Marcy Triceps/Biceps Combo Curl Bar TBC-51

Great bar, first of all, I think these standard bars shouldn't cost more then 20 bucks, they're pretty cheaply made. But with that said, yes, it doesn't have the rubber grips, but I prefer it that way since I use gloves. Mine also doesn't have any rubber on the star collars or the weight stops, like older reviews had mentioned. But let me start first with the shipping. The apex box of course is pretty cheap, I can see how the collars can get lost as the apex box was torn on one side fully open, but mine were there. But thankfully amazon double boxes the apex box in a larger triangle box, so it was solid and nothing was lost. Now to the bar, for general upper body exercises, this bar is great. The bends in them make tricep, bicep exercises feel great, and most shoulder exercises and bent over rows as well. So it's a super bar. Plus I like it because it's not a huge Olympic size, so it's great for most normal people haha. The star collars are what it is, it's just made to be loose, so the weights don't go flying on your toes, so I hate when people complain that they don't lock in place. Finally the bar itself looks cheaply made and most bars do in this price range, I was just at a sporting goods store and they had similar bars at around the same price with the same build quality, but I prefer this one better, with the extra bends. But since these do rust, I put a thin layer of oil on the outsides where the collar and weights go, and I wipe down the handle area with a thin non slippery car wax to just put a coat so it doesn't rust too fast, and I use weight lifting gloves anyways and the bar has cross check grip on the major handle areas so it's pretty non-slip. But for 40 bucks, recommend this bar over a standard curling bar as it works like a tricep bar and a curling bar in one. Went to sport authority to get some of their rubber edged standard weights, perfect for the pre-summer workouts.

The Marcy TBC-51 Triceps and Biceps Combo Curl Bar has proven to be an excellent addition to my home gym, enhancing my strength training workouts and allowing me to target my triceps and biceps effectively. One of the standout features of this combo curl bar is its sturdy and durable construction. Made with high-quality steel, it provides the reliability and stability needed for rigorous weightlifting exercises. The chrome finish not only adds a touch of elegance to the bar but also ensures resistance to rust and corrosion, making it a long-lasting investment. The unique design of the Marcy TBC-51 allows me to perform a wide range of exercises, particularly targeting my triceps and biceps. The angled grips provide a comfortable and secure hold, reducing strain on my wrists during curls and extensions. The bar's knurled handles further enhance grip strength, preventing slippage even when my hands are sweaty. Additionally, the curl bar's compatibility with 1-inch weight plates makes it highly versatile. It fits perfectly with my existing weight plates, allowing me to customize the intensity of my workouts by adding or removing weights as needed. This flexibility caters to users of various fitness levels, from beginners to seasoned lifters. I am particularly pleased with the ergonomics of the Marcy TBC-51. The bar's smooth rotating sleeve ensures smooth movement during exercises, reducing the risk of injury and promoting fluid motion. The design also enables me to transition seamlessly between triceps and biceps exercises, streamlining my workout routine. Another aspect that I appreciate about this combo curl bar is its compact size and lightweight nature. It doesn't take up much space in my home gym, and I can easily move it around or store it when not in use. In conclusion, the bar has proven to be a valuable asset to my strength training routine. Its robust build, versatility, and ergonomic design make it an ideal accessory for anyone looking to target their triceps and biceps effectively. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned lifter, this combo curl bar is a fantastic addition to any home gym setup. I highly recommend the bar for those seeking a reliable and versatile strength training accessory.

First off, this is a nice, sturdy bar (definitely not a two-piece!). I was specifically looking for a complement to my regular EZ-Curl bar, one that had a more exaggerated gripping area and this fit the bill. This allows for some better close-grip vantages, especially with my tricep work. I have no complaints about the bar itself--it is strong and can handle decent poundages, but the included fly collars come loose on every set. Every single set. I have plenty of other bars and collars at my disposal, so I experimented. My other EZ bar that also has spin collars accepts clamp locking collars. This one did not--the weights pushed them off. Tension clamps didn't work either. What worked out for me was that I found a set of fly clamps from some other bar I guess I no longer have that has gnarled "teeth" on the end rather than a flat face like these collars do. The teeth allow a "screwing" quality that keeps everything in place during the lift. I only took a star off because I was able to remedy the sub-par fly collars with my superior collars, but for someone without an alternative, the loosening will drive them nuts.

Love this!

I got this Marcy curl bar to replace an older 2-piece curl bar that I had been using for years. The 2-piece bar has a middle coupling that is secured with a metal pin and when I lifted with it, I felt like the bar was going to snap with each repetition because the coupling was loose. Also, the pin would keep sliding out a little bit with each workout until I had to grab a hammer and pound it back into the hole. I won't be dealing with any of that nonsense anymore because this Marcy bar is solid, looks great, comes with two collars and if you have never used an ez-curl bar before you will be pleased at how many different exercises and muscle groups you can hit with this thing. Very pleased.

My bar came with two rubber gaskets for each side of the bar. One on the bar where the plate is pushed up onto and the other is on the collar that pushes up onto the outside plate. The commercial picture does not show these! That is where the problem is. You need them. With the collars with the gaskets, there is no problem what so ever. Maybe the company responded to the complaints or it is hit or miss. The weights are a little wobbly on the threads but only slightly which causes no problems either. As in one review, the weights could slide off without screwing them over the threads. I have no problem with that at all. I suppose you could carelessly pull the weights off over time and it could round the threads? Seems like a stretch. Even if you could the collars would hold them (with the gaskets). So again my bar is perfect in every sense. The only thing I took from one negative review, which is pretty extreme, "I had to surgically fix the cuts" or to that effect was that one collar had sleight sharpness due to sloppy clearing after chroming it. Not sure about you, but I always check everything I get for many things, and since this is a much less expensive version of similar bars I checked for this kind of sharpness. Slightly sharp place is easily solved by lightly filing it or dull it with a piece of wet dry sandpaper. Ridiculous? No. For this price and good as it is (with the rubber gaskets) I have no problems with it. A great bar in every sense of the word. It is hard to find one like this that accepts 1 inch weights. Don't hesitate to purchase but make sure you get collars with the gaskets. If not....make sure you get them or find some gaskets at the hardware store to cushion the weights in some way. Simple fix. Jeese.......

The bar it’s durable and light, the only thing that’s off about the bar is the lock I don’t like them they’re too loose. But besides that the bar is great.

Firstly this bar has held up great for around a month I curl 100’s with the bar and never once has it felt wobbly or like it will come apart A great upgrade to a home gym, I could see someone going up to 150 lb and the bar still being fine I’m not sure why so many people got “bad bars” for the price this is great! I think people expect it to be “gym quality” for a super low price wich isn’t possible. But all around this is a great bar!

Son dos barras, cuando las unes y las ocupas, tiene un poco la unión, le puse un cacho de cartón en medio y así se solucionó. Buen material, excelente agarre, vale la pena.

Great bar. Only con is the spin locks have to much play. They wiggle loose. Still works you just have to keep tightening more often than usual. In my mind it's a good Safe habit to check regularly anyhow

I have a 1 inch bar bell and my plates fit really snug on it, but the curling bar itself the diameter is abit smaller, the weights are abit loose and the clips i have dont tighten properly, but to fix that i put the regular collars on and took the rubber rings off the bars, and i have to say its pretty darn tight and im happy i suppose. Would be nicer if the bar was actually 1 inch.

Me gustó mucho que sea de una sola pieza y no ensamblable como otras marcas para tener mayor estabilidad. El precio bajó a $435 y definitivamente tuve que comprarlo.

Me gusto mucho esta barra! Es practica y buena para ejercitarse!!