Basement Brandon's Reviews (222)


(4.00)
1/19/2026
While these are a sweet aesthetic piece that have some really high end finishes, they are a bit on the pricey side, especially if you're getting custom work done. I like how the bars have a little more spacing than other vertical holders as this allows for easier access to bars as well as some speciality bars fitting better. The top of the platform is UHMW which is a nice touch as well.
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(4.33)
1/19/2026
These chains are great. Some cheaper options will flake or come in off colors (like gold).
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(3.67)
1/19/2026
This is a fantastic log. I was at a gym that had logs from Rogue, Titan, and MBPC and the Mike Bartos one was so much nicer than any of the other offerings. The biggest downsides to this one in particular is the high starting weight unloaded (150lbs) and the very high shipping cost since it has to go freight.
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(3.33)
1/19/2026
I upgraded my Rogue Box Squat for this one from MBPC. I got this mostly b/c you can customize the color. It's a cool looking piece but it's extremely heavy, which makes adjusting it kind of a pain. I do prefer how the Rogue version comes with a tile as the main pad compared to this, which is just powder coated metal.
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(4.33)
1/19/2026
At one time this was the best flat bench to buy based off its price ($200). Over the years more competition has come out and the price has gone up, but it's still high value for a flat bench. Pad is grippy and multiple colors available which makes this a very appealing option for many, especially on a budget.
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(4.00)
1/19/2026
I have the urethane version of these. They're super helpful for keeping those smaller change plates on your rack without take up a lot of vertical space. Like the utility pins however, they don't have the nicest finishing touches and it would be preferable if the design allowed for the use of a single bolt instead of two.
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(3.67)
1/19/2026
These things are ok. They do the job so function is high, where these fall shorts is in a few areas. Most notably the build quality on these are not good. The cuts on the end and finish is inconsistent. You'd think for being made in USA and expensive they'd be well refined. The other issue I have is the pin that goes into your upright is a bit loose in use and the mechanism to secure them, while quick, leads these to have some play in them.
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(4.33)
1/19/2026
This is one of the more affordable and ready to ship items that Sorinex sells. You can get an import one for cheaper but this version is what I consider the original, is super smooth in use, and made in the USA. The only real downside here is that it doesn't come with any attachment points like some of the newer versions.
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