“The FT1006 Plate Loaded Functional Trainer / Squat Rack is the ideal home gym product IMO. I say this with a minor caveat that, if you are experienced training on home gyms and you know how gym equipment (with cables) are put together and operate you will get alot out of the FT1006, but the instructions are not designed for anyone who hasn't got some idea how to build this type of equipment without instructions.
Anyone who currently has a half rack/squat rack with barbell/plates, you need to upgrade to the FT1006 just for the 100's of exercises it will add to your programming. This build is quite solid but the cross bar that joins the two uprights could offer a bit more rigidity. For the cost it's an absolute bargain to get a fully adjustable Functional Trainer and Squat Rack in one compact piece of equipment... it definitely needs to be bolted to the ground and you have to accept it's not a premium product. Outside of that, the FT1006 offers a level of flexibility and expandability that I haven't seen before at this price point, it's a unique design that suites everyone but leans towards those who prefers barbell/dumbbell style of training (like me), hence why I have given 5 stars... (but it's not perfect)”
Thank you so much for your detailed and thoughtful review of the FT1006 Plate Loaded Functional Trainer / Squat Rack. It's fantastic to hear that you find it to be an ideal addition to your home gym and appreciate its versatility and value.
We're glad that the range of exercises and the combination of a functional trainer and squat rack in one compact unit meet your training needs so well. Your insight about the assembly process is incredibly valuable to us. We acknowledge that the instructions could be more user-friendly, especially for those less experienced with gym equipment assembly, and we'll certainly take this feedback on board for future improvements.
Regarding your note on the crossbar's rigidity, we appreciate this specific feedback and will look into how we can enhance this aspect of the design. It's great to know that, overall, you find the FT1006 to be a solid build and a bargain for its cost.
Your experience, particularly as someone who prefers barbell/dumbbell training, is very helpful to us and to others considering this product. We're thrilled that you've rated it 5 stars, and we're grateful for your honest appraisal of its strengths and areas for improvement.
Thank you once again for choosing our product and for sharing your experience. We're here to support your fitness journey and are committed to continuous improvement based on customer feedback like yours.
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