Advantages: Good bench for beginners, Sturdy, Stood the test of time, Potential for many exercises
Disadvantages: Problems occur with heavy weights (n/a for beginners), Fairly expensive

...for Dumbell fly’s etc – the solid shape of the bench affords a good shape for dumbbell fly’s in particular, however the incline bench feels a little strange compared to those in gyms. Decline Bench for Lower chest exercises – ditto for the bench declined, I personally prefer using a gym for lower chest exercises. Vertical Bench for Shoulder Press etc – my legs felt a bit strange due to the shape of the bench being either side while I did sit down military presses, not so good for the more heavy weights but still alright for beginners. Abdominal Board for Sit-ups and Leg raises – very good for abdominal exercises and “feels” right when they are carried out as it should. Only low weight can be used for leg raises and again dedicated machines work better at the gym. To conclude, this bench is a pretty good one for beginners but should only really... Read review

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Advantages: Comfortable strong and rigid
Disadvantages: Price

...When it comes to weight training and handling free weights, it is always best to do it supervised if you are a novice. It is also best to get some tuition. However, one thing you will soon learn is that there are only so many exercises you can do standing up or sitting down. Soon you will need to perhorm chest presses or shoulder raises in a lying or sitting position. You may even want to start exercising your legs. So what you need is a bench. What better bench that one that has been around for years, is proven,adjustable, sturdy and downright popular. So this is the main reasoning behind my York Weights bench purchase. York make a variety of weights benches from the basic rigid one piece bench, right up to the full adjustable, multi functional benches with weights supplied. My bench is somewhere in the middle and costs £120... Read review

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Advantages: Can support 200kg so good for the big guys.
Disadvantages: Butterfly wings get in the way.

...The York Folding bench is an incline bench which can be easily adjusted to give 4 different angles of back rest, It also has a detachable leg extension attachment which is great for doing leg curls. It has 2 safety hooks for the barbell bench press which is a must if you are working out on your own and don't have a spotter. It has 2 butterfly attachment which just get in the way and nobody ever really uses them. The maximum total weight it supports is 200kg including body weight so it is good for the heavy lifters. My opinion on the bench is: I think it is really good its durable and comfortable, it can be easily folded up to hide away in a corner. I have had a lot of use out of mine and its still going strong. Its very sturdy and is built with thick metal tubing. Its defiantly worth the wile buying it, it costs around 89.99 and here... Read review

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Advantages: good for the beginner
Disadvantages: not very stable once you hit the heavy loads.

...I recently bought a york 6605 bench, and I was not too impressed about how stable it was, so I returned it. The connection between the bit where the barbell sits and the other part where you lie on was not very good. I'm still trying to think how an earth it could cope with the 200kg or whatever the limit is. My friend who help me to assemble the bench, and that took time believe me, even said "Is it safe?, I don't think so." The older bench they used to make, I reckon is much more stable, but this bench can't hold as much as the 6605, it does'nt fold and you can't do the leg curls on it. Once you start hitting the heavy weights I don't recommend this bench, eventhough it has a 200 kg limit on the bench press. But I would recommend it if you are just starting a weight training program, and don't lift heavy weights. Can anyone suggest... Read review

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Advantages: easy to assemble
Disadvantages: the design could be improved

...During my gap year from sixth form to university I got a job as a lifeguard at the local sports centre and as a consequence spent a lot of time in the gym. I puchased a york 6605 weights bench so I could workout at home instead of travelling to and from the gym on my days off. It was reasonably straightforward to assemble and at first I was delighted with it. However, after using it a few times I began to notice the design faults. Firstly, when doing leg curls, especially quadricep raises it was hurting my shins, I don't think it was designed with tall people in mind (im 6ft 1'). Because of this I had to place something on the seat to elevate my vertical position. The second problem was the bench press. This was fine when performing flat or decline bench presses, but when performing incline ones it is very hard to lift the weights off... Read review

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Advantages: Simplistic, easy to store
Disadvantages: -

...If theres one person out there who doesn't think that somebody with a good body figure doesn't look good, I would like to know why. If you want to tone those tummy muscles after too many christmas beer, if you dont have time, the money or basically dont want to make the effort with the gym, the York 250 Sit-up Bench is the solution i will give. My bedroom is not of a great size, although i have space for the bench to be unfolded constantly. The bench is under 150cm long, which shows the space needed is minimal. IF you wouldnt like to see the bench constantly, you can easily fold, and store in your wardrobe, under your bed, or even against a wall. The bench is padded throughout, the main body of the bench is very comfortable with the York fitness printed on top, the foot / ankle support is also well padded and does not hurt or make any... Read review

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Advantages: Useful for the whole family
Disadvantages: restricted maximum user weight

...doubles up as a handle for inclined shoulder presses. The complete gym unfolded measures 920mm heighx2300mm longx500mm wide, The main upright strut at the back is where the incline adjustment is done by simply unscrewing the large holding bolt , sliding the bench frame up to the required setting and screwing the bolt back in. At the top of the main strut is two handles ( for inclined pull-ups) at which the pulleys are hooked onto. To actually use the gym is simplicity it self , you basically lie or sit on the bench (depending on which exercise you are doing) grab the handles and pull , the bench slides up and down the frame , this method of exercise is really good as it causes no impact at all to the joints. With the gym comes an easy to read wall chart showing how to stretch and warm up ( essential before any exercise routine) , then it has... Read review

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Advantages: Solid, Look like they will do the business, Spinlocks keeps weights in place well
Disadvantages: Susceptible to rust after long periods, Not heavy enough for veterans, Calluses on palms

...been using them for a long period of time (for example several years). Despite being put straight into the garage with my other weights and benches, they are coated with an anti-rust agent which has held up well versus the elements over the last 3 years. These dumbells are just as solid as they look and have given me several years of good use for many different exercises. They work well either on their own, or as part of other exercises, for example with a bench to increase the amount of exercises you can do with them. I recommend a York bench to use with these as in my experience they are both compatable and a maximum output can be gained. Tips for use ----------------- Dumbells are safe to use and following these guidelines will give you a good routine: 1. Always warm up before dumbell exercises. Perform 5-10 minutes of light... Read review

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Advantages: Good quality, large portions, not overpriced
Disadvantages: There can be long queues

...Whatever you do, don't arrive at Wagamama at 7.30pm with a group of ten people. You'll wait about an hour to be fed. The no-booking policy at the popular Japanese restaurant chain means that couples are usually seated quickly, but larger groups are difficult to find space for at the long, wooden benches that fill the dining area. As the evening progresses, a queue of people stretches along the stainless steel corridor just inside the exit (they've employed the theme parks' favourite techinique of making people queue inside so the people outside won't realise how long they'll be standing around) and the waiters and waitresses fly about inside taking orders. Once you do have a seat, the service is very fast. You're saved embarrassment because each item on the menu is numbered in case you can't pronounce it and everything... Read review

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