My project...

[MaryA]

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Phew... I am having a heck of a time posting pictures! Even though they're saved as jpg and reduced in size, I keep getting an error message. Saved them to photobucket. Let's see if this works!

This was my weekend project. The lower bar was added when the single-bar attempt was not structurally sound. Total cost, about $25.

I've been wanting to get my DD a floor bar for some time, but the $100+ price-tag seemed excessive. A wood-working project, however simple, seemed daunting. Working with PVC is just like using big constructo-straws! I did glue the pieces together with PVC glue after I had a working design.

Disclamer: my DD is only about 65 pounds, so I'm not sure what the weight limit would be on something like this. Let's just say that I'm not going to try it.

 

[Gymdad2]

A very clever idea and very nicely done. Congrats.

 

[GymnastJoy]

Wow- a very impressive DIY project!

Just curious, what is a floor bar for? Strength/conditioning? I'm sure your dd is thrilled.

 

[gymdog]

You can make paralettes too (so like two separate small bars). It's really good for handstands and presses because it is not so hard on the wrists for most people.

 

[MaryA]

Wow- a very impressive DIY project!

Just curious, what is a floor bar for? Strength/conditioning? I'm sure your dd is thrilled.

Well, I'm hoping she'll use it to practice squat-ons. Also handstands and such.

She had a set of paralettes that came with a pull-up bar that we bought, but one of them broke. I'm sure she'd like to have another set. Maybe when I feel another burst of creative energy coming on!

 

[AlexsGymmyMom]

Nice job! I may have to be a copy cat!!!! My DD is about 65 lbs also!!

 

[Danica76]

Fantastic idea! I may also have to copy cat DD is working on straddle handstands & squat-on's - I know she would love to have a floor bar, esp. when she asks, "Can I work some basics, Mom?" We have a no flight rule in our house. The kid can walk across a 4 in beam but stubs her toe almost everyday walking down the stairs! Great job, Mary!