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@1986mumbles]

Thanks for the review. I found it helpful.

[@JScottHelms]

You’re welcome, thanks for watching!

[@tonyallen3138]

Man thank you for a solid review. You just sold me on this unit.

[@JScottHelms]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@Peeto2393]

Thank you very informative!

[@JScottHelms]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@emilyhite9461]

Thanks for the video, very informative and helped me feel confident in getting this product ! 👍

[@JScottHelms]

I’m glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@dennismiddleton3192]

Nice video. Super easy for me since I have the exact same half rack! Thank you!

[@JScottHelms]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@MalikStoneFitness]

Thank you

[@JScottHelms]

You can watch Part II right here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZ3Xe3t3i76ZnMU Thanks for watching, if you have any questions please post them in the comments. I will answer to the best of my ability.

[@howboutfoff]

Thanks for the vid. Mine is on its way. The cable looks so long. Can't get full range of motion with each movement. Hmmm

[@JScottHelms]

Watch a couple of the other pulley videos I have posted. I show you how to work around the long cable. Thanks for watching!

[@hjbutlerrb]

You need to get yourself a Hulk fit Power cage It comes with a Cable crossover. It would fit In that smalle apartment.

[@Gamingwithgleez]

This was very good. Thanks for this. I am looking for something like this for my power rack. This gives me some good perspective. Has it held up well since you bought it? I would love to know. Thanks man.

[@JScottHelms]

These pulleys have been amazing. I bought two of them to try and do an upper and lower pulley system on my half rack. They are well made with quality materials and have held up great. I have had zero problems with them. Both still function perfectly and are as smooth and quiet as the day I got them. I have made a couple of shorter cables for them but I knew going in I may have to. But the shorter cables have actually given me more option for setup and use. Can't say enough good about them. I also have a couple of other videos on them showing different set ups and the shorter cables. You're welcome and thanks for watching!

[@Gamingwithgleez]

@@JScottHelms Thanks for getting back to me. I actually did check out those other videos after I left this comment. Thanks so much for the info. I appreciate it!

[@JScottHelms]

You’re very welcome!

[@ClimbToWealth]

Great video!

[@JScottHelms]

Thank you!

[@hwang1607]

Good review, thanks

[@JScottHelms]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@chrisg8820]

I have a nice Smith Machine from Fray Fitness coming this Friday and i just ordered this last night but got the 55inch. I'm glad i didnt do 70inch i had a feeling it would be to long. I already have a rope from an older piece of gym equipment i sold years ago but i did just order a Lat Bar so hoping this will work well with that. I have the room for a bigger set up but after buying the Smith Machine, a bench and some dumbbells im done spending a ton of money so i hope i like this. I'll have a nice set up if this works well.....great review!

[@JScottHelms]

Sounds like you got yourself set up. Fray Fitness makes some really good gear. A buddy of mine has one if their racks, built like a tank. After you get it post something here and let me know what you think. Thanks.for watching!

[@chrisg8820]

J Scott Helms will do

[@leoh.7160]

Chris G I just ordered the 55” also directly from Archon. Hopefully it comes in this week. I have an old cheap Weider rack that I’ve been using forever and it’s pretty short. So this may be just what I need. I maybe able to add an additional pulley and get a longer cable from Home Depot or Lowe’s so I can do low cable rows.

[@chrisg8820]

Leo H. I can confirm this cable is worth every penny, such an affordable option if you have a rack. Still new but holding up well, very smooth and quality parts. I’ve been using all week, feels good to do some tricep push downs and lat pulls again.

[@leoh.7160]

Chris G Thanks for the update man! I’m looking forward to it coming in. I had already pieced together a DIY kit, but for a few dollars more I figured the Archon is a deal since I won’t have to mess with making my own cables. I can’t wait for it to get here!

[@wsalas13]

Good review...tx!

[@JScottHelms]

Thanks!

[@jernelwaay3681]

Awesome video. Question, can you attach a standard plate?

[@JScottHelms]

Yes, Archon makes a plate holder for both standard and Olympic plates. You just have to order the one you need.

[@josephwinkler9131]

What is the blue bar at the top back of your rack? I have the same rack but haven't seen this on another nor when you set up your rack.

[@JScottHelms]

It’s a piece of 1x1 square metal tubing I added. I cut, drilled and painted it to match the rack. I added it so I could attach my Archon pulley system. It allows me some flexibility in how and where I can put the pulleys. It has been a great addition. I have also used it for resistance bands. By using that added bar I don’t have to take them off every time I want to move the pull-up bar for dips.

[@hmtaylor7]

Thank you for the videos. I just ordered two. Archon now ships each pulley with 70” and 55” length cables. My question is - is it easy to remove and install the cable? Say I want to use 70” one day and 55” another - what is involved in swapping out the cables? Thanks!

[@JScottHelms]

It is very simple, takes about 30 seconds. On one side of the pulley there is a cotter pin that holds a small shaft in place. Remove pin, slide shaft out and remove cable. That simple. In one of my pulley videos I actually take it apart and show you how to do it. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching!

[@hmtaylor7]

J Scott Helms thank you! I actually just saw that. Thanks again!

[@hmtaylor7]

J Scott Helms can I ask you another question? Have you tried setting the pulley(s) at any different points on your rack other than up top or on the bottom? I’m wondering if the pulley can be mounted on a side beam of the rack (say for chest flys in that position).

[@JScottHelms]

I did try to mount one to one of the side beams of my half rack. It will fit around the beam, but it tended to slide down and move on me. It probably is possible to make it work, but I have not really spent much time trying to figure it out.

[@hmtaylor7]

J Scott Helms thanks - small nylon tie straps - Jim in the Gym (KZbin user) posted a video demonstrating.

[@RockXP]

How is the pulley system holding up after a few months of use? Is it still worth it?

[@JScottHelms]

It’s holding up great. I use at least twice a week and have had no problems with it. I think its absolutely worth it, I have actually started looking into some new attachments to expand what I can do with it.

[@RockXP]

@@JScottHelms Thanks for getting back to me. Please do a follow up video with your new attachments.

[@JScottHelms]

You’re welcome. I am planning a follow up, hopefully for this month or early March. Let me know what you think of yours. Thanks for watching!

[@RockXP]

@@JScottHelms I have not purchased it yet. I read the Amazon reviews and still on the fence. I will wait for your follow up video before purchasing. Thanks

[@WLM41]

@@JScottHelms Nice review! I would love to get one but they are sold out.

[@bishopbrar2423]

i think might the 54 inch one since 70 innches seems too long

[@JScottHelms]

I think the 55 inch cable would be great. The 70 inch works but requires a little creativity to get everything you want. Thanks for watching.

[@tomherd6331]

just bougth this rack but it didnt come with that other cross bar, the blue one. Did that come with yours or did you purchase it?

[@JScottHelms]

Hey Tom. I actually made it. I have a video coming shortly that covers how I did it. It's 1x1 steel square tubing that's painted to match the rack.

[@mmatanguihan]

Sir - do you know if Archon can be used w/ the standard 1" plates as well as the 2" Olympic plates?

[@JScottHelms]

The plate holder is not universal. They offer a version for both 1 inch plates and 2 inch plates. You must specify which one you need when you order.

[@mmatanguihan]

@@JScottHelms Thank u, sir for your prompt response

[@jerryha499]

how tall is your crossmember? Debating if the 70 is too long. Thanks!

[@JScottHelms]

85 inches.

[@raheemlawrence3192]

Whats the purpose of the 70inch cable?? it must have one that im not seeing..

[@JScottHelms]

I’m not sure how they came up with that length. Almost everyone seems to think it’s too long. The only way I can see 70 inches working well is if you can mount to your ceiling. Otherwise it is a few inches too long. It does work with my rack, but it’s not ideal.

[@raheemlawrence3192]

@@JScottHelms so to build a high and low pulley system can you do it with just the 50inches instead of 70inch? Is that an option?

[@JScottHelms]

@@raheemlawrence3192 I think to do the high and low set up you will need the 50 and 70. It may be possible to do it with just the 50's but I think it will be a little short.

[@raheemlawrence3192]

@@JScottHelms is the 70 best to be low or high?

[@JScottHelms]

@@raheemlawrence3192 I have done it both ways. I think the most effective way is to use the 70 on the high pulley.

[@sessroma9897]

What of we don't have a squat rack? Any suggestions?

[@JScottHelms]

These can be mounted almost anywhere that can support the weight you want to use. If you don’t mind installing anchors, the ceiling is a great option. In the carport, garage or basement. The lanyard can be wrapped around studs and joists, or anchors could also be installed..

[@sessroma9897]

@@JScottHelms thanks for replying! Great video. Do you think I could use this on a pull-up bar in my bedroom door?

[@JScottHelms]

@@sessroma9897 I've never had one of the doorway pull up bars, so I don't really know much about them. If it is securely mounted, its possible. I would also check to see what the weight limit of the pull up bar is.

[@sessroma9897]

@@JScottHelms i will check that out thanks!

[@fade2bellz]

@@sessroma9897 I had a Gold's Gym pull-up bar and the weight limit on mine was 250 pounds.

[@ToneysReviews]

Or....you can do this yourself with parts from home depot/lowers for a fraction of the cost.

[@JScottHelms]

You’re right. I bought everything to make my own cables from Lowe’s. I haven’t tried the pulleys yet, but I will eventually. Thanks for watching.

[@ToneysReviews]

@@JScottHelms you should make a video of the diy setup as it may help you get more views than the pulley system.

[@JScottHelms]

Thanks. I will see what I can do.

[@Peeto2393]

Thank you very informative!