4-inch drop keeps the weight plates lower for a stabilized center of gravity Increase range of motion when performing bench press curls and lying rows Alleviates wrist and shoulder pressure when squatting – Takes the pressure off your knees Medium Diamond-textured knurling for a superior grip Fits Olympic sized weight plates The Cambered Bar is a specialty training Olympic barbell outfitted to reduce unnecessary strain on your wrists and shoulders. As your weightlifting grows more intense over time the pain and discomfort of traditional barbell squats and presses will increase on your shoulders. That is why this cambered bar is so effective for beginners as well as enthusiasts. The bend of the weight sleeves helps stabilize your center of gravity boosting the security and safety of the exercise. When used for bench press your hands are positioned on the upper part of the barbell through the movement while the weight plates sit four inches lower than a traditional barbell. By adding the Cambered Bar to your everyday routine you will enhance traditional bench press techniques improve your physique and bring a unique stimulus to your workout. br br FEATURES: /b br – 4-inch drop keeps the weight plates lower for a stabilized center of gravity br – Increase range of motion when performing bench press curls and lying rows br – Alleviates wrist and shoulder pressure when squatting br – Takes the pressure off your knees br – Medium Diamond-textured knurling for a superior grip br – Fits Olympic sized weight plates br br SPECIFICATIONS: /b br – Shaft Diameter: 27 mm br – Sleeve Diameter: 50 mm br – Overall Length: 86-in. br – Camber Drop: 4-in. br – Shoulder to shoulder Length: 22-in. br – Loadable Sleeve Length: 15.25-in. br – Sleeve to Sleeve Length: 52.25-in. br – Knurling: 11-in. Medium Texture br – Sleeve Coating: Chrome br – Shaft Coating: Chrome br – Weight Capacity: 600 lb. br – Product Weight: 45 lb.