Why is this unit heavier than the other listing for the same bar? What does this include? What is the top made of? Is the bar made of solid hardwoo
1355397
Not sure why the weight difference. We have the manufacturer listed weight of the item.
346767
Good question. I never noticed when I ordered mine so it's probably just a typo? My bar was 44.2 pounds. Official weight is supposed to be 44.0 pounds (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbell#Men.27s_bar).
717611
My bar arrived in brand new, perfect condition. It was tightly packed and wrapped. The bar top was boxed separately. Mine was shipped from houston, to dallas, to denver, to reno--it is awesome with the black chrome bar stools. I really believe that your chances of it arriving in top notch condition are pretty good. It took me longer to clean up the packaging(boxes,foam packing,plastic,insulation) than it did to situate the bar and attach the bar top. It's a screaming high quality unit. If you don't get it, you will regret it. good luck!
1330851
I don't know what weight it is rated for, but it is very solid. I weigh 175 lbs, and I regularly do kipping pull-ups, butterfly pull-ups, and weighted pull-ups with 120 lbs of extra weight. I worry more about my ceiling joists holding up than the bar bending or breaking.
1372057
I believe it is under 5 lbs. You can take off the feets on both ends to make it lighter. The main channel bar is very rigid and straight.
69057
Is this a metal or plastic bar at the top? Need a bar that will support my clothes and want give away.
209836
Cherokee might be pushing the weight limit on this bar. You might need the higher end bar.
662995
The bar I purchased is 5 feet long. I think the word "Standard" refers to the diameter of the bar. Example: The weight plates are available for 1 inch standard (center whole) or Olympic size which is larger.
2043428
It's two separate pieces, a smaller bar that fits through a sleeve type piece to give it the look and feel of an Olympic barbell. I'd estimate the weight at 30-35 lbs.
717615
The bar was shipped to us by a semi truck company hired by the online store. I just don't think it was packaged well. When it arrived the platform it was sitting on was all busted. I would check w the store who u are buying this bar from and let them know u are concerned about the packaging and want to make sure it's well cushioned You can tell them u have read that there are complaints about careless packaging. This is a nice bar and it would be frustrating if something on the bar is broken due to poor packaging.
847252
Yes it is a 1 inch bar but it is hollow and it is 2 piece. It's ok if your not planning on too much weight. My son is only maxing 80lbs right now and working with 60. I told him when he can rep 80 I will replace the bar with a solid one. It's a nice starter kit for the money.
536760
Mine came with the hard floor I would assume that is the difference because it does have quite a bit of weight to it. Even though it is heavier the floor is real nice.
1448420
The weights are solid metal and come in 10lb plates as described. The stack is definitely 210 lbs and you can feel it. I wouldn't advise drinking while putting it together and it's much easier with a friend Lol.
753097
The bar TOP has to be attached. The bar is VERY heavy, and once assembled, has to be moved by lifting or pushing the BASE!!!
312115
It is a really solidly built bar. Just make sure you anchor it solidly (hit the studs). I doubt the bar itself would give way. The welds seem really solid to me, and I'm a big man.
528201
Right, it's the bar with the PowerBlock handles attached. You have to have the Classic PowerBlock set of weights.
370576
No, my two plates came in two different boxes. One thing to think about though, which I didn't, is simply that most standard 1 inch bars aren't rated past 250 lbs, so it might be worth looking at investing in an Olympic set.