How to Build a HOME HALF RACK (Move It Anywhere!) - DIY Duke

How to Build a Home Half Rack which is mobile and can be used either in your home, your garage or outside. Move it anywhere!
With the HALF RACK you can perform a variety of exercises including pull-ups, squats, overhead press, bench press and more! And unlike the POWER RACK, it's also portable and can be moved indoors our outdoors relatively easily.
In this DIY video we'll go through how to make the HALF RACK using a minimal amount of tools and supplies with easy tutorial instructions. You'll have yourself a weight lifting piece of gym equipment in no time!
Let me know if you'd like to see me build more DIY gym equipment - I'd love to make a complete outdoor DIY Gym! Until next time...STAY BUFF. -DUKE
#buffdudes #diy #homegym

[@moonlightrouge3956]

And when we needed him most, he returned

[@diyduke]

So nice, thankyou 😀

[@anthonylargeanus9401]

The avatar has returned

[@davidzamora9973]

Hell yea!

[@liftingafterdark3241]

Came to the comment section to say the same thing! I’ve been waiting on this video!

[@philmessina476]

I just built my half rack combo!!! I'm so stoked. I've been watching this video over and over, waiting for this moment. I got the pressure treated lumber a few weeks ago, then the parts. But I couldn't find the plates and the "unions" (or couplings). Lately, there have been lumber shortages out here in the Bay Area and Central California. But I finally had time to cut the 10' posts into all the sections. In the video, he skips the shorter floor beams, which are 21". But you can see them in the diagram. Then, I assembled the parts with a little help in my backyard. So, far so good. I already have the adjustable bench. Now, I'm just waiting on my new 45 lb Olympic bar and some plates! Woo hoo! Thanks, DIY Duke!

[@diyduke]

I'm back.

[@hollywoodj5758]

DIY Duke awesome!

[@totttrax]

Please don't leave us for 30 years again duke

[@Dagreatkid2000]

DIY Duke are you serious about the how much weight does it take to break 4x4 because you really got my hopes up for that video

[@ronniemillsap]

Welcome back!!!

[@shayne182]

You were missed, buff dad!

[@evatuckjr9091]

I'm surprised with some of the negative reviews. I was so impressed with the kzbin.infoUgkxMwYg0MOXR4M-oGeyBsNSYe1aPOUoRH6D cage that I got the lat pulldown attachment that goes with it. It is equally outstanding. I don't have one complaint other than putting it together is a job. The instructions and packaging of the parts are very well designed and organized. Also, I stripped and damaged the pull down cable the first day, admitting it was my stupid fault, and they quickly replaced it at no charge. I'm 6'5, 280lbs and fit in the cage just fine. Glenn B

[@truh_von_tay]

I noticed some shaking and am concerned so I’ll be praying for D.I.Y. Duke to be blessed to be around another 20 years. 🙏🏾

[@sagargaigawale]

I noticed too. He'll definitely be shooting for that 3 figure mark(100).

[@diyduke]

It's an inherited condition called essential tremors. As many as one in 20 people older than age 40 and one in five people over 65 may have essential tremor. I got a few good years left 😉

[@klattson112]

My nana quivered so much she vibrated, but it didnt impact her life much and she lasted until 94

[@truh_von_tay]

DIY Duke Good 🙏🏾 Id never seen it in any other videos and I’m like...it ain’t stop him from building anything else. Just didn’t know if it was recent or progressive kinda thing. Much love and blessings ✊🏾💪🏾

[@kickstothehead3705]

DIY Duke dude jus means you used them hand a lot in your life man props to you an all your work an gains

[@seanpi8798]

Buff Duke is that really cool father figure that you look up to as a kid, and even as an adult

[@diyduke]

Thankyou Sean, so happy about that 😀 See you next video

[@denniskurz9135]

@@diyduke Duke, you're the man. We love you, buddy! :)

[@diyduke]

@@denniskurz9135 Dennis, thankyou so much 😀

[@FtdsECh0]

Duke talks to the camera with a lot of sincerity that it’s sort of comforting. Great man!

[@diyduke]

Thankyou 😀

[@FishingForLife28]

I made a half-rack of my own design and a homemade barbell and weights myself this week. I made the mistake of posting a picture of it. Now I'm getting messages from people I haven't spoken to in 5 years. This is what girls must feel like when they get out of a longterm relationship

[@diyduke]

🤣

[@Worlds.Strongest.Mauro10]

Pics or it didnt happen

[@jeffstewart7279]

Was your design similar to this? Did you use 4x4 beams for support? What was your hole spacing? @DIY Duke uses 3.5" spaced holes, but to accommodate both my wife and I I would need some holes to be 2" spaced, and I'm really hoping that won't jeopardize the strength of the setup

[@geekcommentator8567]

This man is a treasure and must be protected at all cost.

[@Ma_K95]

I've never seen a video with this many views yet 0 dislikes. Says a lot about how much people appreciate these equipment builds during this time of need

[@05218260]

Perfect timing with the gyms being closed... we need all the diy gyms we can get....

[@VengeanceFalls]

Duke is my goal when im older. Woodworker and buffdude.

[@CalebSemalion]

If you’re getting Parkinson’s or already have it, it’ll be ok, you’ve got this , you’ll prosper. It runs in my family and is my biggest fear but it’s made me realize the importance of family . When your hands aren’t steady, God will place people around you to steady them for you.

[@diyduke]

Thank you. I actually have a condition called Essential Tremors which was inherited. I agree totally with, "People around you to steady them for you." Family ❤️

[@tonythebiz]

14:46 sir you hit the hardest "buff dude style" i have ever seen. I felt that.

[@yousehold]

I built this as a DIY novice, so I just wanted to say thanks Duke for the very accessible & (mostly) complete video! A few things: A) the video somewhat skims over ALL the locations for the nail plates (namely at the junction of the main mast and the base), but you can see them in shots toward the end of the video. B) I needed more than 1lb. of deck screws (at 1 5/8 length) to complete the project. Buy 2lb to be safe. C) If you play it right, you can get the holes in the two plates to line up so you don't have to screw through the metal (e.g. at 13:47). Not a big deal but if you are slightly OCD like me it feels good. D) I built mine higher so I could dead hang without touching the ground. I'm 6'2", and I cut the vertical pieces to 97". For this I bought 2x10' and 2x14' pieces of lumber (hardware store was out of 12 footers) This adds mass obviously, but hey why not get BUFF just moving your rack around? Thanks again!

[@kylemurray3526]

“This adds mass obviously” I sure hope it does 😂. We’re the same height so thanks for sharing this!

[@darianmccoy6433]

About how much would you say this project cost? Just wondering for myself!

[@yousehold]

@@darianmccoy6433 I remember spending about $150 on this project at my friendly local hardware store, but I had to buy a couple tools, & I doubled up the plumbing in order to have two sets of rack pins. In raw materials, you can probably land around $100-$120 at a big chain store.

[@buckadillafilms]

I wanna be like this cat when I grow up. Thanks Duke!

[@fightermma]

Material List: 4x10ft 4 by 4 Pressure Treated Lumber 24x Nail Plates 1 x 1lbs Box Deck Screws 2 x ¾" Chair Flange 2x ¾ x 4½" Pipe Nipple 2x ¾ x 1½" Pipe Nipple 2x ¾" Pipe Union 2x ¾" Pipe Caps Tools List: Drill 1¼" Speed Bor Drill Bit Torx 8 Saw PPE Square

[@andrèharrison7164]

The duke of hazzard knocks it out of the park again. Straight up champion

[@diyduke]

That was very nice of you to say, thankyou so much 😀

[@brigittebuck1466]

what an excellent little orange observer!

[@lukebruck3246]

He is a national treasure. Spend as much time with him as you can!

[@osvaldoumana4494]

My son and I build your power rack..... it came out grat!!!! thank you guys for all the help on these projects.....next step......this half rack!!!!! thanks again...

[@asims1988]

I wrapped the racking pin with black electric tape to prevent the metal on metal from ruining the coating on my bar. Thank you so much for the idea.

[@ZoltanHercules]

Glad to read that the little shake is nothing serious. You seem like a great guy and I’ve loved some of the videos you’ve produced. Certainly getting me thinking!

[@ahmedtolba293]

Outdoor DUMBBELLS!... YEAAH

[@ArvidTheViking]

Hell yeah, the world needs more Duke! Welcome back 😀💪

[@diyduke]

😀 thankyou my good friend 💪

[@hiscreation5124]

Duke rocks!...I'm 55 and your an inspiration to us older dudes trying to stay fit.

[@wahidpawana424]

DIY Duke: "Here is how you build your own half rack." Me living in an apartment: "I could only dream."

[@jlatreille87]

Probably my favorite diy tutorial, going to use the same structure to build a yoke

[@ab5olut3zero95]

My wife n I just decided to build our own power rack because the on-post gyms are still closed, and I found your channel. So glad I did. Thanks very much and God bless.

[@Eveningkiss]

Made this last year. I use it daily. My friends like to use this when they come over. :) thanks duke! You rock.

[@Fitforacting]

Your sons are lucky to have you Duke. Thanks for being on KZbin and helping us all out

[@diyduke]

Thankyou so much 😀

[@taylorbeidatsch3778]

Just built this and it works great! Parts costed me about 125 which is way cheaper than trying to buy a metal half rack right now. Thank you so much DIY Duke for the design and for helping me stay a buff dude during all these gym closures!

[@stevenjones6946]

This man is a real American.

[@benspellman1118]

just built this in the basement. We used 8'ers instead of 10's and it came out great!

[@ryanchopy448]

Did you scale back the front and back supports? (36" and 20something)

[@jayklink851]

How did I just find this channel? I remember watching the Buff Dudes when I first started lifting in 2013. Duke inspired me to build my first wooden Squat/power rack, bought the wood yesterday. I am going to attempt to incorporate a pull down into Dukes design.

[@thevoid5117]

How did It go? I'm going to do the same.

[@jayklink851]

@@thevoid5117 Hey! Pretty good, I acquired the material's necessary and began measuring/cutting the wood. However, I decided to amend the Buff Dudes plan if ever so slightly. Personally, for back exercises, the constant resistance of cable machines superior (for me). After watching a video by Eddy Concepcion, who included a lat pull down on his rack, I've decided to incorporate some of his designs (for my own rack). Here is the link, good luck! kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJy2domYps2ci7c

[@Pgeorgiex]

Been watching you and your sons channels since 2014. Good to see that you're back!

[@diyduke]

Thankyou

[@wernorek]

Muchas gracias por compartir el conocimiento, excelente atril!, es lo mas simple y funcional que he visto en toda la red, sólo le agregaría un par de mejoras para que quedara perfecto: 1) descanso para squat a 34" del piso, en escuadra a 90° 2) 2 apoyos de 20" en borde interno, para colocar bandas elásticas en la barra de pull ups 3) 4 argollas con carabiner en par en: sector superior del atril, perpendicular a la barra, en la horizontal de la barra y en el sector inferior del atril. Muchas gracias por compartir de muy buenos videos!...Saludos desde Chile!

[@letmein218]

Yes! Please do max weight test!

[@fredastaire6156]

In DUKE we trust!

[@wolfiemac32]

BUFF Duke is king

[@vladtepist3539]

Awesome spark button live long and prosper

[@mortenfrederiksen3063]

What a LEGEND, everything I aspire to be in my role as a father... dreaming of still being able to play with me own two boys once they grow up. Thank you for being an inspiration... STAY BUFF💪💪

[@AshInTrees]

Thanks for the amazing idea! It only cost me $148 for materials buying everything new.

[@thebeastmoment]

This is going to be my first ever DIY project, thanks!

[@diyduke]

Frank, you can do it, let me know if you have any questions 💪

[@new_game2589]

How'd it turn out?

[@diyduke]

@@new_game2589 Great 💪

[@bluemoonfilmproductions7800]

Yeah. The world needs more DIY Duke. Maybe the next project could be the DIY Duke homemade treadmill

[@diyduke]

😀

[@maciej5621]

A glorious return of the Duke! Building the half rack right now but i dont have enough 4x4s so i will glue and screw some 2x4s together for the horizontal supports. That hopefully will do the trick.

[@diyduke]

😀 thankyou, yes gluing two together will work fine, like a glulam 💪

[@qsatar]

Hello Diy Duke.. Thanks to you I have built a nice Half Rack and a bench. Your son's are very lucky to have you. Best of luck.

[@ketou21]

DIY Duke saves the day once again

[@diyduke]

Thanks fellow Buff dude 💪

[@markjoseph3347]

Thank you so much for this Buff Dad! I just finished building my half rack and I LOVE IT! Thank you for the directions...I also made my own bench just like yours. I wanted to initially do a power rack...but I'll be moving soon so I don't want to have to transport it...half rack is way easier for that. Us DIYers truly appreciate you.

[@diyduke]

Thankyou so much Mark, glad I could help 😀

[@Thalazon]

First time homeowner and I have a garage. Building this and the power rack ASAP! Thank you for this!

[@diyduke]

That's awesome Mitch 😀

[@javiermontes905]

I love how this video is edit. I get a good laugh or a good idea how to go about this thanks for sharing.🔥🔥🔥

[@johnbugnoii]

Love the vid!! Reminds me of building things around my parents house and with my dad. Thanks so much and God bless!!

[@lvl99raidboss]

You legit may have just saved my life. This is bar none the most NOVEL thing I think I have ever laid eyes on.

[@diyduke]

Thanks so much Jonathan 😀

[@jorgedardon5487]

I'm 24 and I grew up with computers, spending so much of my time on them. I think how different my life would have been if someone like this was showing me how to build useful things and get excited about projects. I hope I can learn from you and teach my kids

[@attorneygleech]

Matching bench press would be a great project!

[@yukimasaheppe1079]

Just found you, just subbed, I really appreciate how mindful you are of building this👍

[@wesleyangel777]

Holy cow, I'm so late for this! I'm super stoked you are back DIY Duke aka BUFF Dad aka Master of Buffcraft! I really appreciate your work and watching the fun you and your awesome family have. I also really enjoy how creative these builds are. Thanks so much for your very well timed return and I sincerely look forward to whatever you do next! Stay safe and have an great evening!

[@diyduke]

Thanks so much Wesley 😀

[@raymondnorman274]

I would like to see BUFF Duke build a leg extension/curl for the DIY Bench

[@williambrooks276]

Your the BEST DIY DUKE!

[@chrisharlin7096]

Slow down! I just finished the bench and started on the power rack. Honestly, this video put a smile on my face

[@diyduke]

Thanks Chris, a smile is an invaluable trait 😀

[@armandolima6541]

Hi Duke, I made the power rack and the bench following your instructions, thank you very much! Greetings from Argentina.

[@diyduke]

Oh that's great, thankyou. Hope you're safe and healthy in Argentina 😀

[@HeCute_]

once i have my own house i will be building this. thanks duke!

[@FirestarterX3m]

"DIY Duke is back" and I'm like : hell yeah!!!

[@theBoonarmies]

The can do energy and attitude here is incredible. Love your work Duke, absolutely love it.

[@hpniemi]

Nowadays, after 2 years, both metal and wood are so expensive at least in Europe that you can buy a cheap one with the same price than do it yourself but of course the joy of diy remains

[@trinkosol]

I just built this. I spent about $130 for the untreated 4x4, strong ties, black pipe, screws and 1 1/4 inch auger bit. For about $40 more, I could have purchased the well reviewed valor stands from Amazon, but building this is worth mega man points :-). Thanks Buff Dad!

[@Leeyamightes]

Hell yeah an outside gym just like Olympia

[@Brofessor__Oak]

Please stay forever Buff Duke

[@suavewolf1994]

I have missed DIY Duke so much, so happy to see this in my feed! Make it the best damn outdoor gym ever!

[@beccacertifiedpersonaltrai3636]

If the pipe used for the rack pins is black iron, it would be a good idea to remove them & store inside. Galv pipe fittings can be used. I like this rack design. It is very straight forward & explained well.

[@ronniemillsap]

Yes!! Always glad to see Buff Granpaw showing us some skills! Welcome back!!!

[@diyduke]

Thanks Ronnie 😀

[@s1x6x1s]

oh yeah! an outdoor gym for you and the boys when they get home is a good idea, Buff Duke!

[@attorneygleech]

Made the rack and bench. Works great. Couple of mods I added: offset 2 wheels and a gate handle on each stand and the bench, making them very portable. Also put a cap on top of the stands to help keep moisture out when left outside.

[@attorneygleech]

Another modification to the design. I added some thin gauge steel to the face of the rack so the knurling on the bar does not dig into the wood when racking.

[@huberhg]

Suggestion for build: PULLEY SYSTEM. Also, one can just get a longer galvanized pipe and avoid the nipple, just put some pvc pipe over the metal pipe, between the flange and the wood post, so that it doesn't slide back, plus the pvc protects the knurling of the bar because it's metal against pvc. BTW, I did the power rack... that thing is solid! it's the best diy power rack out there! Thank you!!!

[@diyduke]

Great ideas, that's fantastic you built the power rack 💪

[@jbyeats]

Fantastic project. Especially in today's world. Many thanks Mr Duke.

[@diyduke]

Thankyou so much 😀

[@MAGAMAN]

If you use those metal plates like he did, make sure you round over the edges with sandpaper and file the corners nice and round. Those things will shave the skin right off you leg.

[@shonuffRich]

Thanks Buff Duke!

[@jackedpie22]

I just built this yesterday and its great it only cost me about 150 and its great. Totally kicks ass

[@klaush131]

Just finished my Squatrack based on this (an the power rack) The detailed description of everything helped me a lot! Looking forward to many squats in my home gym

[@jasonshepherd9329]

I basically built this exact rack using the Buff Dudes Power Rack and some other YT video of a cheap rack. This is awesome!

[@ThugNugget33]

This guys voice is awesome.

[@michaelh9321]

DIY Duke knows all about building strong stuff; he built the whole Buff Family! *OH YEAH*

[@davidk3506]

Love any video with buff dad

[@diyduke]

Thanks David😀

[@ronatkinson8406]

Hello I just built the squat rack it turned out really good thanks for the video really helpful thanks

[@diyduke]

You're very welcome Ron, happy lifting 😀

[@personalwalk72]

You're cooler than the buff dudes thank you for showing us how to build the bench press squat racks

[@gmarks801]

Your videos are so helpful. Thank you. Please teach us how to make an adjustable bench for these racks!

[@diyduke]

Thankyou Gatlin, that's a really great idea 💪

[@jakewilkinson3612]

not even watched the video yet but know i will be building this, the prices for the actual equipment has shot up to a ridiculous amount, you guys are great

[@richardmarch1312]

I just built a homemade bench using 2”x 6” lumber and 3/4” plywood. Now I’m gonna build this rack to go with it. Thanks, BUFF Dad! 💪🏻👍🏻

[@diyduke]

You're welcome 😀

[@Joe_Pittard]

Mother my child DIY Duke! Jokes aside, this is perfect timing, I'm fifteen, and trying to get a barbell and weights, and now I won't have to buy a half rack, I can make my own, and save a ton of money.

[@diyduke]

Haha, thataway Joe, don't let any body tell you that you can't make your own especially people who charge too much for there equipment 😀

[@akaimon3]

I need a hunk yard like his. 😻 ❤️this channel‼️

[@SeanWilsonMusic]

So many people have put up pictures and videos using your tutorial from years ago but its glad to have the OG back in business! I dont have space for the full rack but this one works perfectly for me! Thanks for the content!

[@diyduke]

Thankyou Sean, happy building 💪

[@CeeBee720]

Great vid:) Spent $210 last weekend in the New England area for the wood and material. Had all the tools. Fun DIY project, if you plan on keeping something outside- better than metal.

[@LitesLAB]

Welcome Back Duke! That was a great build! Keep em coming Buff Daddy!

[@diyduke]

Thankyou so much

[@nicolasgodoy578]

YOU ARE AWESOME THANKS AND KEEP SAFE

[@truitons]

awesome stuff … im doing the Power Rack this week... pretty sure ill do this one just for fun and put in my yard . I would enjoy building an ajustable bench !!! this is what the Power Rack need !

[@V_for_Vadim]

you are back !!!!!!!!

[@THirayama]

Duke, my grandpa also has some kind of tremor in his hands. He is 80 and still going strong. He got a little garden with all kinds of exotic plants in Brazil, which he takes care every day. Keep up the good work, you are doing great!

[@diyduke]

Thanks so much Tiago, I'm glad you're grandpa is staying busy and a garden is one of the best things 😀

[@samivey8416]

I've built the power rack and benches. 2 years of use and no wear still going strong! Love how quiet it is

[@diyduke]

That's awesome, and a good feature too, quieter 😀 thankyou

[@ProtienandIron]

I got so much respect for this guy. Legend.

[@parkerbeverley4271]

I wish I knew of this video when we did personal projects in shop class

[@mejulian01]

Wow. No way I could build this, but the explanation, starting with showing all the elements, all the way to the end is just fantastic.