Summary
The Titan T-2 is a high-value, budget-friendly rack that will absolutely get the job done for most home gym owners in the world. It’s stout enough to include an 850-pound rating and will not have too many issues with aging. It also allows for many of the primary accessories one would look for in a power rack. If taken care of properly, the T-2 should last many years. Whether you’re simply looking for something a little easier on the wallet or an option to hold you over until you can get that dream rack, this is a solid option.
Introduction
You’ve bought your bar, you have some plates, and now it’s time to start looking for a rack. If you are looking for a 4 post rack, the 2×2″ style seems to be a popular entry-level rack, and to be honest, unless you’re lifting serious numbers (700+), this type of rack is all you’d ever have need. Here is the best news: these racks are incredibly affordable! This particular rack we are going to be reviewing is the Titan T2 series rack.
Specs
While not as beefy or versatile as a rack using 3×3,” it’s still sturdy enough for most home gym owners. Some specific details include:
- 2×2″ 4-post design: 42″ opening in the front of the rack, and a rack depth (back post to front) of 26″. The overall weight is 140 lbs, so it is manageable to move around.
- 12 gauge steel: Thinner steel than most, but is plenty strong for most lifters. This rack is rated for 850lbs racked.
- 1″ holes with 2″ spacing: Does not have the popular Westside spacing, but a hole every 2″ allows you to get the bar or attachments pretty much right where you’d need them.
- Straight pull up bar: 42″ straight bar for pull-ups is included, but you have the option of subbing it out for a multi-grip pull-up bar.
- Rubber-foot bolt down options: This gives you the ability to secure the rack to the floor for added stability and piece of mine.
- 2 vertical weight horns (on back feet): These can be used for storage, or to weigh down the back of the rack for heavy lifts or pull-ups.
- Pin and pipe safeties: 1″ steel rod that fits through the rack holes and threads a powder coated steel cylinder.
- Comes with 2 standard j-cups: The j-cups are lined with UHMW plastic to protect your bar. Upgraded options are available.
The Experience
Like many Titan products, there were no assembly instructions included. Instead, you get a code and a website that is supposed to take you to assembly instructions; it did not. To find an instruction manual, a simple Google search should do the trick, but rack assembly was straightforward, and if you’ve put together a bolt-together rack before, you should be fine. Total time took a little of an hour, and the rack was ready to go.
Complaints of Titan’s product quality usually involve their powder coats and wields, but nothing major to report here. All of the parts looked great, like surprisingly good.
Suppose you have used other 2×2″ racks before. In that case, you may already be aware of the slight wobble that exists. Still, again, the T2 performed better than expected. Overall, it felt stable. The feet come out to shy of 50.” The uprights sit (from outside to outside) 30″ apart with a 46″ opening (again, that is from the outside of the posts). It is worth noting that this rack gives you bolt-down options in the feet and 2 vertical weight horns to put some extra weight on the back of the rack.
The Accessories
Many like it, but a big reason that makes the T2 from Titan stand out is all the accessories you can add to this rack. Here they are listed:
- Lat-Pull down/Low Row tower: This add on uses the dual rod system rather than the 2×2 post which gives you a much better experience; less drag, more smooth.
- 10″ Extension Kit: Allows for 8 different plate holders to be added to the back of the rack.
- Spotter Arms: For outside the rack lifting.
- Leg Holder Kit for Lat Tower: The leg holders allow you to slide under and anchor yourself to the bench while using the lat-pulldown feature.
- Vertical Mount Barbell Holder: Add barbell storage to your rack.
- Safety Straps: A popular alternative to the pin spotters that come standard with most racks.
- Dip Bars: This option allows you to attach two separate handles to either side of the rack for dips.
- Y-Dip Attachment: This dip attachment utilizes one side of your rack with one easy connection.
- Stealth Leg-Press: Turn your T2 rack into a leg press!
- 3 Different J-cup Options: Standard, sandwich, and roller j-cups.
- Mono-lifts: Unracking made easy with these retractable j-cups.
- Dumbbell Holders: Underrated for those heavy presses.
- Multi-grip Pull-up Bar
That is 15 (counting all 3 j-cup options) different accessories that you can add to this 2×2″ rack!
The rack comes in two different heights: 71″ and 83″. For this review, we have the 83″ rack, which actually measures around 82.75″. The extra 12.75″ will cost you an extra $20. The current price (with free shipping) is $399.
This rack surpasses the mildly low expectations that came with ordering it. It really is a solid squat rack, which is probably why it has so many positive reviews from customers.
Conclusion
You get a lot of “bang for your buck” with this rack. If you are looking for a 4-post rack that is not going to break the budget, the T2 is an option that is worth your consideration. The quality of this product, what it offers its customers, and the option to add a large assortment of accessories and play together make this rack a top budget pick.
