Specialty Barbells

Specialty barbells — trap bars, safety squat bars, cambered bars, EZ-curl bars, multi-grip Swiss bars, hex bars, and event-specific competition bars for serious strength training.

We carry specialty bars from York Barbell, Bells of Steel, Body Solid, and supporting brands. Specialty bars open up movements that standard Olympic bars can't do — from heavy trap-bar deadlifts to safer squat variations.

Most-popular specialty bars:

• Trap bar / hex bar — neutral-grip deadlifts; easier on lower back, allow heavier loading
• Safety squat bar (SSB) — padded yoke + front handles; safer high-bar squatting, less shoulder stress
• Cambered bar — bent shaft for advanced powerlifting accessory squats and good mornings
• EZ-curl bar — angled grips for biceps + triceps work; reduces wrist strain
• Multi-grip Swiss bar — multiple grip-width options for pressing variations
• Football / log bar — neutral-grip pressing, common in football strength programs
• Triceps bomb / specialty curl bars — for isolation work
• Buffalo bar — slight camber for elderly or injured lifters who can't bar-squat normal

Specs that matter:

• Sleeve compatibility — most use Olympic 2" sleeves
• Weight capacity — verify max load (specialty bars often handle 600-1,000 lb)
• Knurling — moderate texture standard; aggressive on power-focused bars
• Coating — black oxide, zinc, chrome, or Cerakote based on aesthetic + rust resistance

Free shipping on orders over $999, exclusions apply.

Need help choosing the right specialty bar for your training? Email support@peakflowfitness.com.