How does this bar perform on wide grip pullups(wider than shoulder width)? To me it looks a little narrow for those.
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I can't go to wide, but it works enough for me. The length span is 36 inches, wider than shoulders. If you're asking can it hold wide grip pull-ups, Yes it doesn't move at all.
1115633
I have not been able to use this bar, since it does not fit my doorways. An older home has thicker walls, wider door jams/trim.
1115634
How comfortable/suitable you'll find it will depend on your size (your shoulder width). It measures 36" end to end. I'm 6' tall and it works ok for me. I bought this because I don't have room for anything else and so far it has proved to be a good purchase.
1115635
The whole device was too narrow top hang on the door I use so I'm sending it back
1099312
The grip area is about the same as other bars of this type. The size of the plates do make it awkward to get full range of motion, but all things considered, this is a good buy.
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Bar diameter is metric its a bit smaller than 1 1/4". Stud Bars website says they just made the bar smaller to improve the handgrip and the new powder coating has more texture offering more grip which was a complaint in the past. I installed mine in 30 minutes and was impressed with how solid this pull up bar is. I never take the time to write reviews however this product got my attention. Well done Stud Bar!
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Luis, I understand your rationalization. I too was thinking the same thing before I made my purchase. My research showed that though possible to build up the strength to close any given level of the CoC's, it is not practical to jump too far ahead. Doing that would subject those tiny little supporting tendons in your hands and wrists to great (and unnecessary payloads), upping your chances for injury. Sure you will get stronger and eventually close the grippers but at what cost. I'm sure you want your hands to work well into your golden years. Grip strength is a marathon not a sprint. As a Crossfitter I'm sure you're familiar with the concept of necessary strength and necessary muscle. Grip strength is NOT body building, its functionality. Remember your not going to be doing 100 reps a session either. The 120's I can completely close (straight forward) about 3 times and I'm done. After that I get pretty close but can't completely close them. I can "completely" close and hold the same for about 40 seconds. I do so in different angles too, i.e. wrist straight forward, up and curled in towards my elbow. My advice is if you're already packing a good grip get yourself the 120's. This will surely build up the supporting tendons at a safer pace and then graduate up from there. Just like anything else remember to give yourself plenty of time to recover. Hope this helps, happy gripping.
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These grips are pretty wide. The grip surface area is about 4 1/2 inches, not including the bar end portion. You should be good. Be careful when you tighten the bolt that secures the barend, I snapped it off and had buy another set of grips. The other Ergon grips were different and smaller, the GP2 was much wider as I mentioned above
1102065
The bar is too thin, so the fat gripz won't be gripping tight the bar. You can still somehow use them, but it's far from ideal.
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Christian, I bought this got my husband who is training for a GoRuck challenge. He has is weighted with bricks and the quality has remained impressive. I asked him about the shoulders and he said most likely. His shoulders are pretty broad as well and no issues. Hope that helps!
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It actually works better with the thick chin up bars. They have a better grip. I love this boots, everybody at the gym asksme where i got them and its the best workout tool to get ripped and easy on your back. Love love love this boots and very strong. I got yhem about 3 years ago and they are the best. Hope this helps.
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I've put 150lbs. It seem to be fine to me. If you plan to put more then that I would get an Olympic bar. The diameter of the bar is bigger for a better grip.
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The wide grip does extend pass the width of the door and it does allow for width adjustments based on your door. If you are doing a wide grip pull up from the standing position, then no. But if you are doing a hanging pull up, then I would guess yes. Hope that helps.
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Yes when it came down to using them I had to drop down a little in weight do to my body activating different muscles I've haven't really used for stability, bench pressing with them are must!! Over all they've worked very well with any type of bars but I've have best success with barbells and dumbbells. The Gripz are made from pretty durable rubber. I won't recommend using during deadlifts. Also when it came to using easy-curl bars it's a awkward grip I'm not to comfortable with. I personally have not used anything else for forearm strengthening. But I can recommend the manta ray for helping out squats and lunges. Hopes this May help out. Yes when it came down to using them I had to drop down a little in weight do to my body activating different muscles I've haven't really used for stability, bench pressing with them are must!! Over all they've worked very well with any type of bars but I've have best success with barbells and dumbbells. The Gripz are made from pretty durable rubber. I won't recommend using during deadlifts. Also when it came to using easy-curl bars it's a awkward grip I'm not to comfortable with. I personally have not used anything else for forearm strengthening. But I can recommend the manta ray for... » Read More Yes when it came down to using them I had to drop down a little in weight do to my body activating different muscles I've haven't really used for stability, bench pressing with them are must!! Over all they've worked very well with any type of bars but I've have best success with barbells and dumbbells. The Gripz are made from pretty durable rubber. I won't recommend using during deadlifts. Also when it came to using easy-curl bars it's a awkward grip I'm not to comfortable with. I personally have not used anything else for forearm strengthening. But I can recommend the manta ray for helping out squats and lunges. Hopes this May help out. « Show Less
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Yes. I have another one from another company and it's wider too. Great product. Great price. My other unit cost over $300. Pull ups and push ups are the way... dude. They'll change your life. Went for my annual physical. I'm 60. My MD at my annual physical was blown away by how I looked. He thought I was a gym rat. Nothing sucks in your stomach like pull ups. Just do 20-30 of each every day morning and evening. Go figure.
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I looked up that product and it looks like the bar is 1.25 inches in diameter. The hooks on the handles are about 1.5 inches and so they should work. Just be sure your bar isn't more than 1.5 inches in diameter. I use them on my pull up bar and they are fantastic. Definitely get them because I hurt my wrists doing pull ups on my bar by not having any give in the wrist rotation and I had to stop my pull up routine for 7 months while they healed! 7 months!
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Very slightly... I find that I position my arms wider than normal, but not in an uncomfortable way... I have not really thought much about it but I would guess that my hands are further out towards the ends of the grips because of this.
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The 46 inch wide bar sits 30 inches from the wall so that you are not limited by the wall when doing a pull up, Kip, ring dips, etc. This information was available in the description when I purchased this item. For what it's worth, this thing is stout. Everyone that sees it asks where I got it. Great Product for the money in my opinion!
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Hey there guy I purchased this rack last summer. It already has a chin up bar built in. Its the top crossbar. It has knurling on it to grab on for grip. Solid as hell! Go for it!
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It sits far enough for pull ups with room for swaying. You won't be able to do any kipping pull ups, and with your height exercises like knees to elbow and toes to bar may be out of the question. I bought the bar mainly for pull ups and ability to do suspension type training with a little ring work. I mounted the bar a couple inches of max reach, so I jump up a little. When mounted properly I've never experienced any wiggle, sway, or give from the anchor. With that said, buy your own lag bolts. They break!