It came in sealed box, very nice and elegant. PROS: First work out was OK with this unit. Solid, well put together and very functional. So that wasnt a total waste. These make a big difference for me. I bought this rack as it was advertised as a three piece z-base and from all appearances a one-piece top bar. They disconnect in about 30 seconds after you stop listening to anything. I thought these were super cute. They are better in the wet which is what I wanted. I didnt get the idea that anyone else was slipping in those areas, and I feel like had I been wearing any other pair of shoes I own (tennis shoes, dress shoes etc.