Rep Fitness Oxylus Yoke Review
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Olympic barbells, dumbbells, and squat racks will undoubtedly help you achieve great strength gains, but if you’re looking to take your strength training to the next level, then we have the product for you. We’re talking about something that can be loaded with tons of weight, is versatile and heavy-duty, and used by one of the strongest people on Earth.
Our REP Fitness Oxylus Yoke review gives you an in-depth look at a piece of equipment frequently used by professional Strongmen, and tells you why an everyday strength training athlete might want to consider adding it to their home gym.
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Alright, that’s just a yoke (get it?). While we might not sit high on Mount Olympus like the Oxylus Yoke’s namesake, we’re one of the top names on the internet for home gym equipment reviews. That’s because we actually take the time to personally test each piece of equipment, even if it’s something that’s usually reserved for people three times our size.
And as certified personal trainers, CrossFit L-1 coaches, and competitive weightlifters, we have a deep understanding of how strength training equipment works for people chasing all sorts of fitness goals.
Oxylus Yoke
REP Fitness has put a spin on the traditional yoke used in Strongman competition. This multi-functional yolk has several configurations, allowing it to function as a squat rack, sled, and deadlift carry. Constructed with heavy-duty 3-inch-by-3-inch uprights with 11-gauge steel, this is one of the sturdier yokes you will find on the market.What also makes this unit stand out is its compatibility with REP attachments such as the 5000 series dip, landmine, utility horn, spotter arms, J-cups, and leg rollers. In addition, it has its own attachments which allow you to use the structure for deadlifts or farmer carries. Three different handle grips enable you to recruit different muscles when performing the same exercise.Plastic liners are sold separately but are a good idea as they protect the yoke from damaging floors while maintaining a smooth glide. The cross brace is also adjustable and can be mounted between the uprights or behind the base for stabilization when functioning as a squat rack. This heavy-duty structure supports an impressive max load capacity of 2,500 pounds, one of the highest numbers you will see on a yoke. It is one of the pricier units available, but its versatility and strong construction makes it stand out among competitors.
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A Quick Look at the REP Fitness Oxylus Yoke
The REP Fitness Oxylus Yoke is a customizable piece of fitness equipment that can be used to help further one’s strength training or conditioning goals. For those who don’t know, a yoke is a large metal frame (it sort of looks like a half rack) that comes with a thick crossbar and four plate storage posts.
Strongman competitors will hoist that crossbar onto their shoulders and carry the frame, loaded with hundreds of pounds of weight, during training and competitions. You have the option of adding a pull-up bar or a carry attachment to the yoke.
Be warned: This thing is heavy. The 77-inch-tall version weighs 230 pounds (with weight horns included) and the 92-inch version weighs 240. It’s constructed with 3-inch-by-3-inch 11-gauge steel, making it a durable piece of equipment, and comes with one-inch holes that are compatible with other REP attachments (such as its dip bars, j-cups, leg rollers, low row, landmine, and spotter arms).
My Tips
- Want to save a little money? Of course you do! Try looking for a REP Fitness discount code.
- If you want to protect your floors, you’ll have to buy the separately sold UHMW liners ($54.99)
Pros:
- Constructed with heavy-duty materials
- Available in two height options
- Incredibly versatile piece of equipment that can be used for more than just Strongman training
- Weight horns can be removed if you just want to use it as a squat rack
- Comes with 1-inch holes for use with other attachments
- Can hold up to 2,500 pounds
Cons:
- Expensive, starting at around $850 for the base model
- Liners to protect your floors are sold separately
- Some attachments require multiple people for assembly
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