I used my first deadlift bar at my first powerlifting meet and decided if I was going to continue to compete I should get used to it. I chose this one because the others were either too whiny, too expensive, or too far away. I love my TDL bar, and have enjoyed every lift with it. The knurling is aggressive AF, leaves sexy calluses on my hands. Definitely recommend it for lifters!
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