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Overview and review of the TITAN Single post competition flat bench

Posted by Pascal Landshoeft

Oct 19, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Overview and review of the TITAN Single post competition flat bench

This is an overview of the TITAN Single post competition flat bench including pros, cons, and alternatives. This article was originally posted in Which TITAN bench to get? Follow the links for details.

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Single Post Competition Flat Bench

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Overview of the Single post competition flat bench

Price: $149
 
The single post competition flat bench is designed for heavy bench presses at competition height. With its single post at the leg end of the bench, you can be sure that the bench will not get in the way of your bench press set up. In addition, it is easy to transport with a handle and wheels and closer to the ground than a regular flat bench. This is the right bench for you if you still want to stay mobile, but at the same time want to create powerlifting competition standards. The full specifications of this bench are:
 
  • Designed to handle heavy weights
  • Durable vinyl upholstery with 2.36-in pad 
  • Durable steel construction with 3-in tubing 
  • 3-foot design allows athletes to use proper positioning of the feet. 
  • Welded metal endcaps. 
  • Handle and wheels for easy transport. 
  • Powder-coated paint job prevents rust and corrosion  
  • Overall Height: 17-in. 
  • Overall Length: 52-in. 
  • Overall Width:  21.65-in. 
  • Pad Dimensions: 47.25-in x 11.8-in x 2.36-in. 
  • Color: Black 
  • Material: 3-in x 3-in 11-Gauge Steel 
  • Weight Capacity: 1,000 lbs. 
  • Product Weight: 37.5 lbs.
 
This is a solid flat bench for all purposes and in my opinion preferable to traditional flat benches
 

Pros of the TITAN Single post competition flat bench

 
 
  • Single post design
  • Low price
  • Easy to navigate in a crowded gym
 
Based on its single post design this bench is easy to wheel around and does not get in the way of your setup. Combined with the low price tag of most TITAN products this is a very solid option to buy in bulk or get your home gym ready. 
 

Cons of the TITAN Single post competition flat bench

 
 
  • Not adjustable 
  • Finish of the product 
  • Not centered
 
As this is a bench made to powerlifting competition specifications it also has to be seen in this context. For this, the bench is not bolted to the ground or heavy enough which can make it wobbly under very heavy loads. Even though it says in the product description that it takes up to 1.000lbs, I would not bench 500lbs on this bench. For any home gym it also has to be taken into consideration that this bench can not be adjusted. Lats but not least TITAN offer their products at about half the price of the market for something comparable. This means that they have to cut some corners. The less complex the product gets, the less labor goes into it. While TITAN gets corners in the finish of their bigger products in terms of nuts and bolts not being smooth or completely missing, for the lower-priced products they only have the option to cut corners for the material. Just keep this in mind when you choose to buy TITAN. This does not mean they do not get the job done, but saving half the price tag usually comes at a price for the consumer. 
 

Conclusion for the Single post competition flat bench

 
This bench is a great addition to a home gym or professional gym on a budget. It is compact and easy to move around for the average athlete or semi-professional. If you are really big or move very heavy weights you might want to look for something a little more upmarket. 

Topics: Bench Press, Powerlifting, TITAN, Bench, Bodybuilding