“I just bought the straight barbell accessory for my USA Elite dumbbells. Overall, I'm happy with it, but just be aware that the combination is not as evenly balanced as a barbell with circular plates would be. Otherwise, I'm very happy with the product. Now, if only they would only make a kettlebell converter for the USA Elite dumbbells!”
“Straight bar has been a great addition to the dumbbells. The grip and weight to it is awesome! I’ve incorporated the straight bar into every workout now and regret not getting it sooner.”
“Worth the wait. I've owned my Classic dumbbell set since 07 and regretted not getting the bar years ago. The Elite set has different handles and smaller adder weights (which I purchased separately) The bar is compact and light so the bench press feels a bit heavier at the ends. But overall this bar is awesome.”
“The straight bar is a good addition to the Elite USA 90’s. My fear was how to “load” the bar when mounted in a rack. PB shows putting the bar into the plate sets and locking , then using. Yeah, not so much when the weight is high and you need to lift it to put in a rack holder….
This was my concern when purchasing. It is an unfounded concern. Put the bar in the holder, rotate number plate is VERTICAL, not horizontal as it is normally set into the plates. Load one or two plates at a time and lock in place with the retention clip. Vertical allows the plates to rest on the top (side normally). Repeat the process on the other side. Then continue adding plates and locking into place with the retention clip on each side until you get to your desired weight. No deadlifting needed. Reverse the process after your sets to off-load the bar.
The straight bar is never going to be an Olympic bar. It is a little cramped in width. However, it’s smaller size is amazing to be able to load up to 195lbs for home use and easily store afterwards if space is limited. Weights above that and you will need other options.
For the recreational user, wanting a compact weight set that can be put away, you are not going to find a better option in my opinion.”
