This is a comparison between the TITAN T3 Yoke and the Rogue RML 490. Follow the links for more details.
What else to consider from Rogue
Overview of the RML490
The
RML 490 rack is the no-nonsense full
rack version from
Rogue for the smaller pocket. with $983 you don't break the $1000 ceiling and still get a great piece of equipment. The
RML 490 is available in black and made in Columbus Ohio. It weighs in 336LB.
The dimension of the
RML 490 as 49'' in width and length for a footprint of 53'' by 53''. The height is standardized
to 90.375''. The
RML 490 ships with J-Cups, Band Pegs, and safeties
to get going once you receive it. A fat skinny and a skinny bar are also included for pull-ups. The stell notes are made from 3x3'' Gauge Steel with Westside hole spacing.
This rack is a good option if you do not want to get fancy and stay within budget. With the Monster lite series, you also get one of Rogue's long-standing lines with great customer support.
The
Rogue RML-490 is a great option when you want
to train Westside at home or if you want
to upgrade your gym
to attract more powerlifters. IT is compact and does the job for the big three lifts and beyond.
Pros of the RML 490
One big pro as the price tag and what you get for it from Rogue. Being just slightly below $1000 it does not go over the psychological barrier that many buyers set for themselves when going out to buy a rack. With the two bars and westside spacing, it also leaves you with a lot of flexibility for different setups to push your total to the max.
Cons of the RML 490
The
RML 490 has no numbering of the holes, no color option and is also fixed in height. This puts it at a disadvantage compared
to other
Rogue racks. In addition, you also enter the monster Lite series of
Rogue which usually has fewer updates with new upgrades then the Monster series.
Alternatives to the RML490
The
RM4 fortis would be roughly the same budget but in the Monster series of
Rogue. If you don't care about the westside spacing but think that having numbered holes would be better for you, go for the
RM4 Fortis instead.
The RML 490C is the same rack but adds a splash of color. If you always wanted your rack in blue or orange to match the rest of your gym, furniture or interior design, this is the option to go for instead. The only con is that it comes in with a price which is slightly above $1000.
The RML 690C is an option when you need more storage space and want to have a full and a half rack in one. This is the option which will help you to get more utensils and strength equipment on the rack, rather than the walls of your gym.
Yokes are great alternatives to power racks as they are portable, come with the plate storage and can be used for home carries. If you want to add a versatile tool to your gym you should definitely consider a
yoke. Here are the specs and features of the TITAN version:
This item has a lot of welding to be done. These might be of poor quality with TITAN is this is where they often cut corners to justify the low prices. This will be mostly cosmetic, not functional.
The
X2 is one of the cheapest series in the TITAN line up. With its 2x2 steel tubes, it uses the least material to build a rack. If you want to downsize on all ends to fit a bench and rack into $500 budget comfortably, this is for you.
A Yoke is always a good, cost-efficient option for many use cases. TITAN's price on it makes it extra sweet.