Description
Figure 8 Axle Deadlift Straps Built for Thick Bar and Strongman Pulling
These axle figure 8 deadlift straps are designed specifically for thick bars used in strongman training. Figure 8 straps are designed to create a secure connection between your hands and the bar, removing grip as the limiting factor during heavy pulls. The Team Industry Heavy Duty Figure 8 Wrist Straps (34″) are the longest option in the range, making them ideal for axle bars, thick bars and strongman deadlift events.
The extra material length allows the strap to wrap fully around larger diameter bars while still locking your hands securely into position. For this reason they are a popular choice among strongman athletes who regularly train with axle bars or compete in high-rep deadlift events.
Durable construction and reinforced stitching mean these straps can handle repeated heavy training sessions, whether you’re preparing for strongman competition or pushing for new deadlift personal bests in the gym.
Who should use axle figure 8 lifting straps?
Axle figure 8 straps are designed primarily for strongman athletes and lifters training with thick bars.
They are particularly useful for:
- Axle deadlifts and strongman events
- Thick bar training where normal straps struggle to wrap properly
- Heavy deadlift sessions where maximum grip support is needed
- Lifters with larger wrists who need extra strap length
Because the straps lock around the bar, they allow you to focus entirely on pulling power without worrying about grip fatigue.
What size figure 8 straps should I use for axle bars?
Axle bars are thicker than standard barbells, which means longer straps are needed to wrap around the bar properly. The 34″ axle size is designed specifically for this purpose. The extra material length allows the strap to loop around thicker bars while still creating the secure figure 8 connection that strongman athletes rely on.
Smaller sizes may struggle to wrap comfortably around an axle bar, especially when lifting heavy loads.
What is the difference between axle and standard figure 8 straps?
Standard figure 8 straps are designed for normal Olympic barbells. Axle figure 8 straps are longer so they can wrap properly around thick bars used in strongman training. For this reason, the axle size is usually preferred by strongman athletes, while standard sizes work well for barbell deadlifts in powerlifting or gym training. If you train mostly with a normal barbell, you may prefer Standard Figure 8 Deadlift Straps, which are designed for Olympic bars and general strength training.
If you’re building your strength training kit, explore the full Team Industry lifting strap range at Buds Fitness including lasso straps, wrist wraps and strongman lifting equipment.
