5 stars is because it meets the expectations it claims, at a low enough price (~$160 with tax).
In the areas it falls short, I'm more to blame for lack of further consideration.
Pros:
1. It's sturdy enough, no doubt. I'm 6'2, ~220lb, and it's fine. The welding seems solid. The bottom suction cups still have some suction on my soft padding gym tiles, so I didn't need to put flatter flooring under it. You'll never avoid a contraption "wobbling" a bit where you would expect it to, at these prices, given the inherent architecture of these standalone dip stations. That's not a problem.
2. Easy enough to assemble once you get going. Few parts. 16 main screws & nuts + 4 other screws, simple. Don't be confused by the manual into thinking you're missing parts. If you have those 16 + 4 screws, you're fine. They include 2 wrenches in the box so you have everything needed to get leverage on fully tightening it, out of the box.
Cons:
1. The pull-up bar is unusable in the areas of where it screws in. As you see in the picture, you don't get full use of a a long bar. That may be fine depending on your shoulder dimensions, but it's an unfortunate design. Now that I'm feeling it out, that region feels like a prime (but unusable) spot. Yes, it's my fault. No worries. I can easily live with narrower positions, for now.
They should make a better bar attachment that gives a full bar, perhaps with neutral grips too like some competitors.
2. The length of the dip bars (the horizontal handles) is a bit small. Clearance is enough for my hands, sure, but no leeway. If you prefer having space to move hands around a bit more, you might want (gymnast style) standalone dip bars that prop straight on the floor. Diameters of the pull-up bar and dip bar handles feel slightly narrow, at least in my hands, but I haven't tested other equipment lately; maybe they're all like this. DIY project: wrap/thicken it.
Can't complain beyond that. You'll probably get good use out of it.
| Brand | RELIFE REBUILD YOUR LIFE |
|---|---|
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Product Dimensions | 42.9"L x 35.4"W x 88.6"H |
| Handle Type | Fixed |
| Maximum Weight Recommendation | 450 Pounds |
| Included Components | Dip Station |
| Item Weight | 60 Pounds |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 56 x 23.5 x 5.5 inches |
| Package Weight | 29.03 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 89 x 35.4 x 26.4 inches |
| Brand Name | RELIFE REBUILD YOUR LIFE |
| Manufacturer | RELIFE REBUILD YOUR LIFE |
| Part Number | R-JL-01 |
