The Best Budget Lat Pulldown! Giant Lifting Standalone Lat & Low Row Review

[@GlucksGym]

Giant has taken our feedback and fixed the low row! We now endorse this as the best budget option anywhere near the $500 level. Code Gluck still saves 5% 👉 gluck.fit/GiantLiftingLatPulldown

[@LK-wz4dh]

I just used your affiliate code and bought one!

[@tibebe6571]

On behalf of the subcommitte of Glucks Arms, we give this video 8.2/10 Great arm shots, wonderful curl segment , tricep and delt coverage was a rare treat

[@GlucksGym]

Hahahah. These legit make me laugh every time

[@erikcarpio1956]

😂 that was funny

[@stefandebruijn6559]

I am certain that a video why you do not review some brands/products with specific examples would also be massively informative for possible customers!

[@joefrommontana252]

Yes, please! I would love to see a video on why you don’t review certain products, and the games that some companies like to play. It would give a nice insight into the industry, and probably make us all a bit street smarter when it comes to outfitting their gym, like I’m currently trying to do. Love your stuff!

[@NoFate247]

Giant is def. a dark horse company....Insanely thorough Review as USUAL!

[@GlucksGym]

haha thanks. I put everything I got into every vid

[@jmphydeaux]

I came across this review and watched it mainly because I own the GDLF super ultra cheap budget lat pulldown machine. The GDLF (may be "good life"?) machine is fine, but I can tell the Giant is much better just from your review. The ONLY advantages GDLF has over Giant are the price and better assembly instructions. For the GDLF, I've got old brake rotors resting on the base to help hold it down (it is incredibly lightweight). The pulleys are nylon, and I've already replaced a carabiner. I have to remove the seat if I want to do vertical pulls from the low pulley. I've already started wearing the top cable sheath from lots of face pulls because the front pulley isn't "open" like you pointed out on the Giant. I also upgraded the bars w/ MAG grip knockoffs. The cable likes to twist during every set, so I added a swivel and anchor shackle to help untwist it. So for anyone considering the GDLF, there's my 2 cents.

[@TheRizzler30000]

Hi man! I've had this lat pulldown tower for a few weeks, and I agree with everything you said. The top part of my tower also came scuffed and had a few scratches to the upright. Funny enough, half of the tools also came out flying for me, too. Lat pull-downs and arm workouts feel amazing. It's definitely a 1:1 ratio, lol. My biggest concern is the low pulley. As you mentioned, it's too low, and it rubs on the foot tube. I have only done a few testing sets doing seated rows, and the tubing already has a deep groove from the cable rubbing. I can send photos if interested. Giant needs to find a solution to that issue. It's a big factor in purchasing this lat and row tower. Also, the foot tubing is too short and makes it comfortable for rowing while seated. They should make it the same length as the foot plates. I did have to email them several times about the instructions, and they were super nice and helpful about it. Because of this, I'm willing to keep on purchasing future equipment from them.

[@GlucksGym]

Best budget option or should I review another one?

[@HIRAETH-ex8wb]

Giant is awesome. I’ve been talking with them for awhile about equipment while I built my gym. I think this is definitely the best standalone option out there by far

[@salazar44]

I would definitely like to see your review on the GDLF!

[@Blazemon9999]

Please do a video roasting companies and the games they play. Love it when u call out BS

[@tonyspamoni5641]

would def dig a review of the bells plate loaded. there arent many. ive been going back and forth between this, the xmark and the bells for my next addition.

[@mauriciomendoza496]

Same me!

[@zachery8841]

Shout out to Giant. Just went out to their Arizona warehouse to pick up some kit. Good equipment so far and awesome guys running it.

[@scooobyj8714]

Giant seems like a great company. Great review. I would like to see the behind the scenes of what companies ask/offer you to review.

[@ricksuarez5357]

I switched to giant from titan... OMG such a huge difference. Better quality and it's cheaper (Admittedly partially because of the "gluck" code). The owner and other staff at giant are very personal and transparent. Plus they go above and beyond to handle issues. Literally everything I've gotten from them has been quality. The only issues I've had turned out to be a janky usps guy.

[@eoleksiak]

I would love to see a video talking about your selection process!

[@bobbyhunt3009]

Picked up some attachments, Wall Control, and storage racks, using your affiliates. I'm behind You and Wynie 100%. Take Care

[@GlucksGym]

We appreciate you thinking of us!

[@timfritton469]

Oooh, this one is tempting. I've been thinking about the plate loaded cable tower from Bells, and this is just a little bit more. Slightly different purposes, I know, but this is tempting.

[@WhoIsJonHarris]

Just ordered through your link. There are some small nuances to this specific model that make it really stand out. Now I just gotta wait for the pre-order to ship in March!

[@GlucksGym]

Thank so much! They've took our feedback and made some updates after this review like with the low pulleys. Hard to beat for the price.

[@WhoIsJonHarris]

@@GlucksGym that’s great to hear!

[@murdog04]

This is a fantastic review. I think a lot of folks will pick this up. I had to go with one that connects to my rack because of space challenges. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@GlucksGym]

Happy you enjoyed it!

[@ricksuarez5357]

That code "gluck" is the truth. Plus since switching from Titan Fitness because of multiple issues (Shout out to BBB), I've been super happy with the quality and customer service from Giant Lifting. The plates are premium (I weighed the bumpers I got from them and they were all on the mark) as well as the collars, bar and other things I got from them and other things I've just ordered *sigh*. Of course with the code "gluck". I think I could have room for this, though. Also been happy with stuff from Plate Snacks as well. Also, gotten with your code from your site. Oh, your kid is adorable.

[@zachanderson9649]

I would really like a video where you explain which companies you choose to work with!

[@MeepMeep88]

I'm surprised no companies comes out with a chest supported attachment for their lat towers.. WOuldn't be hard to make, just a chest supported column like thing that reaches far enough infront of you to stop.. Then make it adjustable the same way you make anything else adjustable. Give it another year or two before they catch on

[@adambelden2329]

This is the second product I purchased this based o. Your reviews. Hoping it gets here next week. I also grabbed their push sled, hoping that is decent quality. I had been leaning towards Vulcan, been awhile since I ordered from theem. The Gluck code still works, Thank you

[@GlucksGym]

They've upgraded a few things from this review. Hope you enjoy it!

[@adambelden2329]

I received the pull down, it is about like you described, the included instructions are a schematic,that is essentially useless. The video is helpful. I also ordered the sled but haven't put it together yet.

[@swills84]

This is almost an exact copy of the ATX stand alone lat pull down (I have had one in my home gym for 4 years) they have since made some improvements on there’s to make it easier to put together.

[@joecowan3719]

Giant has been releasing some really nice items at reasonable costs.

[@GlucksGym]

Definitely. And they've been doing a good job of fixing issues

[@ricksuarez5357]

@@GlucksGym So much facts

[@rogerbingman9370]

Just got Giant Lifting Stand Alone Lat Machine. Works good. Added some red to match my gym.

[@Quarterhorse25]

The lighting in this video is top notch.

[@GlucksGym]

I think Wynie and I put like 42 lights up hahaha

[@danielpicerni24]

I had that super cheap Amazon lat pull down. It worked. Wasn’t smooth. Couldn’t do curls because the front would lift. But it worked ok for lat pull downs and triceps. Low row was ok too. Was nice to have it during the pandemic. I gave it away to a kid down the street. I haven’t seen it in the trash so I think he likes it ok too 😂

[@GlucksGym]

ahahha. Do you think we could make an entertaining video out of it?

[@danielpicerni24]

@@GlucksGymit could definitely be funny. If you are going to buy it, just don’t feel obligated to keep it like Titans tricep bar.

[@josh4154]

Thanks for the video, I've been looking at this product. Glad their warehouse is down the street from me

[@michaelpietrzak2067]

Nice review! Sometimes I wish I had gone with the plate loaded version over the selectorized version. You can't do cable side laterals on the selectorized as the range of motion is so short. It's also easier to make a saefty squat setup with the plate loaded.

[@jacobliston7339]

My garage space is limited so the fact the footprint isn't that big makes this very appealing.

[@HughLeFitness]

I think overall this is pretty decent for the price. Any affordable leg extension/curl machine review coming up? I'm looking to buy one.

[@aptn22]

They updated the instructions with a lot better step by diagrams. Seems like they took a lot of your feedback and made some meaningful changes. I went to go purchase this they gave a 50 dollar discount in addition to your referral discount.

[@GlucksGym]

Yes they have! Giant has been get receptive with our feedback!

[@JB-rk2kk]

I ordered the new lat pull down based on this video (used your promo) especially because of the vertical pull. I plan on trying this bad boy for some belt squats, I might need to make the seat quick release, but in theory should be able to use it like a rhino lite. Have you tried any belt squat variation or hip thrusts with the low row? The low row on this might sneakily be the most versatile element of the machine.

[@dannydoan3142]

Please make a video on how you choose companies! Tell us the tea!

[@Dymolabelwriter450]

Good looking machine. Might go with this once Giant gets the directions better and make a video

[@brentdawgs8905]

I got the gdlf and it’s surprisingly good.

[@GlucksGym]

Good enough for a review?

[@alfredomeza4181]

After Glucks review. They sold out quick. Just came back in stock today. I ordered the Newer version with updated foot plate. Ships out around Thanksgiving. Plus I saved 10%, with Gluck discount. Thank you lots.

[@GlucksGym]

Wow they acted quick to fix that! Appreciate the support!

[@alfredomeza4181]

​@GlucksGym Let's hope the instructions are legible and the bolts are better packaged. Don't wanna pull a Gluck during installation. 😂

[@alphaomega7758]

​@alfredomeza4181 how were the instructions?

[@alfredomeza4181]

​@alphaomega7758 Horrible. The box supplied a blow out diagram. Not good. On Giant Lifting Lat pulldown page there's a link to a more "detailed" instructions. All the bolts came loose in a small box with two bolts missing. Great VALUE product, shitty instructions and packaging. Have patience.

[@gloriousapplebees]

Would love a video on why you reject things and the bs companies might get up to!

[@imadork123]

I mostly just work with a loading pin and two pulleys attached to a power rack, but if I end up using that system more so that it becomes a nuisance, I may end up switching to this!

[@ToddCBrown]

Great review! But now you have confused me with great information. I was pretty set on going with a cable tower. Now it seems that the lat pulldown option can do many, if not most of the things the cable tower can do. I am looking the option of a lat pulldown like this vs. something like the BOS Cable tower. Other than sitting on the floor for lat pulls, it seems to me that the cable towers offer me more exercise options on a budget. Thoughts?

[@brandonvaldez5243]

Fantastic review, headed to pick up mine today!

[@GlucksGym]

Hope you like it!

[@bobbyfisherUnbelivable]

Was it good?

[@iluvmym4]

Awesome 😮 was looking at Amazons xmark but this looks like a higher quality set up 😊

[@Jhorne84]

Yes, please make a video on why you don’t review products from certain companies!

[@ajk3004]

if the screw fits it fits its how i go by it half of them ain't in the right place but still solid as a rock

[@JustSheilz]

I love the availability of less expensive versions, but my ceiling is still too low :( I only have an 80 inch ceiling in my basement.

[@henryquinones1912]

great review. keep them coming.

[@daveanderson2539]

Love your content. Just wondering why the product is $349 for pickup, but when you add FREE shipping the product goes up $100?

[@GlucksGym]

That's because there's no such thing as free shipping. It's always factored into the price but for whatever reason it's easier to sell things when it's included and it sounds better to say free than shipping included. I never checked the pickup price though.

[@jonathannapier-morales2259]

Pls review GDLF. Noone has done it.

[@YourFavoriteLibertarian]

Yes, make the video about the companies and practices. I'll make the popcorn.

[@cs1375]

Next time I am in Seattle I am going to stop in and grab some plates at least. Dollar a pound for 45s I'll take that.

[@Thepokechoprx]

I’d love to see you check out something from Crandall fitness. I’m curious to see how their selectorized lat/low row compares to the bigger guys. It’s advertised at $1950 shipped which I think seems competitive

[@gibbygordo]

That’s a nice looking piece of equipment!

[@GlucksGym]

They've been asking for us to review stuff and I did offer to review their lat/low row but sending it out was too much for them and admittedly it's too much for us to buy atm.

[@crandallfitness]

We will see if we can get something done

[@WildCatLyfe]

I’ve got a 6 post Titan T3 Rack. 36” with 24” extension. Debating between the Titan T3 Rack Attached Lat Pulldown and Low row, or this one with Giant as a standalone unit. In a 2 car garage but I can only use my half of the garage 😆 what would you recommend? They’re about the same price point but I’m more concerned about the footprint the standalone unit would take up. But if I go the T3 route I’m guessing the quality would be about on par with the standalone unit you reviewed and nylon pulleys. 🤔

[@AndrewFrancisFreeman]

I wonder if they should add wheels to the back in order to make it movable? That would be good for the smaller home gym.

[@GlucksGym]

I didn't think of that. Maybe I'm the only one moving these things?! 😂

[@sumanthbudugu335]

Great video!! I’d love to see the amazon cheap version. For my neighbor Ofcourse 😅😢

[@brianhopkins5251]

I got an idea. how about a comparison (or what the heck we're looking for ) in bands. Everyone sells a different version and the price range is all over. From simple and easy to I"m a monster powerlifter, how do we know which is worth money and time or not? (also relatively cheap).

[@Jorge_Magallon]

@3:20. Please make that video you mentioned about the games companies play etc. Enquiring minds want to know.

[@carps_gym]

Giant has some nice pieces that most folks don’t know about yet.

[@JoshSarkar]

How would you feel about this lat pulldown versus a rack accessory based one? I'm thinking of getting the Rep Fitness plate-loaded Lat Pulldown for my PR4000.

[@GlucksGym]

Standalone units almost always work better than an integrated system but the trade off is that you need the additional space. Rep's is pretty good and their prices are similar but the advantage Rep has is you can upgrade to sectorized down the road. Otherwise the quality of the two is pretty close.

[@JoshSarkar]

Thanks!! @@GlucksGym

[@aurelius5837]

yes i would like you to review the cheap one

[@joemomma707]

Amazing review as always!!! I’m still leaning towards the two we talked about on IG.

[@normsnaman]

The ballerina steps when moving the Giant lat pulldown/low row is hilarious. Haha.

[@GlucksGym]

I'm glad someone enjoyed that 😂

[@Judderton]

Gluck, I’m 6’5”. Do you think this is tall enough to give me a full range of motion on lat pull downs? Do you know the distance from the seat to the pull down bar?

[@randy291]

When does this ship to the general public? They are taking preorders. Thank you! Love your channel 💪🏻👍🏻

[@GlucksGym]

It's been out while it just keeps selling out

[@randy291]

Ty

[@jjp2759]

Would love your opinion on the Ironmaster hi/low, if you still have the bench😂

[@GlucksGym]

I've got both the original and V2. I was going to do a new vid on the V2 and I've been looking at the tower but having to buy all their stuff makes it a little harder to justify atm

[@jjp2759]

@@GlucksGym FWIW I have and enjoy the bench for its versatility. Their tower would be my cheapest option, but the tower would have to either be placed in the middle of the room or moved around every time you use it because the high pulley is on the opposite side of the tower as the low pulley. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@mauriciomendoza496]

I want a Review of the BoS plate loaded late pulldown.

[@Mr100700551]

Hey ! New subscriber here. What type of flooring do you have? Also, shame we dont have this type of good budget companies in Eur (or at least i don't know them).

[@GlucksGym]

Our flooring is 3/4" thick horse stall mats with Gorilla tape holding the seams.

[@dannydoan3142]

Could you email them and learn if they will make...that low pulley improvement?

[@nberger6984]

If you wanted to get something a little higher quality but not top of the line… what do you recommend?

[@GlucksGym]

Bells of Steel Plate Loaded

[@LK-wz4dh]

I just used your affiliate code and bought one!

[@GlucksGym]

😁 Thanks for the support!

[@balboa0621]

Nobody has reviewed the iron master cable attachment. Get on that, Gluck.

[@RWGG22]

What do yall think about those plates.

[@bobbyfisherUnbelivable]

Ok you sold me :) mine should arrive this week. Seems crazy Giant isn’t getting more love… I mean aluminum pulleys for $474 shipped (w discount)… somebody pinch me 🎉. I let you know if it’s worth the money or where they took short cuts. Also they’ve changed the design of it. No more floor pads to stand on 😢

[@ivoryG37]

Have you used this? How was it

[@bobbyfisherUnbelivable]

@@ivoryG37 yes I use it almost daily. It’s not as smooth as commercial gym stuff but still glides great. Assembly sucks but you can add a clip or two here and there to make it work lol And it does have floor pads to stand on… my initial post is incorrect on that.

[@durkadurka6628]

Can you compare this lat/low row with the add-on in the rep pr5000? I'm curious what the pro/con is besides not having separate floorspace dedicated to it.. Thanks!

[@bharadhwajh1785]

@glucksGym will the Giant lat pulldown be compatible with Titan X3 flatfoot rack?

[@mauriciomendoza496]

It's this 11 gauge steel? In their website doesn't comenta it

[@chadfraser9274]

us poors would love a review of the amazon one!

[@henryw31]

If the weigh is loaded unevenly will it still operate smoothly ?

[@alexgersa5323]

how does this compare to powertec lat pull down?

[@jam179]

Is low pully rubbing issues going to be addressed in the released version?

[@benjhutchison]

So I thought it was hilarious when I went on their site, chose "free shipping" and then saw the price go up $100. If you are going to charge $100 for shipping just own it.

[@sejtan212]

Is low row 2:1 ratio? ***nvm.. he addresses toward end of video.. both low row and lat pulldown is 1:1

[@donray2435]

Boom goes the dynamite

[@carps_gym]

Gluck fan tier

[@GlucksGym]

The rarest tier 😍

[@commandoslayer]

I am space-limited, so I need one that is narrow.

[@bigk2080]

My UPS guy is sick of unloading gym shit, so I can only imagine how pissed your guy must be😂

[@GlucksGym]

We actually have a FedEx lady that makes me unload things myself 😂

[@BrimhallBarbellClub]

Curious as to the loadable dumbbells holders you have on your post there. Brand?

[@GlucksGym]

XII XI but they went out of business

[@ak_777-d5k]

Would love a video of brands you do not review and why.

[@imonone2613]

Gdlf vs valor fitness lat pull down

[@jasonshoaf8484]

I ordered this and just put it together. Wow. Definite quality control issues with their manufacturing partner. The threaded inserts in the ends of the guide rails aren't aligned properly so the screws will only go in at an angle. This results in the guide rails not being parallel with each other and serious friction/resistance as the weight carriage slides up on the rails. Very disappointing. I've emailed Giant and hoping they can provide an acceptable solution. Anyone else encounter an issue like this?

[@bobbyfisherUnbelivable]

Not this issue but my assembly sucked. Luckily my issues haven’t caused friction.

[@ivoryG37]

Curious if Giant ever did anything for you regarding your issues?

[@jasonshoaf8484]

They eventually responded to me. They recommended loosening the screws which allows for a little wiggle room and the carriage slides better. I had already done that before they responded. It helped, but I’m not happy with the overall quality of the machine. It may be the best you can get for the money; I don’t know. Regardless, I wish that I had spent more money to get a higher quality machine. Personally, I wouldn’t recommend Giant to anyone.

[@ivoryG37]

​@@jasonshoaf8484 Thanks for responding! Yikes, I wish I saw your comment before purchasing. They had a prime day deal last week and bought base on this review. Mine comes in tomorrow so hopefully no issues. I am surprised they could not send you a replacement part and only recommended loosening the screw.

[@olgrandma9350]

@@ivoryG37 did you run into any issues?

[@apuz13]

Please do a video on why you don’t review all products that companies ask you to

[@thisguyrighthere4634]

probably they say no criticism lol

[@allaboutcars4835]

So they’re going to redo the instructions that the Chinese made, and make them more easily to follow? Is that what you’re eating?

[@TheCarterHomeGym]

Ooh, the Titan killer?

[@SentoukiEX]

How do you keep your floors so clean?

[@GlucksGym]

I only clean the parts you can see in the video 😂

[@kznsky14]

I would like to know about the shenanigans that companies pull to get you to review their stuff. Don't even have to name the companies.

[@GlucksGym]

They can ask but we get so many requests that I get to be very very picky. If it doesn't interest me or I don't think think my audience will watch I move on. To answer your comment though, we've been offered money, larger affiliate percentages, they spam us, try to make themselves look exclusive, and the list goes on. Some of it I address in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6GwiXuhm6Z4rLs but maybe it's time for that why we don't review certain things video.

[@brianhopkins5251]

same. give us the inside scoop

[@voodoorecon8070]

I want those donut plates.

[@squealer42]

Yes! Who doesn't like a quality negative Nancy rant? You should keep a running list of your most despised overtures, then make a video with names masked to protect the guilty, e.g. U.S. based theme park in Tokyo. Speaking of themes, a nice precursor could be a ridonkulously buzz-word marketed tripping over itself compilation of Amazon fitness favorites. LSMFT

[@tazRenegade]

Evil algorithm!!

[@GlucksGym]

😈

[@luis44801]

I have purchased many items from giant lifting and all of their instructions are awful