Is a 2' mat thick enough for this bar or do I need a thicker one?
1590198
I have never encountered my grand-daughter doing anything on this bar or mats that is going to endanger her. However, she is very advanced in gymnastics class. Help your loved one to be prepared for any exercise that he/she is going to do. Let him/her go to gymnastics classes and be able to decide if he/she has had enough instruction in order to use the bar and mats safely. Are they safe for the qualified? Yes! Absolutely!
1590199
i think it is 2 inches and it is fine. you can always order another one. the main concern is the bar does move some when my daughter is on it so anchored it with bags of sand over the bottom pieces.
371053
I used the thicker version because I was installing on 3/4" USB over 20" spaced joists. That's due to potential floor flex. On a slab I would have used the thinner (cheaper) version. Some people use the thick version to better match other parts of their floors (like wood floors)
1016640
Not on a 2" bar. Check the manufactures website I'm sure they have a mount for 2" bars
166511
I'll get back to you tomorrow morning.. I use a 6' bar and it makes it with some room to spare so my first impression would be no. I'll give you a more precise answer tomorrow when I get home.
414818
It's been awhile since putting my bar up. I remember it takes a bit of turning to get it in place. I'd say 1/4 inch is too tight. You probably need at least a couple of inches of space to secure it. Once installed they are VERY strong. Good Luck.
2094979
I'm not near the mat right now, however I would say it is closer to 3/4 inches. It is definitely thick and it would be difficult to measure height because the edges taper to the floor. It feels thicker than 1/2 inch underfoot, but it is not so high that it becomes a tripping problem.
1024486
This is very thick...maybe 2 inches, and I am very happy with it. Should work grat for you
2283269
my son is about 50 pounds. If this were for me, I would buy one thicker than 2".
1240852
Not very thick. Person that used mine said it was slightly better than hardwood floor.
927791
I have mine on a 1/2 Inch thick rubber mat and it is fine. The problem I have with the unit is that it sways and wobbles a bit so I secured mine to the wall studs with some sturdy hardware and brackets. It would sway on cement as well before I set the rubber mat under it. The only problem I see is that your carpet would be crushed where it sits (it has 4 rubber feet) when you decide to move it.
2124660
It's a really good, sturdy mat and heavy duty enough. You'd just need a longer one. Mine's only about 5' and I use it for my spin bike.
1533701
I don't know the exact thickness but it does seem thin. To me, it was more important to have a mat where I'm not slipping when sweating than something really thick. But if thickness is important to you, I can't say I'd recommend this mat.
1246638
I use a 5' bar, and it works just fine. Gets kinda wobbly with too much weight.
2012192
This mat is thick enough and is easy to trim to fit as directed. It is also easy to wipe clean.We placed it as directed on the lowest rack and it works fine.Hope this helps.
1278287
I have a 7ft. 2" olympic bar and it works great. I have 315 lbs. with it also.
319676
I would go with the 3" at least for that...the 2" might help, but if it was buying one now for you purpose I would get the 3"...it is very firm and will give a better protection to that bar...you would think they would have invented something better for a sofabeds by now...
592758
For the weights for the leg curls it is a 1" bar. As for the bench it probably doesn't matter as long as the bar is long enough. I bought a 2" bar but as long as the bar is wide enough a 1" would work. The bar I bought is 7' long and that is what I would reccomend.