REP AB-5200 FI Adjustable Bench
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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
Our beefiest adjustable bench ever made, and chock-full of design details that improve typical limitations found on other benches.
When it comes to durability and portability, this utility bench offers comfort under any load.
Categories: Adjustable BenchesVideo Review
In-Depth Review
REP Fitness AB-5200 Adjustable Bench In-Depth Review – Best Value Incline Bench?
Author: Cooper Mitchell, GGR FounderPros & Cons
What We Like...
- The Rep AB-5200 Adjustable Bench is, in our opinion, the best adjustable bench that Rep Fitness currently sells.
- The bench height from the floor to the top of the pad when completely flat is 17.75" which is pretty great for an incline bench with a ladder style.
- The bench is made of both 11 and 7 gauge steel through the 2"x3" frame.
- 1,000 LB capacity, although we'd guess it could handle much more.
- There are 7 adjustable back angles and 3 seat pad angles that are quick to change thanks to the ladder-style adjustment system.
- All logos are laser cut out of stainless steel, something we've been asking for, for years.
- The bench can be stored upright when not in use which is similar to one of our favorite benches, the Sorinex 0-90 NP3 Adjustable Bench that costs more than double what the AB-5200 does.
- The vinyl on used on the bench is Rep's signature grippy vinyl that can be seen on the home gym favorite Rep FB-5000 Competition Flat Bench.
- There are wheels and handles on the bench that makes it easy to maneuver.
- The AB-5200 is very stable when using flat or at an angle.
What Needs Improvement...
- Although this is a great value bench, it's still more than some would want to pay for an adjustable bench. This said, if you spend much less, the quality differences will be dramatic.
Specs
| Product Weight | 125 LB |
|---|---|
| Adjustable Seat Positions | 3 |
| Made In USA | No |
| Adjustable Back Positions | 7 |
| Steel Notes | 11-Gauge and 7-Guage |
| Foot Print | 55"x20.5" |
| Pad Gap | 1.8" |
| Weight Capacity | 1\,000 LB |
| Pad Width | 12" |
| Color | Varies |
Summary
The Rep AB-5200 Adjustable Bench is one of the best incline benches on the market. In our tests and reviews, we've found it to meet most of our spec requests, and it's priced very competitively for the features available. If you're in the market for an adjustable bench to add to your garage gym, or even a commercial gym (we use ours in one) then this is a bench we highly recommend.
