Valor Fitness BD-62 Wall Mount Cable Station Full Review | Is It Worth It?

[@untappedstrength7548]

Please let me know in the comments down below if you own this product, a similar one or are looking to buy one. I'm curious to know your thoughts.

[@JasonYoast]

I have this when I use attachment to pull both cables at the same time weight feels significantly heavier than a single cable.. is yours like this as well ?

[@wernerbaumgarten3640]

Hi , u helped me make my decision , bought it a month ago , love it . Did have the red adjusting knob come apart , got a hold of parts and had a new one in 3 days , so ,I would say , great customer service . Oh, and on that row video , I had an old bow flex ,kept the bench and that works great with the rolling seat on a rail ,thanks and take care

[@1MakeupAficionado]

This video was a lifesaver! That part that you showed...I have been trying for the last hour to figure out what it goes to. I am in the middle of trying to assemble the unit and I was concerned that I had missed a step. I found the same thing you did, that the part didn’t even exist in the manual. Thank you so much for this video. It was such a huge help and a relief to know I did not miss a step. I agree wholeheartedly the manual completely sucks.

[@untappedstrength7548]

1MakeupAficionado That’s awesome. I’m glad you found this helpful. I was certain others would be facing similar challenges.

[@untappedstrength7548]

Hello! I found a bracket you can use for the Valor or any cable tower really. Video will be uploaded tomorrow so stay tuned.

[@DrSynapse72]

I have one. Love it! Fits in my basement, great for all variants of cable rows and pull downs; tricep extensions, cable bicep curls!!!

[@untappedstrength7548]

Super versatile

[@marks.7992]

I’ve had mine for about a month, and I love it. My 17 year old son put it together in about 90 minutes, without much trouble although he did complain a little bit about the instructions. I hired somebody to mount it to the wall. I would recommend using lag bolts and washers. We also used spacers, but that was because I didn’t want to cut into the baseboards. I don’t think we would have had to use them otherwise. We also mounted one screw into the cement floor to keep it from moving sideways. I’ve been able to get fully body workouts with this machine, no problem. In fact, I haven’t touched my dumbbells since I got it. For lat pull downs and cable rows, I just sit on the floor which has been fine since I covered the cement floors with horse stall mats. Obviously, I’d prefer a bench with a knee holder for the lat pull downs, but I haven’t been able to find one. My only complaint so far is that the cables don’t pull perfectly smooth, but it’s not too big of a deal. At some point the plastic wheels and/or cables will need to be replaced, and I’ll upgrade them. I would definitely recommend the BD-62. Easily my best COVID purchase.

[@untappedstrength7548]

I do agree when specially pulling both cables simultaneously it does create a lot of drag. You can always check Titan Fitness or REP fitness for the lat pull down machines.

[@Ahmed74210]

Is there any solution for the dragging issue?

[@jorgeruiz9481]

I know its been 3 years, so it looks like Valor heard the concerns about the wall brakets not aligning due to garages typically having baseboards or obstructions on the bottom. I see with the new B62s the bottom bracket angles 9 inches up toward wall. Maybe that fixed the problem hopefully. Great video BTW.

[@untappedstrength7548]

that's really cool.

[@DespicableBunny]

what's interesting about this product is that different companies have the exact same thing. they prolly just find the same supplier from china and label it as their own. Good review bro

[@hollynguyen3125]

I JUST BOUGHT ONE! WAITED FOR 6 MONTHS :) SO EXCITED!

[@harrisonjones6988]

Me too pumped!

[@untappedstrength7548]

Wow, thats great! enjoy the new toy.

[@ApolloWeiss]

If you just bought one how did you wait 6 months already

[@MrCarlitos1007]

@@ApolloWeiss maybe it was out of stock, she waited for 6 months for it to be in stock and just bought it... 😳😳🤦🏽‍♂️

[@Pro-qu8ko]

I'm thinking of buying two as I'd still be saving a little bit compared to a functional trainer.

[@rxonmymind8362]

Smart.

[@IainPovey-le7vk]

Just for info. Mirafit does a video showing the construction of virtually the same price of kit. Also, possibly slightly better instructions? At least kit is numbered. :)

[@dylano7242]

I piked up a used Titan fitness version for $100. Biggest problem i see is securing it if don't want drill wall into a finished drywall. I'm thinking getting posts and pvc pipe and outing weights in it, it wood and strapping it to other equipment.

[@thepistolguy859]

Mount a 2x4 into wall studs behind drywall mount the cable machine to the 2x4

[@tommyranger1]

Nice review, very helpful. What would you think about buying 2 of these in order to perform cable crossovers?

[@brandonlathrop8902]

hey what kind of bolts did you use to mount the bracket to the board? I cannot find the correct size bolt

[@kartikeya_11]

What’s that thing call at 4:31 which is used to convert dual pulley into one?

[@untappedstrength7548]

Kartikeya Malik Valor simply calls it a bracket to create a single anchor point for attachments.

[@kartikeya_11]

Untapped Strength do you have any link for this specific product ?

[@untappedstrength7548]

@@kartikeya_11 Unfortunately Valor does not sell this part separately I don't think. You can always give them a call to check.

[@untappedstrength7548]

Hello! I found a bracket you can use for the Valor or any cable tower really. Video will be uploaded tomorrow so stay tuned.

[@27519ab]

Might seem like a dumb question but can you do Lower chest cable flys with this?

[@untappedstrength7548]

yes, but honestly you may be better off doing one arm at a time to get better chest activation.

[@Pur3D00med2]

Mine is very stiff. It has 20+ lbs of resistance when pulling both handles with NO weight on it, and when letting go the cables go back very slowly with no resistance. I've lubricated everything and the wheels spin very freely, so I'm thinking it's an issue with the cable?

[@untappedstrength7548]

That's too much resistance with no weights. I'd verify the cable is installed properly.

[@jessenagel318]

what is that random part called? i have this pulley system and mine did not come with it

[@untappedstrength7548]

Just called a bracket.

[@frankotten1140]

Hi, looking for such thing for here in the Netherlands? This station is only available in the usa. Anyone suggestions?

[@AJFaithFitness]

Nice review! I was looking at something similar prior to settling on my lat pull down machine. My primary concern was having a stationary piece in my gym which I could not move, as well as having to bolt it to an interior wall. Not sure how something like this would have reacted with the plaster. Looks cool though, and I love the plate loaded option! Way cheaper than getting a machine with a stack, and you have the weights anyway might as well use them!👊👊

[@untappedstrength7548]

Absolutely AJ. I would say my garage gym is done! No more toys for now lol. The plates I am using were from the adjustable dumbbell set I used prior to getting the new dumbbell set. Overall I'm happy with the purchase thus far.

[@AJFaithFitness]

@@untappedstrength7548 Bro, a home/garage gym build is never done, lol! There will always be new toys and upgrades along the way, and the beauty about gym equipment is it holds its value!

[@JJRG3499]

My garage is sloped so when I bolted on the bottom it hit the stud and went in smooth but the top didn’t hit the stud what do you recommend me do??

[@untappedstrength7548]

level the cable station so its aligned with the wall studs. May have to diy a platform or just add some shims to make it leveled.

[@ScreamingEagleFTW]

what is the purpose of having two separate pulleys? you can connect two handles to one pulley and how would it be different? why is it better than a machine that has only one adjustable pulley?

[@untappedstrength7548]

It is mostly for versatility of exercises. You can perform alternating movements. Having two pulleys pan separately just allows for a more natural exercise in my own opinion. However for the types of exercises I perform a single pulley would be all I need.

[@imwalt3439]

Thanks for the review. Looking to buy 2 of these to create a crossover setup. Do you think if the units are mounted opposite each other that the pulleys would swivel enough toward the center? I'm thinking of mounting them opposite each other on the sides of my Rogue Monster Lite power rack.

[@untappedstrength7548]

They do swivel to a 90 degree angle, however the sideways force may place too much tension on the top ad bottom mounting brackets. If possible, I'd probably recommend mounting each column angled at 45 degrees inward.

[@imwalt3439]

@@untappedstrength7548 yeah, that is one of my concerns. I'll get them and then figure it out. I may have to mount to the wall which may work better anyway. Thank you

[@untappedstrength7548]

Or even just adding a 2x4 as a support bar between both stations to prevent them from bending inward should do the trick.

[@thetool4502]

I just assembled mine, and I have to make the adjustments like yours to mounting it. Do you know the screws and anchors you used on the cinder blocks and the wood?

[@untappedstrength7548]

I used the same screws and plastic anchors it came included in the package. Its been holding well thus far.

[@nicolascharon9783]

What is that piece that lets you connect both cables for an attachment called? Trying to find this on Amazon but it's been difficult. Tried "carabiner eye plate" but all those I can find are very small.

[@untappedstrength7548]

Hello! I found a bracket you can use for the Valor or any cable tower really. Video will be uploaded tomorrow so stay tuned.

[@emarshall1990]

Hey man, great review. I'm across the pond in England and own the Archon Fitness pulley (sold by a UK company). Just wanted to know what is the hole spacing on this unit and how high off the ground is the first hole?

[@ctynwbraygalm]

What is the weight ratio on this? How much resistance will i get for two 45's

[@untappedstrength7548]

You bring up a very good point as I've been wondering the same. I'd need a hanging scale to really test it out and provide accurate numbers. One thing is for certain, when you pull both cables simultaneously it does feel twice as heavy. So I don't know if when I load for e.g. 20 LBS and I pull one cable if it's really 20 and pulling two is 40, or if it's really 10 and two cables is the accurate amount of 20. May need to order one of those scales to put it to the test.

[@ctynwbraygalm]

@@untappedstrength7548 thankyou man. I'm ordering a similar machine from a local manufacturer. If i can get 1:1 on pulling two cables together that will be great for me because only have. Around a 100 pounds of weight plates.

[@untappedstrength7548]

@@ctynwbraygalm From what i'm reading it is 1:1. www.valorfitness.com/BD-62-Wall-Mount-Cable-Station_p_459.html search for keyword "ratio" under the product features tab. Also noticed they reduced the max weight capacity from 250 down to 200. Good luck with your new cable machine.

[@ctynwbraygalm]

@@untappedstrength7548 thankyou so much that helped a lot. Wishing you well.

[@TheLuxas24]

Mine works great, but when I adjust the pulleys to the top the cable gets off track or grinds

[@untappedstrength7548]

I noticed that also. I simply avoid moving it all the way up for that reason.

[@dndhuggins9500]

Do your cables and the dual pulley piece both twist if no or very light weight is used?

[@untappedstrength7548]

Yes, they twist sometimes. With no weight loaded I’ll occasionally pull the cable a little and let it untangle itself just so everything returns to normal. Hope that answered your question.

[@dambro6418]

hey man i assembled mine but it kind of sucks, it’s not smooth doesn’t even feel like resistance and when i use the pulleys there is so much slack, meanwhile it’s setup up perfectly, does it need grease or something

[@untappedstrength7548]

I would definitely recommend using some type of silicone lubricant on the pulleys and track to reduce drag.

[@dambro6418]

@@untappedstrength7548 Hey i greased them up working much better but not 100% still, what do you mean by track to reduce drag?

[@untappedstrength7548]

@@dambro6418 double bar track is where weights slide up and down. Reducing drag is essentially same as reducing friction if not lubricated.

[@inesr6561]

Do you know if it's possible to convert a single pulley (one pulley) system, similar to this, into a dual pulley?

[@untappedstrength7548]

Yes, and I did a video specifically on it. You should check it out.

[@inesr6561]

@@untappedstrength7548 ok, thx

[@9810064703]

Hi.. Whats your experience of doing chest Flys on the machine.. How does it feel..?? And how different it feels from the traditional functions trainer cabel Flys

[@untappedstrength7548]

Thanks for the content idea for my upcoming videos. Not something I have tried but am as intrigued as you are. Stay tuned...

[@9810064703]

@@untappedstrength7548 Yea sure... I have ordered a similar one here in India from a local manufacturer.. Which is quite heavy duty and sturdy.. Costing Me around 250 us dollars. So was just curious to know as I miss chest cable Flys the most in my home gym. Those really pump up the intensity due to constant force on pecs.

[@Katrielx]

Same question, i wonder how chest fly goes with this machine

[@andre500o]

The Valor Fitness plate loaded Lat Pulldown is a 10/10 perfect piece of equipment for the price

[@untappedstrength7548]

That’s great! I was eyeing that one too.

[@andre500o]

@@untappedstrength7548 only lat pulldown with 3 cable locations (top, middle, and low)

[@elibetsykimy]

When using the carabiner bracket while doing triceps .. does it feel right? Or is it better doing it only with one side ? And how heavy does it feel using the carabiner bracket with a couple of 45's as weigh. Would you do a video using the carabiner bracket for triceps?

[@untappedstrength7548]

Thanks man. For triceps I’d use one instead of both cables at once. It does feel smoother when only using one. Also the pulling force is cut in half when using one vs 2. So if you load 2 45’s you’d only be pulling 45 pounds. I can do a video for sure.

[@andre500o]

the 2inch sleeves are sold separately btw

[@untappedstrength7548]

Yes, I may eventually get those too.

[@bakedjohnwick4793]

Maybe you answered this already but what’s the loading limit for weight?

[@untappedstrength7548]

The new loading limit according to the website is 200 LBS. I do remember looking on the website before and it was much higher so I don't know why they lowered it. I have a feeling that maybe customers were complaining that the loading pegs were bending or breaking with more weight? Who knows.

[@bakedjohnwick4793]

@@untappedstrength7548 sweet! Thanks for the reply ✌🏽

[@KevinBoyleMedia]

Thank you!

[@T12J7]

Are you sure that the wall mounting things aren't at the same level? Would seem ridiculous if they wouldn't be. I think it's more likely that your wall isn't straight than that the mounting things wouldn't be even. You can just check it by measuring the length of those mounting things, and if they are even, than it's your wall or the floor that isn't even.

[@untappedstrength7548]

T12J7 I meant my own wall is not even on the top and bottom. I just wish the brackets were adjustable so that I didn’t have to fill in the space on the top. The brackets themselves are the same length.

[@mamzmani]

Hey great video! Does anyone know what that part is called that joins both the pulleys together?

[@untappedstrength7548]

Its just called a bracket and comes included with the Valor. I did a video specifically on the item: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioOTk42olq-No8U&ab_channel=UntappedStrength

[@CPAJayhawk]

This has 200 pounds of weight capacity vs 350 for the titan model, have you run into any issues with that? DO you think that means 200 pounds worth of plates?

[@untappedstrength7548]

no issues.

[@boorayin2773]

Are you saying that once assembled, the wall mounts are different distances from the wall? That'd seem like an incredible design oversight!! Still like this machine after a year? Thx for the review.

[@untappedstrength7548]

Nope, just my wall is not even because of the cinder blocks in the bottom, so I had to fill the space.

[@boorayin2773]

@@untappedstrength7548 Gotcha. Yeah, I reached out the company and gave your suggestion that the top would be adjustable to account for baseboards. Also, I asked for their assembly instructions and they've made them way better - no doubt after hearing reviews like yours. Thx

[@lisandroperez1483]

Where did you get your dumbell sets and rack??

[@untappedstrength7548]

Rep fitness. Check out my latest video where I tour my garage gym and briefly discuss the dumbbell set.

[@InniandHani]

Great video, can you perform lat pull downs on this while sitting on a bench? Or do you need to sit on the floor?

[@untappedstrength7548]

I actually prefer sitting on the ground instead. Just feels more natural and i lean forward just so that the cable is aligned with my back.

[@CPAJayhawk]

anyone know the difference, if any, between this and Titan's tall model, they look the same but Titan is $100+ cheaper - TALL WALL MOUNTED PULLEY TOWER V3

[@GFAMism]

Can you do cable rows while seated on the floor? Can you post a video of that?

[@untappedstrength7548]

Absolutely. Will add this to my list of videos. Will probably incorporate that exercise in one of my back days so be on lookout.

[@jasonhyber6311]

Nice review, man. Just curious, how tall are you? No problem doing tricep extensions?

[@untappedstrength7548]

I'm 5'10", no issues.

[@ThePipeorganLover]

Hi. I was looking into you video. Like the way you explained. Question for you. If you had a choice between BD-62 and Titan Pulley Tower V3. Which one would you recommend better. I know the price is already a difference of a 150USD. Also heard from a video of the Titan the pulleys are not that great, there were some with different center piece and the person that showed mad a difference from very good to poor. How are the pulleys in the BD-62? Thanks for your advice.

[@untappedstrength7548]

Although the Valor is slightly more expensive, I do still prefer it over the Titan simply because it uses two guide rods vs 1. I feel that it creates slightly less friction and is more stable on heavier loads.

[@kinggriffith386]

@@untappedstrength7548 What is the weight ratio?

[@jameswilliam9160]

How does chest flies feel on that

[@untappedstrength7548]

Haven't actually tried them but I would guess they won't feel the same as a cable crossover or peck machine just because of the distance between the two handles. Who knows I will try and see for myself.

[@asims1988]

@@untappedstrength7548 you would need to do them using one arm a time turning your body to the side.

[@DanDan52]

Thanks for the review! I was looking at getting one of these once they are back in stock. Do you know if bumper plates will fit on this? Also does any issues with the pulleys not feeling smooth? I’ve never used a plate loaded cable machine before only the ones you see at a commercial gym.

[@untappedstrength7548]

Yes, you can fit bumper plates and the spring collars will keep them in place. The pulley's do feel smooth. Maybe not as smooth as a higher end cable system you find at the gym, but very smooth. I do recommend you add some silicone lubricant to the two rods to help reduce friction as the weights move up and down.

[@betsyr125]

I was just checking this out on their website but the price says $56.19 and i missing something? Why so cheap or it that just for a certain part of machine?

[@untappedstrength7548]

You know i saw the same thing but it was on a different website which i never heard of. If it was indeed on Valor's website I'd snatch it.

[@OilFan702]

Is it necessary to mount it to the wall?

[@untappedstrength7548]

Yes! Or it will fall over

[@tulleybelcourt5304]

Great review, I bought the titan fitness one, I am trying to buy one of those little pieces you described to connect the two cables for one attachment like a lay pull down that you said you couldn’t find in the instructions. Do you know what it is called so I can buy one?

[@untappedstrength7548]

Thank you, appreciate the feedback. They were included with the order however I cannot find it anywhere else online. I’m sure you can make one of those brackets easily with a small piece of metal and drill 3 holes. Valor called it a carabiner bracket.

[@untappedstrength7548]

Hello! I found a bracket you can use for the Valor or any cable tower really. Video will be uploaded tomorrow so stay tuned.

[@alexredroberto4939]

Mine does not pull smooth like that AT ALL. I literally have to use 2 hands just to pull the cable even with very light weight and once I am able to pull the cable, it just sits there, the weight doesn’t even want to slide back down......

[@untappedstrength7548]

If you installed it correctly then you may either have defective pulleys or you over tightened them where the wheel isn’t spinning smoothly. I’d look through each one to identify any that are not spinning by hand.

[@alexredroberto4939]

Untapped Strength the wheels spinning by hand...???? Are you sure, not single one is moving by hand and I literally loosened every bolt to the point where I can just unscrew the rest of it by hand

[@untappedstrength7548]

If that's the case then yes, the pulley wheels are defective. For example, if you pull up the cable so that it's not touching the lower pulley wheel and then try to spin by hand it should spin freely. If not then I'd just call support and they'll most likely ship you a bag of pulleys.

[@koolbludezigner3384]

How long did it to come because I been waiting for few days now

[@untappedstrength7548]

Took 4 days from shipping confirmation to delivery. Depending where you are located it may be different.

[@m00nw4lk]

I ordered mine and 3-4 days later it showed up at my door. It shipped from florida

[@koolbludezigner3384]

@@m00nw4lk yea I jus got it today

[@lisandroperez1483]

Do you know if the BD-61 any good??

[@untappedstrength7548]

I am sure that one is just as good.

[@davidrtrains]

do you think that this would be worth $150 today? How has this held up?

[@untappedstrength7548]

absolutely!

[@andre500o]

Can you do cable flys for chest using a single arm grip attachment on each side? thinking about getting this product or the functional trainer for flys. Also Titan Fitness has similar options at a similar price

[@untappedstrength7548]

Yes, I have a video where I perform chest flys using this machine.

[@Boddah.]

What happens if you don't mount it to a wall?.

[@untappedstrength7548]

It will definitely tip over. I would highly suggest you mount it to either a wall or a power rack

[@wingovertd]

Hey mate, thanks for the review, sure helps! Although it's not avaiable to Portugal so far. What's thoughts about the bearings? Does this machine works as fluid as a professional or gets a little stuck when you add more weight? P.S. Essa peça vem explicada no video de apresentação do site da marca :)

[@untappedstrength7548]

Ola tudo bem? The machine is pretty fluid but I would recommend using some silicone lubricant on the two poles where the weights move up and down. Also it is slightly more fluid when using one cable instead of both simultaneously.

[@strikerzs14]

I like the Portuguese flag hanging in the background!

[@untappedstrength7548]

Obrigado!

[@DrxEx]

Awesome review! Does a 45lbs plate fit or does it hit the wall?... Or ground?

[@untappedstrength7548]

It’s fits and does not hit the wall or ground. I actually use it all the time and haven’t run into any issues.

[@DrxEx]

@@untappedstrength7548 Great! Thank you for the response! I ended up buying the titan one.

[@joecowan3719]

Thanks for a great review! I set mine up today and was wondering what the name of the two to one metal bracket you demonstrated for using a lat pulldown? I can't seem to be using the right keywords on Amazon. Thanks!

[@untappedstrength7548]

Thanks! So your Valor BD-62 did not come with one?

[@joecowan3719]

@@untappedstrength7548 Thanks for the quick reply! No, just the two handles but no bracket to connect the two for a different attachment.

[@untappedstrength7548]

Feel free to take a screenshot of the part from my video and contact support. Hopefully they can send you that part.

[@joecowan3719]

@@untappedstrength7548 Will do, thanks for the recommendation!

[@untappedstrength7548]

Looks like they just started mentioning the part in one of the images on their website www.valorfitness.com/BD-62-Wall-Mount-Cable-Station_p_459.html That was not there when I last checked so they must’ve just added it.

[@austinwebb6373]

Is it true weight?

[@untappedstrength7548]

It is 2:1 ratio. So if you load say a total of 50 lbs, when you pull one cable handle it’s only 25lbs and both would be true weight.

[@jediroque5202]

Nice thank u getting one of this

[@untappedstrength7548]

sweet!

[@BibleSamurai]

looks like it will tip over it you put two 45lbs on it and attempt chest press

[@untappedstrength7548]

It's anchored to the wall.

[@BibleSamurai]

@@untappedstrength7548 ok

[@LamboLapdog]

🤯

[@redsoxwinagain2007]

A product made in china that does not come with good instructions? I was looking to get this for quite some time until the inventory diminished. Cool flag! My wife is Portuguese.

[@untappedstrength7548]

Bummer, great product overall.

[@con5tant]

Hmmm...Titan Fitness has pretty much the same thing expect it costs $150.

[@untappedstrength7548]

I was looking at that one first but it was out of stock so I went with Valor. Essentially they’re the same thing.

[@con5tant]

Untapped Strength both were out of stock for me but I was able to backorder the Titan. Hopefully it comes by the end it next month. There's a lot more reviews on the Titan than the Valor. Quality wise (company) I think I would have preferred the Valor, even if it cost more.

[@untappedstrength7548]

@con5tant I almost canceled my order when I noticed the next day the Titan one was available for backorder. Either one will give you a heck of a workout!😀

[@anamargaridaantunes3530]

Lol uma peça que não vem mas instruções hum 🤔 pelo menos vem a mais e não a menos 😂

[@stuartlambert5059]

Jeez... Stop waving the camera about!

[@untappedstrength7548]

I should have added a disclaimer in the beginning that it may cause motion sickness.

[@atulshukla7372]

Stirrup Handle Length?? Only stirrup