Vulcan Kraaken-Hyper Lite Reviews

4.4 Rating 5 Reviews

Vulcan Kraaken-Hyper: GHD- Hyper Combination Machine Lite The Vulcan Kraaken-Hyper Machine (Patent Pending) is the ultimate solution to posterior-chain strengthening. It combines a classic GHD machine with a pendulum arm for reverse hyper exercises. Adjustability is what elevates the Vulcan Kraaken above the other two-in-one machines you'll find on the market. This machine is designed for maximum functionality and safety for the user. Having the ability to adjust the hip pads, ankle pads, and lever arm allow athletes of every stature to perform a variety of exercises safely and properly. For these reasons, the Vulcan Kraaken is an ideal fit for varsity weight rooms, sports performance facilities, commercial gyms, and military/civil service fitness centers. Unlike other GHD/Reverse-Hyperextension combination machines, the Vulcan Kraaken-Hyper has adjustable hip pads. Six different hip angle options allow the exerciser to experience full muscle engagement when executing Glute-Hamstring Raises and performing hip extensions with the pendulum. Performing these same types of exercises on machines with fixed hip pads greatly reduces the strengthening benefit of the movements. The eight adjustment points on the lever arm allow you to position the footplate as close as 22" from the hip pads to 34.5" from the hip pads. This great range accommodates exceptionally tall athletes as well as athletes of smaller stature, emphasizing proper body positioning on the machine. The pull-pin mechanism makes for quick and easy changes to keep the workout flowing smoothly. GHD machines with fixed ankle pads may be riskier and less effective for smaller athletes to use because they are unable to secure their ankles in to place while performing posterior chain exercises. The Vulcan Kraaken-Hyper offers the solution with full adjustability for the ankle pads. Specifications:Kraaken Frame: 3" x 3" 11-Gauge Steel Length: 77"; Width: 50"; Height: 61.5" ; Hip Pad Height: 52.5" when set at 180; Weight Plate Storage Peg: 8" L x 2" D; Platform: No Diamond Steel Plate Length: 46"; Width: 30"; Hip Pads: Black Textured Vinyl Pads to prevent slipping Length: 20"; Width: 14.5"; Gap: 4"; Adjustable Hip Pad Angles: 0 / 4 / 8 / 12 / 16 / 20 ; ; Pendulum: 3" x 3" 11-Gauge Steel Length: 30"; Loadable Weight Plate Length: 8" x 2"; Heavy-duty Nylon Sling Included; Foot Plate: 5mm Diamond Plate Steel Length: 27.5"; Width: 18"; Distance Range Between Foot Plate and Hip Pad: 22" to 34.5" ; Urethane Ankle Pads for increased durability Ankle Pad: 8" L x 4" D; ; Handle Length: 7.5"; Shipping Weight: 470 lbs; Finish: Finish: Black Textured Powder Coat or Heavy Steel Metallic Gloss; Contact us for more details; Does Not Ship Free. Warranty: Frame: Lifetime; Moving Parts: 6 months; Upholstery: 1 month; *Weight Plates sold separately

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Vulcan Strength Training Systems is US veteran owned company and primary supplier and innovator of high quality strength training equipment. Vulcan Strength Bumper Plates, Olympic Barbells, Kettlebells, Squat Stands, Rigs and Racks are used in Crossfit and Olympic weightlifting gyms all over the world.

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“I finally pulled the trigger on Kraaken-Hyper after much debate and comparrison. I was down to this or the BOS Unit and I am so glad that I went with the Vulcan. You can watch reviews and look at pictures but, they cannot do it justice. This is without a doubt the best RH / GHD combo machine that you can buy. I have a small home gym and it fit nicely in an unused corner. I have both Rep and Rogue equipment and the build quality of this Vulcan unit is as good if not better. It is a solid piece of equipment that will last a lifetime. Lastly, Vulcan Customer Service was awsome and probably the best that I have ever dealt with. I had to call a couple of times, once regarding a shipping question and another during the assembly because I could'nt figure something out. Both times, the phone was answered by a real person who actually cared and provided exactly what I needed. I really appreciate that, thanks Vulcan.”

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Posted 10 months ago

“Overbuilt but definitely worth the money. I imagine this thing will hold up through nuclear Armageddon. Only drawback is the lack of instructions for assembly. There’s a blue print included and some online stuff but both are tough to navigate. But it’s done and I love this piece of equipment.”

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Posted 3 years ago

“The beast has risen! This is by far the most impressive piece of equipment I have come across. Assembly was a nightmare but I’ve heard the rogue is similar. This thing looks way more impressive though and I expect my grandkids to be training on this. Solid as a bomb shelter. I can’t wait to see what kind of athletic gains the kids get by developing a bulletproof posterior chain.”

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Posted 4 years ago

“I’m torn in my star rating. The KRAAKEN itself is fantastic, it’s sold, slightly overbuilt, but it’s a perfect piece of equipment. A few pieces were scratched during shipping, but I’m not concerned about minimal cosmetic damage, so no big deal. My frustration and lower rating comes from the terrible assembly instructions and absolutely no labeling on the bolts for assembly; the bolts aren’t even grouped together properly. The instructions are on one page only, for a 4-5 hour build. The bolts are packaged mismatched and come with no sizing or labeling, I had to measure every single bolt, and several were not cut accurately, off by 2-3 mm, which matters when you have to determine between 115mm or 120mm. The instructions are so tiny, with no clear assembly order, with large pieces that have to be flush in order to fit properly, makes for a very tedious build. I’ve built my entire gym by myself, I’m extremely handy, and for the cost, Vulcan can certainly do better, this is just unacceptable.”

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Posted 5 years ago

Thank you for your comments, Leticia. We are sorry you experienced some difficulty with the installation. The Kraaken is a monstrous piece of equipment that we spent a lot of time designing. We would definitely give the difficulty of the assembly a high rating! We will try to simplify the assembly in the future. The build should take around 3-4 hours so it seems like you were able to get through it proficiently. We hope this experience won't detract from the actual use and enjoyment of the KRAAKEN-HYPER.

Posted 5 years ago

“Truly awesome and versatile piece. Built like a tank and doesn't budge. Pads are high quality and will accommodate anyone!”

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Posted 5 years ago

Thank you!

Posted 5 years ago