The Ultimate Roller J-Cup Comparison - Which Is Right For You?
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- Опубликовано: 28 июл 2024
- We've got the best and most popular roller j-cups here for the ultimate roller j-cup comparison. Let's find out which ones comes out on top.
👉 Titan Fitness Roller J-Hooks gluck.fit/TitanAllRollerCups
⚡Rogue Fitness Ghost Strong Rollers gluck.fit/RogueGhost1
💪 Irwin Fitness Rollers gluck.fit/IrwinFitness
🔥 Bridge Built Code Gluck SAVES 5% gluck.fit/BBComboRollers
❤️ UHMW Tape gluck.fit/UHMWTape
❗ UHMW Sheets gluck.fit/UHMWSheet
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0:00 The Best Roller J-Cups
1:25 Why Use Roller Cups?
2:39 Importance of J-Cup Fit on a Power Rack
3:45 Titan Fitness Roller J-Hooks
5:36 Rogue Ghost Strong Roller Cups
8:14 Irwin Fitness Roller J-Cups
9:56 Bridge Build Combo J-Cups 
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Are roller cups worth it and which is your favorite?
worth it, no, but fun to have? HECK YES
Absolutely worth it for me. I’m terrible at keeping a bar centered during the re-rack. I’ve used Irwin and Bridge and I give the nod to Irwin. They’re tight as is and having the option to put a pin that matches your upright hole size makes them the most secure rollers out there. I currently have my bridge rollers set up rather permanently for bench and they do work well there. I wish they had used sunken in bolts/washers but that would only be an issue for me on squats.
I'm not to the point that I need them yet, but since when has that ever stopped us upgrading our gyms?
It would be great if you could get a set of Mutant Metals Snap-Back Rollers. They're far from cheap, but they're a mono-lift and J-cup in one.
@@thisismenchi never stopped me 😂, don't tell my wife
Nope
Your innuendo game is making a fiery comeback, “welcome to the channel, I’m an idiot.” 😂 great review, now I want rollers.
Thanks for explaining what roller j-cups are and why you might want them. I , as a relative newb, enjoy learning these things.
I try to find a good mix of introduction and in depth. Thank you for letting me know I'm not far off!
If you can't figure out why you might want them without someone telling you then you probably don't need them
Gluck, the thought and detail you put into these reviews is definitely noteworthy. I applaud you for using your capacity to analyze and explain what people are interested in but can’t always find good info on. Thanks!
Wow thank you. That's a really nice compliment!
My set of custom J-cups from Irwin just arrived today, and to say I’m impressed with the build quality and perfect fit on my Rep Fitness PR-5000 rack is a huge understatement! It’s a work of art that I’ll be highlighting in future content, and I’m really glad I took your suggestion to buy them. It wasn’t cheap, but it’s WELL worth the money for what I got. 💪
Glad to hear this! I just ordered a pair of the Irwin roller jcups and I let Irwin know that I’m specifically going to be using it on a REP PR-5000 V2 rack, so I’m hoping for a nice fit.
One question - are you able to use the optional additional bottom insert pins on the REP rack, or does the pin not go through due to the slightly off spacing between the holes?
Thank you!
@@ronniefarhat95 What color or finish did you order yours in? I opted to get mine in an unfinished swirl-like pattern with a clear coat over it. Looks incredible!
As for the additional pin hole on the bottom, it doesn’t work with the REP PR-5000 rack because of the slight offset spacing between holes, but I honestly don’t need to use it as it fits so snugly in once you set it in place. It’s actually the best fitting J-cup I’ve ever used and doesn’t budge an inch unless you really apply a good amount of pressure to it.
Enjoy them, they’re definitely a great investment that you’re going to be glad you bought!
@@FitLabb that’s what I figured about the pin, but I thought I’d ask just to make sure.
As for finish, I went with the standard textured black, as that’s what I’ve gone with for all my other attachments (my rack itself is matte black). Literally my gym is all matte black and stainless steel (all my barbels, as well as my Mutant Metals UDA). Only exception are my benches, which I bought in blue before I had the rest of my equipment.
I’m really looking forward to the rollers! I currently have 2 pairs of rep round sandwich 2.0 jcups, and while they’re nice and I like the position of the bar, I noticed right away that it’s super hard to center my Rogue Ohio Power Bar due to the fairly aggressive knurling. After doing some research, it seems like getting the Irwin’s was the right move, so I went for it!
@@FitLabb btw, the finish you chose sounds AMAZING 👍 REP’s clear coat looks spectacular, so I would imagine they’re the perfect combo!
@@ronniefarhat95 Thank you! I actually bought the blue rack from REP which looks incredible, and it makes the unfinished Irwin J-Cups pop that much more.
I’m actually planning on featuring the rack and new Irwin J-Cups in at least a couple videos I’m just beginning to work on for my channel in the near future, in case you’re interested to see what they look like. One of the reasons I actually bought the J-cups in this finish was specifically for filming purposes to be used for some killer b-roll in future content, and they came out better than I expected. Definitely well worth the wait and price!
I just bought a “vintage” pair of XII:XI roller jcups off the used market. Man, they’re tight on the rack! Which is good. They’re my first rollers so I’m not that experienced, but I’m happy so far.
One important use-case for narrower racks is that it makes unloading much safer, as centered bars on a narrow rack will still be tippy as you unload one side of the bar. With rolling j-cups you can slide the loaded side all the way in and it will give you more leverage.
“Welcome to the channel, I’m an idiot!’ Love it, thanks for vids, very good content and entertaining.
Love me some rollers. Flats are the way to go IMO
Agreed. I'm not a big return roller fan.
Ty for the content Gluck!
😊 thanks for the comment
I think it’s worth mentioning that Aperture Engineering makes a 3D printed cover for the Titan roller j-cups. It helps protect the bar and j-cup but unfortunately also makes the already high clearance even bigger. Great video as always
👍Kudos to Aperture Engineering! They make all kinds of useful 3D printed accessories and the owner is great to work with.
I have the Irwin’s and they are great!! Nice job on this review… going full time seems to be working well for you man!!
I've been waiting for a Bridge Built review. Thanks!
😊
Another entertaining and informative review. Gluck is the new industry standard for gym equipment reviews.
I'm trying and I think I'm seeing some forced changes from others 😊
Very comprehensive review. It’s great to see more folks giving rollers a look.
Thank you.
Aaaand Just like that, my home gym budget increased by $260😆. Great video as always Gluck 👌. Your ability to go into the minutiae of equipment without being boring is legitimately impressive.
Haahah. That's the best compliment I've gotten on here.
Great video. Thanks so much for the in-depth information. Going to grab a pair of one of these soon. Thanks again! V/R Shane
Thank you! Let me know which one you go with
I swear I remember a video from like a year ago that said "watch out for my roller j-cup review coming soon". I searched but couldn't find it. Glad to finally confirm it's Glucks fault and not mine.
Hahahah yeah that's definitely one of my best qualities. Promises that take wayyyy too long to deliver on.
@@GlucksGym set the bar low and you can only over achieve. Key to a successful marriage and RUclips channel. Thanks for getting to it eventually lol
Awfully good timing for this video! Love your stuff man!
I’m a few weeks away from buying a full Bridge Built setup….. love what they’re doing.
Looking for j cups to mount inside rack below jammer arms for squats. Would you say the bridge built would allow higher placement? Looks like it's 1 hole length shorter from top edge to bar position than the others.
Hi Question I have the rep CAMBERED SWISS BAR it is two inches thick not the normal size barbell I was concerned about it bouncing off the j-cups with a heavy load At the lip. Out of the Irwin roller J cups and rogue roller J-CUPS Do you feel one is more safer than the other Far as rolling off the front lip thanks
The Bridge Built are definitely the best looking ones! Nice and compact too.
How is the fitment on Rep 5000 racks? I planned on using Irwins on Rep 5000 with Ares.
Excellent video, Gluck! You have quite a collection of roller j cups. I have Titan's, which are ok, but the Bridge Built ones are very intriguing. I really like the stuff they've been putting out. Also, I'm going to pick up some UHMW tape using your link. Who doesn't enjoy a tighter fit? 😉
Hahaha a man after my own heart with that joke
Are there any options for 5/8" peg and 2x2 rack? My gym has one of the 2x2 Rogue racks with the bare metal j-cups.
Great video. Roller j cups are great. I have the titan set for my X3 rack. I use them for bench and overhead press regularly.
😊 Thank you! That's my second pair of Titan's rollers and after I think 2 years now I still think they're solid
If you are squatting over 315 and bench over 225 and already have a home gym I'd say it is definitely worth it.
I'm halfway worn through my current UHMW J cups and will get rollers when I cheese grater the remainder of it.
I am looking to buy my first rack. Is there ones you recommend that come with quality J hooks?
When are we gonna see the review on that rep utility seat?
Thanks for this. Been using the Titan ones and thought I was the only one that battled with the edge being so high. I decided to go for the Irwin fitness ones.
That's a hell of an upgrade!
Thanks to your Black Friday ad and link, I was able to pick up Rogue’s MG-4CN bar at HUGE discount. 👍 Do the ghost J-cups with the blocker keep that bar from spinning around and almost decapitating you? Great info btw.
Those blocks are for cambered bars which is confusing because it's the MG-4CN is a cambered bench bar but they mean a Buffalo/Duffalo bar.
@@GlucksGym 🤦🏻♂️ good to know. Thanks!🙏
Love the video. The fact that all of the brands don’t use full protection for a premium product is just odd to me. I think I’m going to pick up the Bridge ones
I have the Ghost Strong ones, they work perfectly on my Rep rack after I shimmed them up.
How do you think the mutant metal rollers factor in here?
Spot on. Reviewing them all side by side is priceless (well not for you...). So thanks!
Hahaha definitely not for me but hopefully it makes for a good video
Can we please get a review of the BOS hero bench with leg curl/ext attachment?
Probably not but I'm working on the Buzzsaw with the leg curl leg ext and they're the same exact attachments
Aperture engineering offers a cover for titan jcups they also have other protection applications for different applications
Yes but then the lip is even higher 😭
@@GlucksGym do you have something against big meaty lips?
I'm not sure how to answer that 😂
Your ability to read some of the innuendos you have with our even a smirk is quite impressive!
I often times decide which to smirk at and which ones to leave alone 😏
Say I wanted replacement rollers for my xii:xi roller cups, how do the others compare in size?
None are the right length
I have a pair of Ghost JCups from Ghost Strong before the Rogue purchase and just got a set of Rogue Ghost 2.0 JCups. Both are beautiful - originals are custom painted and 2.0s are the basic black (which matches the black Rep rack options almost perfectly). I have 2 sets because I keep a pair of Duffalo blocks in the originals. The biggest improvement of the 2.0 is the inclusion of the uhm on the front of the JCups. Only complaint that applies to both is the loose fit on the Rep PR-4000 uprights. I need to add some tape to tighten them up. But overall love them. Ghost has the best logo.
Those Irwin’s are a thing of beauty. The Titans work well, but geez does this comparison highlight their atrocious appearance. Great video y’all!
Hahahah. That wasn't the intent but I did laugh out loud at that
I love my Irwin Fitness flat composite rollers. If I ever get a Buffalo barbell, I will get Ghost rollers and keep buffalo blocks in it.
"Welcome to the channel! Im an idiot." Me too Gluck.... Me too...
I have BoS roller Jcup, but it doesn't have UHMW on the back so it's pretty scratched up. Now I want to buy a pair with more UHMW and a return. Dang it.
Sorry 😂 I saw a few prototypes of them but sorry Bells I just didn't trust the design. Last I looked the first review on their site was from a weld breaking 😬
@@GlucksGym well that's good to know.
@@GlucksGym yikes! Cups are important to keep me alive longer so I can buy more gym stuff.
If this ain’t a addiction i don’t know what is
Anyone know of any good rollers that fit weirdo 2X3 racks?
Irwins with the adapter (check my link to their site) and Titan's T3
Got my Rogue 490c 3.0 Charcoal rack over the week and it came with the 5/8 Ghost Rollers by default. They are tight on the rack to the point where I have to bump them into position with my palm. Was frustrated at first until I ran into reviews and your video in particular about how they were loose fitting.
Seems they definitely over corrected. I'm sure overtime they will give more, but taking them off right now is definitely a bit of a pain, to the point where I am about to order another set just for the outside of the rack.
I bought the bells light commercial power rack that came with a set of roller cups and downside was they had bare metal on the edge, but bought some felt pads and use them for cushioning and could not be happier, are they necessary? No, but they are awesome for adjusting the bar when benching in particular.
Boom goes the dynamite
good one! love the intended and unintended puns still too. "big shafts in and over big fat front lips" selling my Irwins soon since i'm going to 1" and a new ecosystem...and going to miss em. Wow those BBs are cool
😏 maybe they're all intended
Great stuff! Those Irwin’s are nice, just massive! If I caught my GF using these alone in my gym, I’d feel inadequate as a man. 😊
Hahahha. Thanks
Irwin 🥺
Crazy day at work totally missed first comment
😢 I'm hurt but also hope things are OK
What do you do with excess gym equipment?
Excess? What's that?
I've actually been debating a video about the reality of reviewing which would talk about that and other issues some.
I keep a lot of it, sell very little, and I have a few friends that "store" things for me. The deal is it's still mine and if I need it back for another video then I have to be able to get it but otherwise it's theirs and free.
@@GlucksGym Nice! Can I volunteer to 'store' them for you? Haha. You should do giveaways to drive more traffic to your channel. Most of the stuff you review is nice but on the pricey side and I think most home gym owners are budget conscious like myself haha.
@@HughLeFitness I try to cover various budget ranges but it sometimes depends what I can get my hands on. I gave away over a thousand dollars of stuff last xmas season but I'm not sure that's a great plan longterm. This channel is very expensive to keep going.
I’ve seen other reviewers- different products (headphones, DACs, Amps) do monthly or quarterly auctions for specific things that they were not keeping. Auctions for subscribers and Patreons. Those have proven successful for that content creator. Of course the buyers need to cover shipping, but they can potentially get good grabs on good equipment. Just a thought for you.
@@GlucksGym I’d watch that 👍
I got a pair of the ghost rollers during their black friday sales and they're super tight on my SML-1, enough that I hurt my hand every time I hit them to take them off. I also really like my XII:XI sandwich jcups that I got on sale due to them going under ☹
I got a pair of the Ghost rollers (before they were bought out by Rogue). Holy Hell they insanely tight on my SML-2. I ended up having to shave down some of the UHMW because I didn’t want to buy a second pair 😅 Nice to see that Rogue got the cost down (can’t believe I just typed that)
I contacted ghost strong for the same reason and they sent me a thinner set of plastic. fits flush now.
Do the ghost rollers fit on the titan roller j cups? Asking for a friend 👀
Bought a pair of Titan roller cups and one of the locking pins didn't work right. Contacted customer service and they sent an entire replacement pair. The locking pins don't really do all that much anyways, so now I've got rollers set at bench and squat heights that I don't have to move.
I have a pair from Ghost and a pair from Irwin. IMO the Irwin is much better - much smoother rollers, and smaller upcharge for customizing the color.
He keeps Rollin Rollin Rollin
So would I have to shim all these to get them to work on a imperial 3x3 pr5000 rack?
They'd fit they'll just be a little loose. Wynie runs the Ghosts on a PR 5000
Need.
BOUGIEEEEE
I would like to see Gluck do a review on Temu fitness items.
I'm not familiar with that, what is it?
Such a shame xii:xi is out of business. I bought a set and they are TOP NOTCH!
Yeah I had a lot of their stuff and really liked the company 😕
I like to roll
Great video as I don't believe any other reviewer has done a review on all of these together. One thing though ...doesn't make sense to me to critique the vertical length of a j-cup because of 2 different height users .... if you guys are both using the same J-cup at the same position and one is tall and the other is short, then certainly one of you is squatting from a very incorrect height anyways and the point is a nonstarter to me.
That is the reality of working out with others and even if you were alone the back length can still be an issue. My friend is 5'9" and I'm 6'. It's enough of an issue that the back is a problem when we workout together. What if you're the same height and one high bar and low bars squats? Even similar height people when benching can have different length arms. It's a legitimate criticism imo.
@@GlucksGym maybe im just coming from my own powerlifting bias. Powerlifters (typically) will avoid sacrificing bad starting position. All of your examples involve two people lifting in the same rack ... so i guess if that's the reality then it IS an issue; if it were me I'd tell them to go use a diff rack or lift later cause I'm not about to do an extra half-rep as my unrack because the cups are too low lol.
@@starcraftdad that makes sense. If I going for a PR or very heavy lifts we'd do it differently but on a daily basis we make it work. It's also why Wynie has her own rack now 😂
Lol. Did Wynnie write the big beefy bit#he$ joke? Love it!
She didn't but she let me keep it 😂
Good for you man. Strong marriage you got there😂
She's 100% the reason this channel is still going
+1 for algorithm
😊 every little bit helps!
Me: "I don't need more jcups"
*Clear coat jcups exist...*
Hahhaha he just DMd me saying I'd better not have gotten now people to order clear coat
ghost is the cleanest imo.
Big Beefy Bitches!! 😂😂😂 But I have been wanting some of these so thanks for the review of them all.
If you only could choose one, which would you go for?
Irwin Fitness would be my choice. If Bridge were taller and the hardware recessed I'd go with that but until that day, Irwin all day.
@@GlucksGym awesome. I’m thinking about getting them but not sure which to get. I’m leaning towards flat (vs centered). Which would you recommend?
I prefer flat. It allows me to roll the bar forward for bench but I can still position the bar toward the back for squat.
@@GlucksGym ty!! Helpful as always. Keep the content coming! Have a nice weekend w the fam!
You missed the "best" ones...Mutant Metals Snap-Back Rollers are pricey but they are built like tanks and are worth the investment.
Not entirely. I decided to keep monos out because I think they'd be better served in their own video rather than trying to cram too much in one
@@GlucksGym well then you better get busy and get that review out 😁
I'm gonna need awhile to financially recover from this one 😂😭
Having watched most your videos for the pure curiosity of your take on items, this is the first in a while that will help me make a decision. I've been pondering on rollers for a while and I have confirmed now that I am not getting the fugly ass titan ones as I originally thought. Likely will be ghost...maybe Irwin if I'm feeling extra spicy.
@@Alex_Piazza the Titans aren't terrible, I got a set when they first came out for like $75 and they work fine for what they are. But I did upgrade to a set of the mutant metals and while they are better, they are pricey. Don't discount the Titans if you have a small budget.
Anyone know the reason Rep has never put out a Roller J-Cup?
They are a luxury addition. Not to say that's bad but you absolutely do not need them. Step 2.5 inches to the left and you're centered etc. Nice but no one needs to feel like they need these. If you are an experienced heavy lifter, you are usually putting the bar back pretty much centered anyways. If you want them, or someone gives them to you for a XMas present, no problem, but don't ever feel you NEED them.
Doing God's work
Mutant Metals Rollers >>>>>>>>>>>>>>
I excluded those because I thought it may make sense to do monos in their own video rather than making this cluttered
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Thick & Beffy, enjoy those fruits : )))))))))))))))
Can't stand the phrase bougie! Was coined by someone too poorly versed in linguistics to say the actual word, French derived, which is "bourgeois" which means highly refined or upper class.
J cups with rollers are a stupid idea and a waste of money
You must be fun at parties
Shirtless profile pics are a stupid idea and a waste of money
5:12 I hate trying to get my shaft over those big front lips 😂😂😂
Wynie said I might've pushed my luck with that one 😂
My J cups are so shitty compared to all of these that I feel inferior. Haha
In all fairness these are some of the nicest on the market
Roller j cups are a waste. Everything is a waste. Get a rack with tbar attachment, good bar, lat pulldown, dumbbells, maybe leg extension leg curl combo to help leg day. Thats all youll ever need or should need unless your a pretentious time wasting weightlifter. You dont need rogue man panties or roller j cups i promise you
Less clutter in the gym will make you most happy.