{"product_id":"kraken-4-post-hydra-manticore","title":"Bells Of Steel Kraken Rack Attachment for 4 Post Hydra \u0026 Manticore Racks (Single Side) - 4P-84H-STK-KRAKEN-HDR-SET","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBells Of Steel Kraken Rack Attachment for 4 Post Hydra \u0026amp; Manticore Racks (Single Side) - 4P-84H-STK-KRAKEN-HDR-SET\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kraken is a compact rack-mounted cable system, turning your 3” x 3” 4-post power rack with ⅝” or 1” holes into a dual-handle cable tower with 5lbs to 210+lbs of resistance! All of this while maintaining the use of your barbell and\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the knurled handle, nylon rollers and chrome-coated pop pins, the trolleys are adjustable with a single hand. By using your uprights’ holes for height selections, you can fine-tune the feel of nearly all your cable exercises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kraken saves the clangin’ \u0026amp; bangin’ for your barbell lifts; its aluminum pulleys and dual guide rods deliver the kind of velvety smoothness you'd expect at a commercial gym — but without the crowds, the dude grunting in the corner, and that fit-fluencer hogging the for “just one more angle.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dual aluminum handles have 6002 bearings, rotating as smoothly as a , and allow bilateral exercises from a single upright. A single cable features a 2:1 pull ratio (10lbs feels like 5lbs), tackling everything from rehab work to isolations. Plus, the cable travel offers uninterrupted focus during sport-specific drills or while getting that joooooicy bicep pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen connected with the cable adapter, the Kraken converts into a glorious 1:1 pull ratio — perfect for heavy lat pulldowns \u0026amp; low rows — with no need to buy a separate weight pack expansion down the road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafety is no afterthought either — the Weight Stack version features an optional that does double duty: protecting fingers (big and small) AND acting as a pegboard, keeping your \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cable-machines?sort_by=manual\u0026amp;filter.p.m.filter.product_type=Cable+Attachment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003es\u003c\/a\u003e neatly stowed using their included hooks. This means more family time while keeping your little ones safe… because a home gym shouldn't need a “Caution: Dangerous Sh*t EVERYWHERE” sign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:47c56ad7-dcce-4c68-b2aa-10adbfdceb32-11\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:47c56ad7-dcce-4c68-b2aa-10adbfdceb32-11\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:47c56ad7-dcce-4c68-b2aa-10adbfdceb32-11\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-24\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"75379f31-8257-4f14-a152-6b14d74ad59f\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"1221\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17esuiv\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"201\"\u003eThe Kraken Rack Attachment for 4-post Hydra and Manticore racks is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"198\"\u003espace-efficient upgrade that turns a standard power rack into a full functional training station\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hdmhjv\" data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"372\"\u003eDesigned for single-side integration, it enables \u003cstrong data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"337\"\u003elat pulldowns, seated rows, curls, triceps extensions, and unilateral cable work\u003c\/strong\u003e for balanced muscle development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bv4g0y\" data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"540\"\u003eBuilt for smooth pulley operation and consistent resistance, it supports both \u003cstrong data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"505\"\u003ehypertrophy training and accessory strength work\u003c\/strong\u003e alongside heavy barbell lifting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b3inmd\" data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"668\"\u003eIdeal for home gym owners who want to expand training variety without committing floor space to a standalone cable machine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yrxy39\" data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"800\"\u003eIntegrates directly into the rack structure, maintaining a \u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"797\"\u003eclean setup while significantly increasing exercise versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"111q2w9\" data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"929\"\u003eParticularly effective for lifters focusing on \u003cstrong data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"926\"\u003eback development, arm isolation, and rehab-friendly controlled movements\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xr1lak\" data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003eWorks best as a complement to heavy compound lifts, helping users improve \u003cstrong data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003emuscle balance, joint health, and training volume efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g8bwyp\" data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1221\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eCompared to traditional functional trainers, it offers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003esimilar cable-based functionality with superior space efficiency and rack integration\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e                   \u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A  \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"261\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"92\"\u003eQ: What is the Bells Of Steel Kraken Rack Attachment for 4-Post Hydra \u0026amp; Manticore Racks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"95\"\u003eA: It is a plate-loaded cable attachment that converts compatible 4-post power racks into a functional trainer for lat pulldowns, rows, and accessory cable exercises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"419\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"304\"\u003eQ: Which racks is it compatible with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"307\"\u003eA: It is designed for the Bells Of Steel Hydra Rack and Bells Of Steel Manticore Rack in a 4-post configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"585\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"474\"\u003eQ: What does the Kraken attachment add to a rack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"477\"\u003eA: It adds a cable pulley system for upper and lower body training without needing a separate cable machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"761\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"628\"\u003eQ: What exercises can you do with it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"631\"\u003eA: Lat pulldowns, seated rows, straight-arm pulldowns, face pulls, triceps pushdowns, cable curls, and unilateral cable movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"930\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eQ: What does “single side” mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"802\"\u003eA: It means the cable system is installed on one side of the rack, allowing a compact upgrade or future expansion to both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"967\"\u003eQ: How does it load resistance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"970\"\u003eA: It is plate-loaded, so resistance is adjusted using standard Olympic weight plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eQ: Who is this attachment best for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eA: It is ideal for home gym owners who want to add cable training versatility while keeping a space-efficient rack setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e                 \u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips      \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" 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