BaseBar Pro vs. Original | What's The Difference?

[@Prophecy2fulfill]

I've been doing my homework on both products, which of course lead me here. This video is informative. But I noticed that there is another key design that we should consider. The original basebar has a conversion kit which is incompatible with the pro. Makes more sense to me if I invest in the original and the conversion kit, instead of getting the pro and a b bar.

[@OrangeGeemer]

Hi, I've been following for a while and started to take better care of my self. I got a couple of parallettes (a tall set for dips and rows and a small set for pushups), so far I have lost 8 kg and I feel a lot stronger. My plan is to keep going on the weight loss and the more advance exercises. Also your spinach smoothie is the best (my new breakfast). Cheers!

[@mikekn7033]

One small detail I noticed is it seems the Pro has smaller bend radius ( I may be wrong but based from the side by side comparison)so it probably give you more useful wider width for wide pull-ups.

[@LinkEX]

1:55 That is indeed a nice design feature. While it also takes some time to slide the feet back out, having the option to put them away at all is a considerable upside. As you said at 3:58, it comes down to storage. I have two no-name bars to use as improvised parallel bars exercises (that don't even have pins like the Original BaseBar). They take a lot of space, but I don't mind because I do have a workout area. Their total cost was also about as much as the price difference between these two products, lol.

[@teego3936]

Do they work as pull up bars like the basebar?

[@dmlifestyle9788]

I appreciate the feedback thank you so much….

[@dmlifestyle9788]

Well since I did have your ear online, I wanted to run one more issue to you. As I stated I am 68 years old but I’ve been working out constantly minus a few years while I was in college but like you I love working out and always makes me feel better. I had this crazy idea I am thinking about getting certified as a certified fitness trainer, however, everything online talks about online courses or an organization for online training. Since you are a certified fitness trainer and nutritionist any ideas on how I can do this on my own getting the test study guides then taking the exam. Not that I am looking for a shortcut just looking for a more economic way of getting certified. I appreciate your feedback and the content which you provide. This type of content and feedback is very helpful and motivating thank you.

[@MinusTheGym]

No problem, man. I’m certified by ACE (American Council on Exercise) but there are several different organizations that offer certifications you can look into (ACSM, NASM, etc.) I’m not sure of a more economic way to get certified, though. All the companies charge a pretty penny for both the study materials and the exam. Once you’re certified, you have to renew your certification every two years by passing courses to earn CECs. All the courses are online and cost about as much as the original exam, so expect to pay a couple hundred dollars every 2 years or so just to keep the certification. You can become specialized as you renew too because the CEC courses can be about nutrition, functional training, flexibility, etc. and earn you additional certifications in the process. There are some other specialty fitness certifications you may want to look into as well. Al Kavadlo has a Progressive Calisthenics Instructor certification program. I’m not sure how much that costs, but I believe it’s a workshop you attend. That would be a lot of fun. I hope this info helps.

[@holdensanders2858]

Thank you. This was very helpful. Appreciate the code too. I went ahead and got the original.

[@GreenVegan816]

I appreciate the info, I've been wanting one of those.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Awesome review, nice clear and too the point

[@MinusTheGym]

Thanks Lee!

[@joseppebatman]

Right on time, I'm looking into buying one of the two.

[@bm2555]

With one did you choosed

[@d.z.2550]

Thanks for the code - worked just fine. Would have been nice if the company actually delivered the ordered product. Instead they just ignore calls and emails. Can only recommend to anyone in Europe thinking to order from their website to not do it.

[@endergonzalez7970]

Ur voice is low key soothing don’t need a base bar lol

[@jayadama1301]

Basebar are very perfect during workouts

[@mikekn7033]

Thank you for the comparison. Is the original a little more stable because it has less moving parts? Thanks

[@dmlifestyle9788]

Good day to you yes you are correct working out is a practice. Have a quick question for you as I enjoy all of your videos want to get a incline bench been researching quite a few name brands could you recommend or talk about one that it would be a good incline to think about mine. Thanks again for all your content and the things that you do for all of us helping us get motivated to stay in shape.

[@MinusTheGym]

Sorry, I don’t really have a recommendation for an incline bench. I don’t use benches too often. I do have an adjustable bench that I bought from Walmart years ago, it’s okay, not the greatest, but I don’t remember the brand.

[@cafeapaka7501]

The Pro version is taller at its highest setting 54 inches versus the 52 of the regular basebar it is a difference for me the extra 2 inches of clearance

[@Moving4Well]

Is there much you could do with the Pro with proper rings attached (not the Baseblocks ones) or is it just too low compared to hanging them from a proper rack or a tree? Thanks, great review 😊

[@thestoic9892]

Why did you not mention anything about stability. When you do pull ups on this the basebar is not stable and hard to adjust height. you should be more transparent on your videos. I did purchase do to your positive review

[@MrEmagicman]

Which version did you purchase ?

[@dmlifestyle9788]

Hello, been watching you for sometime now and love the continent, good stuff… I have been doing dips for sometime now and normally hopped up on a half set up gymnastics bass bar but I did not know there was such a thing available. I want to get the base bar pro as soon as possible however I have a question for you, if I use your link below could I order the pro baseball and get it delivered to me here in Puerto Vallarta Mexico. I am here for a while and would like to add this to my every other day calisthenics. Thank you for the great content and sharing great information I am 68 and still going strong and want to continue as I get older.

[@MinusTheGym]

Hi Dave. First of all, that’s awesome you live in Puerto Vallarta! Such a lovely place. Been there a couple times. And unfortunately, my discount code only works on the originals line, it doesn’t work on the Pro series. As far as shipping, you can contact BaseBlocks at [e-mail] and they’ll provide a shipping quote to ship outside of the US. I hope that helps!

[@og9289]

I am 6'3 tall. Which bar would be suitable for me?

[@tusharnaringrekar4887]

Hello, nice video. Can you tell me how much time does it take to revert back the original base bar so I can store it flat?

[@BobDearhoff]

Is it possible to rotate the collapsed legs, so the bar lays flat on the floor?

[@dexproxx]

Ryan quick question, what is better? L-sit pull up or regular pull up? Which one will get me better results?

[@MinusTheGym]

They both get you good results but in different ways. Standard pull ups will put more emphasis on the lats, while L-sit version shifts focus away from lats to the upper back and shoulders more because your torso is upright. But keep in mind the L-sit pull up has a lot more core engagement, which is a plus. They both have their advantages.

[@MinusTheGym]

⏩⏩⏩ No more code necessary! Just use this link to get 10% OFF your Baseblocks equipment at checkout: baseblocks.fit/?minusthegym

[@pig3407]

I bought the pro because I live in an apartment, so will be needing to stow it away often and space is a premium. Used your link and the 10% off (thank you) worked for it, so I suppose Baseblock has changed their policy for now at least.

[@brvnchxs4239]

Looks like the bevel of the bars differs. Do you notice a difference between the two?

[@MinusTheGym]

It’s slightly different but negligible. One thing I forgot to mention in that video though is the high setting on the pro is about 1-2” higher than the original. I compared the low settings on camera but forgot to compare the high settings. I still can’t believe I did that lol

[@johnmcmorris4035]

Great video. My commiserations on the sun burnt nose.

[@MinusTheGym]

😆 thanks

[@lisalamphier1410]

Thanks! I wonder how it would hold up to weather. I'm not as likely to use it if I have to get it out of the shed and then put it back again.

[@MinusTheGym]

No problem! I imagine it would rust if exposed to the elements too much, but you can email [e-mail] with that question and get an official answer from them. I don’t want to test it out with mine 😊

[@MyEvilCreeper]

Any good international variant. Sadly, these do not ship internationally

[@certified_boogeyman]

Is doing pullups with legs forward difficult and can I get full back/arm extension on the hanging part? I'm 5'11"

[@gison8405]

I imagine that it is as difficult as it is hanging from a pull up bar, but it doesn't appear to be anymore so difficult-my concern was whether or not my elbows would clear the side posts

[@SyphlexGFX]

Would I struggle to get full ROM doing L-sit pullups if i'm 6"2?

[@MinusTheGym]

Possibly. It actually depends more on your arm length. The bar is 52” on its high setting in case you want to check how long your reach is.

[@lf8599]

Do you have the quick rings yet and can you tell me if they attach directly to the bar to do dips?

[@MinusTheGym]

The BaseBlocks rings do attach directly to a bar, but not for dips, only for exercises done beneath the rings (like rows, neutral grip chin-ups, etc). I made a review of those rings a while ago if you want to check it out: BaseBlocks Rings Review: NEW Carabiner-style Gymnastics Rings kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2LGmmqsrNOgmqc

[@gison8405]

Hello, I am serious about purchasing this set up, but but I'm Curious to know how tall you are, as I'm wondering if my elbows will clear the side posts as yours have! I'm 6' 2

[@gison8405]

Don't know the length of my arms, but If we are fairly equal in height, then I should be golden

[@Growthfolio]

The discount code does not work, was it written correctly?

[@MinusTheGym]

They just changed it to MTG10

[@MinusTheGym]

Sorry about that. Wasn’t my choice. Please try MTG10 and let me know if that doesn’t work

[@seanking6184]

@@MinusTheGymthat code doesn’t work either 😮

[@boursitocard]

would you have a fresh code please ?

[@MinusTheGym]

Use this link. It’ll get you 10% off any of the originals: baseblocks.fit/?minusthegym

[@boursitocard]

@@MinusTheGym tyvm, doesnt seem to work unfortunately. Im in france

[@MinusTheGym]

@@boursitocard hmm... interesting. That link should take off 10% at checkout. If it doesn't, I guess it might be a regional thing. Sorry it didn't work!

[@sebrinadickerson3341]

NO. No it doesn't come with directions. The pamphlet you're referring to are not directions.

[@PROFESSORO313]

Thanks to your information, I started a strict plant based diet, and my blood pressure dropped........like a hot potato. Thank you and The Lord JESUS!!!!!!

[@MinusTheGym]

Yay! So glad to hear. Focus on whole greens (kale, spinach, arugula, chard, etc) as much as possible because they’re high in nitrates and will help the most 👌

[@lokey987]

So there isn't much difference I guess?

[@MinusTheGym]

There is a slight difference in the height on the high setting. I didn’t even notice until after I published this video. It’s about a 1-2 inch difference. But other than that, not much difference at all 🤷‍♂️

[@SpongeBob-q2l]

it would be better to show more of a product instead or ur face..