Selling My Most Expensive Piece Of Equipment For This, Rep Ares Review

[@GlucksGym]

Does the Ares change things for home gyms?

[@markhalstead2386]

Definitely! Those of us without space for a functional trainer now have an option with Ares.

[@aaronwilson8233]

Yeah using 1 car space worth of my garage space is what it's all about and turning my 6 post pr5000 into an all in one cable machine basically means never caring about a commercial gym again. Great review!!!

[@rquattro11]

U actually can incline bench with the 4 post..if you have 2 sets of spotter arms(ideally top ones shorter) or skip the safeties and hope for the best you don't fail

[@davestopa999]

@@rquattro11 that the way I've been doing it since built my own Rogue RML foldable rack knock off 2 years ago, haven't died yet, now I need to find a way to copy this design into my foldable rack somehow, would love to buy one but here in Mexico it is impossible to get one shipped to my address.

[@josephmhines]

No doubt it changed things for me and others with a small home gym footprint (220sqft in my case). I would have without doubt purchased a Rogue Rack but knowing the limitations of the slinger (an afterthought solution at best) the moment I heard about the ARES I decided I'd make do with my Fitness Reality rack until the ARES was ready....now that I have my PR5000/ARES in place I'm so glad I did!!!

[@gurfdog]

I can’t afford to send my kids to college because I watch Gluck’s channel. Another great review. I really like the Ares

[@GlucksGym]

Hahaha just doing my part

[@DrDeusExMachina]

You can afford to leave them a nice gym when you die though

[@MolsonFLA]

College is important, but muscles are importanter.

[@jeoinaforest]

College is just Commie indoc, my kids paid for most of their education and they are both excelling….

[@WoodandWeights]

Great job, most in-depth review, and helped me purchase the Ares. Your video is the only 4 post video on KZbin.

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you! Glad to hear it helped. I wanted to try it a different build on this one and have been pretty happy with it. Hope you love your Ares.

[@alvinprettyman1802]

68 years 2 days old today temporally sidelined with Rhumetoid arthritis can't wait to get "under the iron" again ... watching channels like this keeps me from getting depressed and motivates me to do everything possible to recover my activity level ... feeling optimistic ... thanks for posting ... say "Hello" to Winnie for me.

[@alvinprettyman1802]

p.s. great review if I buy one more piece of equipment my house will sink to China

[@GlucksGym]

Hahaha I'm probably not helping you save money

[@shellderp]

try carnivore, can really help

[@6AnAsianGuy9]

You can recover Alvin! It's all just one day at a time, just consider what "reps" you have to do to get to a better place to do what you want

[@murdog04]

Going to be starting my home gym soon. This is 100% the unit I want with a 6 post PR-5000. Thanks for the awesome review.😊

[@TheSytak]

Like your writing. Good delivery of puns during a review, keeps me engaged. Thanks!

[@robertvining527]

You’re the man been waiting for you to post this one thank you.

[@GlucksGym]

Hahaha thanks for watching and the patience

[@GlucksGym]

Fun fact I can't see Super Thanks in the KZbin apps, thank you!

[@robertvining527]

@@GlucksGym you’re most welcome! Thanks for what you guys do I try to share your content with all my iron heads.

[@robertvining527]

If I could ask a question I bought a pr4000 rack and I am storing a bunch of equipment. I am renting a house I could set up my gym in the garage for a year with the ares. Should I wait till I’m in my permanent house or is it crazy to set up and move it ?

[@GlucksGym]

You'd have to just take the weight stacks off, preferably you could move the rack (without the stacks) on a trailer with the rack still together. We've done it before with my R6. You could also just take it apart, It really wouldn't be terrible and you'd figure it a plan I'm sure. I couldn't wait that long 😂

[@Bigfrosticle]

That Austin guy seems like a great dude helping you build the Ares it seemed like it would take a lot of time and effort

[@GlucksGym]

Idk he tends to skip leg day and always wants to get paid for the countless thanks less hours and abuse

[@keithhoneycutt2324]

I always refer to this gym as “Austin’s Gym” when I talk about it 😎

[@flexmarksthespot]

Good review and impressed at how much info you packed in under 20 minutes. I struggled to get my review just under 30 minutes lol 😬

[@GlucksGym]

This probably took me way too long to put together 😂 I try not to watch other reviews before mine so I don't end up sounding the same but now I get to go see what you came up with. Thanks!

[@travis19802005]

I appreciate how thorough your videos are, Excellent review

[@carlstair4863]

I have it. It is awesome. Insane space saver and does everything well.

[@grim_magnus]

Great review. It makes me even more comfortable with the fact that I pre-ordered an Ares back in March. I got my Ares shipment on September 15th, but the guide rods were missing. They finally shipped some this week and I am expected to get them on October 18th. Looking forward to trying it myself next week.

[@tharagz08]

Something that I really like about Rep's business model is you do not save money by buying a rack compatible with the Ares and the Ares itself. You can buy the rack first, then purchase the Ares at a later time. Free shipping included on both purchases. This is what I've done and appreciated the flexibility Rep provided

[@ADRASTEIA03]

Perfect addition if you want to keep things uncluttered and neat. They are great for moving between different exercises that require different amounts of weight quickly.

[@babygiantbarbell1014]

I applaud y’all for undertaking the assembly alone. I still haven’t unboxed the safety straps I got yesterday😂 great review y’all!

[@GlucksGym]

Hahaha thanks. It wasn't terrible but I didn't exactly enjoy it

[@flyinghigh370]

Just used your affiliate link to buy an Ares and RP 5000 six post rack. Plus all the extras. Thanks for the review. Buy once cry once.

[@GlucksGym]

Thanks! This kind of support is what keeps this channel going!!!

[@davidb1975a]

Nice! Glad you were able to finally get yours. Great review! I LOVE MINE!!!! (well now that I have the replacement parts) I put mine together by myself... 4hrs is unrealistic. I took my time unpackaging, inventorying, and organizing the parts. Then it came time to install the darn thing... which I was put to a halt due to missing plastic liners for one of the trolleys. Which took what seemed to be forever for me to received.

[@heffamorse]

I've watched this several times as we're moving to a new house with a sick detached garage which will be perfect for a home gym. I'm currently in a basement with low ceilings so I had to get a shorter rack. After watching this with several other reviews of it, we'll be getting the Ares in the new place. I'm debating getting the four post with spotter arms or going with a 6 post with safety straps. Still undecided, but this helps a lot. Thanks!

[@scooobyj8714]

Great video. Enjoyed the detailed review. That is an awesome addition to a home gym. A bit out on my price range. Have you thought of doing an end of year video of the evolution of your home gym? It would be awesome to see the start of your gym to now.

[@GlucksGym]

Hmmm I hadn't thought of that one. I'll have to write it down

[@scooobyj8714]

@@GlucksGym thought it would be cool. Your gym has grown and changed like crazy.

[@GlucksGym]

Almost enough for another tour 😏

[@RobertMiller-sh7gb]

Great video! Would be helpful to see one using all the possible attachments. Thanks for sharing.

[@timfritton469]

Love a good piece of engineering, especially one that allows multiple setups in a single space. And I think I'm one of the few people who would ENJOY putting it together. Unfortunately, due to my lack of a Rep rack and extreme stinginess, I don't see this in my near future. But it may be part of my dream build! (Their configuration wizard online is fun too!) Great video!

[@tommymanno3357]

I think I would rather just have the sectorized lat and low row they have coming out. The low row looks really awkward and the 2 pulleys up high as well awkward. I'm guessing the Athena with the lat tower would be the best configuration but pricier.

[@markhalstead2386]

Mine is together. Next step is tightening bolts and running the cables. I do have a couple of holes to drill through a 2x4 cross tie in my gym as it is above the crossmembers, but in the way of the cable. I put it together with the rack since I bought both new. I set the Ares base where I wanted it and then bolted four columns to it and went from there. I do intend on moving it when we move unless the buyers give me a fair price. I will just take it completely apart. It is officially my most expensive piece of equipment, eclipsing the rack itself.

[@GoreckiFit]

Looks like a great space saving piece for most home gym owners. That specific functional trainer you have with 4:1 ratio, is going to be better for rehab purposes and speed training compared to the Ares. Mine is a 2:1 ratio with 160 lb stack so wish that was heavier but I’d never sell it.

[@billfreeman7770]

Think using monolift arrachments would give you the space required to do incline presses?

[@user-pv9cf4fr6d]

Does the rack tip with the spotters?

[@eddiecalder5436]

You mentioned some issues with the 4 post Area in relation to not being able to use a SBB or getting in a bench for incline bench press. Would the Rep monolifts allow for enough room to perform those movements?

[@guntassingh9432]

Bells of steel has an interesting cable station squat rack option as well.

[@nickt3169]

Isn’t that the one that is basically a cable crossover that attaches to the front of the rack?

[@guntassingh9432]

@@nickt3169 It was like a cable squat rack hybrid.

[@Txdc333]

Do you think a 6 post with just a 16" rack would have to be bolted down? I'm wanting the 6 post mainly just so i can incline bench and not bolt down.. would like to have the 30" but i would like to still be able to park in the garage

[@JonathanTReviews]

Really cool concept and it has useful applications. I personally have adequate space for a full and half rack, functional trainer, and separate lat/row. However, this would still be a nice replacement for even just the functional trainer since you still gain nice flexibility (ex: another place to use rack attachments). The need to bolt the 4 post version is one of the biggest downsides IMO. Cheers

[@yo_284]

Awesome video man, very informative. By any chance can you do a review on the MAG grips.

[@bobbyhunt3009]

What a Review, Great Job Gluck Sale Life Fitness, keep Ares as U said absolutely right choice 4:1 ratio vs 2:1 ratio makes the decision, not to mention all other aspects of Ares U are a High Profiled Reviewer so companies should send U ALL their stuff for free to review. Perk of the job, people that say any different is simply jealous so don't pay any attention to them. U busted your tail to get to this point as a reviewer and hard work deserves pays off and brings Perks. BTW loved the NBA----Arena bit. One of your best reviews if not the best Take Care Bud

[@cturtle7217]

Great review! Was wondering if there was possibly a 1 year update review coming out

[@SaulFemm]

Thank you for reviewing the 4 post configuration!

[@LBJedi]

I’m currently in an NYC apartment, but my wife and I are looking to get a house in the next year or so. We both want a space for a home gym, so I love planning for it with your videos. I think this may have pushed me towards Rep for my rack.

[@GlucksGym]

Glad to be some help! Hope you end with a great space to build in

[@NCtraining21]

The FT2 is better

[@jeffwalker1830]

If you use something like the Oak Club Alpha-S Jcups, which are essentially Jcups that stick out about 7 inches, would that remedy the issue of not being able to incline bench or use an SSB? Thanks!

[@Jgiamportone023]

I have black window 18” spotter arms and that’s the shortest i was able to get away with using a rep black wing bench. That’s using a 4 post setup like in this video.

[@GraveyFit]

Really great review. Definitely pushes me more toward a Rep set up.

[@futbol1972]

Debating between ares and droping in my rhino into rack to condense a little bit in home gym.. i have selectorized lat pull down, selectorise ft, rhino belt squat, titan x3 wall rack, ir sauna, echo rogue bike etc... Waiting for isolator too. I tought about combining all the pieces into ares but i dont know if i will like it since it will be hard for my wife and i to workout togueter. We do different workouts. Also i like to superset a lot and dont wanna be moving all kinds of stuff around for the next exercise. Somebody else told me its hard to supperset in ares🙄🙄

[@fredlomangino]

this channel is under subbed. keep up the awesome reviews!

[@lonewolfoftejas]

It is more likely normal subbed but a lot of the other channels "invest" in purchasing subs. Mr. Beast is known to have purchased millions of subs and still buys them today according to online watch sites/

[@JEFFHERNANDEZ87]

Great video. Thanks for breaking everything down! Appreciate the honest feedback

[@HighSpinSwingSpeed]

I’m thinking of getting a 4 post half rack just like yours and attaching it to the side of my rogue RM6 with a top and bottom crossmember

[@gambarducci]

With the 41" 6-post Ares, could you turn the bench around 180 degrees and have room for incline presses with j cups on the inside of the front posts? I think I may be trying to fit a square peg in a round hole here, but I'd really like to incline inside the rack. If not, then the 30" would be the way to go.

[@GlucksGym]

I don't think you'll have enough space especially with racking and unracking since the Ares takes up the space where your legs would go. I'd use spotters outside the rack for incline.

[@Denali_Rebel]

I’m looking to outfit a gym for my work and was thinking of doing this exact setup but going with two six post racks, one having the ARES. Can you do a video on your Frankenstein center piece please.

[@keithhoneycutt2324]

Our friend Austin making a B roll cameo was the highlight of the video for us

[@GlucksGym]

He works hard... But is it work if you don't get paid?

[@Bigfrosticle]

@@GlucksGym I'd argue its still work

[@GlucksGym]

I'll cut your pay in half

[@rodolfomedini9931]

4:1 ration on the stacks for your Lifefitness FT sounds good and is impressive. I have a cybex bravo 450 tall model 2:1.. It has a unique design and a adjustable stability pad I don't see the Ares replacing it completely it's just too versatile. It could replace some of what that FT does but not all... having a heavy duty big weight stack rack FT combo is very compelling...

[@rayjbb1494]

I found it interesting that you can get the PR4000 with a 24" +16" option for a 6 post, whereas the PR5000's smallest option to actually bench inside of is a 30"+16" option. What are your thoughts on a 24" PR5000 which might allow more people to get a 6 post set up for those additional movements like SSB squat and incline bench?

[@JustSheilz]

This would be great - I use a door with resitance bands to do functional training exercises. It keeps me from losing muscle strength but this would definitely be better overall to save space.

[@GlucksGym]

It would be a huge upgrade but we all work with what we've got right?

[@JustSheilz]

@@GlucksGym definitely!

[@jerroldhyman1337]

Is this the 1.0? And does it work well with 80 inch posts? Like tri pushdowns? Also concerned about the low row claims? What say you? Fit most people?

[@LivingTheLifeRetired]

Thanks, good point on the safety squat bar not working out. I have (getting) the Apollo so not sure this will fit, but what’s the alternative for squats?

[@Nick-1828]

I’ve never been more jealous of another man’s rack 😍. Don’t think I can ever justify the price to add this to my current PR 5000 to my wife but Rep seems to have knocked this one out the park!

[@GlucksGym]

hahahah, what can I say?

[@jimlombardo9046]

They need to make a bench that can be used in the incline position in it. I had to get a very specific bench to work in my old rack with lat pull-down in it. None of the modern benches match that style.

[@sids6208]

Can you add front feet stabilisers to the 4 post Ares??? Looks like the cross member gets in the way

[@antoineguilbeault8025]

I can't justify buying one rn but it looks amazing and I think it's a big moment in the home gym commnuity. In a few years other companies will probably come up with their own versions of the ares.

[@GlucksGym]

Good point. It'll be interesting to see what we've got for options in a few years

[@guillaumevenne6850]

Is it possible to do incline bench with the spotter arms, and use ares a half rack multi use?!

[@kylecarnival3915]

Just assembled my 4 post ares. Do you have any issue when using the lat pulldown where the cables touch the pulldown bar? Not a problem with 6 post.

[@stevegrimes5105]

Is there some way to perform low cable rows with the side cables? You should be pulling caudodorsally - downward and backward.

[@whatsyourexcuse927]

Nice. I’d have to sell my Rogue Rack to make space for this. Wish Rogue would get their stuff together and copy this design.

[@rxonmymind8362]

Need? All you need are some (Powerblock) dumbbells and a bench. One can do just about every exercise with this set up.

[@futbol1972]

I wonder if I could mount bully glider to one of the uprigjts where theolleys are?

[@futbol1972]

I wonder how much would the 1.0 be with the diacout? So how much would it be for the 1.0 out the door with 30+16 rack? Iam really considering selling my titan selectorized lat pull down, my inspire FT and my manticore rack.

[@jasonalbert530]

How easy is it to disassemble? I wanted to get one with the PR-5000 but will be moving in the next two years. Wondering how difficult it is to take apart everything

[@lonewolfoftejas]

if you are moving locally you can just remove the weight plates and grab a buddy to load it all in the back of a truck. Then its just the rack alone and the weights alone.

[@jasonalbert530]

@@lonewolfoftejas I’m moving to another state lol

[@lonewolfoftejas]

@@jasonalbert530 I mean, its all about time then. You do not have to break it down as far as it was when you buy it. So it could be taken down far enough for Haul packing and wrapped in blankets in about an hour.

[@JeyGym]

Does the powder coat finish chip or the plastic wears due to the trolleys moving up and down? Just want to understand if I should expect powder coat or plastic residue on the gym floor.

[@mistarmer]

Damn guys. Great review! Looks like a versatile piece of equipment. It boggles my mind that Rogue doesn’t have the same kind of innovation that Rep does.

[@GlucksGym]

I wonder when they'll feel the pressure (or if) and what we'll see from them down the line. They've got such a catalog maybe though.

[@martinhickey3011]

All the machines I see produced now do not have adjustable cable pulleys from left to right , they only go up and down. I have a northern lights model that I can pin in place locking the rollers inside or outside the machine letting them adjust from about 6.5 feet to 2.5 feet. That’s the one thing the newer racks aren’t doing.

[@dnegan487]

Thank you for the great detail!

[@GlucksGym]

You're welcome 😁

[@alintampa]

Is there enough space on the back posts between the post and the cable, for the nuts needed to install weight storage posts?

[@MHM452]

Thank you for the review, this was great! I wonder how much floor strength it would take to handle such weight in such a concentrated area. 236kg on top of my own weight + if I add a power rack, it'll be close to 500kg in a small space lol. Would've been much better if they offered a smaller option such as a 1 weight stack of 100kg

[@Justted227]

thanks for the review

[@JayceBroda]

Very, very helpful! Thank you

[@Pit_stains]

Can you adjust width of mail pullies? For example, I feel like chest fly should be wider the chest press.

[@CapUnlimited]

I like how you have it set up separately it’s beautiful

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you. We wanted to give us more options since there's normally 4 of us at least in here working out

[@TorBoy9]

Thar Rep Ares double stack 315 lb trainer looks excellent. Besides price, the negatives are minimal. Huge variety of exercise selection, much safer than plates, cable exercises are easier on the joints, and space saving. Changing weight amounts is much faster and easier than with plates. You could save a lot of money by buying less, or no barbells and plates. I don't mind the more complex install, as this is a more complex piece of equipment. BTW when you row you are pulling slightly upward and slightly shrugging, working out a bit more traps and a bit less of lats. For more lat activation, row lower.

[@GlucksGym]

The row is because I'm testing it in various ways not working out. Also I hurt my brachioradialis and am trying to what feels good.

[@TorBoy9]

@@GlucksGym Oh I see. I'm also rehabing my brachioradialis. Reverse curls starting pronated and ending with a neutral grip, which I do on my cable machine.

[@Useruytrw]

Ares deserves Gluck great Review

[@adamstrachn]

The Ares is ridiculous. Great review bud 💯

[@jlgg9816]

Do you need front feet for Ares 2.0 if lifting from the front, or is the rear stack sufficient?

[@patrickmurphy8008]

I had a walmart 2x2 rack, and now I've changed to a Rep 5000 6 post in anticipation for this. I'm gunna wait until black friday to see if any deals happen with it.

[@GlucksGym]

Good luck! I'm guessing we won't see much on their big items but maybe on big package deals?!

[@danshay4315]

What’s the best distance to put between the two pulleys that goes up and down…? (For optimal fly movements)

[@redbeard13b42]

Great review, I enjoyed this.

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you!

[@leparadisdecantor]

Hi, Im interested to buy the 4 stands rack, do you need to fix it on the floor ? Or it"s a stand alone ?

[@hyg71886]

"Fisher Price Handles" LMAO I spit my water on the pc lol. Highly considering this with the PR5000 or the Force USA G20

[@401SNelson]

Have you noticed that the carabiners have some very sharp areas? I have sliced a few of my fingers and thumb. Any carabiner replacement recommendations?

[@shortiestofshorts1629]

Great video - i am itching to get one. Have you tried the Fray Fitness Savage Series Functional Trainer Power Rack Combo? How does it compare to the Ares?

[@GlucksGym]

I haven't tried it out. I thought their functional trainer was decent for the price but I know Fray has had a lot of customer service issues so I've avoided them somewhat.

[@leparadisdecantor]

Hi, Do you need to fix it at the wall or on the floor ?

[@brianthal458]

Anybody know if it is possible, and if so, how difficult, to build the Ares as a 4-poster and expand to 6 later?

[@GlucksGym]

To convert you'd have to purchase new cables, remove the old, and add the new.

[@arov235]

Great review! The Bodycraft RFT seems to be the better pick though

[@droidmac]

Been waiting for this since seeing your instagram post

[@futbol1972]

I decided to go with a x3 titan wall rack, a Titan selectorized lat pull down and a ftx functional trainer instead of ares

[@gregwalker8198]

In the 4 post configuration, if you use the Gym Pin D-Handle on the front uprights (from the "Flex Marks The Spot" review) would you still be able to use the standard low row footplate or is it too short to get the full ROM?

[@GlucksGym]

I've got that attachment just didn't put the b roll of linking those in there, think I used my other bar to link the two. I'm not sure how tall you are but with legs flat and your back angled back slightly you can get a full range of motion with the plate all the way out but that's at my build. You could prob drill another hole in the low plate to get it out another inch or two

[@HomeGymHacksandReviews]

Very good review!

[@futbol1972]

Can the selectorized lat pull down attacent be used on a 4 post pr5000 16" rack? They are selling me a 16" 4 post pr5000 with a pair of sorinex jcups but no pull up bar for $600 but is like 4 hours away.

[@jasonitek]

Awesome review! I wanna know if its possible to use this Equipment as a Belt Squat?

[@highschoolbullieskennel1461]

What's the name of the piece that's attached to both cables as you're doing the overhead tricep movement? Looks like a "T" sorta.

[@luumanmusic4993]

Any advice on selling multi functional trainers like this one? I have something similar but I'm not sure the best way to sell it outside of maybe facebook marketplace

[@rambojohn7118]

Do you have a link to that straight bar that you are using to connect the 2 front trolley together? It’s at 19:00 in you video. Thanks

[@GlucksGym]

No I do not, it came with my Life Fitness trainer but my Gym Pin 30" D Handle also links the two. Use code Gluck to get 10% off. It's a much more versatile attachment too.

[@tayloreagy]

So if I have room for a compact functional trainer would it still be worth the lower combined price to get the Ares + 6-post PR-5000 versus a 6-post PR-5000 and a separate compact functional trainer? It's just hard for me to gauge the value I would get out of a slightly limited ROM functional trainer on a PR-5000 versus owning them separate.

[@GlucksGym]

Depends how good the trainer is. I sold mine off for this because I wanted to put other things there and haven't regretted it.

[@richardp2344]

Your adjustable benches looked fine for the incline, why do you say they too big? Are you talking about fitting a spotter in there?

[@GlucksGym]

You can't fit a spotter nor can you go above like 10 degrees with a barbell. The bench is too long in the back and won't fit. With cables it's a bit different because you've got some leeway

[@Squatchmichael]

How hard would it be to disassemble in the event I had to move?

[@vepristhorn8278]

So if we already have REPs lat pull down is it better to sell it and get the Ares or augment with the Athena? From a functional standpoint

[@MNIU_]

I think bolted down to the floor removed alot of home gym customers.... that means it can only go like in the basement or in a garage gym...

[@futbol1972]

Do you think I will have full range of motion with 80 inch rep ares for lat pull downs without leaning back a lot?? Iam 5'11