I can only imagine this can do almost anything a higher priced axle bar could do. Smooth and thick as to replicate the junkyard items used in strongman days past. I like to do so many accessories with this just to increase grip and forearm strength. If you train with a smooth axle bar you will only have an advantage if you are asked to use a knurled axle bar. This also fits my regular collars that I already had! JenP.

Have two of these and they have both cracked after a few years of use. I like that you can adjust the length after you get them but I do wonder if there are others out there that are a smoother moving rope. Jennilee

Stall mats are really the go-to gym flooring- there is no need to do anything else. I really think the smooth top is easier to keep clean, but the textured top has its benefits as well. Unfortunately due to supply issues, we had ended up with a mix of both. Never have had any water or mold underneath. We do not use tape on the cracks as sometimes we like to drag them around because that makes you stronger in your grip and in life. -Jennilee