{"product_id":"texas-power-bars","title":"Original Texas Power Bar By Buddy Capps - Black Zinc - Chrome","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Original Texas Power Bar, The Bar That Built The Sport\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Texas — Trusted Since 1980 — The Original 28.5mm Standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Power Bar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoriginal competition powerlifting barbell\u003c\/strong\u003e, made in Texas by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuddy Capps since 1980\u003c\/strong\u003e. Often considered the best Texas Power Bar for serious powerlifters, this\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e28.5mm barbell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edelivers the aggressive knurling, center knurl, and specific feel that built the sport of powerlifting. This is the bar that set the standard — and continues to define it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Powerlifters Choose This Bar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✓ The Original Texas Knurl:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe specific, sharp cut that defined what a power bar feels like. Often imitated, never replicated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Proven Since 1980:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo guesswork. This is the exact bar design used to set decades of world records before \"specialty bars\" even existed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✓ The 28.5mm Standard:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe classic shaft diameter that offers the perfect balance of rigidity for squats and just enough play for heavy deadlifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Legend: The Original Texas Power Bar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most iconic powerlifting barbell of all time — the revolutionary bar created in 1980 by powerlifter Buddy Capps. Known for its\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eaggressive knurling, unyielding durability, and perfect whip\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Original Texas Power Bar has earned its reputation on competition platforms and in serious training facilities worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandbuilt in Texas from a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e44 lbs \/ 20 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e28.5mm diameter shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eforged with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e190,000+ PSI tensile strength steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, this bar features maintenance-free bronze bushings, a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4\" center knurl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor reliable squat grip,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15″ loadable sleeves\u003c\/strong\u003e, single knurl marks, and an 86″ overall length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProudly carrying\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuddy Capps’ stamp of approval\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is the original Texas Power Bar — not a copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for upgraded stiffness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFor modern competition-spec updates (stiffer 29mm shaft \u0026amp; thinner collars), see the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/texas-power-bar-7th-gen-black-zinc-chrome\"\u003e29mm Texas Power Bar (7th Generation)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho This Bar Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifters wanting the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoriginal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egold standard power bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial Gyms, High Schools, Universities, \u0026amp; Powerlifting Clubs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eneeding equipment that lasts decades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrength athletes who want the specific bar feel they grew up lifting on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAthletes training for competitions (IPF spec compliant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifters who believe \"if it ain't broke, don't fix it\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether on the platform or in daily training, the Texas Power Bar remains the gold standard for the squat, bench press, and deadlift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompetition Proven \u0026amp; Built to Last\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTexas Power Bars have been used in powerlifting meets, training halls, and home gyms for over four decades. Built with American steel and Texas craftsmanship, the Original Texas Power Bar is designed to perform today the same way it did decades ago — reliably, consistently, and without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineered for Versatility \u0026amp; Durability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAggressive Knurling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMaximum grip security under heavy loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe 190k PSI \"Sweet Spot\":\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStrong enough for world records, but with the classic feel that has survived 40 years of abuse in hardcore gyms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProven Reliability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTrusted by powerlifters since 1980.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're training for a meet or building strength in your home gym, the Texas Power Bar delivers the same performance trusted by powerlifters since 1980.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications — The Original (28.5mm)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOriginal Details\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaft Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28.5mm – IPF specification for powerlifting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44 lbs \/ 20 kg – Official powerlifting weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTensile Strength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e190,000+ PSI – The classic power bar standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnurling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAggressive – Maximum grip security under heavy loads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCenter Knurl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4″ center knurl – Keeps the bar locked on your back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnurl Marks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle – Powerlifting standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSleeves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15″ loadable sleeves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClassic thicker Texas collars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInside Collar Width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e52 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBushings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBronze, maintenance-free – smooth rotation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e86″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in Texas, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eCommonly Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo Texas Power Bars come with a warranty?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll Texas Power Bars products manufactured by Capps Welding Inc. have a lifetime warranty on craftsmanship. Our bars have a limited lifetime warranty against bending for the original owner under normal use. We do not warrant any item that has been abused, neglected or dumped on rack pins, safety bars, straps, boxes et al. Bushings and bearings will wear over time. If a bushing or bearing should fail\/break under normal use this is covered under our warranty. Any bar shaft that is bent will be handled on a case by case basis and the replacement will be at the sole discretion of Capps Welding Inc. The original customer may ship a bar back for inspection after written authorization is provided. Proudly Made in America for over 40 years. Please email us on support@strengthshop.co.uk for any warranty claims.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow should I maintain my barbell to ensure it lasts a lifetime?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWipe down the shaft and sleeves with a dry cloth after training to remove chalk and sweat. For deeper cleaning, use a stiff nylon brush on the knurling. Lightly oil the sleeves every few months if needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use chalk, straps or liquid grip with my bar?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Chalk, straps, and liquid grip are all safe to use and won’t void your warranty. We recommend brushing excess chalk out of the knurling regularly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's the best way to clean the knurling and sleeves?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a stiff nylon brush to loosen chalk and dirt. Avoid wire brushes, as they can damage the finish. For sleeves, wipe with a dry or lightly oiled cloth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill my barbell ever need oiling or lubrication?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur bronze bushings are self-lubricating and require very little maintenance. Occasionally wiping the sleeves with a cloth and a few drops of light oil will keep them moving smoothly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre Texas Power Bars safe to store in a garage or outdoors?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, but keep in mind that extreme humidity or rain exposure can cause surface rust. If storing in a garage, occasional cleaning and oiling will help prevent rust. We don’t recommend outdoor storage without protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow long will the knurling stay sharp?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTexas Power Bars are known for their aggressive, long-lasting knurling. With regular use and proper care, the knurling will maintain its bite for decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan my barbell handle dropping with bumper plates?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. 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