Signature Fitness SF-3 Power Squat Cage Capacity 7.5 x 7.5 cm with J-Hooks and Safety Straps, Other Optional Accessories

very good

Works as expected

Update Aug 13, 2022: I failed a 315 pound bench press. The weight was on the way back up and then, complete muscle failure. Gravity completely took over. Weight came straight down. Right over my windpipe. I could not believe it. These things literally saved my life. Could not be more impressed… or grateful. I’ve had these for about a week. I was skeptical given the price compared to most other competitors (Vesta Fitness, Titan Fitness, Rep Fitness, and Rogue Fitness - which I personally owned). To sum it up, I’m impressed overall. These definitely do the same thing as the other options. For reference, I have 3x3 uprights with 3/4” holes, in lieu of the 5/8” these are technically made for. Below are my observations: - they are short compared to the competition (18” vs 24”). I knew this going in. They are also noticeably thinner than the competition. - the barbell protection is not UHMW plastic like the competition’s. Rather, it’s literally a hard plastic. Very hard. I question if it has the potential to crack, but I think it doubtful. - the upright protection is not UHMW plastic either. Instead it’s a light felt material. Seems unorthodox, but it works. I feel better about this than the Rogue SAML spotters I used to own, which were bare. - they do have a slight lean, causing the barbell to roll forward. - even so and plus with their unique design, they are very sturdy. I weigh about 200lbs. I jumped repeatedly on each one to simulate multiplying my weight, and had no concerns. This also left no markings on my uprights. - the above point becomes slightly problematic keeping the barbell pristine because the lips offer no protection. I’d imagine a cerakote coated bar might not fair well. - the gap between the lips and the end of the hard plastic is relatively wide. This is easily remedied however. In my case, two bands folded on top of themselves two times over creates a protective barrier, which would easily save a barbell.

I got two pairs of these the first one arrived with the plastic/uhmw coming off a bit on one side, it has cheap plastic inserts to keep in it but they broke - they might go back in but not all do. Second pair was good.

Scratch all over and paint over a big spot of rust....sturdy but quality control isn't there.