Install the leg press plate on the Smith bar. That being said, I will always prefer having knurling because of the secure feel that it provides even if I dont need the extra grip. The new G6 is black. Each Force USA G6 weight stack has 221 lbs of plates. These are to adjust the height of the lat pulldown pad when you attach it to the j-hook. Its hard to call it the best now that the G20 has been released, but it certainly holds its own. Other than t-bar rows, there are dozens of landmine exercises you can perform. It could come in handy to have a little extra clearance on a somewhat uncommon exercise like snatch grip rack pulls. Theyre the only Force USA all-in-one gym models with Westside hole spacing (1 in the bench press zone; 2 in the squat zone). This is the same rating as all the other Force USA all-in-one gym models. The band peg holes are located in the front of the unit in the free weight area, and in the rear by the weight stack. Note that the suspension trainer itself does not come with the Force USA G6. You waste less time and energy calculating how much weight to add or remove, carrying plates around, and stripping them on and off. One non-standard MyRack attachment you could buy for the old G6 was the MyRack monolift. Wish I could be more helpful! In this respect, the Force USA G3 j-hooks are a bit better. You dont have take the time to move the pulleys up so the cable is out of the way. If you think you might have an issue, you can simply measure your grip width to confirm. The Force USA G6 Smith machine allows you to do virtually all of the same exercises you can do with a free weight barbell. This includes movements like band squat, band bench, band deadlift and band hip thrusts, just to name a few. Before I go too far (and cant move it), I was interested to know if you have any suggested room layouts/orientations/minimum clearance specs. In comparison, the G3, G9 and G12 have a larger internal width/Smith bar shaft length of 43. You can simply use chalk if you need additional grip on any other parts of the bar. This type of bar setup gives you access to a bunch of different chin up and pull up variations, including the following: This is the same type of chin up bar used on the G9 and G12, and on the front of the G20. It really depends on your height/wingspan and what you plan to use the Smith machine for. Instead, you can leave the pulleys where they are and just install the j-hooks before you start overhead pressing. It includes two separate pieces. The vertical leg press attachments for the Force USA G6, G9, G12 and G20 are virtually the exact same designs. Its particularly popular in Australia where Force USA has a big presence. Its been pretty positive across the board. They install the same way as the G6 j-hooks and spotter arms. When you do this, the lowest possible point the Smith bar can go is 12 inches above the floor. I dont like doing heavy barbell rows. The Force USA G20 j-hooks are the best of all units. The j-hooks had better protection than the ones on the new G6. The new Force USA G6 model has 6 weight plate holders conveniently located on the rear frame columns. The G9, G12 an G20 have the same design, but the G3s mechanism is more easily adjusted with two hands. But you can do normal width pronated grip chin ups on the G3. Unfortunately, though, youll have trouble finding 3rd party accessories due to the uncommon upright size. It has 8 storage hooks compared to 6 on the old model. The new Force USA G6 model uses 1 holes on the uprights. I asked Gym and Fitness for some data on this and they obliged. They have protection on the top and bottom. Thanks a lot for your in depth review of the G6. Because thats what it is. Compare this to the old version of the G6, which had 2 weight storage holders that stood vertically at the base of the rack. Then use the micro-adjustment mechanism if needed for a precise fit. You position your bench in front of the cable column and set the j-hook/leg holder attachment height to thigh level. This would mean youd have to always position the pulleys higher than the j-hooks and safety spotters. Its also my favorite exercise to do on a landmine. However, Ive since realized the G6 is also available in other countries. These are the same chrome pegs used to rack the Smith bar hooks on. If youre in this camp, then you should consider the Force USA G3 or Force USA G20. Additionally, they can export to Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and the UAE (if needed). Hard to say since Ive only tested the G6 and can vouch for it. Simple foot rest when I do low cable rows. Although the weight stack feature is by no means a necessity, it is a highly desirable luxury. Youll have no shortage of exercise possibilities among the 9 different stations. The holes in the rear actually let you add tension to the weight stack by looping the band up and over the weight stack. I appreciate it! Your next option is to upgrade to the Force USA G20, which has two 289 lb weight stacks with a 1-to-1 pulley ratio (plus a third weight stack available if you get the optional G20 Lat Row Upgrade). Plus they can export to Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar and Saudi Arabia (if needed). I attached it with 5/8 collars (if the bar is threaded then nuts/washers should work nicely). The old Force USA G6 had a leg press plate similar to the one for the current Force USA G3. If you use 45 lb plates, the diameter is too large and it will bump into the G6s frame.). Only the G6, G20 and G3 have this feature. The Force USA G6 landmine / core trainer attachments includes: The handle is really only used on t-bar rows, which is one of the most common uses of landmines. Another common use is to loop resistance bands through the ring. As you might imagine, a luxury feature like this will cost you extra. Following up to share a few minor modifications for the G6 and some different exercises that I have found useful. A 2-to-1 ratio is typical of most functional trainers on the market. One of my favorite features on the Force USA G6 is the inclusion of band peg holes on the base of the rack. Others are variations of traditional weight training movements. The G12 looks tempting due to its width but the G6 seems to have uniqueness to itself. The functional trainer component gives you the ability to do, On the Smith machine, you can do most of the exercises you can do in the power rack; plus some unique to just the Smith machine. The Force USA G6 power rack has 16 holes with 1 diameters, spaced 3.75 apart just like on the G9 and G12. You should be able to use this feature as long as you have 92 (7ft 8in) tall ceilings. Im asking since its rare to hear this about their customer service. You can use code KING5 for 5% off on both of these sites as well. Been reading through your amazing and detailed reviews which are really helping to narrow down what my wife an I need at home. This gives you better grip when doing wide grip pull ups, which are one of the harder variations to hold on. So when the Smith machine is empty, it weighs the full 45 lbs that the bar itself weighs. The cable accessories included with the Force USA G6 functional trainer include the following: It should be noted that the Force USA G6 cable accessories are a step above the ones that come with the Force USA G3. Otherwise, theyre identical. It has two sets of handles that give you the option to use a narrower grip (21 between handles) or a wider grip (27.5 between handles). It gives you a convenient place to store them out of the way. The vast majority of people will be fine with the G6 Smith Machines width. Even the landmine attachment has two sleeves: one to hold an Olympic bar and another to hold a standard bar. The G6 includes the following exercise stations: The Force USA G6 fits 9 training stations into 1/3 of the footprint that would be required if you had a dedicated piece of equipment for each station. Then you loop it over the top of the stack and secure each end to the peg. Heres a list of just a few of the best Smith machine exercises you can do on the Force USA G6 Smith machine: The Force USA G6 Smith machine has a 770 lb weight capacity rating, which is the same as on the other Force USA G-Series models. However, you likely wont need to add band resistance on the G20 to go beyond the max weight of 289 lbs per stack unless youre incredibly strong. In any case, I hope youre able to get a resolution or at least get some type of equipment that meets your needs. This is one of the main draws of an all-in-one home gym and functional trainer like the Force USA G6. Luckily, its a one-time investment because it comes with everything included. I personally recommend the Smith machine hack squat variation instead. I also have the data on. You can go below the lowest racking point on the smith machine by swinging the Smith safeties out of the way (i.e. Except you cant do the close neutral grip chin ups on the G3. So if you insert the selector pin at 81 lbs, it will feel like youre lifting 40.5 lbs. I chose the discount because I can hammer out the bent part. You can install these in any of the 1 diameter holes on the uprights in height increments of 3.75. The storage pegs measure 8 inches long. Its also same as the actual grip-able length of the Smith bar shaft. The other MyRack attachment that was compatible with the old Force USA G6 was the MyRack Y-dip attachment. I learned this after getting tons of messages from Australian readers about all of the different G-Series models. The Parabody was very solid but only functioned as a smith machine. The accessory storage area is better on the new Force USA G6. In comparison, the Y-dip bar attachment on the previous version of the G6 attached to a single upright You would bump into the upright if you leaned forward too much. I have seen some machines where the lowest possible position is just about at full extension of the hip thrust. Do you think a machine like the Force Monster G6 is enough to replace going to a commercial gym? Ill talk more about the lat pulldown pad later in this Force USA G6 review. Its shipped via freight because its much more economical than traditional ground shipping and it reduces the likelihood of damage in transit. There are 4 hooks on this storage board. The Force USA G6 Smith machine has an important safety feature: Adjustable safety catches that you can slide up and down the Smith track. For example, if you have a really wide wingspan and plan to bench on the Smith machine, then the G12 would be a safer bet. Of course, the benefits you get in exchange for those compromises are, as you mentioned, saved money and space. It is one of the best models overall because it has such a desirable mix of high-value features. There are compromises with any all-in-one unit; theyre minor compromises, but are compromises nonetheless. The Force USA G6 power rack is the narrowest of all the G-Series models. The new G6s Smith machine design is closer to what youd see on a Smith machine in a commercial gym. My goal is to clarify any confusion between the two versions. they wont be hooked onto the chrome pegs). However, you may prefer the G9 or G12 for their counterbalanced Smith machines if youre planning to use your all-in-one gym in a physical therapy practice for rehab or in a personal training studio for training out-of-shape clients. Theyre BOTH great for bodybuilding, since they both have selectorized weight stacks. Unlike the G3 and G20, the Force USA G6 has no band peg holes in the middle section of the rack where the Smith machine is. Furthermore, you wont need to buy any other machines in the future since you have all the major exercise stations you need in this one unit (which, by the way, has a lifetime warranty). Youll get used to it after a couple sessions. vertical storage hook or a horizontal rack) or just keep your bar on the j-hooks after finishing your workout. You can focus more on your workout and less on tedious preparation tasks. Hi, I own a G6 and Im just starting to assemble it. Was it for the Force USA G6? It is a Monkey style chin up bar. Be sure to inspect the shipment for damage prior to signing. Both look great, but I think the black color makes the new one look sleeker. This means the cable will be out of the way of the j-hooks and safety spotter arms. Thanks for offering to help. Heres an idea of the number of exercises you can do on each station: Ill provide specific exercise examples when I discuss each exercise station in depth in the following sections of my G6 review: The Force USA G6 power rack is technically a half rack since its not fully enclosed with uprights in the front and the back. You also get band peg holes with the G20. Heres how it works: It has pop-pins that easily and securely connect it to the hooks on the ends of the Smith machine bar. You save hundreds if not thousands of dollars when you buy the Force USA G6 instead of separate, specialized equipment of similar quality. The internal width/Smith bar shaft length for the G20 is 40. 1. Youll need to be there to sign for the shipment. This is one my favorite parts of all the G-Series racks. However, this does NOT mean you cant add band resistance to the Smith machine. This means you can progressively overload the muscles more easily with heavier cable lifts over time before maxing out the stacks. If I had unlimited budget and space, Id get all individual equipment. The G6 was my #1 pick until the Force USA G20 came out and took the top spot. This is clutch if youre a stronger lifter and need a lot of weight for lat pulldowns, rows or other heavier cable movements. In fact, it included some of them standard: The deluxe j-hooks and the spotter arms were the same as the ones used on MyRack. Of course, it costs $2500 more than the G6. You listed various exercises that can be performed using the smith machine, but you did not mention the back squat. Note from Alex / KingOfTheGym.com: The images in this comment have been provided to me and embedded in this comment at the commenters request. The leg holder attachment has another use outside of lat pulldowns: You can use it for cable rows by installing the j-hook on the lowest hole on the uprights. The 2-to-1 ratio means you can achieve up to 110.5 lbs of resistance if you lift the whole stack. On top of that, theres a bolt head sticking out of it. Thats 8 hooks in total, which is more than enough to hang all the included cable handles and any other training accessories you may have lying around your gym. If this is the case for you, dont worry just yet. The other benefit of adding bands to the weight stack is that you can train explosiveness better on cable movements since the resistance is greatest at the top of the range of motion. It will keep you safe on squats. My Force USA G6 review will tell you everything you need to know about this all-in-one gym. A weight stack is so much more convenient than a plate-loaded setup. The weight stack doesnt go up quite heavy enough for cable rows so I bought an extra weight stack pin and simply attach a 25 or 35 lb plate. You also have 4 hooks on the back of the Force USA G6 frame, including 2 above the swivel board and 2 below it. Not to mention its an easy way to pinch your fingers! Unless youre in the tiny minority of lifters who use a significantly wider bench press grip than me, these uprights are far enough apart to bench safely. You can use the band pegs to add extra resistance to the Smith machine bar. Out the back I would recommend having at least a foot of clearance. It is one of the best choices (along with the G3 and G20) for tall lifters. Heres a sample of the many barbell exercises you can do in the Force USA G6 power rack: The Force USA G6 has a max weight capacity rating of 992 lbs. This includes using a pop-pin to lock the dip attachment in place for additional stability. Otherwise, the cable is right in front of the upright holes, preventing you from installing and using the j-hooks and safeties (though, theres a caveat to this, explained below). It actually has mini band pegs integrated into the weight stacks themselves. There is no protective material on the upper portion. Delivery is curbside, which means the guys in the truck wont bring it inside your home. Plus, you can do supersets and drop sets more effectively with a selectorized system. The rubberized grips do a good job. Plus, its always handy to have an exercise chart to reference if youre trying out a new cable movement. Each handle has textured rubber coverings for comfort and better grip. That is just one small segment of the lifting population. Whereas, the G3s seat has a small amount of flex to it if you lean back during the movement. As Ill discuss later my Force USA G6 review in the, The following idea is a cheaper and less efficient version of using a GymPin/Stacked Weight Pin Add a second pin to the weight stack and hang an extra weight plate on it. But it is handy if you have a bunch of standard weight plates in your home gym from a spinlock dumbbell and/or barbell set. When you install the j-hooks or spotters in the lowest hole, the distance between floor to the bottom of the bar is ~12. So lets say you finish doing cable low rows and are moving onto barbell overhead press as your next exercise. I dont have a video clip of the leg press plate in action on the G6 BUT, I do have a clip of me using it on the G9, which looks and works just like the G6 plate. In my 20s I injured my lower back doing cable rows and now I have to watch it. I have some questions regarding the smith machine though. The Force USA G6 has a ring designed specifically for hanging a suspension trainer like the TRX. There have been several upgrades, including: I want to discuss these and other changes in my Force USA G6 review because a lot of the information you can find online is about the old model. My goal is to help you learn proper weight training and nutrition principles so that you can get strong and build the physique of your dreams! The old Force USA G6 had its pulley positioned directly in front of the upright. Do you happen to have the dimensions of the new upright tubing size? I hope youve enjoyed my Force USA G6 review! You install one on each upright. But there are tons of exercises that are at least as effective, if not more so, when done on the Smith machine. Not worth my time so Ill buy a unit from a hopefully more reputable outfit. The new version does have a powder coated finish on the chin up bar. Sure, you miss out on band pegs on the G12, but the heavier weight stacks are more important for a bodybuilder in my opinion. One small feature unique to the G6 spotter arms is a pop-pin locking mechanism on the back of the spotters. This allows you to lean forward as much as you want without bumping into anything. A more long-term solution would be to get some cheap, Add band resistance. But many people dont have a ton of extra space to fit several large machines. Unless youre an elite level powerlifter, this is more than strong enough for you on all lifts. Off the smith machine, I would want 2 feet of clearance, but you could get away with less. I didnt list back squats under the Smith machine section just because Im not a fan of doing traditional back squats on the Smith machine, since the bar path is not optimal when youre using the fixed track on a Smith machine. This gives you more room to lean forward. It arrived damaged. It also provides enough space to organize the plates by weight (e.g. The freight shipping company will call you ahead of time to schedule a date and time for delivery. This was a cool option to have; one thats not available on the new Force USA G6. I would love the G20 but I worry about her not being able to use the Smith machine as its carriage weight is 45pounds. You also need to account for a few additional inches of clearance for raising the bar into and out of the storage sleeve. The Force USA G3 plate is nearly the same width at 29. Turns out the customer service rep was on vacation. 1. You can adjust the pulleys to any of the 19 height settings on each of the columns. Theyre on par with the quality of the accessories for the commercial G9, G12 and G20 units. Dedicated equipment will always give you extra benefits because its specialized. One also comes standard on the G9, G12 and G20. When you need to switch out accessories, just flip it around and take what you need. And then stabilize the bench against it. With that design, youd often have to remove all the top plates just to get to the plate you need at the bottom. Unless youre into 7-foot height range, you wont have any issues with the bar being too low for squats or any other power rack exercise. The Force USA G6 all-in-one gym comes standard with a dual-grip dip station. Good question Virtually all lifters who use a wide grip on bench press wont have to worry about pinching their fingers on the j-hooks. The fact that the Force USA G6 uses a selectorized weight stack system instead of a plate-loaded weight bracket is a major plus. Whereas, the Force USA G3, G9, G12 and G20 models have their pulley positioned such that the cables will be directly in front of the uprights. Later they just stopped answering e-mails and left me with no recourse other than legal routes. Smaller accessories you may want in order to get the most out of the G6 are resistance bands to use on the band pegs, and a suspension trainer to use on the suspension trainer ring. That said, I know close hole spacing is a must-have for some lifters. Read more, Force USA G3, G6, G9, G10, G12, G15 and G20 comparison & buying guide, comparison guide on the Force USA G3, G6, G9, G12 and G20, Force USA G10 Review: A Plate-Loaded All-In-One with Interchangable Pulley Ratios, Force USA X20 Pro Review: A Full Power Rack with an Integrated Selectorized Funtional Trainer, Force USA G15 Review: A Selectorized All-In-One Trainer with a 2:1 AND 4:1 Ratio, Ironmaster Ultimate Row Handle Review: An Adjustable Multi-Grip Cable & Landmine Attachment, 34 (incorrectly listed as 37 on the product page), Lat pulldown (includes leg holder attachment for the cable column, which can also double as a makeshift footplate for low rows). The pop-pin pulley adjustment mechanism is designed for easy adjustment with just one hand. I purchased a new force fitness unit. It was an optional attachment on the old G6 model that you had to buy separately. So I used a couple of the included posts with collars for a landmine that I bought separately. Then Ill get into the nitty-gritty of each major feature. The new version thwarted this design trap by having the pulleys just to the inside of the uprights. They have a thicker peg that inserts into the upright. The G6s 41 internal width is plenty wide for almost all lifters. So, youre only missing out on 1-2 inches of width with the Force USA G6. I like landmine exercises but wanted a stand so that I dont have to struggle getting the weights on and squat down every time I start a set. Depending on your needs and preferences, getting the selectorized weight stack feature can be well worth the extra cost. Its similar to the current G3 Smith machine design. He replied and offered me a 10% discount or a replacement for the damaged part. Additionally, the old G6 leg press plate would sit atop the Smith machine bar, secured by two lock pins that go through holes bar. Ive had a few smith machines/racks and this is better than all except for an old Parabody smith machine. A leg press attachment is also available for the G3, but its a different design and its sold separately. You dont have to walk around to each side of the machine, and swap plates between the plate-loaded bracket and the weight storage holders. Hey mate. The old Force USA G6 model used a Y-dip bar that attached to a single upright. Note that you need more ceiling clearance than the max height of the unit to store a full sized Olympic bar. The G20 also has 2 chin up stations on the sides that have a globe-grip style. This is thanks to the pop-pins that lock into each end of the Smith machine bar. You had to keep your torso more vertical or your head would rub up against the upright. If youre hyper-sensitive about keeping your barbell in pristine condition, you can do a pretty easy DIY project to cover the bolt head. Of course, the more space, the better. Garner has an office in Dubai and ships throughout the UAE. For example, lets say youre transitioning from low-to-high cable flyes to barbell bench press. Ive been lifting 6 days a week for years but my time is fairly limited nowadays and Im looking for something to replace my home basic power rack with. Plus, it keeps the whole machine more stable since your weight is in the middle of the rack. They were vertical pegs, meaning you had to stack the weights on top of each other. Its just something you have to be aware of when starting out. It costs $4499. It will make each and every workout a little more efficient and enjoyable. The old Force USA G6 model had plastic weight sleeves that were aligned with the track, but not with the bar shaft. The big difference is that barbell on a Smith machine is on a fixed vertical track. It consists of two adjustable-height cable pulleys on the power racks uprights. However, its a relatively inexpensive purchase that can give you access to 80+ body weight resistance exercises. The Force USA G6 j-hooks are most similar to the G9 and G12 j-hooks, but with a couple differences: What I dont like about the G6 (and G9/G12) j-hooks is that they only have a protective rubber insert on the bottom surface of the j-hook. Home > Reviews > Force USA G6 Review: All-In-One Home Gym. But the G6s leg holder attachment gives you a more stable experience because youre sitting on a bench thats rock solid.
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