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Temple of Gainz launched four updated strength machines with pre-order discounts and ship late February/early March.
The All-Bar adds a new element to the VTS system & can be taken off to be used as a specialty bar.
Torque upgraded their most basic TANK with the TANK M1S.
Rogue released the new Echo SKI yesterday. It sold out quickly.
You can catch the live episode where most of these items are discussed + more on YouTube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
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PLATE-LOADED ADJUSTABLE FID CONVERGING SMITH MACHINE BENCH PRESS VERSION 3
Temple of Gainz has opened preorders for Version 3 of its plate-loaded converging Smith machine bench press.
What’s new in V3:
Wider angle range from -15° decline to 75° incline with 13 total settings and laser-marked angle indicators
Taller frame for more range of motion and a shorter overall footprint vs. prior versions
Thicker guide rods (30 mm on the Smith carriage, 40 mm on the bench assembly) for added rigidity
Redesigned sliding-bench lock with dual-side engagement via a central knurled handle
Three-position multi-width handles to adjust pressing width
Additional refinements: expanded re-rack points, adjustable footpeg for decline/leg drive, wider 12″ pads, six storage horns, and optional band-peg support
Optional integration for selectorized resistance add-ons via compatible upgrade parts
PLATE-LOADED ISO-LATERAL LINEAR ROW VERSION 2
Temple of Gainz has opened preorders for Version 2 of its plate-loaded iso-lateral linear row machine.
Key details:
Linear rowing path with industrial-style linear bearings for smoother, low-friction movement
Independent iso-lateral arms for unilateral or bilateral rowing
360° swiveling handles to accommodate different pulling angles
Adjustable back pad and footplate (position and angle) to fine-tune setup and leverage
Plate-loaded resistance with optional storage horns and reverse band pegs
Heavy, commercial-style frame designed for strength training environments
Assembly is involved and typically requires tools and two people
PLATE-LOADED ISO-LATERAL XPLOAD ROW MACHINE VERSION 2
Temple of Gainz has opened preorders for Version 2 of its plate-loaded iso-lateral Xpload Row. The new model adds an adjustable chest-support pad to help stabilize the torso during heavier rows, along with a knurled center handle for controlled single-arm work and a longer seat pad to better fit taller users.
Notable details:
Plate-loaded, independent arms for unilateral or bilateral rowing
Swiveling handles to allow more natural pulling angles
Adjustable chest pad to reduce body sway and momentum (new for V2)
Center grip handle to brace the body during single-arm rows
Extended seat pad vs. V1 for improved leg bracing
Dedicated footplates + heavy, commercial-style frame
PLATE-LOADED ISO-LATERAL XPLOAD LAT PULLDOWN MACHINE VERSION 2
Temple of Gainz has opened preorders for Version 2 of its plate-loaded iso-lateral lat pulldown. The update adds a revised center grip and an additional loading position to improve leverage and resistance through the range of motion.
Key notes:
Iso-lateral arms for unilateral or bilateral pulls
Added second weight horn / loading point vs. V1
Updated vertical center grip for single-arm work
Adjustable seat and knee rollers
All Bar from Bulletproof Fitness
The All-Bar is a modular, multi-function specialty bar designed primarily for use with Bulletproof’s VTS training system, with the goal of replacing several specialty bars in one adjustable platform. It allows users to change handle width, grip angle, and positioning, with options for fixed, angled, neutral, or free-rotating handles. The bar can be configured as either balanced or cambered depending on the movement, and a counterweight system helps keep it stable during exercises that typically feel offset.
It’s available in 35", 36", and 40" versions, with the shorter sizes intended for VTS integration and the 40" version better suited for standard rack J-hooks. Pricing starts at $399.99, and it is currently being offered as a presale item.
TANK® M1S Push Sled
Torque Fitness has introduced the TANK M1S, a variation on its compact magnetic sled design. The TANK M1S is priced at $1,299 and uses a magnetic resistance system that increases resistance as speed rises, removing the need for traditional weight plates. It includes a swivel front wheel that enables multidirectional movement without lifting the sled, multi-position push handles, and solid airless tires designed for use on turf, concrete, or rubber flooring.
Estimated dimensions for the M1S are similar to the original platform, with an overall footprint that supports forward pushes, lateral drags, and turns. It also incorporates an optional performance display that tracks metrics such as time, distance, and speed during workouts.
Rogue Echo Ski
Rogue released the new Echo SKI yesterday, and the first batch sold out shortly after launch. Rogue lists the next expected availability window as late January.
The Echo SKI uses a welded steel and aluminum frame with large flywheels designed to create a smoother pull. It includes an LCD console with Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity, adjustable foot platforms, a textured handle, and adjustable internal resistance. Rogue states that the performance outputs match the Concept2 SkiErg, meaning results are comparable for training and competition use alongside Concept2 units.
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