Bars and Collars

Training bars to heavy-duty powerlifting bars from York, Solid Bar, BFS, CAP, and Rage — with collars to match every bar.

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Picking Bars That Survive a Team Room

Bars take more abuse in a school weight room than anywhere else — dozens of athletes, every period, all year. Durability and consistency matter more than boutique specs: you want every rack in the room to feel the same so technique transfers from station to station.

Most programs standardize on a quality 45-pound multipurpose bar for the main stations, add 15-kilogram or training bars for younger and developing athletes, and keep a few specialty bars (trap bars, technique bars) for variation. Collars are not the place to economize — a collar that slips with a freshman under the bar is a safety problem, not a budget win.

Common Questions

What bars should a high school program standardize on?

A durable 45-pound multipurpose bar at every rack station, plus lighter training bars (15 kg or aluminum technique bars) so younger athletes learn patterns with manageable loads. Identical bars across stations keep coaching cues consistent.

Are trap bars worth it for a team room?

For many programs, yes — trap bar deadlifts are easier to teach safely to large groups than conventional pulls, and they let stronger athletes load heavy with less lower-back demand. One or two per room covers most rotations.

How many collars do we need?

Two per bar, plus spares — collars walk away. Spring collars are economical for iron work; locking collars hold better for bumper work and drops.