RogueFM-6 TwinView product photographs at the source
How to build a home gym you will actually use
A practical order of purchase, from the first useful setup to the equipment worth adding later.
RACK & ROOMBuild a gym
Build a gym
that fits.
Practical guides to racks, weights, cables and cardio. Compare the details, save a shortlist and work out what belongs in your room.
71 equipment profiles14 buying guides
Concept2Concept2 equipment in a training roomView product photographs at the source
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REPREP × PÉPIN FAST Series — 42.5 kg pairView product photographs at the source
Which adjustable dumbbells should you buy?
Weight range, increments, adjustment speed and package details matter more than the biggest number on the box.
REPArcadia — standard stacksView product photographs at the source
How to choose a cable machine for home
Understand pulley ratios, usable travel and the difference between a rack attachment and a complete station.
SIDE BY SIDE
All comparisons Down to two?
REPAres 2.0 — 6-post attachmentView product photographs at the source
RogueFM-6 TwinView product photographs at the source
REP Ares 2.0 vs Rogue FM-6 Twin
Your existing rack is the first decision. Cable loading and the finished room come next.
See the differences
IronmasterQuick-Lock 75 lb pair — no standView product photographs at the source
PowerBlockPro 100 EXP — Stage 1 pairView product photographs at the source
Ironmaster Quick-Lock 75 lb vs PowerBlock Pro100EXP
Ironmaster includes more weight here. PowerBlock makes the case for selector changes between sets.
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Beyond PowerVOLTRA I — single unitView product photographs at the source
SpeedianceGym Monster 3 — CoreView product photographs at the source
VOLTRA I vs Speediance Gym Monster 3
Add a cable to a rack you already use, or buy a complete two-cable training station.
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All equipment Take a closer look.
REPREP × PÉPIN FAST Series — 42.5 kg pairView product photographs at the source
REP
REP × PÉPIN FAST Series — 42.5 kg pair
A heavy adjustable pair with steel plates, knurled handles and sliding selectors. The Australian base package reaches 42.5 kg per hand; matching additions raise that to 52.5 or 62.5 kg without replacing the cradle.
Australia listing
RogueFM-6 TwinView product photographs at the source
Rogue
FM-6 Twin
The FM-6 Twin puts two independent cable stacks inside a full Monster rack. Separate lat-pulldown and low-row outlets combine the stack outputs internally, so you can move between those stations and the adjustable handles without reconnecting cables.
Australia listing
REPBlackWing adjustable benchView product photographs at the source
REP
BlackWing adjustable bench
The BlackWing combines a declining backrest with a sliding seat that closes the pad gap. Twelve back angles and six seat positions give plenty of adjustment, but this is a substantial bench at 131 lb, or about 59.4 kg.
Australia listing
Concept2RowErg with PM5 — standard legsView product photographs at the source
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RowErg with PM5 — standard legs
The RowErg uses an air flywheel, a sliding seat and the PM5 monitor to record each session. Its frame separates without tools, which makes storage easier once you have finished rowing.
Australia listing
FINISH THE ROOM
Some of the best upgrades aren’t machines.
Flooring, sensible storage and a fan can make the space easier to use every day. Here’s what to sort out before the next delivery.
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