PRx Performance Safety Squat Bar
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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Weight capacity of 1,200 lbs
- 16-inch loadable sleeve length
- Black powder coat finish
- Weighs 65 lbs
Pros & Cons
What We Like...
- High weight capacity of 1,200 lbs
- Black powder coat finish for corrosion resistance
- 16-inch loadable sleeve length
- Comfortable padding
What Needs Improvement...
- No knurling on the handles
- Priced more than $400
- Powder coating may scratch
Product Summary
The PRx Performance Safety Squat Bar is a versatile piece of equipment that can be used for squats, lunges, JM presses, and more. It is designed to enable people with upper-body injuries to safely squat without stressing joints. The camber of the bar shifts the weight forward, so even though the bar is on your back, the movement will feel more like a front squat.
This bar has an impressive 1,200-pound weight capacity. It weighs 65 pounds and comes in a black powder coat finish. That finish gives the bar a sleek and unique look, but it’s worth noting that powder coats tend to scratch when moving in and out of j-cups.
Users find the padding to be comfortable. The handles are not knurled, but rather use a rubber grip.
Specs
| Weight Capacity | 1\,200 lbs |
|---|---|
| Finish | Black Powder-Coat |
| Compatible with | 84.5″ Bells of Steel Light Commercial & Residential Rack\, Brute Rack\, and Utility Rack |
Summary
The PRx Performance Safety Squat Bar features a high weight capacity and a powder coat finish intended to prevent rust and corrosion. It isn't the most affordable bar on the market, but it is high quality.
