Last Updated on April 9, 2024 by grubdunkman
When you start building your home gym, organization of the space is one of the important directions to pay attention to. When you have a few sets of dumbbells in your gym arsenal it is a good idea to keep them organized on the rack. This adds to the safety of your space and helps to manage the space more efficiently. Let’s get started and study what kind of racks are available on the market. We will explore how to choose a dumbbell rack according to your needs.
As it is often the case with gym equipment, different levels of equipment exist that differ by design, functionality, intended use and price. We will go from more basic and affordable options up to professional dumbbell racks that will be a right choice for commercial gyms or top level home gyms.
Vertical Dumbbell Rack
It is a great solution to organize your dumbbells if you intend to use a set of hex dumbbells from 5 to 25 lbs, or from 5 to 30 lbs. These sets are suitable for a large selection of exercises and is the choice of many fitness enthusiasts. The vertical dumbbell rack available at our store fits 6 pairs of dumbbells. You have to pay attention that this kind of stand does not really work for heavy dumbbells, any dumbbells heavier than 40 lbs will not fit in it by the size of dumbbell heads.
York Mini Dumbbell Rack
Another great solution to store lighter dumbbells sets. This rack hold a set of 5 pairs from 5 to 25 lbs. I like it more than the previous rack for a number of reasons. First it gives better accessibility to the dumbbells when you need to switch the weights fast in between sets. As for me it is easier to take and put dumbbells on the shelves than with the slots of A-Frame rack.
Another reason is this rack resembles big dumbbell racks. The last but not least it is currently at promotional price at our store, which makes it not much more expensive than the previous option.
3-tier Dumbbell Storage Rack
Next level in dumbbell storage options is the rack with three shelves. This rack is very popular since at can accommodate heavier dumbbells and more sets of them, while still staying on the budget. This is an important factor when choosing a dumbbell rack. You can fit a set from 5 to 50 lbs on this rack, total 10 pairs. 3 shelf design lets you store a large selection of dumbbells while taking relatively small footprint.
Commercial 3-Tier Dumbbell Rack
Now we are out of the budget segment, because we are going to take a look at the most heavy duty dumbbell storage units. Commercial gym environment requires heavy built storage solutions suitable for 24/7 heavy duty use. These storage racks are built with much heavier framing. The first rack we are looking at is also wider than the previous one and can hold about 15-20 pairs of dumbbell, depending on their weight.
This rack is more than two times heavier than the one discussed earlier. It features heavy duty trays that are required for commercial gym use.
York 3-tier Dumbbell Rack Professional Tray
The best option we have to store hexagonal dumbbells at the commercial gym is York Pro. It features 15.5” deep formed steel trays. They are rubber lined to protect the dumbbells. Trays are ergonomically angled for ease of use, they let you take the dumbbells from the rack comfortably. This dumbbell rack is reinforced with the vertical uprights added to the frame. Its width is about the same as the width of two 3-Tier dumbbell racks we first mentioned, and it can hold about 20-25 pairs of dumbbells, depending on the weights of them. This rack can hold the heaviest dumbbells, such as the ones above 100 lbs. If this is something that you require, pay attention to it when you choose the dumbbell rack.
York ETS Saddle Rack for Pro Style Dumbbells
If you need to store pro style dumbbells with the round heads, instead of the hexagonal you will need a different storage solution. The right way to store them is with the dumbbell rack that has an individual saddle for each dumbbell. 3 tier option of the York Pro Style dumbbells rack holds 18 pairs of dumbbells and is 10 feet wide.
Tips On How To Choose A Dumbbell Rack
When choosing the dumbbell rack for your home or commercial gym it is important to pay attention to several things. take a look at the quality of construction, which needs to be solid and sturdy to last long. It is essential to check the quality of components and welding. Reinforcement plates and uprights help the dumbbell storage units to withstand heavy duty use under heavy loads. Reputable suppliers that offer warranty on their products usually will have these factors taken care of.
When you decide on which dumbbell rack will be the best for your needs think about how many sets of dumbbells you will be using, this can guide you to the particular style of the rack.
