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Pull-up Squat Rack $199, Weight Bench $199, Dumbbell Set $19.99, Barbell Set $59.99, Slamballs $19.99 @ ALDI

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Pull-up Squat Rack $199, Weight Bench $199, Dumbbell Set $19.99, Barbell Set $59.99, Slamballs $19.99 @ ALDI
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Pull-up Squat Rack $199

  • Steel Tube Dimensions is 60mm x 60mm x 2mm.
  • Adjustable and Removable Spotting Arms
  • Assembled Dimensions: 211cm (H) x 110cm (W) x 105cm (D).
  • Weight Capacity: 300kg
  • 1 Year Warranty

Multifunction Workbench $199

  • Multiple stations for upper and lower body exercises
  • Maximum load weights – barbell holder: 120kg, leg curler: 45kg
  • Includes V-handle attachment for abdominal exercises
  • 1 YEAR WARRANTY

[Dumbbell Set $19.99]https://www.aldi.com.au/en/special-buys/special-buys-sat-22-february/saturday-detail-wk08/ps/p/10kg-dumbbell-set/)

  • 1 x Lifting Bar
  • 2 x 2kg weights
  • 2 x 1.25kg weights
  • 2 x 1kg weights
  • Cast iron weights
  • Heavy duty painted finish
  • 2 Year Warranty

Barbell Set $59.99

  • Long (24kg) or Curl (18.5kg) bar Set
  • Includes bar, weights and locking nuts
  • 2 x 1.25kg
  • 2 x 2.5kg
  • 2 x 3kg
  • Bar weight 5kg
  • Includes Carry Case
  • Not suitable for use with Squat Rack
  • 2 Year Warranty

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    • kahn on 12/02/2020 - 11:48
      +61

      Another chapter in The Life of jv.

      • jv on 12/02/2020 - 11:53
        +16

        How do you know if it's a bargain or not if you can't show there is a saving ?

        • mickeyjuiceman on 12/02/2020 - 12:09
          +10

          People who are looking for these things might just be smart enough to know what the ballpark figures are, and not need spoonfeeding. Only idiots are buying them just "because they're a bargain," so they don't need a mythical "regular price."

          • jv on 12/02/2020 - 12:22
            +20

            @mickeyjuiceman:

            and not need spoonfeeding

            Not spoonfeeding, it's one of the deal posting rules.

            • mickeyjuiceman on 12/02/2020 - 12:39
              -8

              @jv: The rules say that one-off special items have to have a regular price? Must have been written by an idiot. (In order to pander to some of the more "special" members of the site.)

              • jv on 12/02/2020 - 12:57
                +21

                @mickeyjuiceman:

                The rules say that one-off special items have to have a regular price?

                The rules state that you should explain 'why' you consider this a bargain and worth posting.
                Mentioning the normal prices would be one way… If not, you need to justify re-posting an advertisement as a bargain…

              • FabMan on 12/02/2020 - 13:00
                +5

                @mickeyjuiceman: Now you are just being the ass.

          • [Deactivated] on 12/02/2020 - 12:50
            +16

            @mickeyjuiceman: I look for these things. If I do not have the physical product to inspect, I can only base the quality on the price.

            In a bargain/discount situation, a lowered (or perceived discount) price does not change the quality of the product. The product is not yet available for inspection therefore there is no way for me to gauge the quality.

            If there is no way to gauge the quality, how does one know they're getting a good item for cheap or infact just getting a cheap item for the price it is worth?

            I doubt these are going to be Eleiko or even Rogue. So where in the quality spectrum does this sit and what is the value proposition in relation to the quality?

          • entropysbane on 12/02/2020 - 20:25
            +1

            @mickeyjuiceman: Well if it anything like my father, its “oh, weights at ALDI, I might try those, if I don’t them I can always take it back”.

            Then they clutter up the garage unused. He has a stack of ALDI sale goods, and TBH he does take a lot of it back, to the extent I expect ALDI has his photo with a warning on it at the counters.
            No control since mum passed away, mind you she was just as bad.

          • Jugganautx on 12/02/2020 - 22:46
            -2

            @mickeyjuiceman: Every fat person will look at these and think this is the time to get fit.

            When in fact they will buy it just because and never use it in their life.

            So it does matter if there is a bargain. lol

      • satthuvdh on 12/02/2020 - 12:02
        +2

        Am I the only one who read the text in Morgan Freeman voice in my head?

      • MattyD on 12/02/2020 - 12:07
        +6

        Morphius says…

      • OZBMate8911 on 12/02/2020 - 14:37

        I heard it in his voice. Well done.

    • ireadtermsofuse on 12/02/2020 - 14:09
      +4

      They are worth squat

  • tonyyang on 12/02/2020 - 11:26
    +2

    Can the Pull-up Squat Rack be placed outdoor? any experience?

    • nmachine on 12/02/2020 - 11:30
      +3

      I had mine outside but underneath a carport that leaked occasionally and it does show signs of rust. When I disassembled it to move house a lot of rusty water poured out of it so I'd say maybe its fine outside but not exposed to water.

    • asa79 on 12/02/2020 - 11:31

      It could be, but will rust over time

      • LFO on 13/02/2020 - 19:21

        And spiders will love it.
        So much that there will plenty of them …

        Have a huge enclosed carport.
        Realistically it is only useful to park vehicles (hence named "car - port" … how smart …)

        Been there done that. Didn't work

        • asa79 on 13/02/2020 - 23:17

          Give it a good spray with surface spray regularly and should be fine. I have an old healthstream pull up bar set up sitting outside for the past 3 yrs and was under the patio for 10 years and still fine. The wood for the pads rotted away that was only issue

    • [Deactivated] on 12/02/2020 - 14:27
      +2

      Most likely enamel paint on steel.

      The answer is no. It will rust very quickly even under cover. They will rust quickest at the welds. It doesn't have to rust through to be a write off, all it has to do is rust enough to break under load.

  • Crumydog on 12/02/2020 - 11:31

    what the heck, ive never seen bars that split in half to fit in a case. how do they join? anyone know

    • asa79 on 12/02/2020 - 11:32
      +12

      Probably wouldn't trust the strength of the join if you lifting a decent amount of weight

      • Crumydog on 12/02/2020 - 11:34
        +1

        i tend to agree with you here, im sure they will have a "max" weight limit they recommend, interesting though worth a look.

        • Glittrfist on 12/02/2020 - 13:02
          +5

          They screw together. Not sure if the whole bar is hollow but part of it is to accommodate for that.

          I loaded up a previous Aldis one of mine over the max limit (think it was a 50kg limit?) like a fool, and there is a noticeable bend in it.

          • Thatbargainhunter on 12/02/2020 - 19:22
            +1

            @Glittrfist: 50kg limit lol.

            Obviously expecting people do be doing curls in the squat rack.

          • Blandford on 12/02/2020 - 19:46

            @Glittrfist: Ouch.

            They would work well for high rep low weight stuff.

            You wouldn't want to add too many of your own plates and load it up.

    • Corapmafya on 12/02/2020 - 16:11
      +1

      I have a set from years ago. The one I have has a female and male thread that joins the bar in the middle. Never had any issues with it but I did constantly check the join was secure. Also never lifted super heavy weights with it.

  • UncleCheapSteam on 12/02/2020 - 11:40
    -6

    probably not worth buying considering most ppl buying them would only use them for couple of times, and you have the hassle of returning it, then these people would be too lazy to return them.

    • deal seeking missile on 12/02/2020 - 12:10
      +1

      Its like you're reading my mind :P

      • UncleCheapSteam on 12/02/2020 - 12:24

        Lol I have few of those collecting dust at home

        • jv on 12/02/2020 - 13:02

          Lol I have few of those collecting dust at home

          Someone mentioned to me once that they have 'dust magnets' in them… That might explain it.

  • cheaponos on 12/02/2020 - 11:45
    +1

    60 Day Satisfaction Guarantee??

  • Stinge Master on 12/02/2020 - 11:45
    +1

    Would be alright if the bench wasn't attached to the rack itself and could be moved.

  • Veni on 12/02/2020 - 11:47
    +8

    Barbell and dumbell sets are very annoying to use, between sets you will spend the entire time setting up the next set due to the screw on holds, if I were you, hold off for clip or callipers sets, these are too tedious for use.

    • porcho77 on 12/02/2020 - 11:52
      +3

      +1
      I've got an old set of these and they're good, for the price, but you're right. I spend way too mcuh time adjusting all the time. Also the screws come loose eventually no matter how tight I do them.
      I'll also add that they don't come with that much weight.
      Again. Good for the price. Good for someone starting to get stuff together for a home gym or small set of items, but eventually will need replacing with something better.

      • frugalbat on 12/02/2020 - 13:24
        +1

        Yes second this, I got the same set last year, the screw will get loose between set so it's pretty annoying.

      • sean85 on 12/02/2020 - 13:50
        +1

        I've owned the same for years but only discovered recently that you tighten/loseen it using the weights, not the screws. Big difference, give it a go. There's even a YouTube tutorial lol

      • Antikythera on 12/02/2020 - 14:09

        are the weights a standard hole size? I have a good quality bar left by an old housemate but have no weights for it.

    • BadHorse on 12/02/2020 - 12:00
      +1

      Bizarre - The image shows a man with a clip but screw lid in the box. Damn

      • Veni on 12/02/2020 - 12:06
        +1

        Didn't even notice that, very odd haha

    • dlakers3peat on 12/02/2020 - 13:55
      +4

      Problem solved. I bought these https://decathlon.com.au/products/smart-training-weight-lock…

    • fivespice on 22/02/2020 - 23:55

      Bought them today, 100% NOT screw on.

  • chyawala on 12/02/2020 - 11:59
    +2

    the dumbell set is for only one dumbell with weights, which seems strange as these usually come in sets of two, I mean we have two arms.

    • cheaponos on 12/02/2020 - 12:06
      +11

      I mean we have two arms

      It’s for strengthening the other arm.

      Good point though.

    • melk on 12/02/2020 - 13:16

      Nicer price point, you can buy another set

  • NatoTomato on 12/02/2020 - 12:32
    +5

    The Barbell Set has a bar that is only 5 kg. I wouldn't trust anything over 15kg on that thing.

  • [Deactivated] on 12/02/2020 - 13:02

    slamballs? really? shrug

    • [Deactivated] on 12/02/2020 - 14:36
      +1

      It's for people in apartments who really hate their downstairs neighbours.

      • buckster on 12/02/2020 - 15:11
        +3

        Or who love them enough they want to make a hole in the floor to talk to them easier

  • Bargainbrother on 12/02/2020 - 13:10

    Anyone have any experience with those rack? Are they really a bargain?

    • Ulysses31 on 12/02/2020 - 16:01
      +4

      My wife has a rack. I'll ask her.

      • trapper on 12/02/2020 - 19:22
        +10

        Your wife's rack was a bargain.

        • Bargainbrother on 12/02/2020 - 19:33

          Definitely deserves some more clicks.

  • sujongwah on 12/02/2020 - 13:21
    +1

    Could the squat rack be used for bench pressing as well?

    • dlakers3peat on 12/02/2020 - 13:56
      +3

      I have this rack and I use it for both bench press and squats.

      • Tuttifrutti12345 on 13/02/2020 - 11:19
        +1

        Hey mate can you confirm if you've got the newest model with the sleeved uprights? People are saying this new design means you can't bench. wanting to buy this only if I can bench as well. Thanks

        • ozbjunkie on 13/02/2020 - 12:38

          What are sleeved uprights? Sorry a quick google still has me lost.

          • Tuttifrutti12345 on 13/02/2020 - 12:55
            +1

            @ozbjunkie: Have a look at the photo, see how there's a bracket/sleeve joining the uprights together? apparently this means you can't place the hooks at that level which is where most people bench from

    • MyCatStillSmells on 12/02/2020 - 16:56
      +4

      TBH, the rack is the better option, then purchase a flat bench and 7ft bar.
      Just the standard type bar will do, you don't need an Olympic bar. And dont get a bar with screw on collars.
      You wont need collars for the bar anyway, the weights wont fall off.

      I wouldn't touch that bench, just looks dodgy AF, with all that useless sh*t hanging off of it; and it looks very uncomfortable as well.

      • Tuttifrutti12345 on 12/02/2020 - 17:08

        Was wondering what other exercises the bench can be used for, Does it work as a squat rack as well? tossing up between the squat rack and bench, I want the one that has the most versatility. Thanks!

        • MyCatStillSmells on 12/02/2020 - 17:21
          +4

          Squat rack for squats.
          using that bench as a squat rack is not a good idea, no safety on it, not high enough, probably wont be balanced properly either. You'll only injure back as you have to lean to far to rack it on & off - just don't do it.

          And at some point your going to have to drop that barbell, make sure its inside a rack; it will give you the confidence to push the weight limit knowing that you wont get stuck under it - if you doing it alone it can really be dangerous.

          The other stuff on that bench are just gimmicks and will probably injure you. that leg extension !?!?; you don't need em.

          rack + 7ft bar + flat bench. I curl with the 7ft straight bar in a rack, you don't need dumbbells either. superset it with some chin-ups if you want.

          • Tuttifrutti12345 on 12/02/2020 - 17:36

            @MyCatStillSmells: Awesome thanks mate, do you reckon I'll have to get in super early on the saturday morning for the squat rack or is it something people aren't that keen on.

            • MyCatStillSmells on 12/02/2020 - 17:42
              +2

              @Tuttifrutti12345: The last time this happened I recall my local Aldi had stuff still there for few days, but that rack is what the smart person will be going after. It is a heavy awkward box though, so be prepared - bring a mate.
              Just can't tell with Aldi how many each store will get or how much stock of this item they have.
              You snooze you lose I guess..
              Good Luck…

            • Giraffe on 12/02/2020 - 19:59
              +2

              @Tuttifrutti12345: I went as the doors opened 2 years ago, and another guy was right behind me going for the squat racks. They had four of them out - not sure if they had more in the back. It's always impossible to predict Aldi stock and demand levels, so go early if you want to be safe.

              Please also note that they may not be suitable for bench pressing due to the design change. See comment thread on it from last year: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/438828#comment-6963871

              • Tuttifrutti12345 on 12/02/2020 - 21:46
                +1

                @Giraffe: Is there anyone who has got one that can confirm if you can bench with this?? If I can't bench there's no point as at this price I'd be better off buying a better quality one or go for the weights bench instead

    • Giraffe on 12/02/2020 - 19:52
      +1

      Please note that they changed the design last year so the uprights are no longer one piece and have sleeves. These are likely to to make it difficult to use for bench pressing. See comment thread on it from last year: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/438828#comment-6963871

      • Tuttifrutti12345 on 12/02/2020 - 21:46
        +1

        Anyone had any experience with this??

  • limucat on 12/02/2020 - 13:22
    +1

    I personally prefer benches that are lower to the ground to lift up my dumbbells. But those type of benches are very expensive.

  • Lilja4ever on 12/02/2020 - 13:25
    +11

    Squat rack are a re-brand of these for those looking for RRP.

    Have had one in the past and it was good value for money for an entry level item. Solid enough, found the spotter arms pretty useless and didn't like benching in it.

    • [Deactivated] on 12/02/2020 - 14:21

      Spotter arms are a terrible idea for squats anyway.

      Ask any orthopaedic surgeon. Chances are, they've had to clean up fingers crushed under a failed rep.

      • MikeWhitneysHair on 12/02/2020 - 15:38
        +4

        Probably serves you right if your fingers are anywhere near the spotter arms during a squat to be honest!

      • Spets on 12/02/2020 - 17:09
        +3

        You sound like you've never done a squat in a rack before.

        • [Deactivated] on 12/02/2020 - 17:29

          I have. After I have been better informed, I do not (even though I have straps which are safer than bars).

          I have a full Oly set up so dropping my weights even from a standing overhead press isn't an issue.

          I do not miss the rack.

    • Mark365 on 12/02/2020 - 15:58
      +1

      Whats wrong with it using bwnch? Too narrow?
      I have one, i improvised and made it 15cm wider.

      • Lilja4ever on 13/02/2020 - 08:52

        I found myself having to be careful not to hit the front shorter uprights if I benched inside it, if that makes sense. I would have preferred if that section didn't exist at all.

        • Mark365 on 13/02/2020 - 10:35
          +1

          yeah i get what u mean. Either u r too tall for this unit or mybe u r too far forward. Or mybe just technique. Is it any bench press exs?

          Im 5'7", just had to make additional width as my elbows where touching sometimes when im not dead center. Now its great. Got the olympic bar. I love the units small footprint.

          • Tuttifrutti12345 on 14/02/2020 - 12:13

            @Mark365: Hey mate is this new model with the sleeved uprights still fine for benching? I'm your height and am wondering if the squat rack can be used for benching as well or if the new model prohibits this. thanks!

            • Mark365 on 14/02/2020 - 22:16

              @Tuttifrutti12345: If its the same from the pic posted by lilja4ever, then its fine, thats what i have.

              It didnt bother me setting the height of the bar either

              I got my unit from rebel sport, mybe check it out. Although i bought mine without checking in person the actual unit in person.

              • baileyj on 15/02/2020 - 14:49

                @Mark365: I don't think that version has the sleeved uprights.

        • Tuttifrutti12345 on 14/02/2020 - 12:14
          +1

          Do you find the sleeved uprights are an issue for setting the height of the bar whilst benching?

          • baileyj on 15/02/2020 - 14:50

            @Tuttifrutti12345: Also trying to figure this out. Would be great to hear from someone who has this specific model i.e. from Aldi, with sleeved uprights.

            • Mark365 on 15/02/2020 - 16:01

              @baileyj: Sorry boys, cant help u then.

            • Tuttifrutti12345 on 15/02/2020 - 16:35

              @baileyj: what is the return policy for this? eg can I buy, set up and return if I find I can't bench with it?

              • baileyj on 16/02/2020 - 10:44
                +1

                @Tuttifrutti12345: I believe they have 60 day change of mind returns.

              • Giraffe on 16/02/2020 - 12:26

                @Tuttifrutti12345: ALDI returns are usually easy if you have the receipt.

                Good luck and let us know how you go!

                • Tuttifrutti12345 on 16/02/2020 - 16:27

                  @Giraffe: will do! really hoping so because at $199 it's a great deal. Do they really let you return stuff after you open and assemble it?

  • [Deactivated] on 12/02/2020 - 13:51
    +8

    Can the curl rack be used for squatting too?

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