BalanceFrom PC-1 Series 1000lb Capacity Multi-Function Adjustable Power Cage Power Rack with Optional Lat Pull-down and Cable Crossover, Cable Crossover Only

I'm really impressed with this power cage/squat rack. I had a pull up/dip station and wanted a little more versatility and after doing some research decided to buy the BalanceFrom PC-1. It fits my needs and more. Its plenty rigid enough for my lifting needs and it will allow me to do some exercises using some resistance bands too. I'm not trying to break any lifting records I'm just trying to get a little healthier and do some regular weightlifting. I noticed during my research that there were some complaints about the packaging and some damaged parts. From what I read I noticed that a lot of the issues regarding the bent parts where the uprights that had sort of a 'U' shaped bracket that could be damaged during shipping. Well. it seems they fixed that problem by getting rid of the 'U' brackets and instead using some 'T' brackets that help bolt the uprights to the cross pieces. So now you just get square tubing uprights with no welded 'U' brackets. As far as packaging goes, I was really impressed; my rack came in a cardboard box that was lined all sides including the top and bottom with thin plywood which made everything really sturdy and well protected. The only complaint I have is that they do not include any washers which from what I have read online will really make the whole rack a lot more rigid. I bought my own washers for few dollars sot that wasn't a big deal. You could definitely put the rack together without any washers and still be fine, but I like the idea of adding a little extra rigidity for a few dollars. I can also speak to their customer service. My rack didn't come with any assembly instructions, so I reached out to BalanceFrom's customer service and within 24 hours they sent me a pdf of the assembly instructions. I've had the rack for a few days and I am really happy I made the purchase I feel like I have so many new opportunities to try different exercises that I was not able to before. I intend to purchase the lat pull down accessory in a few months once its back in stock.

For the price, I give this a five star! This is in my basement with 84" ceilings, I was able to attach the dip bar upside down so it fits. This does limit the ability of doing a full range of motion pull up but not a deal breaker for me. I didn't see it mentioned anywhere on the product page, so I hope this helps others with low ceilings. Shipping %26 Packaging Arrived quickly! Just two days after ordering, even though the website said it would take longer. Packaging wasn't an issue for me, everything arrived as expected and all parts were there. There's also a note in the instructions to reach out to customer service in case of missing parts. Assembling When assembling, make sure you don't tighten the top side bars until you have them all in place, otherwise you might struggle to line up the last two bars (back and front). I would highly recommend using an impact driver to tighten the bolts after you have put everything together, it made the cage feel more sturdy. The impact driver also helped reduce the time of assembly, just make sure you don't over tighten the bolts until you have everything in place. Stability I wish the connecting T plates were thicker, I think that would more stability to the rack overall - that seems to be the source of the slight wobbly when you push on the rack or drop heavy weight on it. Another great addition would be an optional way to attach it to the floor or wall for more stability. I ordered the Weight Plate Holders which I hope adding some weight to the rack will help stabilize it while doing dips and TRX rows. I also ordered the Spotter Arms and T-Bar Row, I'll update the review once I have those installed.

THE DIP BARS ARE EXCELLENT AND LIKE OTHER REVIEWERS STATE , YOU SHOULD GET SOME WASHERS TO SPREAD THE FOOTPRINT OF THE PRESSURE OF THE HARDWARE SO THE TUBING DOESN'T COLLAPSE WHEN YOU ASSEMBLE IT. FOR THE MONEY YOU CANT BEAT IT BUT, YOU NEED SAFETY BARS AND EVERYTHING I'VE FOUND FOR SALE, THAT DOESN'T COST AS MUCH AS THE RACK ITSELF, IS FOR 2"X2" TUBING AND NOT 3"X3". I ALSO PURCHASED SOME PLATE HOLDERS THAT ARE ADVERTISED FOR THE RACK. SURPRISE, THEY'RE FOR A 2X2 RACK HAHAHA . I GOT A REFUND FOR THEM, THOUGH.

The product is a great value for the price but the order shipped without the safety rods to support weight drops and rack pulls. The pull up bar is an awkward width where the bend starts at the precise point where an average person would place their hands for a pullup, so that you are forced to place your hands wider or narrower than you would for a standard pullup. The structure is secure but needs counterbalance for anything on the front with a heavy load. The spotter arms are angled improperly so that the weighted bar constantly rolls forward. The dip attachments that came with the rack are sturdy up to 250 pounds but the plastic end caps that cover the welded portion have already started to come off after 2 weeks of use. Same issue for the J-cups. The price is fair for what you receive and this will last a while, but there are clear quality issues that are not expensive for the manufacturer to fix and they clearly choose not to.

I'm frustrated because the two safety bars that are pictured in the main picture of the power cage weren't in the package I received. This power cage is for my kids, therefore, the cage isn't useful without the safety bars. I contacted Walmart via chat, and the only solution was to return for a refund reorder. That is insane. I spent a lot of time putting it together. To return it, I would have to take it apart, package it, take it to Walmart, reorder, and hope all parts are included next time. The simple solution that is customer friendly is to simply send me the safety bars... or give me a credit so I can go buy some aftermarket ones.

It's decent for what I spent. But beware the company only exists in theory. There is no customer support no warranty contact information and several of the parts I've ordered have not been built to spec and have had to be returned because they can't even seem to measure their own products correctly. All emails and phone calls are a dead end. Buyer beware.

I ordered the Weight Plate Holders listed as an accessory for the PC-1 Series Power Cage and Power Rack (which I own and use) but they don't fit on it. Now I have to go through the trouble of returning them (and try to find another set of pegs that will actually fit on the cage and hold weights?)

I bought the power cage which is great, no issues there, but i went to buy the plate holders on the same page i bought the power cage and the plate holders don't fit, it is too small and its not even close. i am going to have to find a way to bend the tabs so it can fit on the cage. How are they going to sell a product for another product but it doesn't work?

The description says these are for a 2.5" rack. Delivery came and they only fit a 2x2. Returned and explained, but the second delivery came, again only fitting a 2x2 rack. Either description is incorrect or they screwed up twice. Not trying again, will order alternate item elsewhere.

Well dang Walmart, you recommended an item to pair with the product you sold me…and IT DONT FIT!! The guides are for a 2” rack and the rack you sold me is 2.5”. Now I gotta take the time to go and return it. And I gotta shop somewhere else for weight pegs that fit. I was really excited to use these too.