AmazeFan Parallettes Bars are designed as high-clearance, industrial-grade steel supports for calisthenics, gymnastics, and functional strength training. In 2026, they remain a popular choice for athletes who need a stable platform for high-elevation movements like handstand push-ups, planches, and deep dips.
By elevating your hands off the floor, these bars allow for a greater range of motion and significantly reduce wrist strain by allowing for a neutral grip.
Key Specifications & Features
The AmazeFan bars are built for stability under heavy bodyweight loads.
- Construction: Made from thickened carbon steel (often incorrectly listed as aluminum in some catalogs, but verified as high-strength steel). The pipes are designed to resist bending even under intense downward force.
- Dimensions: Approximately 16.6″ L x 10″ W x 10″ H (some variants reach 12″ height). This high-profile design provides the necessary “deficit” for deep handstand work.
- Anti-Slip Stability: Features enlarged, thickened feet with adjustable off-center corner sets (3–8mm). Rotating these feet allows you to level the bars on uneven surfaces like outdoor concrete or slightly warped wooden floors.
- Grip Comfort: The bars are wrapped in high-density foam. This provides a non-slip surface and prevents the “digging” sensation that bare steel can cause during long isometric holds like L-sits.
- Portability: Weighing approximately 3.5 to 4.5 lbs, they are easy to disassemble and pack into a gym bag for outdoor training or travel.
Versatile Strength Training Uses
Parallettes are essential for moving from basic push-ups to elite-level calisthenics.
| Exercise | Benefit of Using Parallettes |
|---|---|
| Handstands | Provides a more natural wrist angle and better leverage for “finger-gripping” the bar to balance. |
| Deficit Push-ups | Allows your chest to drop below your hands, increasing the stretch and muscle fiber recruitment. |
| L-Sits / V-Sits | The extra height makes it easier for beginners to lift their legs off the ground without hitting the floor. |
| Planche Training | Essential for “leaning” forward; the bars provide the stability needed to shift your center of gravity. |
Safety & Setup Tips
- Leveling: Before your first handstand, place both bars on your workout surface and check for any “wobble.” Rotate the adjustable corner feet until both bars are perfectly rock-solid.
- Width Setting: For most exercises, set the bars shoulder-width apart. For handstands, some users prefer them slightly wider to create a more stable “tripod” base.
- Wall Support: If you are new to handstands on bars, place the parallettes about 10–12 inches away from a wall. This allows you to “kick up” safely without the fear of over-balancing.
- Wrist Health: Even with a neutral grip, it is vital to warm up your wrists with circles and light stretching before putting your full weight on the bars.
Final Verdict
The AmazeFan Parallettes are an excellent entry-to-mid-level choice for home gyms. While professional gymnasts might eventually move to solid wood bars (for better “wicking” of sweat), the high steel design of the AmazeFan is more durable for outdoor use and offers superior height for those focused on deep pressing movements.