Titan Fitness T-2 Power Rack Review

[@shadowlab9543]

great review !! im gonna get this shorter version.

[@WorkMateGuy]

Glad you liked it!

[@kaden8748]

Amazing review! Can I ask how did you drill more holes into your rack?

[@WorkMateGuy]

I used drill bits like these. Drilled a small pilot hole first. www.amazon.com/KENDO-Drill-Automatic-Center-Punch/dp/B0CK23YX7G/ref=sr_1_4_sspa?crid=3R9241IDHTMPQ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DG-czBop7VJMCdzN-H2moJhJb8pJCnFc8bbpIRq_UOIvU7qiF3THhdJ8GPBKRx3xDJw1gehF87y9ltZMjOE5ICpA-6YVKsm7h386HHCRQFJhIs_iSFO6t5sZQNTnCoqIe1pTQ02gyqbdFr5zyrPy9qkUH2DGaW73mlpRU7k77YyMGWDrHH48-j7A6ETIL7IIu-nXLoh5mqsEYBZ8RJs2pdvM4H3H2lJEZZBaHnkzvQcypAwoWxdZTrnhbNVwJ9hdDc8a6Q_kqDlqQQHr2awxY8KuC8-r4fR1w5V5KGYLoOw.4iw-_HCrE7UiTjtywy_u-qP4FTG6a1eBOsjbjwXA9rA&dib_tag=se&keywords=variable+size+drill+bit&qid=1711479917&sprefix=veriable+size+drill+bit%2Caps%2C105&sr=8-4-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1

[@shinzman87]

The newer T-2 rack (since 2020) has better welds and a better powder coat. Probably the best 2x2 11 gauge rack under $400. What pull up bar is that? It looks like it’s welded on?

[@WorkMateGuy]

The pull up bar is standard from Titan and bolts on to the cage. Cheers!

[@danielengel1295]

I am picking up the t2 83 inch tall titan power rack tomorrow morning. bought it for 150 dollars used.

[@WorkMateGuy]

That's a great deal Daniel. I know you are going to enjoy using it. Cheers!

[@LetcLove]

How can I bench Heavy alone?

[@WorkMateGuy]

Good question and I bench alone all the time using the squat rack in this video using the safety bars. I took a light weight section of pvc pipe and simulated doing a bench press to get the safety bars at the right height. With my back flat on the bench and chest normal the pipe rests on the safety bars with just enough room for me to slide out from underneath. The holes in this rack are 2" apart. I had to put some wood under one end of my bench to get the height just right. I also have the Titan T-2 Series Adjustable Monolift Attachments. These make a big difference and worth the investment.

[@WorkMateGuy]

Also see this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/inypopqOiKuKj9E

[@h00kedoncomix69]

What kind of attatchments can you use on this rack?

[@WorkMateGuy]

You can use any of the Titan Fitness attachments for the T-2. I added two more sets of J hooks and the spotter arms as well as the pull up bar you see in this video.

[@ianfoirfe5879]

Sounds like the dinosaur scientist from Jurassic park.

[@WorkMateGuy]

A South Park character, George Carlin, a minister, and now a dinosaur scientist from Jurassic park. LOL!

[@sculptedtitanium8745]

Can a 6foot barbell with 46inch between the sleeves work with the T2? Thanks in advance.

[@WorkMateGuy]

The distance between the outside edges of the vertical posts is 48". Sorry.

[@BuildingBetterBoxers]

I recently got mine I love it

[@WorkMateGuy]

Congratulations! I love mine too... use it three days per week. Thanks for stopping by.

[@charlesmacias306]

Not getting a response from Titan, hope you can help. After looking at many cages I've decided on this one, but found a concern that the specs I've read don't provide the best answer. I've mostly standard bars. Mine measure 42 inches between the inside collars, would these and does your standard bar fit evenly and level on the J hooks? Thanks...

[@WorkMateGuy]

Hi Charles. My Rogue & Titan olympic bars have 51 3/4" between collars. The outside dimension for the cage is 48". Unless you can move the collars to 51"+ this cage is too wide for your bar. I can't think of any safe way to modify or accessorize this rack to accomodate your 42" dimension. If you have the budget you can get into a decent olympic set with 300 lbs without robbing a bank. And then sell your standard set to make up the difference. I hope this helps. - John BTW, I am assuming that when you say Standard you are referring to a bar that is 1" in diameter.

[@bobbyworldwide]

Excellent review

[@WorkMateGuy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@brojitzu719]

As someone who intends to buy this rack, your considerations... and admittedly, your voice, make this the most trustworthy review I've ever seen for any product. Not to mention the casual manner in which you mention that you drilled your own additional holes into the rack which look like they were done at the factory. Respect.

[@WorkMateGuy]

Thank you very much Daniel. I am glad to know this helped you out. I would be interested to know your take on this rack after you have used it a few times. Also, if you intend to purchase more than one product from Titan, purchase this first separately and then use the points to purchase other less expensive items. Cheers!

[@brojitzu719]

@@WorkMateGuy thanks for the tip! I will definitely strategize my purchases accordingly. not sure when I'll be able to finally order in light of our current situation.

[@tac4bravo]

they have updated the rack int he past year, better welds, better coating finish.

[@WorkMateGuy]

If you don't mind me asking, did you get one of the newer ones?

[@tac4bravo]

@@WorkMateGuy no I haven’t, but I’ve watched a few videos and the welds looked good and the reviewers said it was updated.

[@indicastrain4127]

Do you know if it would be possible to mount the Multigrip pull up bar upside down?

[@jaghall47]

Yes

[@sebastiannieves4825]

Your thoughtfulness, careful consideration, problem solving, and overall attitude makes me feel so at peace with my purchase! Not only that, you seem like a solid man. Keep the videos coming man, nothing but respect.

[@WorkMateGuy]

Thanks Sebastian. Glad to know you found this to be useful. Cheers!

[@josephshatrowsky]

The new t2 is beautiful, it has a nice powder coat and is even sturdier. I love mine.

[@WorkMateGuy]

Hey Joseph, thanks for stopping by and posting. Cheers!

[@pudgelikeme]

Very thorough review sir. Enjoyed the information & pace.

[@WorkMateGuy]

Hi Jose, glad you like the video. Thanks for stopping by and commenting. If you don't mind me asking, is this unit one you will be purchasing?

[@pudgelikeme]

@@WorkMateGuy I'm thinking about buying one, yes. Not exactly sure yet though.

[@johnlin2800]

super detailed review. just what i was looking for! thank you!

[@WorkMateGuy]

Glad to know you found this helpful. Cheers!

[@fishtacoguy]

Good, detailed review. I'm looking at the T-2 rack and think (based in part on your review) it will work for my needs. Oh, and if you are not doing so already, you should consider looking at doing voice over work or narration for audio books. Seriously, your tone and even, clear voice is better than more than a few on Audible (it's the largest growth segment in the world of literature sales right now).

[@WorkMateGuy]

Glad you found it to be useful and appreciate your compliment. I really like this rack and use it several times per week. Cheers!

[@notpinhead3514]

Love that Discipline Equals Freedom

[@WorkMateGuy]

Sounds like you might be familiar with Jocko.

[@EvilLink88]

So you don't need washers? I was missing 8 and went out today to buy the missing washers. Do the washers just give extra support to the nut?

[@WorkMateGuy]

Congratulations on your new power rack! I know you are going to enjoy using it. I use mine 4-5 days per week. If you have the type of bolts that have kind of a washer built into the head then you only need a washer on the nut side of the assembly.

[@Tain950]

Excellent review on this cage 👍

[@WorkMateGuy]

Glad you liked it

[@Mr2323Hoffman]

How are u getting plates on the right with that door

[@WorkMateGuy]

I have about 6 inches on either side for loading my plates. It's a tight squeeze with a few marks on the door. :-) thanks for stopping by.

[@ralphcornwell3206]

Where did you get your TOP SQUAT? Thanks

[@WorkMateGuy]

Ralph Cornwell I purchased it from Dave Draper more then 10 years ago. He no longer sells them but you can still find it online with a google search.

[@travisclimbingbear2717]

Do you have a link for the stickers you used?

[@WorkMateGuy]

Hey Travis, here you go: amzn.to/2YOeFUf

[@waymondyoung3128]

If you don't mind me asking, please let me know what size room that rack is sitting in. I've got a 13' x 10' x 8' room and am wondering if it will fit in that room with a 7' Olympic bar. Thanks in advance for your reply.

[@WorkMateGuy]

My room is 10'x10' with 18" shelving on the left and a closet that cuts into the room on the right. I have about 6" on either side of the bar for loading plates. If you set things up correctly you should be just fine. Good luck with your fitness.

[@forthetruth7338]

Your voice is great You need to be a story teller or narrator

[@WorkMateGuy]

SAMSONROCK Thank you so much. And thank you for stopping by my channel. By the way, are you looking into fitness equipment? Cheers.

[@samesparza2149]

I agree man holy shit you have a narrators voice!

[@sumitagarwal3788]

I thibk he shohkd work for children story telling voice over . Very gentle sound and pace too

[@Hohmies86]

Are we sure he doesn’t narrate on a tv show already….

[@jalapenobs8461]

Thank you for this review! It helps a lot in my future decision on buying a squat rack.

[@quincy189]

how tall is the pull up bar? Can I ask what is the distance of the two bolts attached for the pull up bar? I have a power rack similar 2 x2 but not a titan and I want to buy titans 1.25in pull up bar they are the same length 42in wide but I just want to know if the bolt pattern is the same as mine. Is it a 3 inch gap?

[@WorkMateGuy]

The distance between the bolts is 4" on center. Cheers!

[@mr.clorox]

How's it holding up?

[@WorkMateGuy]

Hi Banter - I sold the short rack so that I could get the taller version. As I mentioned in the video the short rack had been outside and was doing fine for me. The new taller one is holding up well. Just checked the tightness of the bolts yesterday and none of them needed tightening. Would I buy it again? Yes. Thanks for stopping by.

[@michaelsaffron364]

One thing that's still not clear to me is, do I have to bolt this down or is it designed to be a flat foot rack? My setup will be inside on horse stall mats placed over laminate flooring. I understood the part about the bolts sticking through and drilling holes in the platform, but no actual bolts or screws are going into the actual floor, correct?

[@WorkMateGuy]

Hi Michael, I have not bolted this to the floor or the wood it is sitting on. I use the extra weights you see on the bottom to keep it stable. I suspect that the bolt heads on the bottom will press into the horse stall mats enough to make it stable. This rack is about 100 lbs and pretty stable. If you are going to be swinging on the pull up bar you may have some stability issues. Otherwise, place your spare weights on a bar running thru the lower hole as you see in the video and you should be fine.

[@michaelsaffron364]

@@WorkMateGuy Okay, thanks very much!

[@pbh07]

Audiobook voice. But anyways, I want to get into crossfit. I can do strict pullups, but I want to try kipping. I'm 6'0. Is this tall enough?

[@luisibanez3180]

Just stick to strict pull ups and do them weighted .

[@WorkMateGuy]

If you do kipping you will either have to bolt this down to a base or put ballast on it as you seen in the video. If you get the taller version you should be okay. Cheers!

[@T0YCHEST]

Would squatting or doing anything inside the rack be practical for me I'm 76in tall; with the multigrip pull up bar?

[@T0YCHEST]

Is this rack practical In general for taller people?

[@WorkMateGuy]

Regular Old Plumbus The short version of this rack would be too short for you. I'm just about 72in tall and my head barely clears the multi purpose pull up bar with a short rack. I just upgraded to the taller version, and I like it a lot better. Subscribe to the Titan website mailing list for significant discounts for this rack.

[@legendairycow8001]

Just don’t use the pull-up bar

[@jayjacobl4667]

How high is the highest hole setting (21? since I think you said you drilled in the 22nd and 23rd hole) from the ground? And how low is the lowest? I'm trying to figure out the geometry of if it makes sense to go with the extension rack, since I'm afraid the plate storage might be too close to allow for racking of weights on jhooks.

[@WorkMateGuy]

Hi Jay, I sold this rack and purchased the tall version some time ago. On the tall version the lowest hole is 13" from the floor and highest is 71" from the floor. Because my work area is so limited I store my bumpers on a plate holder on the inside of the rack at the back on the lowest hole and the remaining bumpers on the front as you see in this video. I hope this helps. Cheers.

[@nd5852]

Did you have any issues squatting inside the rack? See you mentioned you are around 6 ft so I am wondering if you hit your head on the crossmember or pull up bar.

[@Easwara]

Thank you for the Video. Hope this will be good 300lb for squat and pullup. Did u ever felt shaky during pull up ? I am planning to buy this . I am 170lb and 5'8"

[@WorkMateGuy]

As you can see I have stored my additional plates on the bottom which makes it more stable for all the lifts and pull ups. Yes, without the ballast on the bottom I can get shakey during pull ups but not too bad.

[@Easwara]

WorkMateGuy thank you so much for your response . I brought that

[@Krakaet]

Thanks for this helpful video! I'm looking to buy the short version of this rack (71") once it becomes available again to put in my basement which has a very low clearance and an un-even ceiling. Looks like the lowest portion of my ceiling caps out at about 71.5 or 71 5/8" so it's going to be a very tight fit! This means that I won't have the luxury of a wooden platform to correct any potential wobble issue as you explained in this video. Any tips for installing this on a concrete basement floor?

[@WorkMateGuy]

Yikes! I am wondering how you will stand up the vertical members once you have them assembled. I know I am let in responding. Have you purchase the rack yet?

[@Krakaet]

@@WorkMateGuy Hey, didn't even see your response! It's a VERY tight fit. Somehow the uprights just barely squeaked in and I had to orient the rack in an undesirable position (east-west instead of north-south) so that it fit between the pipes running along my basement ceiling. I have about | | that much space between the top of the upright and the drywall ceiling of my basement. But, it works! I've lifted using sturdier racks....but, for its height and how light it is (I can actually drag the unloaded rack around the room if needed), it is a very durable rack and I have no fears lifting an acceptable amount in it. I have grown to like the pin-and-pipe safety rail system. Compared to other safety rail systems, they are pretty easy to remove and set off to the side.

[@gregnewton9877]

great review!!!!!

[@WorkMateGuy]

Greg Newton Thanks! Are you thinking about getting one nay time soon?

[@Lugod777]

If you kept the feet in the bolts would not have been an issue

[@WorkMateGuy]

Hey Luca, I am curious to understand your recommendation. Perhaps you might provide a little more information. Thanks!

[@rightpa]

Thanks for the review. Just put mine together yesterday after watching this and wanted to mention that those base bolts go in from the bottom up. If you do that then there is no need to drill holes in the platform. Also, be careful not to overtighten the bolts. It is possible to bend the metal.

[@WorkMateGuy]

You are certainly welcome. It sounds like they have made some design improvements since I got mine.

[@AgentOfLogos]

I’m taller than the rack

[@WorkMateGuy]

I bet... this is definitely a short rack! Thanks for stopping by.

[@levrais231]

I’m considering the t2 and trying to decide if I should build a platform or not. Is there any issue with it coming off the platform since it’s not bolted down? Thanks.

[@WorkMateGuy]

levrais231 I have drilled holes into my platform that allow the bolt heads on the bottom of the frame to sit down in them. This prevents the rack from sliding off the platform. At the same time I typically have several hundred pounds of weight distributed front and back holding it down. Which prevents it from tipping over when I do pull ups at the front pf the rack. You could bolt it down to your platform but it would be a challenge to do so and a pain to move if you ever needed to re position it.

[@ILoveCats208]

I agree. You should be a narrator

[@WorkMateGuy]

BOB I have been told I have the voice for T.V and the face for radio. :-)

[@GreeneZonee]

Jocko 👌

[@WorkMateGuy]

Devan Greene Discipline=Freedom. Discipline is the ability to correct, control, mold, and perfect one's self.

[@levrais231]

Thanks for posting this review. Very well done. I’m curious how you’re getting the plates on and off the side of the bar by the closet door. Maybe it’s the camera angle but it looks like just a couple inches of space.

[@WorkMateGuy]

levrais231 You are certainly welcome, and welcome to my channel. I have about 5 inches clearance at each end of the barbell which mean I have to be very careful of the closet door side as well as the other end. I call it my micro gym. Thanks for stopping by.

[@Lugod777]

Multi grip is lame straight bar forever

[@WorkMateGuy]

I like the straight bar as well. However, my elbows give me fits if I don't change up the grip every so often. Cheers!

[@JerzyBoy973]

DUDE WHATS THE HEIGHT OF THE RACK. YOUR CEILING CLEARANCE IS IRRELEVANT 😭😭😭

[@notpinhead3514]

Google it

[@JerzyBoy973]

FrnchFriez that’s what people have to do. Cuz this is useless.

[@WorkMateGuy]

Hi Kirk H - Welcome to my channel. You may have noticed the dimensions of the rack are provided in the first 20 seconds of the video and in the description. Thanks for stopping by. Cheers.

[@JerzyBoy973]

WorkMateGuy you’re absolutely right. Idk how I missed it.

[@WorkMateGuy]

@@JerzyBoy973 Please let me know if you have any other questions about this rack. Last year I upgraded to the taller version. Cheers!

[@jjwaters4037]

You sound like a boaring national geographic narrator 😂

[@WorkMateGuy]

jj waters My father once told me I have the face for radio and voice for TV. Cheers.

[@jjwaters4037]

@@WorkMateGuy lol I bet so! Nice home set up btw!

[@WorkMateGuy]

jj waters I call it my micro-gym. It's so small I have to step out of the room just to change my mind. I misstep and I put the barbell through the closet door. :-)