I got this for $60 and really can't complain about anything for that price. It has actual reference markings on it, and is a regular ol' short axle bar. Rackable, and you could probably load it to 495 at least with standard iron 45s. Even at the full $120ish price tag I don't know that I'd expect much else.

The hype is all true. Smooth, and easy to grip. That's why they're the go-to plate of the Massenomics gym.

This is the only 10' bar I've ever curled my greasy little fingies around. I love my 29mm TPB and my deadlift bar. The fit and finish with respect to price is really good IMO, and this big ol' boy is very similar in that regard***. Like Jake, I find that the knurling is the same style as my power bar. Now good luck finding a place to store it. 😂 ***If you don't have to account for shipping, or can mitigate up those costs with a couple other people who would also like to go in on their own bar. It's not TPB's fault, but the freight costs are significant to say the least.

I took advantage of the opportunity to lift on this bad boy in WNESD. I promise I was careful <3 It's a TPB, but a lot of the things like knurling, slop and machining on the sleeves seemed to be a little nicer than my regular 29mm. The sleeve OD seemed a little tighter**. A lot like the Hansu, the price is really attractive for a comp-spec power bar while being made in Irving, TX. Finally a competition bar for cowpokes.

I did exactly as Keith suggested on his review, and I couldn't recommend this enough. This is perfect for anyone that shouldn't start with a 135 lb bar right off the bad. Cost me a total of about $25. I primed and painted mine for no good reason.