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Don't do it.
I'm a few weeks in to owning, and this is a terrible bench.
Pros:
Easy to put together
Cons:
-Leg extension pads are narrow and poorly padded. Legs are so close together that the user gets scraped by the metal.
-No padding over bolts/caps. Plastic caps are hard and sharp
-Back rest wobbles even when screws are tight.
-Bench tips left and right with movement
-Bench tips forward when more than 45lbs is put on leg extension
-Olympic arm for leg extension is a plastic sleeve and doesn't secure.
-awkward gap between seat and back rest
-Feels unsteady at 300 lbs total weight (user + weights)
This is hands down the worst bench I have ever used. It is terrible as a free standing utility bench and worse as a bench for a power rack. Do not buy this bench.
February 2015 · Sports and Outdoors · verified purchase