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by Advanced Fitness, Squat Load Distribution Device

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Material Polyurethane (PU)
Brand Manta Ray
Item Weight 1 Pounds
Grip Size Standard

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  • Focus on squat movement and technique, not discomfort, numbness or shearing muscle trauma
  • Load distribution takes the bar off your shoulders and spine, and spreads the weight evenly across your trapezius and torso muscles
  • Bar no longer presses against your neck, and less shoulder stress when holding the bar
  • Reduces risks of injuries, protects against crush trauma, maximizes mass-building potential
  • Easy to use. Snap it into the bar to keep it centered on every set. Provides a stronger connection compared to a typical, foam-based barbell pad

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This is the original Manta Ray manufactured in the United States by Advanced Fitness. Don't accept any knock-off versions. Made with high-tech, polyurethane polymer and virtually indestructible for years of tough use. You could drive a big truck over the Manta Ray, without doing more than marring the surface. When using the Manta Ray, your hands control where the device and bar sit on your upper body, but you no longer need to jack your elbows back to keep the bar up on your shoulders.

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Easy to use. Snap it onto the bar to keep it centered on every set. Doesn’t roll down your back like a typical, foam-based barbell pad. Fits anywhere from the 1" (25.4mm) home gym bar up to the larger standard Olympic bars, which are 1-1/16" to 1-1/8" (or 25.4mm to 30mm). Some equipment manufacturers have started making their bars much larger, trying to do what the Manta Ray does, increase the surface area. You can determine your bar size by wrapping a cloth tape measure around your bar (or use a piece of paper and lay it flat to measure) and the device can be forced onto a bar just over 4" in circumference (101.6mm). It will not fit a 1-1/4" (32mm) or larger bar.

945 pound (429 kg) lift...

945 Pounds (429 kg)

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
1,132 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the comfort, quality and weight distribution of the barbell pad. For example, they mention it gives a more comfortable position, it helps to keep a strict posture when squatting and it's well worth the money. Customers are also satisfied with performance, pressure, and ease of use. That said, opinions are mixed on fit.

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200 customers mention160 positive40 negative

Customers like the comfort of the barbell pad. They say it gives them a more comfortable position, and zero discomfort. They also say it helps them keep a strict posture when squatting, which helps reduce pain in their joints or muscles. Customers also mention that the pad is good for anyone with pain in the joints or muscle that would otherwise cripple them after squeezing. They feel it has a top of the line feel and will maximize their squatter.

"...the squat, and this little attachment for your bar makes the squat MUCH more fun to do, and that is a great benefit. Other things helped as well...." Read more

"...None of them holds a candle to the MantaRay. I can squat heavier weights more comfortably with this than any other barbell pad, and the control is..." Read more

"...This one is just as comfortable and well-fitting as the original one!!!" Read more

"...It did force me to be more upright and that is useful...." Read more

162 customers mention150 positive12 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the squat rack. They mention it's a solid piece of home gym equipment that no home gym should be without. It functions quite well, and works fine for most conventional squatters and even aging powerlifters. They appreciate the ease of use and the quality workmanship. The squee rack is well molded, and is very useful and simple equipment.

"...a couple of days working out with this device but I can tell it is very well made, and my neck and shoulder pain is entirely gone...." Read more

"...The Manta Ray, by contrast, is heavy duty, extremely durable and will probably outlast the user...." Read more

"...A truly amazing product. I wouldn't do squats without it...." Read more

"The Manta Ray is made of heavy-duty, flexible (but firm) plastic, and is designed to clip onto a barbell to provide better comfort and support for..." Read more

65 customers mention52 positive13 negative

Customers like the value of the product. They say it's well worth the money, a great buy, and worth the trouble. Some mention that the extra price is worth the ease of use and the quality of workmanship over other brands. Overall, customers find the product to be an inexpensive way to get into front squatting.

"...This is an awesome and affordable little product and it WORKS...." Read more

"...It is worth every penny in my opinion and a far wiser purchase than the alternative bar pad...." Read more

"This is one of the cheapest and best investments I've made in weight equipment...." Read more

"...It's not perfect either, but it's an inexpensive way to get into front squatting without putting either your wrists or shoulders through hell to..." Read more

65 customers mention65 positive0 negative

Customers find the weight distribution of the sports bra nice, better on their shoulders, and comfortable. They say it controls the weight and keeps it where the user needs it. Customers also mention that it spreads the weight off of the spine and over the traps, allowing better balance.

"...pad, and the control is also better as the hard plastic actually distributes the load evenly over my entire trapezius...." Read more

"...Manta Ray performs very much like a saddle in that it effectively redistributes the weight across the entire trapezius muscle rather than the very..." Read more

"...It snaps on and off the bar easily, and balances well enough to use for lunges as well. A truly amazing product...." Read more

"...cowl drapes over the back of your neck and shoulders distributing the weight quite nicely...." Read more

42 customers mention42 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the weight lifting pad. They say it is a welcome addition to their weight lifting routine, improves the exercise, and allows them to increase their squat weight by at least 100 pounds. The pad helps even the load of the bar on their neck, making weight lifting much more fun. Customers also mention that it eliminates the pain on their traps and allows for more reps and weights.

"...experience is any indication you will experience weight loss, an increase in energy, a much easier time going up stairs, and your wife (or husband)..." Read more

"...With the Manta Ray, I can now squat big, heavy plates that give my legs a real workout, and leave my neck and shoulders in comfort while I do it...." Read more

"...supportive position, but it is super comfortable and actually keeps me in the groove with good form, and no pain. Highly recommend!" Read more

"Great for added stability and you can add more weight for doing squats...." Read more

33 customers mention33 positive0 negative

Customers like the pressure of the product. They mention it really relieves the pressure, takes the pressure off of the spine, and spreads the pain all throughout their shoulders. Customers also say that it no longer feels the pinch pressure of a bar when they do squats. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product's ability to relieve pain and stress.

"...to the new motion (more vertical), it has pretty much alleviated the extraneous pressure on my shoulders and I can still squat heavier like I'd like...." Read more

"...Still, this distributes the pressure from the bar significantly and makes it easier to focus on your form, since you won't be rushing through the..." Read more

"...Well, the Manta Ray definitely takes the stress off the elbows, shoulders, and is not uncomfortable at all resting on my traps...." Read more

"...It works really well and I no longer feel the pinch pressure of the bar when I do squats with this product...." Read more

31 customers mention22 positive9 negative

Customers find the product easy to use. They mention it's simple, effective, and convenient. Customers also appreciate the instructions for care and use.

"...more comfortably with this than any other barbell pad, and the control is also better as the hard plastic actually distributes the load evenly over..." Read more

"...the pressure from the bar significantly and makes it easier to focus on your form, since you won't be rushing through the set to get that..." Read more

"...It does take some getting use to, especially if you're already used to squatting without the Manta Ray or any kind of padding on the bar...." Read more

"...At first I was surprised by how small and simple it was. The only contents were the Manta Ray and a piece of paper with some basic instructions...." Read more

57 customers mention32 positive25 negative

Customers are mixed about the fit of the barbell. Some mention it fits on the bar perfectly, and stays on place. It snaps onto standard straight bars easily. However, others say that it does not fit them as well as they wish, or that it's too small for their size.

"...This one is just as comfortable and well-fitting as the original one!!!" Read more

"...I opened it, and at first I thought... it was a joke.it seemed so small. I though maybe I did not choose the right size...." Read more

"...It snaps on and off the bar easily, and balances well enough to use for lunges as well. A truly amazing product...." Read more

"...don't have issues with your neckbone sticking out then this product will NOT fit right and you will hate it...." Read more

Best squat pad ever!
5 Stars
Best squat pad ever!
I currently own 2 other squat pads (a thick EVA foam type and a manta ray clone made out of softer EVA material). None of them holds a candle to the MantaRay. I can squat heavier weights more comfortably with this than any other barbell pad, and the control is also better as the hard plastic actually distributes the load evenly over my entire trapezius. And it stays on firmly on my various 28-29mm bars.Don't be like me, waste time buying other inferior products first to save some money.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best squat pad ever!
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I currently own 2 other squat pads (a thick EVA foam type and a manta ray clone made out of softer EVA material). None of them holds a candle to the MantaRay. I can squat heavier weights more comfortably with this than any other barbell pad, and the control is also better as the hard plastic actually distributes the load evenly over my entire trapezius. And it stays on firmly on my various 28-29mm bars.
Don't be like me, waste time buying other inferior products first to save some money.
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Patrick Beck
5.0 out of 5 stars Money well spent.
Reviewed in Canada on February 2, 2023
Dale
5.0 out of 5 stars A good product which greatly improves shoulder and neck comfort when doing squats.
Reviewed in Canada on November 29, 2015
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb for efficient loading of the spine
Reviewed in Canada on November 5, 2020
Revector
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice product for High bar squats
Reviewed in Canada on June 20, 2014
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Jasmine Rice
5.0 out of 5 stars The Manta Ray defiantly does it’s job!!!!
Reviewed in Canada on March 9, 2020