Rogue Y1 Yoke vs Rogue Dogsled 1.2

This is a comparison of the Rogue Y1 Yoke and the Dogsled 1.2 including pros, cons, and alternatives. This was originally posted in Which sled to get from Rogue.

Overview and review of the Rogue Dogsled 1.2

This is an overview of the Rogue Dogsled 1.2 including pros, cons, and alternatives. This was originally posted in Which sled to get from Rogue.

Overview of the Rogue Dogsled 1.2

Price $265

The Rogue Dogsled 1.2 is the next evolution of the Rogue Dogsled. As with most of their best selling products Rogue took a look at the design and improved upon it. Compared to the original dog sled, rogue added a lot more holes for attachments which makes this sled a versatile tool to improve your explosiveness and strength. The full specifications of this sled are:

Made in the USA
Footprint: 40" x 24"
Skid Width: 4”
Steel: 2 x 3" 11 Gauge and 0.25" Plate Steel
Each Dog Sled ships with (1) carabiner
Push poles are removable for easier transport
Battle-tested in CrossFit Games competition

In addition to these specifications you can also get the following attachments

High bar attachment
Low bar attachment
Dog Sled Bridge
Doubke handle attachment
Lawn boy attachment
Wraparound rail kit
Wheelbarrow attachment

This makes it the most versatile sled in the rogue line up you can get. Definitely a save purchase if you have a lawn or can protect your driveway with some cladding.

Pros of the Rogue Dogsled 1.2

Pros of the Rogue Dogsled 1.2 are:

Versatility
Low base price

This sled has been redesigned and a lot of thought went into it. If you want a versatile training tool for yourself or your professional gym, you have many options for pushing and pulling with this Sled. The base price is also low compared to the butcher or XPO which are other sled options from Rogue.

Cons of the Rogue Dogsled

Cons of the Rogue dogsled 1.2 are:

Single-purpose use
Too many choices
Surface damage
Easy to store

Compared to one of the Yokes of Rogue you will only get a single purpose use out of the sled. Combined with that the order easily climbs up to $600 - $700 when you get all of the attachments, this is something to consider. While the many attachments are great, there is a risk that most of them will gather dust and just clog up your gym. While this is the most versatile sled from Rogue, you also got to ask yourself whether you will actually use all of these options. If you only have the sled it also easier to store than the butcher or yoke when you remove the uprights and put it into a corner.

Alternatives to the Dogsled 1.2

Alternatives to the Rogue Dogsled 1.2 are:

The Rogue Y1 is definitely in the mix when you are considering a $500 to $600 purchase to mix up the training routines in your commercial gym. The Y1 will not be as good for sprints, but provide another squat and bench station and yoke carries.

The butcher V2 is another alternative with fewer options. However, the butcher can be loaded very heavy for the big guys in your gym. If you want to push and pull a truckload of weight, the butcher is the better option than the dogsled.

The Rogue echo dog sled is a good option to save some money and not get too hung up on many different options. It does what it says on the tin for a good price and good quality.

If you are worried about the marble floors in your palace when you are exercising, you can opt for the XPO trainer 2. This sled works on wheels and therefore less a lot less damage in your lawn, driveway or gym floor.

Conclusion for the Dogsled 1.2

The Dogsled 1.2 is a great tool for becoming more agile and getting a stronger core. It is a good mix up for your routines in your local gym or your lawn. Be specific with the attachments you want to buy is the low entry price is a bit of false advertisement compared to how the sled is being marketed. If you include all the toys, you rake up to $700 dollar for which you can also get a yoke.

Overview and review of the Rogue Y1 Yoke

This is an overview of the Rogue Y1 Yoke including pros, cons, and alternatives. Follow the links for more details

Overview of the Rogue Y1

Price: $495

The Rogue Y1 is the smallest Yoke in the Rogue Line up and comes in at $495. The Yokes from Rogue are often overlooked for home gym purchases or commercial facilities. For not a lot of money for Rogue items, you get a sled, squat stand, and Yoke in one go. This combination covers most training needs without taking up too much space or money. The full specifications of the Y1 are:

Made in the USA
Height: 72"
Total Weight Capacity: 750+LB (two side and four corner-post plate storage options)
Applications: Pushing, Pulling, Carrying, Zercher, Squat, Press, etc.
(2) Uprights: 2 x 3" 11-Gauge steel
Crossbar: 3" OD
(2) Bases and (4) Skid Feet with Plate Storage Posts
(2) J-Cups

This is a solid option for a reasonable price, that can transform your home gym or professional facility.

Pros of the Rogue Y1

The pros of the Rogue Y1 are:

Good value for money
Multiple applications
Space efficient

Compared to get a rack, sled, and yoke, the Y1 is very space and price-efficient. You can do a whole list of exercises with this one piece of equipment. Especially if you know how to train without safeties, this is a good pick for you.

Cons of the Rogue Y1

The cons of the Rogue Y1:

Limited safety
Limited space for attachments
Bigger than a half rack

If you want to save space or if you can not get the full use of the Yoke is your making space, then a half-rack might be the better option. A half rack will give you more security as you can use safety pins or straps and also more cross-member real estate to attach bands or any other kind of extra devices. If you want an all-in-one ready station for raw strength, this is it. If you are looking for something a little more modular, go for the squat stands.

Alternatives to the Rogue Y1

Alternatives to the Rogue Y1 are:

If you are looking for a bigger yoke for more balance, or because you want to toss things over the Crossbar, than you can opt for the Rogue Y2 or Rogue Y3. It is the same structure as the Y1, just with higher uprights. This way the height increases and you have a few more options for your training.

The Rogue SM1 is an alternative if you just want a squat stand and start a home gym based on the Rogue Monster series. The monster series provides bigger beams which make for a more stable structure. It is also the product line that Rogue invests most of its time in to develop further. If you only see these first cross members as the start of a bigger gym in the future based on the Monster series, than the SM1 is a good place to start.

If you are looking for a sled for your home gym, but do not want to move your rack setup in and out of the garage each time you want to put a session in, then the XPO trainer 2 is great for you. The XPO is the only sled with wheels that works with a flywheel resistance. The harder you push, the harder it gets. This is a great solution if you do not want to wreck our lawn or driveway, while still going hard at it.

Conclusion for the Rogue Y1

The Rogue Y1 is possibly the cheapest all in one gym that you can get from Rogue. if you have space and now how to train in these various ways, then the Rogue Yoke 1 is the right choice for you. If you want to keep your different training stations separate, go for a squat stand instead or upgrade to a full rack.