
Description
The rest every set begins on
J-Hooks – known in the scene as J cups – are the point where every lift starts and ends. You rack out, you rack in, a hundred times a day in daily training use. Sitting in the cradle is a plastic rest: your barbell lands on plastic instead of bare steel. The knurling stays intact, and racking the bar sounds a lot less like a workshop.
Height comes from the row of holes in the upright, in a 5 cm pattern – low for squats, higher for bench and overhead press. Slot the hook in, the horizontal pin at the top secures it, carry on. That is something you do between two sets, without hunting for tools first.
How the hook sits on the upright
The back plate rests flat against the post across 220 mm – the load goes into the profile over that whole surface, not through the pin. The horizontal pin at the top holds the hook in the hole and does nothing more than stop it lifting out when you unrack.
They are built for our A-Line: 75 x 75 mm profile, 17 mm holes, 5 cm spacing – Squat Stands, Power Racks and Rigs from the series. They do not go on the Swiss Line upright with its 80 x 80 mm – for that you need the Swiss Line J-Hooks. Black powder-coated steel, and every variant ships as two pieces.
The same A-Line profile also takes the HG J-Hooks – a separate product from the High Grade line, not a third variant on this page.
A-Line – Dein Gym, dein System.
Dieses Produkt ist Teil der A-Line – gebaut, um mit dir zu wachsen. Starte klein, erweitere jederzeit. Ein System, alle Möglichkeiten.
Technical Specifications
| Variants | Standard, Professional |
|---|---|
| Material | Steel, powder-coated |
| Colour | Black |
| Mounting | slot in, no tools |
| Load rating | 700 kg per pair (350 kg per J-hook) |
| Compatibility | A-Line Squat Stands, Power Racks, Rigs |
| Scope of delivery | 1 pair (2 pieces) per variant |
Which rest suits your station?
| Criterion | J-Hooks Standard | HG J-Hooks | Roller J-Hooks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rest | plastic, dropped in | plastic core between two steel plates | cradle with built-in rollers |
| How it sits on the upright | back plate, flat across 220 mm | securing plate, wraps around the post | spring-loaded pin |
| Lining up a loaded bar | lift and set down again | lift and set down again | roll sideways, no lifting |
| Made for | the classic rest on any station | the High Grade line build | stations where the bar often lands off-centre |
For most stations these J-Hooks are the right call: plastic rest, flat back plate, moved without tools. The HG J-Hooks are the High Grade line build. If your loaded bar often ends up off-centre, take the Roller J-Hooks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Professional build in the variant menu?
Will the J-Hooks fit my rack?
How much weight do the J-Hooks take?
How is the hook secured on the upright?
Will the hook scratch my barbell?
Do I get a pair or a single piece?
What is the difference to the Roller J-Hooks?
And what about the HG J-Hooks?
Customer reviews
J-Hooks are the part you touch on every single lift. Most stations in our box run them and they have done their job for years without any drama. What you actually notice day to day is the plastic rest – our bars still look decent after all this time.
Further information
Additional informations
- Brand
- cross equip
- Weight
- 5.0 kg
Shipping & Delivery
Our parcel delivery partners:
Small and lightweight parcels are delivered by Swiss Post. We ship larger and heavier parcels via DPD.
Our shipping partner
For larger shipments that need to be transported by truck on pallets, our shipping partner Christian Rüedi AG ensures on-time and damage-free delivery.
We offer reliable and fast shipping so you receive your order as quickly as possible.
- Delivery times: Our standard delivery times are usually 2–3 business days.
- Shipping costs: Shipping costs vary depending on the order quantity and delivery address. These are clearly and transparently displayed at checkout.
- Tracking: After your order has been shipped, you will receive a tracking number via email, which you can use to check the status of your delivery online at any time. Delivery areas: We deliver exclusively to Switzerland.
- Returns and exchanges: If you are not satisfied with your order, we offer a hassle-free return and exchange policy. Please read our return policy for more information.
- Our customer service team is happy to assist you with any questions or special requests.