The Align Pilates Ladder Barrel RC is a full size ladder barrel built for studio repertoire. RC stands for Rapid Change: two quick release levers let the instructor slide the barrel toward or away from the ladder and lock it again in seconds.
The barrel travels through 12 inches (31 cm) of adjustment, and two removable padded standing boards come in the box, so shorter and taller clients can both be set up correctly.
This revision has a smaller barrel diameter and a revised arc that sits closer to classical proportions, with an extra 5 mm of EVA padding on the barrel and a zip on padded rung cover for the tops of the feet.
What's Included:
Steel base frame with rear wheels and adjustable feet
Maple veneered barrel with upholstered top
Ladder with 4 solid maple rungs
2 quick release Rapid Change levers
2 removable padded standing boards (flat and upright)
Zip on padded rung cover
Assembly hardware and Allen key
Features
Rapid Change barrel Lift both quick release levers, slide the barrel forward or back, then press the levers down to lock it. No tools are needed between clients.
12 inches of adjustment The barrel moves through 31 cm of travel, so the distance to the ladder can be set for each body and exercise.
Classical barrel proportions A smaller diameter barrel and revised arc follow classical dimensions, and an extra 5 mm of EVA padding softens the upholstered top.
Standing boards included Two padded boards, one flat and one upright, slot in or lift out so clients of different heights can reach the barrel comfortably. Taller clients may prefer to work without them.
Maple rungs and padded cover Four solid maple rungs form the ladder, and a zip on padded cover fits any rung to cushion the tops of the feet.
Wheels and levelling feet Rear wheels help move the barrel around the studio, and adjustable feet level the frame so the barrel slides smoothly.
Specifications
Model: Ladder Barrel RC (Rapid Change)
SKU: PAP-LADDERRC
Assembled Size (L x W x H): 49.2" x 35.4" x 41.3" | 125 x 90 x 105 cm
Barrel Adjustment: 12.2" | 31 cm
Product Weight: 110 lb | 50 kg
Max User Weight: 330 lb | 150 kg
Frame: Steel base frame
Barrel: Maple veneered sides, upholstered top with extra 5 mm EVA padding
Standing Boards: 2 removable padded boards included
Mobility: Rear wheels, adjustable feet
Use: Indoor use on a level floor
Shipping Carton: 54.3" x 25.2" x 16.5" | 138 x 64 x 42 cm, 110 lb | 50 kg
Installation
Build the barrel Lay the side panels on a soft surface, bolt them to the barrel top and fit the two barrel connecting poles before fully tightening.
Mount it on the frame Slide the barrel over the base frame, line the side panel holes up with the sliders and bolt through from both sides.
Fit the ladder Insert the rungs and top pole into the uprights, then bolt the ladder to the base frame with the Allen key supplied.
Level and check Use a spirit level and the adjustable feet to set the frame flat in both directions, then fit the standing boards. Two people make the lift onto the frame easier.
Align-Pilates warrants its equipment against manufacturer's defects in materials and workmanship for the original owner. Terms vary by product and by how the equipment is used, so ask us for the exact cover on this item before you order and we will confirm it in writing. Normal wear, misuse, unauthorised modification and cosmetic damage are not covered, and the maintenance guidance in the manual needs to be followed.
Shipping Delivery is free anywhere in the United States. When the item is in stock, Align-Pilates ships it within two business days of confirmation. Large equipment is strapped to a pallet and moved by freight carrier, who will call ahead to book a delivery window; the handover is curbside, so line up a second person to help carry it in. Allow 1 to 3 weeks from order to delivery, and we forward tracking once the shipment is collected.
Check before you sign Look over each carton when it arrives. Record any damage on the delivery paperwork, take photos and let us know within 48 hours.
Returns Align-Pilates does not accept returns on reformers, cadillacs, chairs or ladder barrels, so this is a final sale once dispatched. We recommend confirming dimensions, ceiling height and access before ordering. Damaged, defective or incorrect deliveries reported within 48 hours are put right with the manufacturer, and orders can be cancelled without charge until they leave the warehouse.
About Align-Pilates
Align-Pilates is a UK Pilates equipment maker whose range runs from folding home reformers to full studio installations: the A, C and M series reformers, half and full cadillac frames, the Combo Chair and the Ladder Barrel. Its reformers share a common accessory system, so jump boards, platform extenders, mat converters and cadillac frames are matched to each series. In North America the range is distributed by Kloz Inc.
The Pilates Works is an authorised Align-Pilates reseller. Equipment is supplied new with the full manufacturer's warranty, and we handle warranty and parts questions with the distributor for you.
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How this compares to similar models
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Lift both Rapid Change levers, slide the barrel from a central grip, then close the levers fully. If the barrel still moves, open the levers, give them one or two turns to tighten and close them again.
Are the standing boards included?
Yes. Two removable padded standing boards ship with the ladder barrel, along with a zip on padded rung cover.
What is the maximum user weight?
Align rates the Ladder Barrel RC for users up to 330 lb (150 kg).
Is it suitable for a studio?
Yes. Align designs it as a studio apparatus, and the manual's warranty is a light commercial warranty covering up to 27.5 hours of use per week.
Does it need assembly?
Yes. It arrives flat packed with the hardware and Allen key. Align publishes an assembly video, and a second person helps when sliding the barrel onto the frame.
What floor does it need?
A level indoor floor. Align stresses that the frame must sit flat, set with the adjustable feet, for the barrel to adjust easily.
Authorized Dealer
Every machine ships new, direct from the brand that builds it
