TITAN X3 squat stand vs Rogue Mono stand [Article, Video]
This is a comparison of the TITAN X3 squat stand and the Rogue Mono stand. Follow the links for more details.
Overview and review of the Rogue Mono stand
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Overview of the Rogue Mono Stand
The
Rogue Mono stand is an interesting variation on the SML 1 Squat stand. With this setup, you can unrack the weight and there is no need
to walk it out. This is especially good for lifters who are injured or when you want
to attempt a one repetition maximum. This design makes acquiring a Monolift station very affordable compared
to other options in the market.
The
Rogue Mono stand comes in black and is manufactured in Columbus, Ohio. The dimensions of this Stand are 57'' in width, 86'' in length and 78'' in height. The overall weight of the unit comes
to 310LB. This leaves it with a footprint of 86''x57''. The stell notes are made of 3x3'' 11 Gauge steel.
If you want
to get serious about
powerlifting and meets
which allow for
monolift
stations, this design is the one for you. It is a lot easier
to handle than a traditional
Mono Stand and less prone
to get broken. The arms of traditional
mono stands have the tendency
to block over the years. There is nothing worse than a lever that is not moving out of the way when you have a very heavy weight on your shoulders.
Pros of the Rogue Mono stand
The design makes it clever and uses a lot less material
to create the same effect as other
mono stands. With this, even an average gym can implement a
mono stand to attract more customers or help injured athletes. If you are serious about
powerlifting and want
to save some money on a
mono stand this is the way
to look.
Cons of the Rogue Mono Stand
The biggest flaw of this design is that you can not use the
mono stand by itself. You need another person with you
to rerack the weight. If you always train with other monster lifters this is great. However, for many, this is just simply not the case.
Alternatives to the Rogue Mono stand
The Monolift Attachments are available for Monster, Monster lite and Infinity series of Rogue. The adjustable version is only available for Monster and Monster lite. I would definitely recommend investing the extra 30 - 40$ to get the adjustable version. This way it will be easier for you to use the Monolift attachment for the squat and bench press instead of having to get the wrench ut each time you swap.
Overview and review of the X-3 Squat stand with pull up bar
The TITAN X3 Squat stand will put you back about $490. 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 under $500”
Overview of the X3 squat stand
The
X3 is a squat stand which boasts 3x3 steel tubes. It is, therefore, a very sturdy
squat stand compared to other 2x3 or 2x2 options. The X3 comes with Westside spacing in the lower part of the rack to allow for smaller increments on the bench press. The flat foot design saves you bolting it to the floor which makes it a very good option in some home gym scenarios. It also comes with spotter arms. The specifics and features of the
squat stand are:
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3" x 3" 11 gauge steel uprights
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Westside hole pattern through bench zone
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2" hole spacing above and below.
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1,000 + lb capacity
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Pair of UHMW lined X-3 JHooks included
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Double-sided gusset plates
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Standard 1.25" Pull up bar included
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Mounted at your preferred height.
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Pair of X-3 Spotter Arms included
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Height: 92"
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Width: 49"
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Depth: 48"
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Product Weight: 203 lb
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Finish: Black Power Coating
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Floor Space: 16.3 sq ft (49" x 48")
This is as sturdy as they come as far as squat stands go.
Pros of the X3 squat stand
As with all TITAN equipment, the first thing to note is the competitive price. You will have a challenge to find a good quality 3x3
squat stand for the same price. A
squat stand also gives you the ability to drop weight easier than in a power rack. If you prefer the Olympic lifts over powerlifting this might be the better choice for you. A squat stand also saves space and can be easily transported.
Cons of the X3 squat stand
Especially for beginners, you have less protection. The spotter arms are fine and nice, but in practice, safety pins in a full rack are a lot more secure as you won’t miss them. The whole structure is also led likely to tip over if installed correctly. In addition, TITAN is known for inconsistencies on their finish.
Alternatives to the X3 squat stand
For almost the same amount of money, you can get a colored version of the
T3 rack. While the tubes are only 2x3 you will get a full rack in the color of your choice.
Another way to go is to save on the color to have more budget for different size options on the
T3 and maybe even adding some plate holders. The
T3 is available in a short and tall version to adjust the height. For depth, you can choose between 24” and 36”.
The
T3 folding rack saves you about $100 on the X3 and can be installed in your garage. If you only train on the weekends or two days a week, this is a good option so that you can still use the garage or basement for your car/ miscellaneous rubbish you think is important ( I have that stuff in my attic). The savings can be put towards a barbell like the blues city or Atlas bar.
Summary of the X3 squat stand
A great option for anyone planning on a home gym for Olympic lifting or a gym that still has a corner left and does not j ow what to do with it. If you get the
squat stand make sure you can store your plates somewhere separate.