Marrs Bar Review: The Weirdest Squat Bar I've Ever Used...

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In today's video, I review the Marrs-Barr Specialty Barbell. The Marrs-Bar is a safety squat bar with a unique camber and harness system that makes it feel different from any other specialty barbell I've ever used. The Marrs-Bar is a very expensive bar, but after using it for back squats, front squats, good mornings, lunges, and other exercise movements, I will say that it's replaced the SSB in my training. I do think it's a bit too expensive to recommend for most people, but, based solely on how it feels and performs, I think it's a fantastic bar.
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The Marrs-Bar was provided to GARAGEGYMREVIEWS free of charge by Marrs-Bar for the express purpose of testing such product; however, we are under no obligation to provide a favorable review or endorsement of this product. GARAGEGYMREVIEWS retains full editorial control over the content in this video and has not accepted any monetary compensation from Marrs-Bar to provide this video.
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[@johnperrigot7532]

Looks like a roller coaster safety brace 😂

[@AlanThrall]

It’s a SSB that lets you use HiP dRaaaaaHvE

[@idw85]

What do you think about it?

[@bmstylee]

While doing you're faaaahves.

[@thomasbrogan8036]

Is this THE Alan Thrall.?

[@johnwig285]

@@thomasbrogan8036 no its Alan Roberts

[@bmstylee]

@@thomasbrogan8036 it's the real Adam Paul.

[@bobman7881]

I bought two of these it’s a great bar way better than a ssb. I have a bad shoulder and have been using a SSB and when your weights get up around 400 lbs it’s really strains your neck. The Marrs bar is super comfortable at those weight and probably much higher Good company to deal with I had trouble with the stupid trucking company and these owners of the company got personally involved and really worked hard to get it straightened out Highly recommend this company customer service like they have is rare today

[@Edwardn97]

no idea why ppl saying you not strong , you are not a professional lifter who trains for the competitions , and what I see , you are strong , nice review

[@Xplora213]

He’s not Internet strong. Typically you have squatted more than 5 plates a side for a while to be considered Internet Strong.

[@CaliforniaCarpenter7]

@@Xplora213 Yeah but normal people aren't repping 495. It's actually pretty lame how easy it is to be strong around regular people.

[@dasqussy4540]

Xplora213 nah I’d say more like 4 plates Internet strong is a 315 bench 405 squat and 495 deadlift Reality strong is a 225 bench 315 squat and 405 deadlift

[@philipmeisterl]

Edwardn97 deppends on what you call strong hes stronger than me but i wouldnt consider him strong defenetly not weak though

[@chethammer]

@@dasqussy4540 Darn! I don't lift havy any more, but when I did I was better than internet strong.....350, 595, 595. I hate lifting heavy now. If I hurt myself it takes ages to heal. I just lift to keep in shape and stay relatively strong. Honestly don't know if I could do a 225 bench right now. Covid killed my strength with not being able to go to the gym.

[@jamesbuckley6951]

I just discovered your channel. Thank goodness! I have done low back squats for 30 years at 405 but I suffered from frozen shoulder and had to quit squats. The leg press just wrecks my knees and compresses my lower back. I thought I'd never get to squats but the Marrs Bar really gives me hope. Ordered one 15 minutes after watching your video. Thank you

[@alintampa]

Has this bar worked out for you? Just had shoulder surgery to address long-term shoulder problems and haven't been able to little bar squat in a long time wondering if you found this was a good solution for you

[@jamesbuckley6951]

@@alintampa it has. No shoulder problems

[@alintampa]

@@jamesbuckley6951 thank you

[@Danikalma1]

I tried this for the first time at my gym the other day. I really liked it. Definitely noticed the heavier bar. Liked that too ! I’m going to start using it more now that I’ve seen your video. And I have to say , I usually don’t ever watch a video in ts entirety. But I did watch this one. You are straight to the point. Your cameraman is excellent and you actually used the equipment as you normally would. Giving me a chance to see the equipment make you work !!! Thanks !

[@Lutzenberg1]

Canceled my 24 membership. Built my ghetto patio gym. Thanks Coop for the vids!

[@bryanhogan4314]

I was really excited to see this! To bad i just PR'd 1501 lbs

[@mikesmith379]

Awesome! This is exactly what I've been looking for--a Safety Squat Bar that mimics the physics of a low bar squat.

[@jasonmckinney3876]

Coop, you never reviewed the elite FTS football/Swiss bar. You said it was coming!! You’re kill’n me smalls...lol

[@richardmather1906]

This is one of your best, most in depth reviews. Enjoyed it.

[@bencrossen2473]

Love the text on the clock @7:04. That is true dedication to your craft. Nice touch!

[@PangitBear]

We need more DIY videos, not only for DIY’s sake, but because it’s more fun to watch Coop just blabber off. Love your content either way!! Stache’ looking mighty mighty there.

[@jacks0004]

Speaking as someone with shoulder issues, this bar looked great. I did check it out in the net and another bar came up in the searches, it's called the Transformer bar pricing is very similar. A video comparing the two would be good.

[@uj8719]

Man how I'd love to train in your garage gym. Great stuff!

[@mikevoebel4141]

Glad you reviewed this Can we get a review on the Tsunami Bar now, Coop??

[@christophercattie]

I really like the bar. I bought it before your review came out based on a review from a personal friend. You don't feel as beat up on your upper body.

[@UnusHonorabilis]

It looks like a great bar, to be honest

[@P3ak930]

Just purchased. Should have in a few days. Stoked.

[@JasonCallaway0]

Cool video, man. Nice lifts!

[@eddietelford319]

I know your sitting on the REP belt squat. You're holding out on us Coop. Shoooow me the belt.

[@davidb1975a]

When I hear Mars Bar.. I think almonds, nougat, and caramel all wrapped up in chocolate... LOL Nice bar..

[@chrissyt5471]

Do Mars bars have almonds? thought snickers bars had the nuts and mars was just caramel and nougat? either way your right i was also thinking of chocolate every time he mentioned Mars lol.

[@davidb1975a]

@@chrissyt5471 The old Mars bar did have Almonds. It was similar to the Almond Snickers bar. The Milky Way bar is the one that's just caramel and nougat. Edit.. guess there's a Mars Bar sold in Europe that does have caramel and nougat.. But, the original Mars Bar was almond, caramel, and nougat.

[@roymorales7112]

Awesome review bud, enjoyed the lifting. Perfect form in my opinion!

[@certifieddinks3943]

For 650, the kabuki transformer bar is a better buy considering you can set it up for a low bar style squat plus all the other variations.

[@jrjohnson1991]

Good review and good lifts!

[@stayingshredded]

Thanks to Coop, I got this bar. Came in, in 17 days. It feels like squatting with a backpack full of weights!

[@wdrader1253]

Thx Coop. Nice review and solid lifts. Haters gonna hate - they’re just jealous of your gig. Keep the reviews coming!!!

[@eddi3m]

Coop what brand are the adjustable pull up handles that featured on Matt Vincent's video of your gym ? Couldn't find a review on your website

[@syedzainrehan]

good review. helpful!

[@official.landry]

great review! thanks

[@kingdavid2684]

Coop, is the bar / weight "staying over" mid foot during the full range of motion ? Need better angles of your lifts with this bar.

[@davidverbik1981]

I recently purchased the Marrs Bar. This bar feels great! It has become my favorite bar to do squats with. I have a SS bar but enjoy doing squats with the Marrs Bar much better. It is great for doing front squats! Highly recommend the Marrs bar.

[@billyelrod7881]

I like the design, low bars squats were my jam till i messed up my wrist. ifyour are offering free samples? lol thanks Coop

[@liambeal7094]

Love the Jujimufu reference

[@ghostgrownmedicine7498]

Nice choice of camera Coop, a fellow Sony Shooter.

[@coleschubbe]

You’re a mad lad with your “game” at the end haha Oh and... THE STACHE IS THICC BOI.

[@HeathWatts]

Will Strength Co. plates fit on a Marrs-Bar?

[@kenphillip1973]

Someone probably already mentioned it, but are those the new rogue deep dish plates in front of the rack?

[@GarageGym411]

Excellent review, Coop! Now we wait for the "Coop improvements/recommendations" to be executed... Still waiting for Rogue to offer their 3-foot, Monster Utility 2.0 flat bench with Rogue color options....ZZZzzzzz...cough, cough, REP Fitness...

[@eabdulaziz6073]

looks like a cool bar. I have never used a safety bar, but now that I'm 60, it may be beneficial

[@evanmcgough5210]

Is there anyway you can effectively bail on a lift when it’s on you? Or just have safeties your and drop straight down lol

[@Lucas-hl9sd]

Can you achieve a similar angle on the transformer bar?

[@darkoffroader]

OFF TOPIC - Do I wait on Rogue to restock their barbells or do I pull the trigger on Texas Power Bars who have stock now?

[@Physicaleds]

Nice Coop Thank you !

[@londonsweeneyboy]

Gyms still closed in the uk 😭... but then again I have nearly finished my dream garage gym!

[@ciandunphy7888]

Yeah it’s really annoying

[@fenianlewis]

Yeah but in the UK we already know about Mars Bars

[@amyl363]

Have fun in the garage gym, mate.

[@markvuong8507]

Can you adjust the kabuki transformer bar to feel like this bar

[@LoveMountainAdventures]

Coop, did you stop in Clinton? I have family at Lake of the Ozarks and stop in Clinton on the way from KCI...RTE 44 at the Sonic :)

[@higherlifts420]

What happened to the right side by the sleeve? Something happen or is it just chipping?

[@oscartweedale4707]

How does the bar perform when you fail a lift on spotter arms compared to safety straps? Does it throw you around alot?

[@amyl363]

Excellent question.

[@thomasbrogan8036]

Really good question..

[@rutatutut]

Lol. Fail the squat. Succeed at the immediate backflip.

[@thomasbrogan8036]

@@rutatutut Ha! Good one.

[@scottrivkin3307]

I have a Solid Bar Fitness Contender coming in today. No wonder it took forever to get, they are making bars for other companies

[@chrisellison8074]

"Play stupid games get stupid prizes"...classic.

[@zfortyounce]

"Rated for 1500 maximum, you're not going to have to deal with that." Whoa, speak for yourself, Coop.

[@thomasbrogan8036]

Yep, same here..

[@tylergiusti6180]

I hope that 1500 is in kilo too...

[@scubasteve9566]

If you're squatting 1500 lbs you'd have the world record...

[@zfortyounce]

@@scubasteve9566 Thanks for acknowledging my greatness. You should see my 800lb bench.

[@tyler7992]

@@scubasteve9566 whoosh

[@nicksulham12]

A ROLLER COASTER OF A THOUSAND POUNDS! mustache is solid btw

[@Solemn720]

Any chance we could see a review of the Prime Super Squat Bar, especially in comparison to the Marrs and Transformer bars? There's something like 2 reviews about it in all of existence right now, despite being out for a year.

[@davidsolomon248]

Coop, I've never used a safety squat bar. I noticed in this video that you didn't use collars. Is that because you are more stable with this type of bar or do you not use collars in general?

[@Xplora213]

Don’t need collars if you can lift straight and you aren’t going heavy.

[@teambeard8562]

Nice to see a fellow missourian 👍🏻

[@SimonLi]

finaly a new video! also this bar looks like a roller coaster strap lmfao

[@Ha-ow2cz]

I saw louie use this he does high rep good mornings and makes the crew use it too

[@tas1424]

The powder coat issue on bars annoys me too. I have an amazing Watson SSB with a custom red yoke, but the black powder coat is chipping off and makes it look far less premium than it is.

[@michaelrettagliata4941]

Any comparison to the Kabuki transformer bar?

[@joshmaly5202]

pretty solid work!

[@LoveMountainAdventures]

Any chance to do a followup because the bar has changed...thanks.

[@jengaman3421]

Is this the first stash vid? Trying to find it..

[@jonwhitehair246]

Where should the safety stop bars be set? Same as straight bar? Only thing I’m concerned about is getting out from under a lift go bad.

[@bengoodhart6290]

"You feel stronger than you really are". Coop 2020.

[@noahblevins9569]

It sounds like a savage dumpster porn when you lift heavy Coop. That is the proper sound for gains. Keep up the good work.

[@deadapostle]

Especially with the porn stache.

[@amyl363]

I thought it would flip up when you de-loaded one side. But then, I haven't used any kind of SSB yet, so not familiar with how they react.

[@Xplora213]

They’re very heavy, plus his rack is pretty bulky so less rotation regardless of weight.

[@inquisitor4635]

I have always thought the most mechanically ideal place for the bar on the back while squatting was at the level of thoracic vertebrae six, which this bar allows. $600 is steep, 350 is reasonable.

[@cmdrfunk]

Wrong. It's vertebrae 5.5

[@carps_gym]

So you prefer this one or the transformer bar?

[@DeusExMachina50]

This is a great bar for Hatfield squats.

[@Robert.Lavrik]

Any opinions on ATX Fitness ? ATX is a German manufacturer . I have a bench from them and i tell you the quality is on point.

[@Psycatrice]

I have discovered them during quarantine, bought a squat stand (all that was left), but considering buying a rack later, it seems really good, but the shipping to USA would cost quite a lot I guess, so idk about a review unfortunately.

[@teekue]

ATX is EU only I think, so Coop probably can't do reviews of the ATX equipment. That being said ATX quality is fine, some of their racks especially their higher end are straight copies of the rogue racks but more affordable. The lower end racks are just rebranded copies that other stores sell as well. The bars are quite nice too but bear in mind that they are all manufactured in China so you will have a few minor quality setbacks compared to say Eleiko or Rogue bars. Bang for buck you will most certainly get very solid equipment though.

[@MRK140.15]

i got a atx powerbar, the knurling is not great,im used to eleiko tho

[@dans1454]

Yeah for us Europe/UK guys I think ATX is the main rival for Rogue Europe (whose prices +shipping/tax are just unjustifiable)

[@Xplora213]

ATX is pretty nice, they have some very clever ideas which I like. Cambered axle bar has been a game changer for me.

[@dho11]

Great review, appreciate it. I bet you couldnt lift that much without the stache!

[@jlambo9757]

I just couldn’t imagine how much space this thing would take up in my smaller gym space.

[@DarkAbyss9]

I literally have been using a home made version of this bar for years!!

[@sedricrobinson9499]

How did you make your makeshift bar?

[@DasWaldCafe]

What rack is that in the video please?

[@carlosfernandez1]

That's a Pro garage gym. Wao! You have a super gym.

[@jg5076]

I just come here to look at that epic stash

[@thomasbrogan8036]

I'm still decidin'

[@getstrongby4038]

It's awful 🤣

[@MonsterChuck]

Hey neighbor, did not know you were in MO. I am just east of KCMO.

[@johnyork9275]

This is my favorite bar and money is no object, I have a transformer bar and a titan safety squat bar. I am doing 245 X 5 reps and that started at 135. this bars is awesome for developing the posterior chain. love this bar. worth every peney.

[@jprepo1]

To anyone lurking, I sat on purchasing this for several years due to the price, as I couldnt find a place that had it to try it out locally. I have poor knees and a poor back, and I have to say, even if I didn't, this thing is pretty great.

[@Demothones]

I have a bad lower back and have been told this might be a good option for doing squats.

[@martenmckeown700]

Would you recommend this or the Kabuki Transformer bar?

[@ShaneTumminello]

Kabuki

[@Dennis4155Ruygrok]

Marrs all day long

[@ShaneTumminello]

Dennis Ruygrok 1 position vs multiple? Nope

[@anthonysandoval707]

I ordered the Kabuki, they sent me a message that they’re upgrading me to the new version which is clear zinc with some other upgrades as well.

[@jamesc4378]

Got a follow up review on this?

[@mukfu]

Can the Kabuki Transformer replicate the positioning of the Marrs?

[@Gizzard4400]

Also this into music is the best

[@matthewohara449]

Awesome review. I’m building my home gym and curious if it makes sense to get Marrs bar and a safety squat bar or skip safety squat bar & just get Marrs bar. I looked a kabuki’s transformer - just don’t like all the mechanics. My thought for both is safety squat bar for more traditional squats and Marrs bar for low back & front squats. Unless you think Marrs alone could replace safety squat bar. Thanks!

[@P3ak930]

What you end up doing? I have the transformer but this one looks more efficient in the low bar squat position.

[@matthewohara449]

@@P3ak930 I got the Marrs Bar and love it. The molded padding is better than I expected also. In pics it looks firm, but it’s a nice cushion. Besides front & low back squats I also use it for standing calf raises and just hold onto a couple of band pegs for balance, but honestly I probably don’t even need them - the Marrs bar just stays balanced on your shoulders. I ordered the new rep ssb, still waiting for it to arrive. So I can’t compare yet. Hope this helps

[@P3ak930]

@@matthewohara449 thanks for the reply. I’m leaning towards picking this up for exactly that, super comfortable and effective front and low back squat. Kinda have to fight the transformer bar on both of those moves imo. Whereas the marrs would sit exactly where it was supposed to.

[@matthewohara449]

@@P3ak930 you can buy from fitness factory or gym junkies cheapest with delivery.

[@P3ak930]

@@matthewohara449 thanks man

[@johnnylira3312]

Can you do good mornings with it?

[@nyscolt1]

I hope Titan comes out with a version.

[@powskier]

Wait, you have to hold the handles? You can't do hands free Hatfield squats?

[@joecowan3719]

You can definitely squat hands free with this bar, it is just a personal preference.

[@jrock-xs9vp]

Cool video

[@sriramswaminathan4254]

One question please if someone can clarify. Say with same weights (75 kg plates as example), which one is easier to squat? Marrs bar or SSB?

[@GarageGymReviews]

Marrs, IMO.

[@sriramswaminathan4254]

@@GarageGymReviews Thank you

[@mattm314]

Is your gym facility in/near Springfield?

[@GarageGymReviews]

Yep

[@droidmac]

21:41 I do the same thing. Though I only use two bars on my rack so I know how to win.

[@92368]

Yeah Coop! that's a lot of weight and no collars, you're the man! Good job! Those name callers are just jealous...lol!

[@jtgarcia181]

“It’s just ugly” lol that was funny

[@garrettturbett593]

This video just made me crave a tasty chocolate caramel treat!

[@ckeelor]

Coop, love your videos. Camm-ber not caym-ber

[@thomasbrown7328]

No drama in the garage gym! Just like Superman in his Fortress of Solitude.

[@davidjones8070]

Holy crap Coop I had no idea you where a Missouri native and I've been watching your reviews for a while now..that bar is awesome!!! Although I still need a rack to put it on. I'm retiring in 30 days from my local electric utility and am trying to get a gym together..hell save the shipping I'll drive down and pick it up myself. It sucks when you spend 20 years staying in shape and a pandemic screws your world up. Good review. Oh by the by I'm in Lee's summit..south of kc metro.

[@HeathWatts]

Great review and nice squats! I have a Transformer Bar. I'd love to get a Marrs-Bar too, but my wallet is suggesting otherwise.

[@DaBlastoise]

Why do you choose to always use the klokov plates? Why don’t u switch them up to change the stimulus in your other videos.

[@jonysun]

He talked about it a couple vids back. Leave him be bruv. He's doing his thing