TITAN T3 Tall power rack vs Rogue Monster collegiate
This is a comparison between the TITAN T3 Tall power rack and the Rogue Monster collegiate. Follow the links for more details.
Overview and review of the Rogue Monster Collegiate Half Racks
Price: 1.160
This review was originally posted in the longer article "Which strength equipment to buy from rogue" in which you can read about 25 products of Rogue which cost more than 1.000$. The Rogue Monster collegiate racks are a good solution when you want to build along lane of racks with plates in the middle. See the details in this article.
What else to consider from Rogue
Overview of the Rogue collegiate rack
The
Monster Collegiate half rack is another special purpose rack and one of the newer developments in the Rogue portfolio. You get the full benefit of the design when you opt for the double rack option. This leaves the
plate storage in the middle of two training stations optimizing footprint and rack stations in a long line which can be accessed from both ends. In addition, the design makes it easy to switch between band/rope work and heavy lifts in the same session due to the prolonged sockets.
How many clients should the collegiate rack bring you?
If you think that the
Rogue Monster Collegiate will bring you 4 new clients who pay you 50$ on a 1-year retainer it is worth the investment. This will yield 2.400$ net new revenue against an investment of 1.160$. Adjust the numbers for your own gym accordingly.
Pros of the collegiate rack
Cons of the collegiate rack
There are not many cons to this low price monster rack except that you do not get a full rack to train in.
Alternatives to the collegiate rack
Here are some alternatives at a price point of 1.160$ to the
Collegiate rack:
With this rack, you get a nice full rack with special branding at a slightöly lower price than the
collegiate rack. This can be a good option when you want more space inside the rack to do your workouts.
This is an option that leaves you with a full rack and the option to choose your color. The disadvantage is that you get the
Monster LIte to make instead of the Monster base for your rack.
Conclusion
If you want a rack that is not too expensive and can be used inside and outside a rack for band work, this is the one to go for. It is also a good option when you have limited space and want o make maximum use of your setup.
Further reading
Overview and review of the T - 3 Tall power rack $539
The T3 tall power rack will put you back about $500. TITAN is well known for their very good prices compared to their competition and will get you started on your home gym. This review was originally posted in “which Titan rack to buy for over $500”
Overview of the T3 power rack
The
Titan T3 comes with 2x3 steel tubes instead of the other racks from TITAN which are available as 3x3 and 2x2. You can also get the
T3 as combos
with a pulley or a bench depending on your needs. With the 2x3 beams, you get a good solution for your home gym and wide range of attachments which are available from Titan. The price is usually around $500 - $600 depending on the time of year and Discounts applicable. With the
T3 you have the following options for your rack
Short 24" Deep Power Rack
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Weight: 230 LB
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Height: 82 1/4"
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Height of pull up bar: 77"
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Outside width: 53 1/4"
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Inside width: 42 1/8"
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Outside depth: 32 3/4
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Inside depth: 24"
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Floor space: 12.11 square feet
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Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
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Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB
Tall 24" Deep Power Rack
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Weight: 281 LB
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Height: 91 1/8"
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Height of Pull Up Bar: 89"
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Inside Width: 42 1/8"
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Outside Width: 53 1/4"
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Inside Depth: 24"
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Outside Depth: 32 3/4"
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Floor Space: 12.11 square feet
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Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
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Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB
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Material: Steel
Short 36" Deep Power Rack
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Weight: 254 LB
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Height: 82 1/4"
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Height of pull up bar: 77"
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Outside width: 53 1/4"
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Inside width: 42 1/8"
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Outside depth: 44 3/4
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Inside depth: 36"
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Floor space: 12.11 square feet
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Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
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Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB
Tall 36" Deep Power Rack
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Weight: 281 LB
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Height: 91 1/8"
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Height of Pull Up Bar: 89"
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Inside Width: 42 1/8"
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Outside Width: 53 1/4"
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Inside Depth: 36"
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Outside Depth: 44 3/4"
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Floor Space: 16.7 square feet
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Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
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Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB
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Material: Steel
With this, you have many options to think about how to integrate your future
T3 into your home gym.
Pros of the T3
A definitive pro for all TITAN products is their price compared to comparable alternatives in the market. You usually pay about half of what you might pay with others. To sweeten the deal shipping is also free with TITAN in the US. THis makes the T3 a very good option if you are on a tight budget or need to buy anything in bulk. You can also choose from multiple colors.
Cons of the T3
Who wants to compromise if you are already buying from a vendor known for its low prices. You might as well upgrade to the 3x3 versions. If you are in Europe you want to closely watch the shipping prices as they might even exceed the price of the rack.
Alternatives to the T3
The
TITAN rack is the top of the crop rack from TITAN. It has 3x3 uprights and 1” bolts. This is the heaviest and sturdiest rack you can get from TITAN. Compared to market prices it is also very affordable.
The X3 is basically the same model as the
Titan rack with two differences. It doesn’t have numbered holes on the uprights and the keyhole design. This means that you can use fewer attachments with it which you have not necessarily bought from Rogue.
The T2 model comes in various shapes and heights and can be configured differently for your home gym to make it fit your space. The main difference to the other Titan racks is that the uprights are 2x2 instead of 2x3 or 3x3.
Summary for the T3
The
T3 is a Great middle of the portfolio option to train for athletes of most sizes. If you are an elite lifter or very big you might want to upgrade.