Simple Reliable Door Barricade
The door barricade lockdown device to protect what matters. Trusted by schools & churches across America.
4,200+
Pounds of Force
$69
Per Unit
5 Min
Installation
Simple Security. Serious Protection.
When seconds matter, you need a door barricade device that works. Instantly, every time. No buttons, no fine motor skills, no complicated instructions.
One-Step Activation
Insert the round peg into the round hole. No training, no fine motor skills, no complexity. Deploys in seconds, even under extreme stress.
Inswing & Outswing Doors
The only barricade device on the market that works on both inward and outward swinging doors. Universal compatibility for any building.
Zero Mechanical Failure
No moving parts, no electronics, nothing to jam or malfunction. Solid 1045 cold-rolled steel that performs every time.
First Responder Access
Commercial model includes a master key for authorized entry from outside, supporting fire-code compliance in most jurisdictions. Always confirm with your local officials.
33
Years Law
Enforcement
Why Choose Bolo Stick?
Designed by a veteran police officer who understands real-world security threats.
Independently Tested
Rated to withstand over 4,200 pounds of force — more than 2 tons — in independent testing.
Most Affordable
Just $69 per unit. The most cost-effective door barricade on the market, making it feasible for every classroom.
5-Minute Installation
Installs with basic tools in minutes. No contractors, no permanent door modifications, no ongoing maintenance.
Meets Most Fire Codes
Generally compliant with most state and local fire and building codes — always confirm with your local building, fire, and law enforcement officials. One-step operation: no tight grasping, pinching, or wrist twisting.
Made in USA
Manufactured from American-made 1045 cold-rolled steel. Designed by a 33-year law enforcement veteran.
Trusted Worldwide
Deployed across the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Sweden, Spain, and Australia.
Protecting Communities Across America
See Bolo Stick In Action
Watch how simple it is to install and activate the Bolo Stick door barricade. One step activates it — one step deactivates it.
Trusted By Professionals
“I believe that the Bolo Stick is the best and most cost-effective security device on the market today. As a Fire Chief, I endorse the Bolo Stick because of its simplicity, ease of use, and compliance with local fire codes.”
Brian Taylor
Fire Chief, Pleasant Township Fire Department
Grove City, OH
“In a smaller school district built over years of changing building codes, Bolo Stick was the product we selected which met all of our criteria to function with the least possible amount of human or mechanical error.”
John C. Jones
Director of School Safety, Bullard Independent School District
Bullard, TX
“We felt it was the best quality device that was out there — the easiest for our teachers to use and for our maintenance staff to install.”
John Grabowski
Superintendent, Champion Local Schools
Warren, OH
“When I look at Bolo Stick I see a tool that will change the outcome of these horrific events that are becoming a trend within our schools.”
Alan Bansky
Homeland Defense Bureau Intelligence Officer, Phoenix Police Department
Phoenix, AZ
“I've acquired virtually every barricade device on the market to review and demo during facility security assessments. Bolo Stick has been my go-to recommendation for school districts for a few years now.”
Ken Thomas
Security Professional, School Security Consultant
“The Bolo Stick works as advertised and is an effective secondary door locking device. The simplicity of the design makes it foolproof to use — even under the stress of an emergency. Just slide the round peg in the round hole, and the door is secure.”
Bruce A. Otley
Superintendent, Liberty-Benton Local Schools
Findlay, OH
33
Years Law
Enforcement
After 33 years as a police officer, William J. Barna saw firsthand the need for simple, reliable security solutions that actually work when seconds matter.
He designed the Bolo Stick with one principle in mind: make security accessible to everyone. No complicated mechanisms. No expensive installations. No ongoing costs.
“Our mission is making millions of products, not millions of dollars. Everyone deserves to feel safe.”
That's why the Bolo Stick costs just $69 — a fraction of what other door barricade devices charge — while outperforming them in independent testing.
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Join thousands of schools, churches, businesses, and homes across America who trust the Bolo Stick for reliable door security.
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Join thousands of schools, churches, businesses, and homes across America who trust the Bolo Stick for reliable door security.
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