I Dropped A Rogue Rhino In A REP PR-5000! // What worked and what didn't? | My Current Set-Up!

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[@Someb0dy7]

Got a link for the Titan pads? Can’t seem to find them, they look good on your Rhino!

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thanks! Here ya go... www.titan.fitness/strength/strength-accessories/deadlift-platforms/rubber-lifting-tiles/RBBRTL.html

[@turdrhinofiend]

been looking forward to this video :)

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

I'm glad someone was 😂 Let me know your thoughts!

[@wilsong4096]

The home gym looking amazing Carter !

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thanks Wilson! I'm loving this setup so far!

[@iamfuckingyourwaifuandther2743]

Yea, I wish rogue would make 80/85" uprights. I would have gone with the REP PR-5000, but the half 3/8inch and 1 inch hole system on the rogue uprights have let me use accessories for 3/8 hole racks, so now I don't want to go back to the 1-inch standard holes, but now I have to figure out where to fit the 90" uprights when I move :( Also for anyone reading this, always buy the standalone version of the rogue rhino even if you plan on dropping it in your rack. You get two extra 75" uprights, and two of those stabilizer feet for only $50 extra, and you will always have the option to make it stand alone. If you don't buy the stand alone version it will always have to take up space in your rack, the stabilizer feet will be like $200 extra and I don't think rogue even offers the 75" uprights separately, so you'd need to buy uprights from a different company for another $200+

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

I dont know why these companies dont have more height options for their uprights. Its kinda baffling. That's really good advice about the stand alone unit. It really is the best bang for your buck.

[@sephist]

Awesome vid bro. Your content is on point “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.” - Socrates

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thanks brother! Much appreciated 🙏

[@twistedbarbell3950]

Very cool configuration and use of that small space (looks like the same amount of space I have). The basement height definitely poses some challenges, but it's nice when you can get it to work.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thanks Marcus! Figuring out how to have a functional small space is part of the fun for me. I really like what you've done with yours.

[@twistedbarbell3950]

@@TheCarterHomeGym Indeed it is fun getting it to your satisfaction and you've done a great job so far.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@twistedbarbell3950 Thanks brother

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Interesting to hear what worked and what’s not perfect.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Yeah, the taller uprights should take care of most issues I'm having. Also, remember the trolly was hitting the Rhino horn? I had the platform bolted in the wrong position 🤦‍♂️ I moved it back one notch and it was fine.

[@MrCaptainCrazy]

Very nice!!!

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thank you! Thanks for watching!

[@mindgoesbodyfollows]

Looks awesome, might give this a go in the future as all of this is available in my couintry (australia)

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Cool! I saw Rep is expanding to Australia. Come back and let me know how it goes!

[@777barbellclub]

Doing the lords work

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

🙌🙌🙌

[@NoFate247]

Yeah, def. see how the cutting goes before buying 2 more.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

😂 yeah, all should go well but $300 down the drain hurts less than $600 😳😆

[@ramtron1775]

Superman laboratory. Love small footprint set ups.

[@Garage_gym48]

Awesome space. Man USA has some versatility on different companies and their attachments etc. some great gear and options in there!

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thanks man! Yeah, I like being able to mix and match. Where are you located?

[@Garage_gym48]

@@TheCarterHomeGym South Australia. We are slowly getting better. Getting nice flow of Rogue and Rep stuff now. But all in standard black. Definitely not clear coat… I would love to get Oak Club and Mutant Metals which may be wishful. And Kabuki.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

I saw Rep is over there now. Hopefully you guys get some more options soon!

[@Spark0872]

Great video. Very informative. Do you have any difficulty at all squatting in front of your rack? Also, are those Rep or Rogue crossmembers that the rhino is bolted to?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thanks! I have no issues squatting in front of my rack. I treat it like a half rack and work outside of it. The crossmembers are all Rep except for the top ones (pullup handles and rear).

[@babygiantbarbell1014]

I love the setup, but yea you did outline some significant issues with this setup. Gotta protect the head. That PCD from bulletproof looks like it is going to be awesome!

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thanks bro! Hopefully the taller uprights fix all the negatives I mentioned. The PCD should bring a lot of versatility and I'm super pumped for it!

[@terryconjugateiron]

Your gym looks killer brother 🎉🎉

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thanks bro! I've created a space I like being in. The workouts are awesome!

[@terryconjugateiron]

@@TheCarterHomeGym at some point I'd like to have a little space where I train how I want 🤝 I'm happy for you dude

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@terryconjugateiron Thatvwould be cool to see. Thanks brother!

[@LukesGarageGym]

The amount of times I smacked my head on my squat rack😂😂

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

😆😆😆

[@Shinzo404]

I have both the PR 5000 rack and a stand alone rhino. I love the setup and was hoping to drop the rhino into the rack. What rogue crossbars did you need to purchase to get it to fit? I was only hoping top crossbars would need to be purchased to accommodate the width of the platform. Thanks.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Yep, all you need are the top rear and front width crossmembers.

[@futbol1972]

Yea thats why iam leaning towards rogue monster instead since bells of steel only goes up to 5/8" i have seen people using the rep fitness dip handles to ise it with rhino but they only make them for 1" uprights. This other company also has some 1" dip handles to use with rhino for weigjted dips. Thats why i was thinking of getting the 1" rack instead. I guess it will be cool to do weigjted dips and pull ups using rhino belt squat, but is not a must though

[@aba192]

Youre wrong on all of what you wrote… BoS has a 1’’ line the manticore.. and reps dip handles are for 4000 or 5000 so 5/8 compatible.

[@BrimhallBarbellClub]

That is awesome. How did you get the Titan mats to wrap around at each side? It looks like they were designed for the Rhino.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thanks man! I just cut the corners with a box cutter so they would fit better.

[@user-le8yj8ki3c]

very nice gym. Do you have the uprights where you have the isolator mounted attach to the wall and what kind of bolts did you use?? is it stable when you seat on isolator pad for leg curls and other exercises?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thanks! No, I was going to try that but never did. I was going to mount the uprights to some wood and then into the wall.

[@NisAznMonk]

What did you do with the extra uprights? Were there any issues with the slight hole sizing differences between Rep and Rogue pieces?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

I have them in storage. I was planning on doing a Rep Athena but haven't yet. No issues with the different brands' sizing.

[@JoeyJungleGym]

Checking in. Added a +1 on subscriptions, late to party.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Welcome to the channel! Thanks for the sub 🙏 Hope you enjoy!

[@JoeyJungleGym]

@@TheCarterHomeGym For sure man. could watch home gym vids all day. Just got into the IG side of the world and added a few of you familiars.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@JoeyJungleGym You have an awesome gym! I wish I had that kind of space. The high ceilings and the outside turf are such great things to have.

[@JoeyJungleGym]

@@TheCarterHomeGym Your set up is badass! Looks engineered and thought out for space vs use. All high end equipment that flows great with each other. Yours is a gym HomeGymHive wants on their list. Thanks for the words. Free membership for life if you're ever in Southern LA 😁

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@JoeyJungleGym Thanks brother 🙏 I really appreciate that. I make it work with the space I have. I may take you up on that if I'm out there! Looks like an awesome place to train!

[@jbsbayarea1]

I want to see the isolator with rogue cage, if you have it send me the link so I can watch. Also what model cage did you get ?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

I have REP uprights on my rack, but I've attached it to a Rogue upright before. It fits more snug on the true 3"x3" Rogue upright. I don't have any footage though, I just attached the carriage to my stand alone Rhino but never set it up fully.

[@TheGhu123]

Aside from space saving do you think you gain more utility? Are you able to do squats or basically use the inside of the rack?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

It makes it a little more versatile because you have the option for more attachments because it's in a cage (weighted pullups being one). I work outside of the rack for barbell exercises (like a half rack).

[@87togabito]

Just saw this vid and really inspired to build this for myself. If I’m starting from scratch (basically remaking my garage gym), would this work if I just went and bought 1) the pr5000 2) drop in OR stand alone rogue rhino? I saw that you mentioned a cross member on another post. But which length is necessary? Edit: got it. Saw the segment at the end. Both monster and monster lite are fine?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Either way would work. I had a stand-alone Rhino first, then dropped it in the rack. The only reasons I went with Rep is because of the upright height and clear coat finish. I would actually recommend going with taller than 80" uprights. So if you can fit Rogue uprights in your garage, or even the BoS manicore, it will work better. I had to buy taller front uprights and trim them down to get proper ROM on pulldowns and pullups.

[@futbol1972]

Carter which hooks do i need to buy to hang my isolator on wall like u have it. I think i can buy the vig ones separate instead o buying the kit they sell which has a bunch of little ones

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

I go over it in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3S6eYp9iL2Be7Msi=lo4eCNE8hxdUntqm

[@thomasadams6860]

What height rack? Curious because the lack of range of motion in the pull down pulley. Would a higher rack help with the ROM?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

This was an 80" rack. I've since bought taller front uprights (92") and trimmed them down to fit under my ceilings (88"). That did the trick. Good ROM for pulldowns and pullups now.

[@futbol1972]

How can i add a dip station to use with rhino and also use it for weighed lat pull downs

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Drop the Rhino in a rack.

[@squealer42]

Best of luck with an additional 8 inches! Maybe your soon to be spare 80" pair can turn into weight storage? or permanent Isolator home? Options!

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thanks! The taller uprights came in today. I'll attempt to cut them on monday... You and I are thinking alike as far as those extra uprights go. Options are good! I'm leaning toward a stand alone Athena storage rack or a dedicated Isolator upright. Decisions, decisions...

[@squealer42]

@TheCarterHomeGym Yes, I imagine a single upright with some good bracing top and bottom to a stud would work, or certainly 6 post expansion. What's Athena storage? - a 4 post 16" rack, intended for future REP Athena FT?

[@redwhiteandblueblood]

Nice rack bro A shame about the ceiling height but you've done pretty well here all things considered, love the hacks the Rhino offers I have ceiling issues in my garage too, but I'm moving on my rack due to a lack of attachments available for it as bugger all suppliers in Australia sell 2x3 5/8s hardware racks compared to America/Canada like Titan which would've been compatible but they're not available here, REP only just started selling here on a limited line. But yeah watching these videos does give me ideas of what I could target

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thanks man. I ended up buying some taller uprights and cutting them down to about 88" to get as much height as possible. All is well now. It fixed all my problems. I saw Rep is expanding to Australia. That's really cool for you guys. They have some great equipment! Good luck with your new rack build!

[@redwhiteandblueblood]

@@TheCarterHomeGym good to hear mate, yeah REP only have the PR4000 and PR5000 in that 80 inch height available here which is no good for me (I have an 89 inch rack, can probably get 91-92) Rogue took ages to bring out the Monster version here too, only had the Infinity and Monster Lite versions for years. Those 50 CAL Jammer arms are like $2200 here for example, a bit steep

[@futbol1972]

How u doing bro. Hey if I don't use rear post for plate storage amd use it to use and leave isolator there do u think it will get in the way of anything when trying to use rhino or benching in front uprights?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Using the Isolator on the rear uprights won't work. It will get in the way of the Rhino handles.

[@carps_gym]

Someone is selling one here locally for a great price really considering it

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Man, it's really been a game changer for me, especially with my low back injuries I've had. It's more versatile than I originally realized also.

[@GoreckiFit]

Yeah definitely gotta get those taller front uprights so your not smacking your head on those pieces.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Yeah, I'm surprised I haven't knocked myself out yet 😂 I'm always having to duck around that area so it's super annoying.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

What do you guys think? Any questions? What do you want to see next? Let me know in the comments! 👇 Thanks for watching! ✌️

[@jCHASEm87]

Did it drop in with zero issues using the PR-5000? Not extra hardware or modifications needed? Also, do you think it's possible to have the rhino and dual Selectorized Athenas on a 6 post? IMO that would make the perfect rack

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

No issues. I've thought about the Athena many times, and I still might do it, but me personally, I feel like it would get in the way for my Isolator and I already have a cable tower that I haven't used since I dropped the Rhino in the rack and got the Surplus Strength upper pulley system. It's a steep price for something I may not use much.

[@MrJkillahoe415]

Thank you for the video! How much room do you need off the back of the rack to be able to add a 45lb plate to the rhino? I am wanting to add a rhino to my rack but the back of a rack is against a wall so i want to see what the tightest tolerance I can get away with.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thanks for watching! You're gonna need about 2 feet, maybe a little less to be able load and unload the trolly tower. I can give you a more accurate measurement when I get home if you want.

[@MrJkillahoe415]

@@TheCarterHomeGym yes please!

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

​@@MrJkillahoe415 So, depending on the size of your 45's you're gonna need at least about 28" from the rear upright. My 45's are 16" in diameter. Hope this helps!

[@kennethsmayer]

Do the lower rep side crossmembers attach to the Rhino without additional modifications? I know the hole spacing is slightly different with Rogue and Rep, but hopefully it still works out. Thanks!

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Yeah, they connect with no issues even with the hole spacing being slightly different. It also probably helped that I was using Rep bolts because they're slightly smaller than Rogue's.

[@kennethsmayer]

@@TheCarterHomeGym Perfect, that’s exactly what I needed to know, as am putting together a PR-5000 around my Rhino already, but wasn’t sure it would all work out until I saw this video. Thanks for the response!

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@kennethsmayer Awesome! You're gonna love it. Btw, I used Rogue bolts to connect the Rhino to the Rep rack no problem. I was thinking about how I used Rep bolts to connect the Rogue width crossmember to the rack. Follow me on Instagram and shoot me a picture when you get it all set up!

[@luludodo12]

It is a amazing set up. compact and super functional...But be careful with your head bro..😂.been there....

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Hopefully I can fix that problem before I have a knot on my head in my next video 😂

[@futbol1972]

Do u have a video using the lat pull down??

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

I might in one of my full length vlogs. I'll say, the uprights need to be taller than 80" to get full ROM and not have to sit on the floor.

[@futbol1972]

@TheCarterHomeGym iam really thinking about droping rhino into a squat rack with surplus system to condense. I am thinking about selling my selectorized lat pull down which I like a lot. I don't know if I will like going from selectorized to plate loading for lat pull downs though. I feel I will be downgrading:( I added a sauna and the rhino belt squat to gym and waiting for isolator too. So I wanna make some space.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@futbol1972 The movement is very smooth like a commercial unit. The downside is the setup time. The upside is the space saved. I'll say again, want taller uprights for it. Otherwise, it's not worth it.

[@user-le8yj8ki3c]

anybody used a kbox or kratos flywheel for belt squats and lunges? How does it compare to rhino belt squat? I am not a powerlifter just lift to have lean muscle and for jujitsu training and aesthetics. I have a bad knee do to sports (arthritis) so maybe kbox or kratos will be better?

[@futbol1972]

Whar size of crissmembers are you using on the isolator set up??? Iam debating between using 17" or 24" crossmembers to attach my short rhino upright to it. Do you think using a short rhino upright with two 17" or 24" crossmembers attach straight to wall studs should work to .ount rhino?? Should i bolt rhhino upright to floor for extra stability?? Iam droping rhino into 90" manticore bos rack and i will have 4 extra rhino short uprights plus the rhino feet and teying to figuer out what to do with them

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

30". Bolting it to the floor I think would be best. I'm not sure you'll get enough stability otherwise.

[@futbol1972]

@TheCarterHomeGym so ur using a single uprigjt with two 30" crossmembers attach to a stud on wall and the upright is bolted to the ground?

[@iain5668]

Do all Rogue Monster attachments fit a REP5000 setup?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

For the most part. Any attachments that connect at two points on the same upright may not align properly-- such as the Rogue Monolifts 1.0. They fit my rep uprights and are usable, but the holes don't align at the bottom to properly secure them.

[@marcofrasson-cochet8848]

What is your "bullet proof" machine, the red machine who can make seal row with Handel or just barbell or dumbell reverse hyper and more?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

The Bulletproof Isolator

[@marcofrasson-cochet8848]

Thanks you use it with a ghd? What is the video in the back for the presentation of this tool

[@marcofrasson-cochet8848]

Je red machine for seal row, reverse hyper is the same no?

[@user-le8yj8ki3c]

how tall should I get my rack in case I decide to drop in rhino? my ceilings are 8ft high

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

93"

[@ralphbreton7909]

Gotta say this home gym is even better than Coath Blaha’s!

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Sometimes I wish I had a garage gym-- until it's 90° with 80% humidity outside. Then I'm happy to workout in a cold basement lol.

[@iamfuckingyourwaifuandther2743]

I was able to set up my rogue rhino rack with the "thruster pad bar" at the back of the rhino. I put the bench on my safeties as the platform for my feet, and I have been doing belt hip thrusts with the rogue rhino, which is way more comfortable than using a bar, and I set up the elitefts mammoth bands on the back of the rhino so you can do banded hipthrusts. I have never used the glute drive from nautilus, but that's the idea I was going for. After a little tweaking it worked out for me, and it seems like you already have everything to make it happen besides the "thruster pad bar", so it might be worth a try. Also what is that hook at the bottom of your rhino that you have the carabiner resting on? Is it just a sticker hook? I like that idea.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

I'm glad to hear that hip thrusts work for you with the Rhino! I was going to try it but I just didn't have time to play around with the setup that day I tried hip thrusts. That sounds like a great way to set up for that exercise. I'll have to try it! Did you drop the carriage to the bottom of the trolly tower for a lower starting position or keep it on the Rhino horn? The little metal hook is an adhesive hook I got from Amazon. It just bugged me that the cable was just loose laying there 😂 This hack was enough to satisfied my OCD 😂😂

[@sagerkoheel3068]

Does the surplus strength lat pulldown get in the way of doing pull ups?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Not the way I have it set up.

[@sagerkoheel3068]

@TheCarterHomeGym can I see how it's set up? And possibly it in use? I want to get the prime fitness pull up station but not sure how it will be

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@sagerkoheel3068 Check out my Instagram. I use it plenty on there. I don't have it set up any special way, I was more referring to the Rogue adjustable pullup handles allowing the SS pulldown to occupy the front of my rack.

[@futbol1972]

Would there be any advantages for me if I drop rhino in rack? I already have a titan selectorized lat pull down and a functional trainer. By the way I been debating between squat max and Rhino for a while

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Having it in a rack adds some versatility but also saves space if you use it as your primary rack like I have. I know you've been debating on the Rhino and Squat max. We've talked about it on fb.

[@futbol1972]

Hoe u doing bro? I finally decided and bought the stand alone rhino😁 iam finishing up putting it together. I have a slope on garage so I don't know if I should level it or not

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@futbol1972 I saw! Congrats. I never even checked to see if mine is level. I guess having it as level as possible is ideal but unless it's on a significant slope, I don't think it matters too much.

[@futbol1972]

@TheCarterHomeGym thank u I have another question. What do you think if I put the feet facing the wall instead? I won't be able to use it for rows and probably other exercises usimg the bench?? Do you think I will be limiting the functionality of rhino by a lot if I place feet against the wall?? I already have a selectorized functional trainer and selectorized titan lat pull down machine. Anyways let me know if I will be missing out on exercises by placing it this way?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@futbol1972 That's what I would suggest if you're using it primarily for belt squats.

[@futbol1972]

Thoese uprights u have to mount isolator, are they bolted to the wall and to ground? Iam thinkimg about doing something similar but with one short rhino upright and two 17" crossmembers attach to wall studs to mount isolator

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@futbol1972 I never did do that setup. I would've bolted it to the wall though.

[@futbol1972]

@TheCarterHomeGym so you just use your isolator on main rack?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@futbol1972 Yes, although I haven't used it much because of the hassle of setup. I'd rather have a dedicated upright for it.

[@futbol1972]

@TheCarterHomeGym I feel u bro. I love the isolator but hardly use it too because of the hassle of setting it up and taking it down since right now we still have it in the main rack. Are u planning to install an upright for it?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@futbol1972 Not with my current layout. Maybe if I move to a bigger space.

[@futbol1972]

Ok so i can buy 4 Titan series post but what about the 30" crossmembers, do they have to be from rogue too??

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Nothing has to be from Rogue it just needs the same measurements.

[@futbol1972]

​@TheCarterHomeGym oh I see. That will be good if I can mount rhino to cheaper titan rack

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@futbol1972 you just need to make sure the width crossmembers are 43" to match the width of the Rhino.

[@futbol1972]

@@TheCarterHomeGym nice

[@OscarGonzalez-pc4lx]

How would this set up work with a 6 post rep rack ?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Could you be a little more specific? I mean, it would work well, depending on the dimensions of your rack. I did it this way to maximize floor space. It would work best with a Rogue rack, but it would be doable with a REP rack as well.

[@OscarGonzalez-pc4lx]

@@TheCarterHomeGym sorry I did mean a rep 6 post rack.30 inch in the back 43 in the front . 93 inches tall . I’ve read that usually double hole attachments don’t line up well between rogue and rep . I’m specifically thinking about the name plate in the middle . Would a rogue one fit ?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@OscarGonzalez-pc4lx Sure, that configuration should work. As far as the double hole attachments, that was my original concern about the compatability of the two brands. The 2nd hole on my Rogue monolifts don't align properly on my REP uprights. But I didn't have issues with any of this build not properly aligning. I used a Rogue middle (width) crossmember in this build, and it works.

[@futbol1972]

How u doing bro. Hey do u know if the titan attachments 5/8 will fit rogue RML-3 rack, i think they do but but 100% sure. Iam thinkimg about buying a RML-3 rack to drop in my standalone rhino. I already have lots of titan x3, 5/8" attachments. I can always buy 1" adapters if I decide to buy the rogue rm 3 with 1" holes... ...iam also debating between the 6 post or 4 post 30" to drop in my stand alone rhino to make a little space in my one car 21x10 garage. I have an Isolator coming too and i want a dedicated upright for it:).. I already have an inspire FT, a selectorized stand alone lat pull down, echo rogue bike and many other things..I also just added a one person ir sauna. With the 6 post rack I will have 2 stations in case iam working out with wife which she does different workouts than I do and i also will have plate storage but I think the 6 post are long🙄 anyways any advice will be good😊

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

6 post would be cool. I do a 4 post 30" because my space is on the small side. (250 sq ft.) It leaves enough room to still do belt squats and use the front uprights at the same time. If you feel 3x3 5/8 works better for you I don't see why not, other than it might be an issue when you go to mount the Rhino because it is 1" holes and bolts though. RML-3 is Monster lite so yes, it's 3x3, 5/8.

[@futbol1972]

​@@TheCarterHomeGymactually my garage gym is 210 sq ft a little smaller than yours 21x10. I guess I can start with 4 post 30" rack and go from there. Actually mounting to a RML it's pretty easy it has the holes for 5/8 too. Don't know if the 1" has advantage over the 5/8

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@futbol1972 I think it all comes down to personal preference. I personally prefer 1" over 5/8. 🤷‍♂️

[@futbol1972]

@@TheCarterHomeGym ok cool

[@jl7kicks]

Do you have enough room for 30 degree incline off the front or only 15?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

I can get a 30° but the back pad is so long on the AB-5200 that my butt doesn't reach the seat. So, I'm gonna have to work off the safeties as jcups or just use dumbbells like I usually do for incline work. Any suggestions?

[@jl7kicks]

@@TheCarterHomeGym people I have talked to in the past say it’s possible with the lever arms in front adding 3 more inches. I’ve also seen somebody be able to use it with mono lifts. Have you tried that?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@jl7kicks That's worth a shot. That reminds me, I have some offset rack attachments from XII-XI before they went out of buisness. That might add another 6 inches also. Thanks!

[@meisdetermined]

Not trying to make your rack a Frankenstein machine but I believe bells of steel went with the same dimensions as Rogue specifically so all their attachments could go on Rogue racks. They probably saw that Rep is the budget Sorinex so they decided to be the budget Rogue lol. I just stating that because of the 43” crossmember you mentioned at the end to make it 49” total. Your gym is amazing.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Thanks very much! I didn't know that about BoS and Rogue. Thanks for the info. And yes, your right! I misspoke about the crossmember length. 43" for a total of of 49".

[@futbol1972]

​@@TheCarterHomeGymhow u doing, bro? Hey I finally decided to keep my rhino and drop it in into a rack. Lol Is it cheapper to do it the way u did it with rep uprigjts and rogue crossmembers than just buying a rogue 30" monster 2.0 rack?? I think thy are on sale for $1155 right now. Do u have enough space to incline on the 30" rack or do you wish u would of gotten the 47" instead?? I have room for the 47" but if i can get away with the 30" i rather to get 30" instead😊. I wont use rhino for lat pull downs so iam assuming i can just attach a multigrip pull up bar to use with rhino pulley in replacement of the 43" crossmember u have in the front?? So i w So this is what i need correct Two rogue XM-30" bottom crossmembers. Two rogue XM-43 Monster 2.0 43" Top Crossmember One Monster Multi Grip Crossmember. And four 93" rep uprights correct. Will i need to but bolts too or crossmembers and uprights come with them? XM-43M MONSTER MULTI GRIP CROSSMEMBER

[@futbol1972]

Do i need to buy bolts through rogue or rep or do crossmembers come with bolts in price?

[@meisdetermined]

@@futbol1972 Is there a reason you want REP uprights and not Bells of steel? Bells of steel perfectly align with Rogue products. I don’t know that the hole spacing will be exact with the REP uprights. Also Bells of steel is doing 10% through 20% off depending on how much you spend. But I think it would need to be $1000 to get the 10% off but that includes free shipping.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@futbol1972 The only reason I went with Rep uprights was because I have low ceilings and Rogue doesn't sell 80" uprights. 30" crossmembers should leave enough room for incline bench.

[@toddwalter8438]

Any issues with the mats moving around on the rhino?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Not really. They do shift slightly over time, but they don't slide around or anything.

[@toddwalter8438]

Did you only need to cut the corners? Did you have to trim the sides at all?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@toddwalter8438 just the corners. The sides hang off the edge like 1/2" but I wasn't worried about that.

[@GenXPower]

He is back! Ok. Look.... I don't typically ask this kind of stuff.... but what the hell do you do for a living that you can own a commercial gym in your house? Give us your secrets. I am working on old rusty garbage...... well, to be fair, I do have some really nice barbells, which is half the battle.

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

😆😆😆 I'm a police officer. I've just put money aside, sold equipment I don't use as much, and upgraded little by little. I'm always looking to add versatility with pieces that take up less space. I like your setup! It gets the job done, which is really all most people are looking for. I agree with you about specialty bars. I like that cambered bar (McDonald bar?) that you have. Any plans to add any more?

[@PronatorsaurusTricepsus]

So the uprights are REP, but all the crossmembers are Rogue?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Only the crossmembers for width are Rogue to match the width of the Rhino-- So the top rear and the one in the front with the adjustable pullup handles. All else is Rep.

[@azrinijohari3990]

​@@TheCarterHomeGymare those Rogue crossmembers for the width sold separately?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@azrinijohari3990 Yes

[@azrinijohari3990]

​@@TheCarterHomeGymI assume you are using the XM-43 top for the top rear and the XM-43R in the front?

[@jimbin-yp8kw]

@@TheCarterHomeGym did you have any problems attaching the rogue cross members here? I know they don't line up perfectly, but was that an issue?

[@Tightrope_Comedy]

All this ducking for your head should add a 5 D’s of dodgeball sign in there 😂

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

I look like Mike Tyson with all the ducking and dodging I do between sets lol.

[@futbol1972]

How u doing bro. I think i will sell my rhino to get squat max🙄

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Sell it? You just bought it lol.

[@futbol1972]

@TheCarterHomeGym I know I only had it for like 5 days. Lol I bought a Rhino belt squat just because of easy of loadig plates, , however I think rhino is overkill just for belt squats and it's kinnda large too. I already own other cable machines so don't need rhino for anything else but squats. I can see why people love the rhino but they don't have all the equipment that I have. It makes sense do to the use they get out of it besides belt squats. Anyways been thinking of selling it and getting squat max md🙄 it will take less space and will do things that none of the equipment I have can do like seal rows, box belt squats (we have bad knees) hip thrust and other stuff. I Like rhino but dont think it's for us. People told me to get spotter arms and utility bench to do box squats and other stuff on rhino but it looks like a pain tonset it up everythime I wanna do just box squats plus more money and more stuff that will take more space. Don't know what to do. Lol that's why keep posting stuff to see the advice I get🙄

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@futbol1972 Do what's best for you. I think you'd probably get more money for it if you just returned it. People will likely low ball you. But, if they'll pay close to what you got it for and pick it up, that's a win. I personally love my Rhino even more since I dropped it in a rack. I was able to sell my Levergym because it opened up so many other exercises.

[@futbol1972]

@@TheCarterHomeGym is the utility bench really worth it? It looks kinnda of a pain to set it up for exerxises??

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@futbol1972 It's pretty good. It's heavy though. I think the hip thrust pad attachment is another one that's useful.

[@simoneorecchioni7352]

Perfekt setup! But the Levergym... 😢

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

I know! I get a little emotional myself 😢😂 But my friend is putting it to good use 💪

[@quincy189]

do you know any places that you can get cables for repfitness ares mines broke or any stronger cables than the ones they provided?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Sorry to hear that. I'd reach out to Rep first if you haven't already. I've gotten cable from Amazon before but I'm not sure how strong they are. I think getting a replacement from Rep is your best bet so you can get the exact length.

[@quincy189]

what is that platform you have on the pr5000 where do you get that back ground platform in the middle?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Are you talking about the Rhino platform or the rubber tiles?

[@quincy189]

@@TheCarterHomeGym I guess both so its rhino platform and then you added rubber tiles on top of them?

[@quincy189]

@@TheCarterHomeGym where do you get the rhino platform is that from repfitness and does it clamp on to the rack perfectly? I'm trying to get something similar like that but for a platform to jump on that can attach to the repfitness safety spotter arms

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

@@quincy189 The Rogue Rhino is a belt squat that can be a stand alone machine or can be "dropped" into a power rack like I have done here. I think you're referring to the utility seat. Rogue and Rep both make one.