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You could say that the modern barbell has made lifting as easy as possible--at least the top bars are designed with all the qualities you want when you are squaring off with big weights. Not so in the old days. For starters, consider that thick bars weren't even knurled. And the most famous of all challenge barbells of this ilk was the Apollon Wheels.
The world standard for a thick bar, the leading choice for world records, the Apollon's Axle was introduced by IronMind in 1994, and it spawned a wave of interest in this strongman challenge. It's also perfect for grip guys and everyone else interested in functional strength: try presses and squats. Non-revolving, polished steel, our Axle weighs about 33 lb. (15 kg) and has a natural finish. Two-inch diameter bar between the inside collars, it takes Olympic plates and is the same length (7 ft.) as an official weightlifting or powerlifting bar.
No. 1271 $219.95 + $60.00 S&H 48 states; all others please request S&H quote
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