You can beat this bar like heck and it continues doing the job intended without ...
345864
You can beat this bar like heck and it continues doing the job intended without bending or failing. Really a good pull bar for flooring and lived up to the other reviews.
3202390
I just received the 47 in chrome version of this bar - well worth the money. Some reviewers have stated the deep knurling required the use of gloves but that hasn't been my experience. My hands aren't toughened like a construction worker and the knurling doesn't hurt in the slightest. I love the grip angle as it takes a lot of the stress off my elbow tendons. I've had golfers elbow in the past and I feel this bar will help prevent me from getting it again. The chrome and the bar appear high quality. Highly recommend this.
674259
Love this bar!  Works great for out outdoor in AZ
2658305
I bought the chrome bar.  I agree with the other reviewers that this bar is thicker than my CAP OB-86B olympic bar, but I wanted a chrome bar with a center knurl for squats. I like the fact that this bar has smooth sleeves instead of the ridged sleeves; makes it easier to remove and put the plates on and doesn't scrape the inserts of my Rogue plates.  This bar is built like a tank and likely to last a long time, especially since I bought it for home use only.  I don't have a problem with the allen wrench bolts on the end, considering that I'll be using this for squats, benches, deadlifts, and presses.  I won't be bouncing the bar off the floor...not a cross-fitter.  The rings are a bit closer together than on my CAP bar, but that isn't a deal-breaker for me.  Overall, a high quality bar that should last a while.
2555993
Works like a champ when you follow the directions.  This cut through 1/2" and 3/4" rebar quickly and cleanly.  The bit has been used a half a dozen times and shows no wear.  Cutting 20 holes in a heavily reinforced aircraft hanger floor (former Navy base) with no possibility of re-positioning would have been a nightmare without this bit.
Lots of reviewers have commented on losing teeth or quickly dulling the bit.  By following instructions (no hammering and stopping as soon as the rebar was cut) and not forcing the bit it still looks new.
Cheap insurance that you can getthe job done.
1851689
Bought this because I was afraid of tearing up my door frame with my other pull up bar.  This thing is large and takes up some space, but it is sturdy and gets the job done.  I'm only around 170lbs and it has no issues with my weight.  Would buy again no questions.
2585742
These bars have gotten a bad rap. Mine came with no signs of rust or flaking. They are solidly made, and a solid value at the price. I will add one detail that I had not noticed in other reviews: If you use both sets of screw-on collars on the same bar, you can use 1 or 2 2-inch plates on the 1-inch bar, with no looseness or wiggle whatsoever. It seems the designer gave us a 2-inch od raised edge to securely hold an Olympic plate. I actually wanted an Olympic dumbbell bar, but ordered this because a pair of these were a little more than half the cost of one Olympic bar. I am very pleased.
208423
PROS:  Solidly built piece of equipment.  Sturdier than others priced hundreds more.  Unless you are a hard-core power lifter that regularly throws around weights in excess of 500 pounds, this is more rack than you will ever need (it's rated for considerably more than that by the way)!

CONS:  1)  No knurling on the pull up bar.  The bar is solidly built but difficult to grip.  2)  During flat bench, the barbell will hit weight plates being stored on the top pegs. 3) Olympic storage pegs would be a welcome addition.

Don't let the non-boutique name influence your decision.  This is not a 'status symbol' but rather a highly functional and durable piece of gear -- this is a great power rack, especially for the money!
4154848
This door way chin-up bar is sturdy. It is very easy to install and very easy to use. I don't think it surpasses the chin-up bar that locks-in to your door-frame. The problem is you have to drill the screws into the wood and this is not something you want if you appreciate your door-frames.

It is very easy to use, install, and the design is sturdy as hell.
3176177
This thing is Rock Solid and does exactly what it's supposed to do.
1863542
Bar is great. I use it for squats and I'm happy with it. It's kinda long but I guess that's how all of them are after a certain weight.
4164822
The Body Solid 47" EZ Curl bar has met my expectations for the price paid. I opted for the black oxide/phosphate finish because I wanted a finish that would be a little "grippier" than standard chrome. The sleeves spin freely, but are not entirely smooth in their travel. That said, they are entirely satisfactory for use in a home gym setup, with the main point being that they are quiet. The bar arrives with a light coating of some kind of reddish/brown oil to inhibit rust and it must be wiped off thoroughly or it will stain everything. There is a small tag on the bar instructing the end user to clean the bar before use.

Packaging for shipment is minimal; it arrived loose packed in a cardboard tube that was already cracked. The bar itself is only sleeved with a light plastic bag that was torn through in several areas. As a result, there were one or two places on the bar that had some of the black oxide rubbed off. I think that having some loose fill paper packing on each end of the tube would be a simple and inexpensive method to prevent damage during shipping.

Specifications for my bar were:
Overall Length: 47"
Space between sleeves: 31.5"
Sleeve Loading Area: 6.75"
Bar Stock Diameter: 1"
Sleeves attached with Allen Bolts

The knurl on the bar is probably the most aggressive that I have ever encountered on a piece of fitness equipment. The phrase "cheese grater" comes to mind. Even with heavy callous on my hands I could start to feel the bite after 8 sets. Between the super sharp knurl and the oxide finish this bar will NEVER slip in your hands. The bends in the EZ curl bar seem about average for this type of bar, comfortable for both supinated and pronated grip. My quick lock collars work perfectly with the bar (which does NOT come with collars, despite what the product pictures might have you believe). The bends in the bar are long enough to use fat grips comfortably. The bar is balanced when held directly in the center so there is no offset in the weight or bend of the bar itself. Slop in the sleeves is probably less than 1/8".

The knurl on this bar is extremely aggressive, which makes it a difficult recommendation for the average user. If you are looking for a good quality EZ curl bar and don't mind (or are looking for) an extra grippy bar, this one is a good choice.
2438103
The infamous Buddy Capps Texas Power Bar, it certainly does not disappoint! Black zinc finish looks excellent, deep volcano style knurling, and those pinned sleeves look sinister! Ribbing on the sleeves is a little deeper than the stock pictures show, but it's not a deal breaker. In recent years companies like Rogue have heavily marketed unproven 'tensile' strength ratings to sway consumers, which are about as useless as static load ratings on a barbell. The Buddy Capps TPB is a time tested, battle proven barbell that I'm excited to add to my growing collection. Simply awesome!
2424347
No need to spend over $200 for a quality Olympic bar as this is just as good!
2571258
Great bar for the money. It has not leaked and i have bounced it around pretty hard on the backroads and pastures. all lights are still working.
2833492
I bought this pull up bar two and a half years ago off his website www.trapezerigging.com. It has been a great addition for my levels of fitness. It has moved around with me to three different apartments with no trouble at all, as it fits in a duffel bag in the trunk of my car. Also, I didn't lose my deposit because this freestanding unit doesn't destroy door frames.

I spent a long time looking for a portable freestanding chinup bar and I'm glad I bought this one. Thanks to this bar, I have gotten from 3 pullups to 15 in a set. Convenience is a marvelous thing. For all you nomadic bodyweight training athletes, look no further than this bar. This is by far the best pullup bar I have ever purchased. The man himself welds these together, it's a labor of love. The bar itself is a rigidly straight bar crafted from solid aluminum, the supports are thick welded aluminum pipes (to cut down weight). With a 350 lb weight limit, I can be rest assured that my weighted chins will be able to progress upwards for a long, long time. Add a set of gymnastic rings and you have a portable gym that goes wherever you do. The amount of money I've saved on gym memberships has paid for this incredibly high quality pullup bar twice over.

Yes, it wobbles a bit, but who cares? I can break this thing down in two minutes flat, it only weighs 23 lbs, it requires no tools to put together, and it holds up to 350 lbs. For me, that's like 180 lbs plus a comfortable 150 lbs, which is as much as I'll ever need. With a little imagination (or a book on gymnastics, your pick), you can develop an enviable physique. Compare this 23 lb unit to a set of clunky kettlebells for your home gym and it's a no brainer. You can even get a dip bar attachment for it. No excuses for a great workout at home with this pullup bar.

The only complaint is that I have to tuck my legs a bit, but I'd have to do that anyway on a doorway pullup bar. Controlled reps are going to be more effective for you than jerking around with kipping pullups. If you do perform pullups on a more fixed bar, don't be surprised if you can bang out an extra couple reps. That bit of stability you need to perform a pullup is not necessarily bad.

To all of those who say this bar will tip over, I'm sure it can if you get wild with kipping pullups. Thing is, you can buy stabilizer attachments if you're so inclined. You can even throw some sandbags down on the side struts if you're still scared. I haven't tipped over mine yet and I have neither stabilizers nor sandbags. In the years I've used this bar (most every day for the last two and a half years) this bar is nothing short of brilliant. It was exactly what I was looking for, a supremely portable, lightweight, durable, freestanding pullup bar that doesn't wreck doors or require elaborate tools to put it together. I bet it will outlive me. 10/10 if I buy another one it will be the Elite version with the dip bars.
3184482
A good bar, unlike other complaints my bar weighs out to 45 lbs. Just got it last Thursday, arrived on time. Only complaint is the packaging is pretty sketchy. Had a friend bring it in and the bar fell out of one end through the plastic wrapped around.

I'll update in the future after more use, but as of now I am pleased with this purchase.