Texas Power Bar Original
The Texas Power Bar Original is for lifters who specifically want the classic Texas feel: a 28.5 mm shaft, aggressive knurl, a 4 inch center knurl, and a little more flex than modern 29 mm power bars.
Brand:
Texas Power Bars
Specifications
| Bar Weight | 45 lb |
|---|---|
| Bar Length | 86 in |
| Shaft Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Loadable Sleeve Length | 15 in |
| Tensile Strength | 190,000 PSI |
| Knurl | Aggressive |
| Knurl Marks | Single powerlifting |
| Center Knurl | 4 in |
| Rotation | Bronze bushings |
| Finish Options | Bare steel, chrome, black zinc, Cerakote |
| Competition Spec | No |
| Made In | Texas, USA |
Owners Feedback
Pros
- Classic aggressive Texas Power Bar knurl
- 28.5 mm shaft is easier to wrap your hands around than a 29 mm bar
- 190,000 PSI American steel
- Maintenance-free bronze bushings
- Multiple shaft finish options
- Made in Texas
- Slightly more flex than many modern 29 mm power bars
Cons
- Does not use modern competition-spec dimensions
- 15 inch loadable sleeves are shorter than many newer power bars
- Aggressive knurl can be harsh for high-volume training
- Bare-steel version requires regular corrosion maintenance
- 45 lb bar weight is not the same as a true 20 kg competition bar
