Question: Is there a "Best" thick bar diameter?

Answer:

In days past, "thick bars" were usually made from solid stock - as the bars increased in diameter, they also increased substantually in weight. For example, a 2-1/2 inch seven foot long solid thick bar weighs approximately 105 lbs. and a 3 inch seven foot long solid thick bar weighs approximately 150 lbs. This meant that as the diameter of the bars increased, the number of possible exercises decreased. For example, the solid 2-1/2 inch bar mentioned above could be used for rows, presses, curls, cheat curls, deadlifts, shrugs and a few more. The 3" bar, however, could only be used for overhead pressing and possibly deadlifts as a result of the tremendous weight. What's more due to the weight and the diameter, only large-handed trainees could use the thicker bars effectively for a number of movements.

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VI. Black Iron Strength Thick Bar Q & A

1. Which thick bar diameters do you have available? 2. How long are your thick bars and can I use them in a Power Rack? 3. Which exercises can I do with a thick bar? 4. Is there a "Best" thick bar diameter? 5. Do you have thick bars available for use with standard plates? 6. What makes the Black Iron Strength Thick Bars the Best in the industry? 7. Is Shipping and Handling included in the listed price of the Black Iron Strength Thick Bars featured on the site? 8. Can I get a Black Iron Strength Thick Bar without knurling? 9. Can I get a Black Iron Strength Thick Bar made to a custom length? 10. Will my plates fit on Black Iron Strength Thick Bars? 11. How do I tell the various Black Iron Strength Thick Bars apart if I have more than one? 12. How much do the Black Iron Strength Thick Bars weigh? 13. Is there a warranty on the Black Iron Strength Thick Bars?

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