I have a bump on my spine/upper neck from the squat bar. Will this help me squat without aggrivating the bump?

I've seen this several times. Arnold Schwarzenegger had what I call a "squat knot" that was about half the size of a tennis ball. In fact, the first time I saw this was in our booth at the Arnold Schwarzenegger Fitness Expo, in Columbus, OH around 1993 or 94. This guys girlfriend asked me if the Manta Ray would get rid of it. I felt it and it was hard like a calcium deposit and I had no idea if it would/could go away. They came back a couple of years later (now married with a baby in tow) to thank me because it was completely gone. She said it did take a while. Google "pumping iron vhs images" and the one on the right with the title in red down by Arnold's knees shows the bump we're talking about. Good luck. Mark (inventor and manufacturer of the Manta Ray)

Will this work with an EZ bar?

Negative. It works with a one inch diameter barbell bar. An olympic barbell is correct for the Manta Ray. A smaller diameter bar will not be held correctly and the bar will slide.

Is it legal in powerlifting?

Not for competitions. This is primarily a training devise. Thank you.

I have used a manta ray for years but my question is for those who have used both the manta ray and a safety squat bar and your comparisons

My gym has a safety squat bar that has no pads so I use my manta ray on it, works great.

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Material
Polyurethane
Brand
Manta Ray
Item weight
1 Pounds
Grip type
Padded
Grip size
Standard

⚖️Lightweight 454g design

🛡️Reduces injury risk

🏋️‍♂️Optimized squat load distribution

Description

🏋️‍♂️ Elevate your squat game—comfort meets power in every rep!

EFFORTLESS SETUP - Snap-on design centers perfectly every time—no guesswork
MASS BUILDING FOCUS - Directs energy to muscle fibers, maximizing hypertrophy potential
COMPACT LIGHTWEIGHT - Under 0.5kg with durable polyurethane polymer for easy transport
INJURY PREVENTION TECH - Minimizes muscle trauma and crush injuries during heavy lifts
ERGONOMIC LOAD TRANSFER - Shifts bar weight from deltoids to trapezius for pain-free squats

The Manta Ray Original is a cutting-edge squat load distribution device crafted from durable polyurethane polymer. Weighing just 454 grams and measuring 33.5 x 13.7 x 10.4 cm, it redistributes barbell weight from vulnerable deltoids and vertebrae to the trapezius muscles, reducing injury risk and discomfort. Its snap-on design ensures perfect bar centering, allowing lifters to focus on technique and maximize muscle growth safely.

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Action	add
Team	manta ray
Material Type	Polyurethane Polymer
Sport	Bodybuilding, Exercise and Fitness
Batteries Included?	No
Brand	Manta Ray
Manufacturer	Manta Ray
Item model number	67070
Product Dimensions	33.53 x 13.72 x 10.41 cm; 453.59 g
ASIN	B0017DGBY8

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