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Why Choose the Bolo Stick?

Not all door barricades are equal. The Bolo Stick is the only device on the market that combines universal door compatibility, one-step activation, 4,200+ pounds of force resistance, and compliance with most fire codes — all for just $69.

Bolo Stick door barricade device
4,200+
Pounds of Force
$69
Per Unit
5 Min
Installation Time
6
Countries
0
Mechanical Parts
33
Years Law Enforcement

9 Reasons Schools, Churches & Businesses Choose Bolo Stick

Engineered by a 33-year law enforcement veteran who saw firsthand what works when seconds matter.

4,200+ Pounds of Force

Independently tested to withstand over two tons of force. Built from solid 1045 cold-rolled steel with zero mechanical parts that can fail.

Only $69 Per Unit

The most affordable door barricade on the market. Cost-effective enough to equip every classroom, every office, every room in your building.

One-Step Activation

Round peg, round hole. No training required. No fine motor skills needed. Anyone can deploy it in seconds, even under extreme stress.

5-Minute Installation

Installs with basic tools in minutes. No contractors, no permanent door modifications, no special equipment. Comes with a step-by-step guide.

Inswing & Outswing Doors

The only barricade device on the market that works on both inward and outward swinging doors. Universal compatibility for any building.

Meets Most Fire Codes

Generally compliant with most state and local fire and building codes — always confirm with your local officials. One-step operation: no tight grasping, pinching, or wrist twisting required.

First Responder Access

Commercial model includes a master key that allows fire departments and law enforcement to deactivate the device from outside the door.

Made in USA

Designed by a 33-year law enforcement veteran and manufactured from American-made 1045 cold-rolled steel right here in the United States.

Trusted Worldwide

Deployed across the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Sweden, Spain, and Australia. Endorsed by NASRO and the Tennessee Sheriffs' Association.

Every Pin Is a Door Somebody Decided to Secure

Bill drops a pin each time an order ships. 225 of them across 40 states, plus 14 more overseas.

Map of Bolo Stick orders across the United States225 plotted orders spread over 40 states: 99 homes, 72 businesses, 68 schools. A further 14 orders shipped to Australia, Canada, Spain, the United Kingdom and Sweden.AKHI
  • 68 Schools
  • 72 Businesses
  • 99 Homes

Pins carry no names and no addresses, only a rough location. Orders placed before the map went up are not on it, and 14 pins in Australia, Canada, Spain, the United Kingdom and Sweden sit outside this frame.

Bolo Stick vs. Other Door Barricades

See how the Bolo Stick compares to other door barricade devices on the market.

FeatureBolo StickOthers
Works on inswing & outswing doors
One-step activation
No training required
Meets most fire codesSome
First responder key accessSome
No fine motor skills required
Under $100 per unitRarely
Zero mechanical failure points
5-minute installation
Made in USASome

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