The landmine attachment might be the best power rack attachment for most home gyms. It’s one of the least expensive and most powerful ways to get more training options from the equipment you already own.
- The upgraded design allows for smooth, fluid rotational movements
- Easy to adjust and remove
- Fits with any standard Olympic bar to greatly enhance the rotational exercises you can perform
- Boasts Rogue’s trademark high-quality construction and durability
- Paint is prone to chipping
If you have or are thinking about getting one of Rogue Fitness’s Monster racks or squat stands then the Monster Landmine 2.0 is an add-on you should definitely consider.
Keep reading to see if you agree.
What is the Rogue Monster Landmine 2.0?
First things first, a landmine exercise is lifting jargon for exercises performed with a barbell that has one end anchored on the ground, and the opposite end, with a weight, is held by the lifter.
A landmine machine (normally just referred to as a landmine) is a metal tube, that a barbell slides into. The landmine can pivot in any direction allowing the user to perform various exercises in multiple planes.
Rogue Fitness provides a line of landmines that are compatible with their power racks and squat stands.
For more Rogue accessories, check out our guide to the best power rack attachments and accessories.
The Rogue Monster Landmine 2.0 is designed to be used with their 3×3″ Monster series racks. If you have one of their 2×3” Infinity or Monster Lite rack/rig/stands, then go for their Standard Rogue Landmine.
And for those without a rack or squat stand, they offer the Post Landmine which can be set up using just a pair of bumpers or steel plates.
Rogue Monster Landmine 2.0 Features
Quick-Attach Knob
The Monster Landmine comes standard with Rogue’s Monster Knurled Knobs. This knob includes an acetal insert to protect the finish of your upright.
Also, its quick-attach design allows the user to easily remove or adjust the location of the Landmine. This makes it ideal for racks utilized by multiple athletes.
Rogue Machined Parts
Rogue has added new design elements for the made in the USA, Monster Landmine 2.0.
Firstly, the Landmine 2.0 has a machined aluminum joint (with a black Cerakote finish) and a 1” solid steel mounting axle. The aluminum block is held in place via a machined shaft collar and a knurled spacer. This, along with, the bronze bushings at both the axle-to-joint connection and sleeve-tube-to-joint connection creates a smoother, quieter, more fluid movement of the unit.
The knob, spacer, shaft collar and axle are all finished in Black Zinc, while the 2” diameter sleeve tube has an MG Black powder coat finish.
How to Use a Rogue Monster Landmine 2.0
The Landmine 2.0 mounts easily to a 3×3” upright using their quick and secure Monster Knurled Knob.
Once set up, the user then inserts a standard Olympic bar into the landmine’s 10″ long DOM steel pivot sleeve. This creates a stable, upright barbell station for a wide range of rotational training exercises.
The Monster Landmine 2.0 can now be used for landmine rows, landmine presses, standing barbell Russian twists, bent over rows, push presses, push jerks, cleans, and deadlifts.
Is the Monster Landmine 2.0 Right FOr you?
Pros
- The upgraded design allows for smooth, fluid rotational movements
- Easy to adjust and remove thanks to its knurled knob
- Fits with any standard Olympic bar to greatly enhance the rotational exercises you can perform
- Boasts Rogue’s trademark high-quality construction and durability
Cons
- Some users have noted that the paint is prone to chipping.
Rogue Monster Landmine 2.0 Add-Ons
Add-ons include a range of handle accessories including the following:
Rogue Standard Landmines Handles
These combine with any Rogue Landmine and a Olympic bar to enhance rotational training, such as drills, rows, presses, and pulls. up a few notches. Comes in either Straight or Angled handle-types.
Single Landmine Handle
The Rogue Single Landmine Handle is designed to enhance unilateral rotational training drills. It maximizes the user’s range of motion when performing one-arm rows, lateral raises, Meadows rows, Kroc rows, and other core exercises. Again, the handle’s sleeve opening will fit nearly all standard Olympic barbells.
Rogue Parallel Landmine Handles
Rogue’s Parallel Landmine Handles come in a choice of diameters – 1.9″ fat grip or the 1.3″ standard grip.
Similar to the models above, this attachment slides securely over the end of any Olympic barbell. However, the difference is in the design. The Parallel Handles feature more of a triangular, row-handle-inspired shape.
Rogue Monster Landmine 2.0 Specifications
- Made in the USA
- Mounts to 3×3” uprights of Rogue Monster Series rack/rigs/stands
- Compatible with standard Olympic bars for upright barbell training
- Sleeve Tube: DOM steel tubing, 2” diameter, 10” length
- Monster Knurled Knob for quick-attach set-up and adjustments
- Machined Aluminum Joint + Axle + Bronze Bushings for smooth, quiet operation
- Total Weight: Weight: 11.56LB
What Others Are Saying
As of writing, this product has a ranking of 4.9/5 based on 49 reviews. Pretty impressive.
The user reviewers have complimented the Landmine 2.0’s design, engineering & construction, and positive overall value.
If you have the Landmine 2.0 please leave a review down below.
Final Thoughts
With the Monster Landmine 2.0 Rogue have addressed some of the criticisms of previous models.
The quick attach knob, bronze bushings and machined aluminum joint allow for smooth and fluid rotational movements.
If you own a Rogue Monster rack or squat stand , then the Monster Landmine 2.0 is a no-brainer accessory.
