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You only have to take one look at strongman log press bars to see their dimensions are different from a regular barbell.
The first thing to note regarding this is that in professional strongman competitions, the log is often custom-made.
This often means different dimensions in different places.
That being said, there are also a variety of more standard strongman log bars you can buy online.
The average length of the 16 strongman log bars I looked at was 73.21″ (186 cm). This includes the average sleeve length of 13.04″ (33.12 cm).
A typical aspect of strongman log press bars is the neutral handles.
In the models we looked at these were on average 24.07″ (61.14 cm) apart and had an average diameter of 34.53 mm (1.36 inches).
Strongman log bars typically come in 3 diameters, 8″, 10″, and 12″ (20.3 cm, 25.4 cm, and 30.5 cm). The dimensions above are the averages for all these diameters together.
The rest of this article also looks at each of these diameter categories and the individual models in them separately.
Dimensions of strongman log press bars
You don’t have to know the exact number of inches to get the strongman log press benefits.
At the same time, knowing the dimensions of strongman log press bars helps you find out what you can expect from the bars and/or make your own.
To get more precise than the general averages above, you can find the dimension details for the three diameter categories below.
8″ diameter strongman log bar dimensions
8″ diameter strongman log bars also tend to be the smallest in other dimensions.
Keep in mind that this also leads to smaller starting strongman log press bar weights.
That aside, the length of 8″ diameter log bars on this list is between 70″ to 72.5″ (177.8 cm to 184.2 cm). Their average length is 70.88″ (180 cm).
These total lengths include sleeves to hold the weight plates. Most of these tend to be between 13.5″ to 14″ (34.3 cm to 35.6 cm) long on each side.
One exception is the Titan Fitness 8 inch Rackable Strongman Log Bar with only 10″ (25.4 cm) of loadable sleeve length on each side.
The distance between the neutral handles of the 8″ log bars below is generally between 22.8″ to 23.75″ (57.9 cm to 60.3 cm).
One exception is the Valor Fitness 8″ OB-Log Strongman Log Bar with a 24.4″ (62 cm) distance.
Some strongman log press bars have more standard handle diameters of 32 mm (1.26″).
There are also some models with thicker handles of 42 mm and 43 mm (1.65″ and 1.69″). These will be more challenging for your grip muscles.
| Brand Model | Total Length (Inches) | Sleeve Length Each Side (Inches) | Distance Between Handles (Inches) | Handle Diameter (Millimeter) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Happybuy 8″ Log Bar | 70 | 13.7 | 22.8 | 32 mm |
| Titan Fitness 8 inch Rackable Strongman Log Bar | 71.25 | 10 | 23.75 | 42 mm |
| Popsport 8″ Strongman Log Bar | 70.1 | 13.7 | 22.8 | 32 mm |
| LB-2 Rogue 8″ Log Bar | 70.8 | 14 | 23.5 | 43 mm |
| Valor Fitness 8″ OB-Log Strongman Log Bar | 72.25 | 13.5 | 24.4 | 33 mm |
10″ diameter strongman log bar dimensions
10″ log bars are just a bit thicker and bigger in other dimensions. This can be a benefit or downside depending on who is using it and his/her personal preferences.
Most of these models are between 74.4″ and 77″ (189 cm and 196 cm) in total length. At the same time, you want to know there are exceptions.
These 10″ strongman log bars tend to have sleeve lengths between 11.8″ to 14.1″ (30 cm to 35.8 cm).
One exception is the Slater “Original” Pine True Log with a sleeve length of 10″ (25.4 cm).
Similar to the total length, the distance between the handles of the 10″ strongman log press bars is slightly bigger. Most models are between 23.6″ and 26″ (59.9 cm and 66 cm).
The exception to this is the Titan Fitness Multi Grip Log Bar. This model has two handles on each side and these are 19″ and 31″ (48.3 cm and 78.7 cm) apart.
When it comes to the diameters of the handles, the story is similar to 8″ log bars.
Some models have more standard diameters around 32 mm (1.26″). Others implement thicker handles at around 42 mm (1.65″).
| Brand Model | Total Length (Inches) | Sleeve Length Each Side (Inches) | Distance Between Handles (Inches) | Handle Diameter (Millimeter) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titan Fitness 10 inch Rackable Strongman Log Bar | 74.4 | 11.8 | 26 | 42 mm |
| Popsport 10″ Strongman Log Bar | 75.6 | 14.1 | 23.6 | 32 mm |
| Titan Fitness Multi Grip Log Bar | 75.5 | 14.0 | 19 and 31 | 33 mm |
| LB-1 Rogue 10″ Log Bar | 77 | 14 | 26 | 42 mm |
| Happybuy 10″ Log Bar | 75.6 | 14.1 | 23.6 | 32 mm |
| Sorinex Log Bar | 84 | 12 | n | 29 mm |
| Slater “Original” Pine True Log | 48 | 10 | 24 | n |
| Valor Fitness 10″ OB-Log Strongman Log Bar | 72.25 | 13.75 | 24.4 | 33 mm |
| Vulcan Dual Grip Strongman Log Bar | n | 12 | n | 29 mm |
12″ diameter strongman log bar dimensions
The list of available 12″ diameter strongman log bars is very limited with only 2 models.
Due to the small number of options, I will just skip mentioning the general ranges.
From a high-level view, you can say that the total length and sleeve length are slightly bigger than the 10″ diameter models.
On the flip side, the handle distances and diameters are similar.
| Brand Model | Total Length (Inches) | Sleeve Length Each Side (Inches) | Distance Between Handles (Inches) | Handle Diameter (Millimeter) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LB-3 Rogue 12” Log Bar | 80.75 | 14.25 | 24 | 32 mm |
| VEVOR 12″ Strongman Log Bar | 80.7 | 13.8 | 24 | 32 mm |
