Introduction

Not only is it the most versatile specialty bar in the world, but the 4th generation of Transformer Bar is simple to use. This unique tool will transform your leg days, and you may find yourself rarely using a traditional barbell for your lower body movements if in possession of one.

This review aims to discuss the versatility, built quality, functionality and see if it would make a solid addition for those with home gyms. This is not being written from a “strength coach” perspective. Since this is a bar primarily designed for serious strength athletes, it felt necessary to add in this disclaimer before you start reading.

Let’s talk about it.

Who is it for?

This premium product with a high cost is not primarily designed for your average home gym owner. As mentioned in the disclaimer, it is fundamentally an item for very serious strength athletes or gyms that need a ton of variety.

However, if budget or space is not a concern, anyone can benefit from this bar and it would accommodate those with limited mobility the most. The majority of us would call this a “dream item,” but there is no doubt it would be used often in most home gyms if available.

While the starting cost may be too high for many to swallow, it may actually be one of the better “value” specialty bars out there since it has so many options. Can you say that about a bar that will cost over $800 after shipping? Maybe not, but read the rest of the review and decide for yourself.

Versatility

This is much more than a typical Safety Squat Bar. 6 different squat pattern movements can be replicated by adjusting the spring pin, which is remarkably simple to adjust. 30 degrees of variance separates each position. Each section is labeled bluntly on the bar, so there is no confusion about what setting you are on.

• Goblet Squat puts the weight in the farthest forward position and is similar to doing a goblet squat with a kettlebell.

• Front squat places the weight slightly in front of your shoulders to simulate this lift.

• Safety Squat Bar drops it down one more to put the weight just out in front of the shoulder.

• High Back Squat represents squatting with the bar at the top of shoulders.

• Low Bar Back Squat replicates the bar on the back of the shoulders.

• Hinge is the last position, which places it in a position that makes good mornings and “hinge patterning”

In addition, there are 4 “difficulty levels.” The levels become more difficult as you drop them down. 1 = the easiest and 4 = the hardest. This also takes just a few seconds to adjust, but the weight does need to update

6 x 4 = 24. Therefore, there are 24 positional variations. This variability is the most interesting aspect of the bar and what creates an overall “high value.” While one may not even use all of them in a lifetime, many will likely be used regularly. The versatility of this bar cannot be touched right now.

Specs

This bar can hold a ton of weight. It includes a load capacity of 1,500 lbs and has a sleeve length of 15.75.” The bar itself weighs 55 lbs.

The total length of the bar is 90.75″, with about 54″ being interior space, which is plenty of space to rack the weight comfortably in this rack. While the spring pins point may poise a minor inconvenience on wider racks, it’s still possible to use any rack up to 54″ wide.

The overall quality of the pad is very high. It’s comfortable to use, firm, and thick. The vinyl helps to prevent slippage. When heavier weight is applied, it remains fixed.

At 22″ from the bar center, the handles are longer than what you’d typically find. If misused, you’ll likely hit your knees. However, the length is beneficial in helping someone keep an upright torso. This is especially beneficial for those with limited mobility.

A knurled handle is also a nice touch, which helps ensure a tight hold while focusing on the other mechanics of the lift.

In general, with the handle and knurl combination, it’s just easier to focus on pushing your legs and keeping the body tight while driving upwards, which is tough for some to do with a straight bar.

Other Notes

• The current wait time is 16-18 weeks, which helps show how much demand is for the bar. This wait time has been pretty consistent for a while now. There haven’t been any signs that indicate this will be reduced any time soon. At times, a “blemished bar” does come around at a lower price and with no shipping time. Many have reported that it is typically difficult even to find a blemish.

• The sleeves can be taken off to make portability easier. This helps you travel with it or potentially store it in a more convenient spot.

• While it takes up more space than other bars, it can be stored vertically or horizontally. For these purposes, it would be handy if it could “transform” into a straight bar. Haha.

• The overall quality of the rest of the bar is not spectacular. The welds are not the cleanest, and the Zinc with Black Oxide Sleeves will show some wear down the line. After nearly a year, it shows minimal wear. It would also likely mean higher costs to improve upon the finish, which most probably don’t want to do.

• With so much “squat discussion,” it can be overlooked that this is also an excellent tool to be used for lunges.

Conclusion

In the end, the Transformer Bar is much more than your typical safety squat bar, which seems to be the most popular type of lower body-focused specialty bar. This ambidextrous barbell is easy to use, comfortable, and just an overall powerhouse. While the price is high, it is a high-value option with all that is explained in this article. If you’re able to swallow that upfront cost, it may be a worthwhile investment for you.

Below you’ll find one last pic. While one may enjoy using a certain bar more than any individual setting on the Transformer Bar, nothing on the market can match this versatility. It’s the GOAT Specialty Bar at this time.

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