Original Texas Deadlift Bar - Chrome Sleeves, Red Bar - Preorder (Ships by July 31)
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Original Texas Deadlift Bar
Built for one thing: pulling heavy.
Product Overview
The Texas Deadlift Bar is a specialist competition barbell engineered specifically to help you pull more weight. Handbuilt by Buddy Capps — the man who set the standard for powerlifting barbells since 1980 — this bar is the tool of choice for powerlifters who want more whip, a better grip, and a mechanical edge on the platform.
With a 27mm shaft and an extended length of 235cm, the Texas Deadlift Bar is designed to flex significantly before the plates leave the floor. That flex gives you a real mechanical advantage: the bar bends, you pull the slack out, and the load breaks the ground before the full weight is fighting you. The result is a more efficient pull — and more weight moved.
The red Cerakote finish adds high corrosion resistance while keeping the aggressive knurl sharp and grippy. Chrome sleeves complete the look.
Why a Deadlift Bar
Standard power bars are built to handle all three lifts. The Texas Deadlift Bar is built for one. The longer, thinner shaft creates significantly more whip than a stiff power bar — which means the weight effectively loads onto the bar progressively rather than all at once. For experienced lifters who have plateaued, or anyone chasing a PR, the difference is tangible.
Combined with the most aggressive knurling Texas Power Bars produces and a smooth centre shaft that protects your shins, this bar covers every performance detail that matters at the deadlift.
Key Features
- 27mm shaft for maximum grip and bar whip
- 235cm total length for increased flex during the pull
- Most aggressive knurling for a secure hook or mixed grip on heavy attempts
- No centre knurl — smooth centre shaft protects shins and thighs during setup
- Red Cerakote finish with high corrosion resistance
- Chrome sleeves
- Bronze bushings — low maintenance, smooth sleeve rotation
- ~40cm loadable sleeve length for competition bumpers or heavy iron
- Handbuilt by Buddy Capps in Texas since 1980
Who This Bar Is For
- Competitive powerlifters looking to maximise their deadlift
- Lifters training for sanctioned powerlifting meets where deadlift bars are permitted
- Athletes struggling with grip on thicker standard bars
- Sumo and conventional pullers who want to make use of bar whip
- Gym owners equipping a competition-grade platform
Note: Due to the high flex, this bar is not suitable for squats or bench press.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Shaft diameter | 27mm |
| Total length | 235cm |
| Weight | 20kg |
| Tensile strength | ~1310 MPa high-tensile steel |
| Knurling | Aggressive – deep bite for heavy pulls |
| Centre knurl | None – smooth centre for shin clearance |
| Knurl marks | Single (powerlifting standard) |
| Loadable sleeve length | ~40cm |
| Inside collar width | ~144cm |
| Bushings | Bronze, maintenance-free |
| Finish – bar | Red Cerakote |
| Finish – sleeves | Chrome |
| Origin | Handbuilt in Texas, USA |
FAQ
What makes a deadlift bar different from a standard power bar?
A deadlift bar is longer (235cm) and thinner (27mm) than a standard power bar. The extra length and reduced shaft diameter increase flex (whip), allowing you to pull the slack out before the full load leaves the floor — giving you a mechanical advantage at the hardest part of the lift.
Why is there no centre knurl?
During the deadlift the bar contacts your shins and thighs. A smooth centre shaft prevents painful abrasion during setup and the pull itself.
Can I use this bar for squats or bench press?
No. The high flex makes it unsuitable and unsafe for squats or bench press. For those lifts, use a dedicated power bar or squat bar.
Is the Cerakote finish durable?
Yes. Cerakote is a polymer-ceramic coating that provides excellent corrosion resistance and holds up well under regular use, while keeping the knurl feel sharp.
Will it fit a standard rack?
The bar is longer than standard at 235cm. It fits in most racks, but be aware of the extra length when loading and moving around the platform.
Warranty and returns: See our T&Cs for more information.