Chin-Up Bar for P90x

[actuarial]

As the topic states.

Picked this up a couple weeks ago, works great. Shipping is expensive, but if you're in the GTA you can just pick one up in store for $60

http://www.treadmillfactory.ca/?goto=viewprod&id_prod=609

Also, when I was originally searching for this I found this place in GVR for $50

http://www.fitnesstown.ca/Extreme-Door-Gym-

Just started P90x yesterday!

[hydrophantom]

or try this
http://www.canadiantire.ca/browse/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=84552444209 5385&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=1408474396672232&bmUID=1238511613480

ive seen cheaper ones for 9.99 when it goes on sale at cdn tire

[lindmar]

I'd be worried about ripping my door frame down.

[kazza_ca]

The door frame will be okay. It distributes the weight into the wall as well as down. I've used it and haven't had any issues.

P90X is crazy hard but works wonders if you stick to it. I'm on week 8 at the moment and it's been great.

[shawn99]

the one walmart sells is the regular version, I recommend you get the Power Trainer Pro or Power Gym Pro. The slanted bars makes a difference when doing pull up's. It's easier to do and it targets the right muscle. As you build the muscles, and supporting muscles and neural pathways for that motion, you can try the various bar positions that is avil on the bar. I try to knock out 50-70 pulls up spread across the whole day. Lot of people avoid pull ups because it's hard, but like everything else you have to start slow and practice constantly. Once your back muscles are well developed, you'll notice you make better gains in your chest. That's because back muscles are complimentary to chest, muscles. Your body tries hard to keep symmetry. If you talk any PT's, they'll suggest you do push up's, bench then after that do rows in a superset. Also pull up's are mass builders, they add thick slabs to your frame.

Shawn is a big advocate of pull up's. Do them kids.

http://www.asontv.com/fitness/images/1530homegym3.jpg

[deezz]

Get this one, it's pretty much the same and works, for $29.99!

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.ca/product.asp?order_num=-1&SKU=16159433&

[triniboy75]

Canadian Tire has the "As seen on TV" Power Gym which looks exactly like the one the OP linked to for $49.99 reg price

[5abi]

i just need a pull up only to work my back. not sure which one to pick up though

[triniboy75]

Get this one, it's pretty much the same and works, for $29.99!

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?order_num=-1&sku=16159433

Thats in USD though

[NFN_NLN]

or try this
http://www.canadiantire.ca/browse/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=84552444209 5385&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=1408474396672232&bmUID=1238511613480

ive seen cheaper ones for 9.99 when it goes on sale at cdn tire

In order to hold your weight you need to unscrew it pretty tight. This pushes the frame apart and the rubber washers leave black marks along the frame.

[lindmar]

The door frame will be okay. It distributes the weight into the wall as well as down. I've used it and haven't had any issues.

P90X is crazy hard but works wonders if you stick to it. I'm on week 8 at the moment and it's been great.


What about with kipping pullups via crossfit. Can you kip on one of these things or just do a deadhang pullup?

[actuarial]

Canadian Tire has the "As seen on TV" Power Gym which looks exactly like the one the OP linked to for $49.99 reg price

I'm pretty sure the one at CT doesn't have the extra attachment (broad reach bar). I couldn't find the one with the extra attachment anywhere for cheap.

Maybe there are better deals out there?

[snider]

The IronGym one looks decent at half the price, not as heavy duty as the P90x bar but may suffice, shipping is also a lot less than treadmillfactory.

[snider]

the one walmart sells is the regular version, I recommend you get the Power Trainer Pro or Power Gym Pro.

Where would one find the Power Trainer Pro or Power Gym Pro? Do you think that these are better than the P90X bar?

[rinse]

I second the one from Bed Bath and Beyond, picked it up for 29.99 not too long ago.

[CFRTim]

Thats in USD though

Here is the canadian link. Same price in cnd$

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.ca/product.asp?order_num=-1&SKU=16159433&

2 locations around GTA

[deezz]

Thats in USD though

Edited the link, it's still $29.99 in CAD as well.
here it is as well:
http://www.bedbathandbeyond.ca/product.asp?order_num=-1&SKU=16159433&

That's the OP's best option

[kazza_ca]

What about with kipping pullups via crossfit. Can you kip on one of these things or just do a deadhang pullup?

I don't think this would work for a kipping pull-up. I've never actually done a kipping pull-up but from what I've seen you swing a bit before pulling up. This thing very much relies on the downward weight to keep it in place.

[M.D.]

the one walmart sells is the regular version, I recommend you get the Power Trainer Pro or Power Gym Pro. The slanted bars makes a difference when doing pull up's.
Shawn is a big advocate of pull up's. Do them kids.

http://www.asontv.com/fitness/images/1530homegym3.jpg

How much is the one selling at Walmart? and where do you find the Power pros?

Is the bath and beyond one just as good?

I'm looking for one that does not need any drilling to attach to door frame.

Thanks for the help!

[cayuga2305]

I second the one from Bed Bath and Beyond, picked it up for 29.99 not too long ago.

does it do any damage to your door frame?

[snoopdawgz]

I just moved into a brand new home.. anyone else have one on a new home with dry walls or does that not matter since it will be on the door frame? Im scared of bringing down the door frame. I want the one with wide, medium & hammer grip capability.

[shawn99]

I recommend this: No drilling required what so ever http://www.fitnesstown.ca/site_assets/www.fitnesstown.ca/images/dynamic/secx.jpg

How much is the one selling at Walmart? and where do you find the Power pros?

Is the bath and beyond one just as good?

I'm looking for one that does not need any drilling to attach to door frame.

Thanks for the help!

[mwong168]

The only one I know of that requires any sort of drilling or installation is the Perfect Pull Up.

http://www.exercise-equipment-review.com/images/perfect-pullup.jpg
http://www.treadmillfactory.ca/index.php?goto=viewprod&id_prod=656

My friend got this unit a few months ago from the treadmillfactory's newest location out by the far end of mississauga. It works pretty good for him but he's a pretty small guy (~140lbs). I personally never felt comfortable using these doorway style chin up bars because I am a bigger guy. I like the freestanding ones at my gym or monkey bars at the kids playground better :cheesygri

[Fire Man]

does it do any damage to your door frame?

Not to my knowledge. However the foam on the part that supports the weight is black and can mark up the paint after a few uses. If you put a small cloth over it, problem solved.

For $29.99 you can't go wrong.

[M.D.]

I recommend this: No drilling required what so ever http://www.fitnesstown.ca/site_assets/www.fitnesstown.ca/images/dynamic/secx.jpg

Thanks, but I think I'm going to settle for the bathandbeyond iron gym for $30.

Looks solid and a great deal imo.

[JustinZ]

i second the one from bed bath and beyond, picked it up for 29.99 not too long ago.

+1

[M.D.]

Not to my knowledge. However the foam on the part that supports the weight is black and can mark up the paint after a few uses. If you put a small cloth over it, problem solved.

For $29.99 you can't go wrong.

It says on the site that the bar measures 20 3/4" long, which seems to be not wide enough to settle on the door frame. I'm guessing that number is incorrect, but can anyone tell me the correct measurements. Just wanted to see how it would fit on my doorframe.

[threadone]

A few caveats for those looking at these removable iron gym type pull up bars is the wide of your door and the thickness of your wall/door trim. I bought one and am really limited to where I can use it.

The bar has a maximum wide of 32" and the room I wanted to use this in has a 36" frame. Also, some of my interior walls were built with 6" studs which prevents the bar from reaching around to the other side of the wall. Works good if you've got 3.5" walls only.

Another annoying thing is it really dents up the door trim so make sure you add extra padding on the trim or on the bar.

[rice_demon]

i went into GNC (several vancouver locations) and they are selling the power gym for 39.99 and if you have the gold card it is 31.99

[Scryed]

Hey guys,

I recently purchased the Power Gym pull up bar from CT. Problem was that my walls are too thin (seems to be the case for most town houses/condo/apartments). The bar would not sit properly on the wall/door. My walls are about 3 to 3.5 inches thick. Does anyone know of any other pull up bar that will work with my thin wall? I'm trying to find something like the one posted where you can easily hang the pull up bar on the door trim.

[superskid]

I recommend this: No drilling required what so ever http://www.fitnesstown.ca/site_assets/www.fitnesstown.ca/images/dynamic/secx.jpg

Which model is this one, and where do I buy it?

[actng]

i bought one and it's a waste of time because i live in a condo and my walls are not thick enough to have a thicker door which means the bar doesn't stay up on its own.

make sure you measure your door and don't believe the box when it says "fits in any door way" cuz the store i bought it from also has a no returns policy.

so now i'm stuck with a power gym bar with no use. if anyone wants it for $60, let me know.

[Scryed]

i bought one and it's a waste of time because i live in a condo and my walls are not thick enough to have a thicker door which means the bar doesn't stay up on its own.

make sure you measure your door and don't believe the box when it says "fits in any door way" cuz the store i bought it from also has a no returns policy.

so now i'm stuck with a power gym bar with no use. if anyone wants it for $60, let me know.

Same here man. Does anyone know if the Iron Gym will fit thinner walls rather than the power gym? My walls are about 3 to 3.5 inches thick.

[mwong168]

Same here man. Does anyone know if the Iron Gym will fit thinner walls rather than the power gym? My walls are about 3 to 3.5 inches thick.

I think this was the reason why my friend got the Perfect Pull up for his condo because it doesn't matter how thick your walls are. He tried the ones like Iron gym and didn't work for him.

[Scryed]

I think this was the reason why my friend got the Perfect Pull up for his condo because it doesn't matter how thick your walls are. He tried the ones like Iron gym and didn't work for him.

Thanks! I had a feeling other models wouldn't work. Don't understand why they can't make it adjustable.

[mwong168]

Thanks! I had a feeling other models wouldn't work. Don't understand why they can't make it adjustable.

Well I wouldn't say other models won't work but he tried one similar to the Iron gym but returned it. Personally I like the pefect pull up's mounting compared to using the wall and door frame unless it was like this :)

http://xs223.xs.to/xs223/08030/img_0081856.jpg

[kohlio1979]

Hey guys,

I recently purchased the Power Gym pull up bar from CT. Problem was that my walls are too thin (seems to be the case for most town houses/condo/apartments). The bar would not sit properly on the wall/door. My walls are about 3 to 3.5 inches thick. Does anyone know of any other pull up bar that will work with my thin wall? I'm trying to find something like the one posted where you can easily hang the pull up bar on the door trim.

i had the same exact problem. Unfortunately all of these pull up bars are around the same size and will not fit on the doorframes in condos or apartments... the sucky thing is that my doorframes are also too thin for the perfect pull-up or any of the other ones that you can drill into the walls so i'm stuck using resistance bands on hooks... damn modern living!

[dbdudley]

Sweet, I've been thinking about where to find one of these for a while. Bad Bath and Beyond would not have been at the top of my list... will check it out!

[M.D.]

hmmm all this talk about non-fitting..would the door gym fit on my doorframe of 0.5" thick from wall and 5" in wideness?
http://www.picamatic.com/show/2009/04/01/12/19/3114409_bigthumb.jpg (http://www.picamatic.com/view/3114409_IMG_0236/)

[Mike_wang]

I got mine from a local dealer for 50 bucks straight no tax.



http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/spo/1095403544.html

[MS MSP]

not sure why eneyone's having problems but I'm using the Iron Gym (purchase from Bed, Bath & Beyond) in my Condo with no problems.

[chex]

I recommend this: No drilling required what so ever http://www.fitnesstown.ca/site_assets/www.fitnesstown.ca/images/dynamic/secx.jpg

Where can I get this? My local kijiji/craigslist sellers are offering a similar-looking bar in blue that comes in a brown cardboard box with no design/advertising...

[jakeoh]

I have the one from Walmart for sale, if anyone is interested. I'm in Quebec City but will ship if necessary. I installed my own pull-up bar in the basement. PM if interested.

[jonat]

I have the one from Walmart for sale, if anyone is interested. I'm in Quebec City but will ship if necessary. I installed my own pull-up bar in the basement. PM if interested.

Hey, I'm from Quebec City! and I bought that crappy chin up bar too like to one we see some thread before... the Power Bar Gym... Big crap... If someone is interrested in it.. I'm selling it 10$ and I'm giving you 2 band-aid FREE... but you will need to sign a letter of discharge before you leave.

[kleptodathief]

dam that iron gym 30 bux one is not bad...where in the GTA is this store, i'll use the curtis gps!:cheesygri:idea: also gotta BT that huge p90x series...thing is HUGE file!

[Wildfire]

dam that iron gym 30 bux one is not bad...where in the GTA is this store, i'll use the curtis gps!:cheesygri:idea: also gotta BT that huge p90x series...thing is HUGE file!

It's in Richmond Hill, on High Tech Road specifically.

I got the 13 DVDs of P90X off Newsgroups a few weeks back, look there.

[aku]

I saw the p90x one for $40 @ WM. Also, the $30 one thats been posted in this thread was a lot more from what i remember.

[M.D.]

Just picked up the iron gym, assembled it and tried it out..it seems to hold fine on my doorframe, but just wondering if the safety wedge is needed.

My doorframe:
http://www.picamatic.com/show/2009/04/01/12/19/3114409_bigthumb.jpg (http://www.picamatic.com/view/3114409_IMG_0236/)http://www.picamatic.com/show/2009/04/01/04/20/3116664_bigthumb.jpg (http://www.picamatic.com/view/3116664_IMG_0243/)

[Ebtek]

I bought the Power Gym from CT for $50 + tax. Then i was at GNC the following day and saw it for $35. i bought it at GNC and returned it to CT..


the one in this kit

http://www.shopnorthern.com/index.php?PN=111451108

[actng]

not sure why eneyone's having problems but I'm using the Iron Gym (purchase from Bed, Bath & Beyond) in my Condo with no problems.

can you take pics of your set up?
the bar on the inside of your door, the bar from the outside of your door, closeup of the thickness of your door frame, etc

[moebius]

I don't have a door, so I am looking to install something on the sides and then a chinning bar across. I would like to be able to slide the bar in and out as needed. Any setup like that one?

[La Pedrera]

Seems like all this is a bit silly.. 50$.. 40$.. 29.99$.. or whatever. Is there anything wrong with a tree branch? A kids park with a swing set or monkey bars?

:)

[MS MSP]

can you take pics of your set up?
the bar on the inside of your door, the bar from the outside of your door, closeup of the thickness of your door frame, etc

mine looks exactly like the pic in post #48.

I use the metal clip (wedge) but it holds up my 200 pounds without it.

[Tilter]

Seems like all this is a bit silly.. 50$.. 40$.. 29.99$.. or whatever. Is there anything wrong with a tree branch? A kids park with a swing set or monkey bars?

:)
You're paying for convenience and comfort (grip). Pads vs Bark/metal. If you have to walk 10-15 minutes there and back everyday, thats adding extra time to begin the activity.

[M.D.]

mine looks exactly like the pic in post #48.

I use the metal clip (wedge) but it holds up my 200 pounds without it.

Did you have to cut a hole to install the safety wedge in your door frame?

[M.D.]

You're paying for convenience and comfort (grip). Pads vs Bark/metal. If you have to walk 10-15 minutes there and back everyday, thats adding extra time to begin the activity.

plus the fact that you have to live in the tropics to work-out all year round, even then there are rainy days.

[MS MSP]

Did you have to cut a hole to install the safety wedge in your door frame?

no, it slides behind the door frame trim

[M.D.]

no, it slides behind the door frame trim

hmmm..is your door trim like mine? i don't see any way to slide it in.

[4flava]

Just picked up the iron gym, assembled it and tried it out..it seems to hold fine on my doorframe, but just wondering if the safety wedge is needed.

My doorframe:
http://www.picamatic.com/show/2009/04/01/12/19/3114409_bigthumb.jpg (http://www.picamatic.com/view/3114409_IMG_0236/)http://www.picamatic.com/show/2009/04/01/04/20/3116664_bigthumb.jpg (http://www.picamatic.com/view/3116664_IMG_0243/)

I also have the Iron Gym... paid a whopping $15 but it's amazing.. it holds me fine and I'm about 180.. I also don't use the safety wedge.

[Canada_7]

I bought the Power Gym from CT for $50 + tax. Then i was at GNC the following day and saw it for $35. i bought it at GNC and returned it to CT..


the one in this kit

http://www.shopnorthern.com/index.php?PN=111451108

It's $35 at GNC? Ugh, just got it for $40 at Walmart. Not gonna return it...the gas to return it and then get it again at GNC is already the $5 right there probably :lol: .

or try this
http://www.canadiantire.ca/browse/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=84552444209 5385&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=1408474396672232&bmUID=1238511613480

ive seen cheaper ones for 9.99 when it goes on sale at cdn tire

I already have that one...though I got the Power Gym one tonight for P90x, in case there's anything this one can't really do. Like someone else mentioned, it's sorta leaving black marks on the door frame. I don't use the screw and that other thing to hold it in place, just sorta screw it tight...it's held properly for the time I've used it. If I don't end up needing the Power Gym, I might return it. I'm sorta worried though, my door trims are as thin as the one's seen in M.D.'s pictures.

Btw, is there a difference between the Power Gym and the Power Gym Pro, or are they the same thing? I've been reading how the one at Walmart is basic or something.

[gottagetta]

The Bed Bath and Beyond looks promising.

[actng]

mine looks exactly like the pic in post #48.

I use the metal clip (wedge) but it holds up my 200 pounds without it.


those pics don't show how the bar is actually sitting but if you're safe and comfortable with it, it has to mean your door frame is thicker than mine, which is more than 3.5"

[M.D.]

The Bed Bath and Beyond looks promising.

Yep, its really a great piece of equipment. I was using it to do some chin-ups, push-ups and dips today and man, my muscles are burning. Just tried doing one chin-up and couldn't even do it even if my life depended on it :lol:

[Canada_7]

Oh man...I tried to hang the Power Gym on my door earlier...there's VERY little leverage. I'm really scared I'll fall if I accidently swing a little. Good thing I have somewhat of a backup chinup bar. Thinking if I should hang onto the Power Gym...

[tydirium]

I've had 2 pull up bars,

I just sold the Lifegear bar i bought at CT; After a while, it cracks the door frame.

I've been using the premium bar from treadmillfactory for 8 weeks on p90x with no issue. It's good for large doors non standard 24" doors.

[mwong168]

Just a heads up for people that are planning to buy a chin up bar or have bought anything from fitness source. If you ordered anything online you will probably want to call your credit card company and request a charge back because I don't think you are going to get your products. The company is going under and closed all 9 stores already, website is down.

Love live Bed Bath and Beyond, Canadian Tire, Wal-mart and Treadmillfactory.ca :)

Confirmation:
http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showpost.php?p=8521749&postcount=5

[snider]

Ended up ordering the BedandBath one, came to $46 after shipping and taxes still half the price of what the P90X one would be after shipping+taxes. Can't wait to try it out.

[lindyb]

I picked up a chin-up bar to do P90X at Winners for $25...
It is similar to this one as well:
http://www.shopnorthern.com/index.php?PN=111451108

I also picked up resistance bands and push up handles there. I know stock at Winners can never be counted on, but I generally find they have good deals on fitness equipment.

[gottagetta]

I picked up a chin-up bar to do P90X at Winners for $25...
It is similar to this one as well:
http://www.shopnorthern.com/index.php?PN=111451108

I also picked up resistance bands and push up handles there. I know stock at Winners can never be counted on, but I generally find they have good deals on fitness equipment.

Was this recent? I'll have to check my local Winners for this.

[lindyb]

Was this recent? I'll have to check my local Winners for this.

About 2 weeks ago

[jakeoh]

Hey, I'm from Quebec City! and I bought that crappy chin up bar too like to one we see some thread before... the Power Bar Gym... Big crap... If someone is interrested in it.. I'm selling it 10$ and I'm giving you 2 band-aid FREE... but you will need to sign a letter of discharge before you leave.Actually I had no problem with mine but it just was more space efficient to install a standard one on the ceiling for me.

[Screwball]

I picked one up tonight at the Bed Bath and Beyond in Oakville. They had a whole skid near the front of the store.

Put it together and it's a very sturdy piece of equipment.

They recommend the frame be 28" to 32".

The door frames in my condo are 34" - which it mentions in the manual that you buy an extension bar but it still rests on the door frame and works great.

Now to only be able to do more then 2-3 reps.

[zoolander]

New baby on the way, can't go to the gym and muay thai class, going to have to work out more at home. This one at BBaB, will it wreck your door frame? Can I do wide-grip pull ups on it?

[alexistarzi]

I bought the one from The Treadmill Factory. It was a lot heavier than the ones at Walmart and Canadian Tire. In fact, the bar is one pc and therefore does not have any weak spots. The ones at CT and Wall Mart need to be bolted at the middle of the bar causing a stress point. Just my 2 cents.

[ibetan]

how wide does the door trim have to be?

[t3359]

Looks like the Iron Gym is available from GNC as well (don't remember if someone already said that) - $30
GNC (http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3360545&cp=2566600.3225483.2596367)

edit: ooops, this is the US site.

My preference so far is the Ultimate Fitness deluxe chin-up bar though.

bjl

[MacBuster]

What about with kipping pullups via crossfit. Can you kip on one of these things or just do a deadhang pullup?

I don't think I would kip on these.

While good kipping pullups don't involve a ton of lateral forces, it's still easy to do and I think this would yank right out.

[ayumon]

I got the iron gym from bed bath and beyond just few days ago..
how can i utilize the iron gym to work on my back ?
if i put iron gym on the floor i can do iron gym push ups and that works chest musle.. but the pull ups seems to just work on my arms ..?!?

[t3359]

I got the iron gym from bed bath and beyond just few days ago..
how can i utilize the iron gym to work on my back ?
if i put iron gym on the floor i can do iron gym push ups and that works chest musle.. but the pull ups seems to just work on my arms ..?!?

take a wide grip, and push your torso forward inline with your arms. that'll do some back for you!

edit: ooops, I just looked at the Iron Gym - might not be able to do a wide grip on these...

bjl

[t3359]

Anyone know if the Ultimately Fit Deluxe Chin-Up bar and the Power Trainer Pro are a one-piece bar? They seem to be from the photos, but I can't tell for sure.

Ultimately Fit (http://www.ultimatelyfit.com/accessories.html)

Power Trainer Pro (http://www.asseenontv.com/prod-pages/pwrtrnr_ontv.html)

thanks...
bjl

[actuarial]

Just to add: The ones people are posting for $30 are NOT the ones I was talking about in the OP. The one in the OP has extra grips on it so you can do wider versions of all the exercises, to work your back more. It's the exact one sold on beachbody.com to go with P90x.

I live in a condo, and although the doors were too thin, I fixed this problem by getting two longer screws, and putting a spacer between the upward facing bars and the one that sits on the frame to shorten the distance. I also used the mounting brackets that are included (at least the one from treadmillfactory came with them, I can't speak to other places). Started P90x on Monday. As of today I can barely move!

[actng]

I live in a condo, and although the doors were too thin, I fixed this problem by getting two longer screws, and putting a spacer between the upward facing bars and the one that sits on the frame to shorten the distance. I also used the mounting brackets that are included (at least the one from treadmillfactory came with them, I can't speak to other places). Started P90x on Monday. As of today I can barely move!

can you post pics please

[Dash]

Looks like the Iron Gym is available from GNC as well (don't remember if someone already said that) - $30
GNC (http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3360545&cp=2566600.3225483.2596367)

My preference so far is the Ultimate Fitness deluxe chin-up bar though.

bjl

that's the US site. is it available in Canada?

[t3359]

that's the US site. is it available in Canada?

Ahhh, didn't notice that - can't find product listings on the GNC Canada site...

bjl

[rice_demon]

i went into GNC (several vancouver locations) and they are selling the power gym for 39.99 and if you have the gold card it is 31.99

there u go

[xanatos]

Yep some pics of setups would be nice.

I've had a pullup bar for years, it seems for those who want a doorway setup (many people are limited to this) you kind of have two options:

1. Mounted single bar (like CT's LifeGear bar (http://www.canadiantire.ca/browse/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=84552444209 5385&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=1408474396672232&bmUID=1238691136903))
Pros:
-Very strong (as they screw into the 2x4s of a doorjamb)
-You can do kipping and dynamic movements as the bar is stable
-Because of stability, I find they offer more versatility, i.e. I hand gymnast rings off of mine, use towels/bands off it

Cons:
-you have to put holes in the doorjamb
-limited grips

2. Friction/Leverage bars (like the Power Trainer Pro (http://www.amazon.com/Power-Trainer-Pro-Pull-Bar/dp/B001AT3O8A))

Pros:
-easy on and off (no need to drill holes)
-allow for many different grips

Cons:
-require a door trim
-they depend on the weight of the person to stay in place. So if you want to do kipping/dynamic movements, it could fall off
-less stable (I wouldn't hang rings off of these)

Now my question is, are there other setups out there? I'd be interested to know.

[Chaosx]

So, who wants P90x+?
;)

[actuarial]

can you post pics please

http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu164/actuarial_photos/Frame_Brackets-1.jpg

http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu164/actuarial_photos/Modified_Screws.jpg

[actng]

what about pictures of how you overcame the "thinner" walls part?

i wanna see how you got the bar to stay flat and flush against the wall on top of the door trim when the walls are too thin causing the front of the bar to rotate into the door frame which causes the bar to not sit flush on top of the door trim...

[actuarial]

what about pictures of how you overcame the "thinner" walls part?

i wanna see how you got the bar to stay flat and flush against the wall on top of the door trim when the walls are too thin causing the front of the bar to rotate into the door frame which causes the bar to not sit flush on top of the door trim...

That's why the spacers are for. They push the bar which sits against the trim 'closer' to the trim. It's still a little off (I wouldn't want to use it just on the trim, as I also have thin trim), but when it's in the mounting brackets it works just fine.

The total distance which needs to be covered is the space between the bar, and the piece that sits against the trim at the top. The spacers move the top piece closer to the bar.

[t3359]

what about pictures of how you overcame the "thinner" walls part?

i wanna see how you got the bar to stay flat and flush against the wall on top of the door trim when the walls are too thin causing the front of the bar to rotate into the door frame which causes the bar to not sit flush on top of the door trim...

I think it's those white spacers he put between the beams and the door frame pad (lower photo).

[superskid]

I am looking for a ceiling chin up bar that I can just mount in my unfinished basement. Preferably one that also offers angled grips. If anyone has any idea one where I could find one it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

[actng]

sorry i just saw the spacers... couldn't see them the first few times looking at it.

what material is the spacer? I'm going to need to do the same thing - is it safe?

[tydirium]

I live in a condo, and although the doors were too thin, I fixed this problem by getting two longer screws, and putting a spacer between the upward facing bars and the one that sits on the frame to shorten the distance. I also used the mounting brackets that are included (at least the one from treadmillfactory came with them, I can't speak to other places). Started P90x on Monday. As of today I can barely move!

actuarial; what material did you use to make the spacers? keep up with the p90x. just bring it!

[actuarial]

actuarial; what material did you use to make the spacers? keep up with the p90x. just bring it!

I have no idea what they are made out of. They came included with an LCD mount I purchased a while back (same as the longer screws). I have been using it a few weeks now, with no problems, but I don't weigh much. I made sure they were screwed in nice and tight, so some of the burden is transferred to the spacers, and I think it can only come down if the screw snaps in half.

And I am bringing it, which is why I'm so sore! I'm drinking so much water now too that my weight is going crazy (+/- 3 pounds a day). I actually want to gain weight overall so I'm not too worried about that though.

[t3359]

Found it for $49.99, free shipping (over $49). Never heard of this company though - anyone?

Health Harmony (https://www.healthharmony.ca/)
Power Trainer Pro (https://www.healthharmony.ca/product/4230/Fitness)

Company is here (GTA) but it doesn't look like they have local pick-up:
Health & Harmony
5900 Finch Avenue East
Scarborough, Ontario, M1B 5X7

Anyone know if the power trainer pro is a one piece bar?

bjl

[enthralled]

I am looking for a ceiling chin up bar that I can just mount in my unfinished basement. Preferably one that also offers angled grips. If anyone has any idea one where I could find one it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

I was just looking for the same thing. If you don't mind ordering from the states, new york barbells has some nice ceiling/joist mounted chin up bars.
http://www.newyorkbarbells.com/chinning.html

[superskid]

I was just looking for the same thing. If you don't mind ordering from the states, new york barbells has some nice ceiling/joist mounted chin up bars.
http://www.newyorkbarbells.com/chinning.html

I little on the pricey side, but it is what I am looking for.

[Chaps]

Found it for $49.99, free shipping (over $49). Never heard of this company though - anyone?

Health Harmony (https://www.healthharmony.ca/)
Power Trainer Pro (https://www.healthharmony.ca/product/4230/Fitness)

Company is here (GTA) but it doesn't look like they have local pick-up:
Health & Harmony
5900 Finch Avenue East
Scarborough, Ontario, M1B 5X7

Anyone know if the power trainer pro is a one piece bar?

bjl

It`s owned by Doubleday Canada so should be good.

I just placed my order, so I`ll let you know. Got the Power Trainer Pro, plus a free gift (tote) and free shipping. $52.xx after tax.

[5abi]

walmart has the power gym (as seen on tv one) for $39.97 this week. i am still looking for one that is angled and not a straight bar though

http://www.shopnorthern.com/index.php?PN=100700901

[MC25]

I just bought the Power Trainer Pro pull up bar on ebay...came to about $32 shipped.... over $20 off in stores, Im happy with that.

I am hoping Im going to be able to do close grip chin ups as well as wide grip... there is foam in the middle bar, so Im hoping thats what Its for.

https://www.healthharmony.ca/images/uploads/100601_400.jpg

[acekiller]

I just bought the Power Trainer Pro pull up bar on ebay...came to about $32 shipped.... over $20 off in stores, Im happy with that.

I am hoping Im going to be able to do close grip chin ups as well as wide grip... there is foam in the middle bar, so Im hoping thats what Its for.

https://www.healthharmony.ca/images/uploads/100601_400.jpg

wow, who's the seller? the cheapest one i see is $40 + shipping?!?

[t3359]

I just bought the Power Trainer Pro pull up bar on ebay...came to about $32 shipped.... over $20 off in stores, Im happy with that.

I am hoping Im going to be able to do close grip chin ups as well as wide grip... there is foam in the middle bar, so Im hoping thats what Its for.

https://www.healthharmony.ca/images/uploads/100601_400.jpg

Wow, that's a great price! I looked too, but only found ones that charged ~$40 for shipping.

MC, is the main horizontal bar a single piece? I was talking with the kijiji guy and it seemed like the main bar had to be scrwed together.

bjl

[instanoodles]

Well if anyone is working out in their basement with the floor joists exposed here is what I did for mine. Went to home depot and bought a 1/2 black iron pipe and the foam insulation to wrap around it. Then took tape and warped the insulation tight to the bar. Next measured two pieces of 2x4 and screwed the into the side of the floor joists and used a whole drill to put the bar in. Works amazing and cost like 10 bucks

[belowzeros]

I have no idea what they are made out of. They came included with an LCD mount I purchased a while back (same as the longer screws). I have been using it a few weeks now, with no problems, but I don't weigh much. I made sure they were screwed in nice and tight, so some of the burden is transferred to the spacers, and I think it can only come down if the screw snaps in half.

And I am bringing it, which is why I'm so sore! I'm drinking so much water now too that my weight is going crazy (+/- 3 pounds a day). I actually want to gain weight overall so I'm not too worried about that though.


thanks for the pics it gave me some ideas for my own place. I live in a really old house and there really isn't any jam that I can put a bar in.

I'd be scared to used the spacers and longer unsupported screws on mine though. I think they might shear off after some repeated use at my weight.

[gottagetta]

I picked up the Iron Gym at Bed Bath and Beyond and tried it out. It works great. The quality does seem a bit cheap but if you're using it causally, it should be fine.

[Scryed]

Actuarial, genius idea with the spacer and longer screw. I might just might go out and buy the power gym again, and install longer screws and metal spacers from Home depot or something. I would recommend using some sort of metal spacer with washers, cause that's what I'm going to do.

[belowzeros]

Actuarial, genius idea with the spacer and longer screw. I might just might go out and buy the power gym again, and install longer screws and metal spacers from Home depot or something. I would recommend using some sort of metal spacer with washers, cause that's what I'm going to do.


that's a really good idea. i wonder what gives more tensile strength, washers stacked or a good solid metal spacer...probably doesn't matter tho when using that revised method

[actng]

i've been looking for a hack for weeks and ever since i read the mod in this thread i've been thinking really hard whether it's safe...

esp since the spacer he used was for his LCD and none of us will be able obtain that exact same "proven" spacer... i don't even know where to begin searching for the appropriate hardware to mod.

i'd trust the guys at home depot but bringing the bar there with me just seems kind of stupid. but short of doing that i don't know how i can explain to anyone what i'm trying to do...

[t3359]

i've been looking for a hack for weeks and ever since i read the mod in this thread i've been thinking really hard whether it's safe...

esp since the spacer he used was for his LCD and none of us will be able obtain that exact same "proven" spacer... i don't even know where to begin searching for the appropriate hardware to mod.

i'd trust the guys at home depot but bringing the bar there with me just seems kind of stupid. but short of doing that i don't know how i can explain to anyone what i'm trying to do...

Just go to Home Depot and get a metal spacer? You can cut them to length as well. If you're hardware savvy, you can match pipe diameter, cut to length, and file a groove to make it fit exactly... or even weld it :)

bjl

[Scryed]

that's a really good idea. i wonder what gives more tensile strength, washers stacked or a good solid metal spacer...probably doesn't matter tho when using that revised method

Now I'm starting to think washers stacked might be a better idea. Hmm, I'll have to take a look at home depot or Rona.

[pimpbob]

https://www.healthharmony.ca/images/uploads/100601_400.jpg

Just picked this exact same one up at Walmart yesterday with a demo p90x dvd for $29.99

[actng]

Just go to Home Depot and get a metal spacer? You can cut them to length as well. If you're hardware savvy, you can match pipe diameter, cut to length, and file a groove to make it fit exactly... or even weld it :)

bjl

it just feels like extending the length of that will increase the rotational force/torque (wahtever the proper physics temr is ) of the entire bar...

i guess i'd like someone to come up with a technical drawing to show it'll be safe before i really trust it. lol

[t3359]

I went by the Bed Bath & Beyond at High Tech Rd today - still had a pile near the cashiers.

bjl

[acekiller]

Just picked this exact same one up at Walmart yesterday with a demo p90x dvd for $29.99

really?!?! is it nation wide?? I can't find this one on their website? and the only one showed is the straight bar and it is $39!!

[belowzeros]

hey pimpbob does that package come with the metal mounting brackets? i am going to need them for my skinny jams

[MC25]

Just picked this exact same one up at Walmart yesterday with a demo p90x dvd for $29.99

Awww, really? I paid just over that and it needs to get shipped. Ah well, didnt lose anything, but just have to wait for it.

[t3359]

Just picked this exact same one up at Walmart yesterday with a demo p90x dvd for $29.99

Hot! I'll go check it out tomorrow!

bjl

[snider]

Received my Iron Gym from BednBath this evening and put it together. It's alright, does the job, hangs well from my doorframe without marking.

The only disappointment is that you can't really do a wide-grip pullup since most of the outer handles are pinning against the side door frames. From the looks of it the treadmill factory or even the Power Trainer Pro from a few posts up can do wide-grip, which btw looks a pretty good deal $30 from Walmart.

But for the price, I'm not complaining about the Iron Gym, it is pretty light, sturdy enough and is easy to put up and take down.

[acekiller]

Just picked this exact same one up at Walmart yesterday with a demo p90x dvd for $29.99

anyone found this in walmart? There is none in the one that I check, the closest one was $39 and it is out of stock?!?

[c5ho]

Just picked this exact same one up at Walmart yesterday with a demo p90x dvd for $29.99

Any details as to which location? Thanks.

[Jai_Ho]

THANKS. im gonna go check it out at WalMart

[Jai_Ho]

btw does it fit on all door frames? thanks in advance.

i just gave mine a pull and i can make it move.

[SizzleChest]

i just gave mine a pull and i can make it move.

so the little blue pills did the trick then?

[t3359]

Just picked this exact same one up at Walmart yesterday with a demo p90x dvd for $29.99

Went to the Richmond Hill (Bayview/Major Mac) location - they had the Iron Gym for $39.99, and the Perfect Pull-Up for $99.99. Bleh.

i just gave mine a pull and i can make it move.
so the little blue pills did the trick then?

Ha ha - you were just asking for it...!

bjl

[belowzeros]

Went to the Richmond Hill (Bayview/Major Mac) location - they had the Iron Gym for $39.99, and the Perfect Pull-Up for $99.99. Bleh.



I think I might have to go the pefect pullup route. I don't think the full blown bars will work but perfectpullup gives you a lot more install options for doors on corners, etc

[t3359]

It`s owned by Doubleday Canada so should be good.

I just placed my order, so I`ll let you know. Got the Power Trainer Pro, plus a free gift (tote) and free shipping. $52.xx after tax.

Thanks Chaps, let me know...

The Kijiji/Craigslist guy said it's two pieces, and the Health Harmony guy said it's one piece. :?:

bjl

[Silverbullet]

Sears has scratch and save this weekend, with minimum 25% off on fitness equipment. Should be able to get the Iron Gym for $30 or less.

[babaliciouz]

got powergym from walmart for 39.99....works like a charm...
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41m1ujUG3oL._SL500_AA280_.jpg

[acekiller]

Sears has scratch and save this weekend, with minimum 25% off on fitness equipment. Should be able to get the Iron Gym for $30 or less.

how does the scratch and save work? do i just show up and they will give me a tix? is it canada wide?

[Chaps]

Thanks Chaps, let me know...

The Kijiji/Craigslist guy said it's two pieces, and the Health Harmony guy said it's one piece. :?:

bjl

Alright mine arrived today. Shipping was pretty quick actually.

It's shipped in one box, maybe that's what he means. :D But you do have to put it together (7 pieces plus bolts)...takes about 5 minutes.

I would recommend the pro because it has so many more variations...and for the P90X program, they do a lot of different variations that you won't be able to do on the cheaper ones.

Anyways, H&H has free shipping and they included a little gift bag thing. I'd recommend them!

[yozyoz]

got powergym from walmart for 39.99....works like a charm...
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41m1ujUG3oL._SL500_AA280_.jpg

how thick does the doorframe need to be? because it seems it could fall off really easily :|

[Chaps]

I just bought the Power Trainer Pro pull up bar on ebay...came to about $32 shipped.... over $20 off in stores, Im happy with that.

I am hoping Im going to be able to do close grip chin ups as well as wide grip... there is foam in the middle bar, so Im hoping thats what Its for.

https://www.healthharmony.ca/images/uploads/100601_400.jpg

That's the exact one I just got today (shipped from H&H).

And yes, you can do close grip chinups. You can do lots of variations..that's why the Pro is better than the Power Gym.

[Chaps]

Wow, that's a great price! I looked too, but only found ones that charged ~$40 for shipping.

MC, is the main horizontal bar a single piece? I was talking with the kijiji guy and it seemed like the main bar had to be scrwed together.

bjl
The main bar is 2 pieces that slide into each other and held by 2 bolts.

The thing is solid as hell once it's put together though. There is no worries about it being unsturdy.

I used mine today. I weigh 210 and the thing is solid.

[t3359]

Sears has scratch and save this weekend, with minimum 25% off on fitness equipment. Should be able to get the Iron Gym for $30 or less.

Couldn't find the Iron Gym at sears.ca (http://sears.ca) - only found these (won't be less than $30):
Better Bodies Power Gym (http://www.sears.ca/gp/product/B001LR4MOQ/sr=1-2/qid=1239339064/ref=sr_1_2/181-3365211-3852363?ie=UTF8&searsBrand=core&mqnodeid=396417011)
Perfect Pull-Up (http://www.sears.ca/gp/product/B001J0ZFR8/sr=1-5/qid=1239339097/ref=sr_1_5/181-3365211-3852363?ie=UTF8&searsBrand=core&mqnodeid=396417011)
P90X thing (http://www.sears.ca/gp/product/B001JJO3JA/sr=1-23/qid=1239339160/ref=sr_1_23/181-3365211-3852363?ie=UTF8&searsBrand=core&mqnodeid=397070011)

Was it in-store?
bjl

[t3359]

The main bar is 2 pieces that slide into each other and held by 2 bolts.

The thing is solid as hell once it's put together though. There is no worries about it being unsturdy.

I used mine today. I weigh 210 and the thing is solid.

Sounds good - I'll order mine now!

thanks for the review...

bjl

[zoolander]

Anyone else confirm the Power Trainer PRO is available at Walmart?

[ngp]

Anyone else confirm the Power Trainer PRO is available at Walmart?

Don't think it's available there. Checked 2 locations.

[actng]

Anyone else confirm the Power Trainer PRO is available at Walmart?

i've seen in at walmart
they didn't put it in the same spot with the rest of the fitness stuff
so i thought they didn't have it / sold out / didn't carry it

so i went into the mall and bought it from the "showcase" store for $70

on my way out i walked through walmart and saw them on the shelves elsewhere in the store for less than what i just paid

showcase is no returns/exchanges :(

[belowzeros]

i've seen in at walmart
they didn't put it in the same spot with the rest of the fitness stuff
so i thought they didn't have it / sold out / didn't carry it


I've noticed the three walmarts around me have slightly different fitness / sporting goods stock so if you can't find it in one go to another if possible.


I'm getting depressed I can't find a way to mount a bar in my place.

I've been thinking about this though,
http://www.easychin.com/

My basement is open ceiling but only 6 feet up to the bottom of the beams...but it might work. Otherwise I'm going to have to build a contraption and that probably isn't possible either. Maybe I'll mp3 the video so I can get the audio and go to a park or something.

[t3359]

I picked up the Premium Chin-Up Bar from Treadmill Factory (link (http://www.treadmillfactory.ca/?goto=viewprod&id_prod=609)) - saw it at the store and it was of good quality.

Manual said it fits doors 24"-32", so I figured I was okay, since I lived in a house. Assembled it - high quality again - everything was wrapped in protective foam, then individually bagged. Put it up on the door and - what the heck - the tubes attached to the hand grips are resting against the door frame! I measured the door frame - 24". I measured the chin-up bar - it's 32" between the pads that are supposed to rest against the door frame! i.e., the door frame should be at least 32".

Ugh, guess I'll have to call them Monday. Another few days of wimpiness.

bjl

[Jai_Ho]

thanks for all the info here.(powerbar)


picked one up today.

easy to assemble.


everyone has a question about the door and if its solid...my door frame is about the same thickness or less as the powerbar.

its not a clamp or adjust on thing.

its just designed to fit on the door so its secure. and its solid. worth the buy..

[rambokid]

or try this
http://www.canadiantire.ca/browse/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=84552444209 5385&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=1408474396672232&bmUID=1238511613480

ive seen cheaper ones for 9.99 when it goes on sale at cdn tireThis will rip the door frame over time. I used it many years ago.

[big_mac]

I picked up the Premium Chin-Up Bar from Treadmill Factory (link (http://www.treadmillfactory.ca/?goto=viewprod&id_prod=609)) - saw it at the store and it was of good quality.

Manual said it fits doors 24"-32", so I figured I was okay, since I lived in a house. Assembled it - high quality again - everything was wrapped in protective foam, then individually bagged. Put it up on the door and - what the heck - the tubes attached to the hand grips are resting against the door frame! I measured the door frame - 24". I measured the chin-up bar - it's 32" between the pads that are supposed to rest against the door frame! i.e., the door frame should be at least 32".

Ugh, guess I'll have to call them Monday. Another few days of wimpiness.

bjl


Have you tried it on the doorframe. I am almost sure that it will work on a smaller door frame. I have one in the basement and I am sure the door frame is less than 30 inches (cannot check now because we have a sleepy niece down there). The black bar fit above the door and can extend beyond the door frame.

I have used it a number of time and seems like very good quality. Now just need to get my reps up.

[zoolander]

Which dept of Walmart did you people see the Power Trainer PRO, if it wasn't in the sporting section? Thanks.

[trinh85]

I saw the Powergym at GNC in scarborough Town for $31. It's the same one as in Walmart :cheesygri just thought everyone would like to know

[rice_demon]

I saw the Powergym at GNC in scarborough Town for $31. It's the same one as in Walmart :cheesygri just thought everyone would like to know

thats if you're dumb enough to have a GNC card

40 dollars reg price.

[trinh85]

thats if you're dumb enough to have a GNC card

40 dollars reg price.

Sorry, I didn't know how GNC worked, all I saw was the sign in the window:o

[Scryed]

i know we spoke about this before. Just letting you guys know that i bought the iron gym and i modified it so that it can be used on my thin walls (about 3 inches thick). Seems very stable so far! I would take pictures but i don't have a digital camera =(. Let me know if anyone is interested, and i'll try harder to get a picture up.

Basically all i did was extend out the part which sits flat against the upper wall. I bought new screws and something to fit around the screws for support. A couple of wide washers were used too for added support. Very stable and secure.

[deuces]

Which dept of Walmart did you people see the Power Trainer PRO, if it wasn't in the sporting section? Thanks.

I know a month ago i picked up the power trainer pro at Morningside Walmart location. For some reason it became out of stock in all the other walmarts i checked

[t3359]

Have you tried it on the doorframe. I am almost sure that it will work on a smaller door frame. I have one in the basement and I am sure the door frame is less than 30 inches (cannot check now because we have a sleepy niece down there). The black bar fit above the door and can extend beyond the door frame.

I have used it a number of time and seems like very good quality. Now just need to get my reps up.

Yeah, I've tried it on the door frame. My door is 24 inches wide, and when centered on the door, the two locations marked below (not the pads) are on the door frame. The width between the two marked points is 24 inches.

http://img206.imageshack.us/img206/9950/chinupbar.th.jpg

bjl

[nkwu]

i've seen in at walmart
they didn't put it in the same spot with the rest of the fitness stuff
so i thought they didn't have it / sold out / didn't carry it

so i went into the mall and bought it from the "showcase" store for $70

on my way out i walked through walmart and saw them on the shelves elsewhere in the store for less than what i just paid

showcase is no returns/exchanges :(

I assume you went to the scarborough STC wal-mart?

I walked around today and couldn't find it, do you remember where it was located?

I'm not looking to pay $70

Thanks!

[rf134a]

Which dept of Walmart did you people see the Power Trainer PRO, if it wasn't in the sporting section? Thanks.

Try the fitness section. I found mine by the weights & benches.

How do you get the little grips onto the bar? I've tried a blowdryer to soften it up and some lube but it still won't go on. :(

[digital99]

Try cooking oil.

[suspekt]

ordered the Power Trainer Pro from www.HealthHarmony.ca and this thing is awesome! it came with a P90X workout dvd and was only $52cdn shipped.

why pay 70+ or trek around to every different walmart when you can get it sipped free?

either way- highly recommended.

[bigEfromGP]

ordered the Power Trainer Pro from www.HealthHarmony.ca and this thing is awesome! it came with a P90X workout dvd and was only $52cdn shipped.

why pay 70+ or trek around to every different walmart when you can get it sipped free?

either way- highly recommended.

Link for others looking:

http://www.healthharmony.ca/product/4230/Fitness

[pitabread]

Link for others looking:

http://www.healthharmony.ca/product/4230/Fitness

agree this is pretty good price! I got the same thing on ebay shipped from TO. It's similar to the 70 dollar one as suggested.

[nkwu]

thanks for the link guys - there's none @ STC... or at least I couldn't find any aside from @ Showcase...

[belowzeros]

agree this is pretty good price! I got the same thing on ebay shipped from TO. It's similar to the 70 dollar one as suggested.


yea they are very similar, the 70 dollar one has a 300lb weight limit and comes with hooks for above your door frame to either raise the bar above the trim if you have low doorways or just add support on the trim.

[exrcoupe]

I looked at it at the As Seen on TV Store and I saw that it's made of a bunch of pieces that you bolt together. Over time these will come loose and won't work very well.

[pitabread]

yea they are very similar, the 70 dollar one has a 300lb weight limit and comes with hooks for above your door frame to either raise the bar above the trim if you have low doorways or just add support on the trim.

The shown on tv one comes with the hooks as well, it's a metal bracket with screws.

However it says it can support up to 250lb and not 300lb.

[pitabread]

I looked at it at the As Seen on TV Store and I saw that it's made of a bunch of pieces that you bolt together. Over time these will come loose and won't work very well.

All the other ones I've looked at with the extended bars have screws. Are there some bars out there with out screws?

You can always tighten them if they do become loose.

[c5ho]

Just picked this exact same one up at Walmart yesterday with a demo p90x dvd for $29.99

Turns out the one I saw at Walmart is the Power Gym and not Power Trainer. pimpbob has not replied to say which location he bought the Power Trainer for $29.99. Is it common for different Wal-marts to have different prices? Perhaps if pimpbob posts his receipt, we can get other locations to match that price?

[t3359]

All the other ones I've looked at with the extended bars have screws. Are there some bars out there with out screws?

You can always tighten them if they do become loose.

I got the $60 or $70 one (I forget) from Treadmill Factory... the main bar is a single piece. Note my above rant about the minimum door size!

bjl

[Writer]

If you have a basement, go buy a short length of galvanized pipe for a couple bucks. Then go buy a roll of galvanized steel strapping for a few bucks. Then go buy a handful of screws and bolts for a few dollars more.

Very easy to hang your own bar for under $20 (including lots of leftover bolts, strapping, etc.) that will take 400+ lbs.

[t3359]

If you have a basement, go buy a short length of galvanized pipe for a couple bucks. Then go buy a roll of galvanized steel strapping for a few bucks. Then go buy a handful of screws and bolts for a few dollars more.

Very easy to hang your own bar for under $20 (including lots of leftover bolts, strapping, etc.) that will take 400+ lbs.

Galvanized pipes are NOT endorsed by Chuck Norris or Lindsay Lohan... :-0

nah, i used a thick copper pipe when I was at my parents'... worked well... just have to pick the right diameter of pipe. The pipe we ended up with was still a bit bigger than what it should have been. Not sure how strong copper or galvanized steel pipes are at the same diameters as the commercial non-Chuck Norris bars.

bjl

[actng]

http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu164/actuarial_photos/Frame_Brackets-1.jpg

http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu164/actuarial_photos/Modified_Screws.jpg

how is this working out so far actuarial?

[doltbuster]

how is this working out so far actuarial?

I also had the problem where the walls were too thin. Not sure if it's effective as using spacers, but I just placed a pair of socks between the wall frame and two arms of the bar.

[baileyr]

How do you get the little grips onto the bar? I've tried a blowdryer to soften it up and some lube but it still won't go on. :(

Use a small amount of dish washing soap. DON'T use cooking oil!

The dish soap will dry up and get sticky - it works great for anything like this...

[actng]

I also had the problem where the walls were too thin. Not sure if it's effective as using spacers, but I just placed a pair of socks between the wall frame and two arms of the bar.

is that safe?

[doltbuster]

is that safe?

I've been using it for a couple of weeks now and everything is fine. It seems to be stabler with the socks. I figure since the clips don't protrude from the wall, the weight is distributed equally on all eight screws. Just make sure the rolled up socks or whatever you choose to use is equivalent in size. Keep in mind however that I don't weigh a lot.

[blueeyes32guy]

I placed an order today for the Iron Gym Extreme

http://www.asseenontvguys.com/productimages/as_seen_on_tv_guys_1/iron-gym-extreme.jpg

[iamfob]

Get this one, it's pretty much the same and works, for $29.99!

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.ca/product.asp?order_num=-1&SKU=16159433&

i bought one from Bed Bath and Beyond, it's a great bar. I used it quite often and no damage to the door frame!

[M.D.]

i bought one from Bed Bath and Beyond, it's a great bar. I used it quite often and no damage to the door frame!

http://images.optiem.com/sherwin-williams/sher1226/img/bbbcoup.jpg

[trinh85]

http://images.optiem.com/sherwin-williams/sher1226/img/bbbcoup.jpg

very nice :cheesygri if i didnt already have one, id use this to pick up one ;)
day 83 of p90x :D

[HeyYoWL]

Hey guys, just bought the Iron Gym from BBB with that coupon (thanks for that btw! :D), but I was wondering if anyone has tried that Power Gym Pro? How is it? Or the one for 49.99 that came with the P90x DVD? Which is best out of these? I'm going to be keeping this thing for many years (hopefully), so better to spend a little extra now for something that'll last me a while.

[Aj23]

very nice :cheesygri if i didnt already have one, id use this to pick up one ;)
day 83 of p90x :D

How is it going for you? Any before and after pics?

[actuarial]

how is this working out so far actuarial?

Working out just fine. Through first month of p90x no problem (and was using it before hand just for regular exercise).

For p90x you have to do so many that I have to use a chair (way out in front of me) for a little support and it still works fine with that. The grips took a little bit of the paint off the door frame on the sides, so I might suggest wrapping a sock around it to stop the paint chipping.

Edit: I'm not that big (140 pounds) so I dunno how the spacers will hold for someone a lot bigger.

[HeyYoWL]

Hey does anyone know where to buy the Power Trainer Gym Pro in Toronto? I went to Wal-Mart and they didn't carry it. Preferrably in Richmond Hill if possible but anywhere in Toronto is fine really.

[wy29]

I too went to Walmart to hunt for the Power Trainer Pro, but found the shelves empty. I saw a $30ish tag for the regular Power Trainer, but no tag for the pro. This was at the Warden Walmart in Scarborough last week.

Managed to find the Power Trainer PRO at the ShowCase store, it was on sale for $59.99. The Iron Gym is sold there too, but it costs $40+. So I decided to go with the $29 Iron Gym at the Bed Bath & Beyond instead. I figured paying double for a bar won't gain twice the muscle mass.

At home, I mounted the bar on my apartment door. The width of my door measures 28 inches and the door trim width is about 3.2inch. The Iron Gym fits, though that bar is resting on the trim on an edge, instead of on a flat surface because of the thin door trim. The edge of the bar is far from the edge of the trim, so it's ok. It's stable enough to do chin-ups, but not a good idea to swing. The bar is also good for doing push ups without getting hands dirty on the floor.

In conclusion, it's a nice bar. Could have been better if it serves drinks too.:lol:

[Aj23]

So is the iron gym good enough or is it worth it to buy a more expensive bar? Are they just all the same thing?

[vincent-poon]

I placed an order today for the Iron Gym Extreme

http://www.asseenontvguys.com/productimages/as_seen_on_tv_guys_1/iron-gym-extreme.jpg

do they sell this at retail stores here?
like walmart or gnc or bbb?

[Explode]

The bar with the loops and extra handles for the wide grip is worth the money. If you really want to work out you have to spend money sometimes. The wide grip bars are what make it worth it since most peoples arms would have to be wider than the door frame to do wide grip pull ups.

[moebius]

Do you have to bend the knees when using this? I am tall and my door frame is just 10 cm taller than me.

[Explode]

Do you have to bend the knees when using this? I am tall and my door frame is just 10 cm taller than me.

If your arms are longer than 10 cm stretched out I would guess yes. Most people have to bend their knees in some way for a doorway pullup bar.

[Aj23]

The bar with the loops and extra handles for the wide grip is worth the money. If you really want to work out you have to spend money sometimes. The wide grip bars are what make it worth it since most peoples arms would have to be wider than the door frame to do wide grip pull ups.

Would to Iron Gym from Bed Bath and Beyond do this? If not, which is the cheapest, that is good and does this?

[t3359]

If your arms are longer than 10 cm stretched out I would guess yes. Most people have to bend their knees in some way for a doorway pullup bar.

No, if your arms are 10 cm plus the height of your head + neck :)

Well, I do have to bend my knees, and I'm just average height.

bjl

[Diamond_Ace]

The Power Gym is $31.99 at the GNC store with the GNC gold card. $39.99 without.

http://www.amazon.com/Power-Trainer-Pull-Door-Exercise/dp/B000OWK8HE

[blueeyes32guy]

do they sell this at retail stores here?
like walmart or gnc or bbb?

No this is the newer version of the Iron Gym, the Iron Gym Extreme, you have to order it from the States. I'm hoping to get it this week. I tried ordering from Amazon.com, but it wouldn't ship to Canada for some reason. I can give you the link where I ordered from. It came to $69.94 total with shipping

[actng]

do they sell this at retail stores here?
like walmart or gnc or bbb?

yeah you can buy this retail here
i saw some at walmart weeks ago but apparently no one's seen them lately

i bought mine from showcase "as seen on tv" store but it's expensive there.

there are also various links posted in this thread as to where you can buy that bar.

one place that hasn't been mentioned yet is at the corner of brimley and progress, northwest corner in an industrial plaza.

[HeyYoWL]

After considering it, I'd rather get a bar that gives me the ability to do wide grip chin ups. Does anyone know where I can spend the least to get one? :) Iron Gym Extreme or Power Trainer Gym Pro are both fine, but only up til $49.99. If you're going to go $59.99 you might as well get the one in the original post, that's $59.99 as well but one piece. Any help would be appreciated. :)

[mattchoo]

I got mine from a local dealer for 50 bucks straight no tax.



http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/spo/1095403544.html

thanks for the link.

in fact, i called the guy, told him I'd pick it up instead of him having to deliver it (either Dufferin/College or Dufferin/401), and he went $40 flat... cash obviously.

and since this is the Power Trainer Pro (with the slanted bars), it's a pretty good deal! done and done!!

his number is: Louie 416-731-4328 (hope he doesn't mind me putting his ph# up here!! prob not, since I'm driving business!!)

[smackyouupsome]

After considering it, I'd rather get a bar that gives me the ability to do wide grip chin ups. Does anyone know where I can spend the least to get one? :) Iron Gym Extreme or Power Trainer Gym Pro are both fine, but only up til $49.99. If you're going to go $59.99 you might as well get the one in the original post, that's $59.99 as well but one piece. Any help would be appreciated. :)

Smart man! And you're the first to think of this in the entire post, nice.

Wide grip chins will give you the most mass and that V shape. While the other styles of chinups are good too, wide grip is the granddaddy of them all, something you dont get with doorway chinup bars.

[vincent-poon]

where can i get the bar from the lat pull down machines?

I think Im just gonna nail a couple of 2x4 in my basement and use that bar for wide pull ups. just a rudimentary plan for now, will draw up some plans later

[blueeyes32guy]

where can i get the bar from the lat pull down machines?

I think Im just gonna nail a couple of 2x4 in my basement and use that bar for wide pull ups. just a rudimentary plan for now, will draw up some plans later

Go to FitnessDepot or Treadmill Factory and pick up a lat pulldown bar

[Aj23]

Smart man! And you're the first to think of this in the entire post, nice.

Wide grip chins will give you the most mass and that V shape. While the other styles of chinups are good too, wide grip is the granddaddy of them all, something you dont get with doorway chinup bars.

So, what is the cheapest that you can do wide grip with?

[slicky803]

So, what is the cheapest that you can do wide grip with?

Seconding this question... The Iron Gym Extreme looks to be the a solid choice, except that it's hard to find a supplier that won't charge an arm and a leg for shipping (typically from the US). Also not in Toronto either, so it'd be great to find a Canadian supplier that has decent shipping rates.

[ngp]

So what's the difference between the pro and extreme versions?

[nkwu]

Smart man! And you're the first to think of this in the entire post, nice.

Wide grip chins will give you the most mass and that V shape. While the other styles of chinups are good too, wide grip is the granddaddy of them all, something you dont get with doorway chinup bars.

unless you're doing some extremely wide grip chinups....you're mistaken.

[arkham]

I've pretty much decided on the Ultimate (black) bar (Ultimately Fit/P90x version) because it sounds like it's the sturdier option, but I wanted to ask if anyone had any experience using this one without installing the brackets.

I see that a couple of the other (Power Trainer Pro) also apparently come with the brackets, but I wondered if the natural weight distribution/friction of the design is enough without having to install the brackets. I'm in an old building with a suitable doorway trim (30" wide, 1" wide trim) but I would be worried about the walls holding up to any weight on the screws.

Anyone?

Thanks!

[actng]

Working out just fine. Through first month of p90x no problem (and was using it before hand just for regular exercise).

For p90x you have to do so many that I have to use a chair (way out in front of me) for a little support and it still works fine with that. The grips took a little bit of the paint off the door frame on the sides, so I might suggest wrapping a sock around it to stop the paint chipping.

Edit: I'm not that big (140 pounds) so I dunno how the spacers will hold for someone a lot bigger.

i went to rona and got bolts that were two inches longer
finding two inch long spacers were difficult so the rona guy suggested some copper fittings from the plumbing section

set it all up and it seems to work so far...

thanks for the idea dude!

[kin0kin]

For those who live uptown, or near finch/steeles and don't feel like going all the way to dufferin/queen to pick up the power trainer pro for $40, you can pick it up at a booth in Bridlewood Mall (Finch/Warden) for $45 no tax. Just tell her you saw the ad on kijiji.

EDIT: forgot to mention that the booth is in front of Price Choppers (2nd floor).

[markmv]

http://www.treadmillfactory.ca/product_images/1219778034-1.jpg
I just bought Ultimately Fit Chin Up Bar from The Treadmill Factory (http://www.treadmillfactory.ca/index.php?goto=viewprod&id_prod=609) in Mississauga for 59.99+tax

[arkham]

http://www.treadmillfactory.ca/product_images/1219778034-1.jpg
I just bought Ultimately Fit Chin Up Bar from The Treadmill Factory (http://www.treadmillfactory.ca/index.php?goto=viewprod&id_prod=609) in Mississauga for 59.99+tax

I did finally pick that up too.

Unfortunately my apartment's walls are too thick for it. I still tried it out, but the back-bracing bar cannot go up high enough to get on top of the trim.

Fortunately, with a lot of squeaking and nerves, I can get it to lock in place by friction alone (after I put my full weight on it). It's definitely rubbing the paint off the back and front jams, as well as the rubber matting on the back bar, but it's still usable.

The premium model is definitely the best of the various bars out there. It's of very high quality and sturdy as hell. Highly recommended.

[gordholio]

When I was a youngin', I lost a lot of weight after Grade 9 (that summer) and started doing chin ups using the frame of my closet. The inside wasn't finished with gyproc, so I just used the wood frame! No cost.

[VanillaPep]

I recommend this: No drilling required what so ever http://www.fitnesstown.ca/site_assets/www.fitnesstown.ca/images/dynamic/secx.jpg

Can it slip off the door frame and make me fall on my ass?

[sphere_68]

https://www.healthharmony.ca/images/uploads/100601_400.jpg

This one is for sale in the "I Saw That on TV" store in the Malvern Town Centre (Scarborough, ON ... or East Toronto) for $45. I was in there today and saw 7 of them. They had it there for a while too, so I think they get regular stock in all the time.

Store listing:
http://www.malverntowncentre.com/store/storesearchresult.ch2?initial=I
"I Saw That on TV" -- phone # 416-396-1666

[magmadragon]

Can it slip off the door frame and make me fall on my ass?

If the frame is thick enough then no. For example my frame is only 3.5 inches and you need at least 5 inches for it to sit properly. So I did the really ghetto thing and stuck two 2 inch blocks of wood underneath the bar on both sides where it touches the frame. Works fine :cheesygri

I don't use the brackets that come with this bar for the opposite side of the frame, works fine without it. If you go to the mississauga store they have them right in front of the counter.

[chex]

If the frame is thick enough then no. For example my frame is only 3.5 inches and you need at least 5 inches for it to sit properly. So I did the really ghetto thing and stuck two 2 inch blocks of wood underneath the bar on both sides where it touches the frame. Works fine :cheesygri



Pics? My door trim is only about 3 inches...

[bones]

Edited the link, it's still $29.99 in CAD as well.
here it is as well:
http://www.bedbathandbeyond.ca/product.asp?order_num=-1&SKU=16159433&

That's the OP's best option


I ordered this from the BBB Canadian site. Just tracked my shipment and it showed that it was sent via UPS from US. I guess I'll have to pay brokerage now??? did anyone from this forum who ordered online have to pay brokerage?

[Sanhedralite]

I don't have a door

How do you get into your house?

[ngp]

How do you get into your house?

Don't be silly, he goes through the window.

[RightThurr]

bumppp :D

are there any difference between the Power Trainer Pro VS Iron Gym Xtreme?