REP Fitness Blackwing Adjustable Bench
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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Heavy-duty FID adjustable bench
- 12 different angle adjustments with back pad
- 6 adjustable angles for seat pad
- Comes in standard and wide widths
- Compatible with optional leg roller attachment
- Vertical storage
- 11-gauge steel frame
- ZeroGrap technology ensures no gap between back and seat pad at every angle
- Pads made with new CleanGrip material
Video Review
Pros & Cons
What We Like...
- Wide bench option
- Multiple color options
- Compliant with IPF competition height standards
- 1,000-lb weight capacity
- Vertical storage
- Heavy-duty materials
What Needs Improvement...
- Pricey compared to other adjustable benches
- Some reviews said ZeroGap adjustments were tedious
Specs
| Frame Material | 11 Gauge Steel |
|---|---|
| Seat Pad Angles | '-10, 0, 8, 15, 30, 45 |
| Assisted Nordic Angles | 15, 30, 45 Degrees |
| Seat Pad Length | 15.6” |
| Weight Capacity | 1,000 LB |
| Footprint | 59.5” L X 25.8” W X 17.2” H |
| Seat Pad Width | 12.2” (or 14”) And Tapers To 8.5” |
| Back Pad Dimensions | 38.2” L X 12.2” Or 14” W |
| Back Pad Angles | '-8, 0, 10, 20, 30, 37.5, 45, 52.5, 60, 67.5, 75, 85 |
Summary
REP Fitness has continued to innovate with the Blackwing Adjustable Bench. Continuing to improve on previous benches, the Blackwing is a compact weight bench with a variety of adjustable angles for both the seat and back pads; plus, it stores vertically. The ZeroGap adjustments ensure there is no gap between the two pads at any angle, and the adjustments have been simplified since its first iteration. Although a bit pricey, the innovation and high-quality materials used make this bench worth a look.
