The Ohio Bar – Black Zinc is a high-quality, multi-purpose barbell made by Rogue in Columbus, Ohio. It’s designed to perform well across a wide range of strength training disciplines—powerlifting, Olympic weightlifting, CrossFit, etc. The shaft is made from high-grade U.S. steel with about 190,000 PSI tensile strength. It features Rogue’s dual knurl marks, which means it has markings for both powerlifting and Olympic lifting, but it does not have a centre knurl, making certain positions such as front rack or cleans more comfortable. The shaft is finished in black zinc coating, while the sleeves are bright zinc, giving a striking look and helping with corrosion resistance. Bronze bushings ensure a reliable spin, and the sleeves are loaded with plates using approximately 16.40 inches of space. Built tough, the bar has an F-Scale rating of F8-R, indicating high durability under repeated loads/drops.
Key Features
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MEN'S 20KG MULTI-PURPOSE BARBELL: Engineered for versatility, the Ohio Bar stands out in any number of strength movements, including the bench press, squat, deadlifts, clean, snatch, and more.
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CRAFTED FOR EXCELLENCE IN COLUMBUS: Each Ohio Bar undergoes precise machining and assembly in Columbus, OH, utilizing US steel specifically selected to achieve an optimal blend of flexibility for Olympic lifts and stability for heavy powerlifting. The 190,000 PSI tensile strength shaft is equipped with dual knurl marks tailored for Olympic Weightlifting (IWF) and Powerlifting (IPF), along with our distinctive Ohio knurling pattern providing a solid yet non-abrasive grip suitable for multi-purpose strength training.
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Best In Class Durability: Engineered to withstand the increased demands that functional movements and Olympic lifts place on barbells today through overhead drops.
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2X Quieter Performance: Refined with even stricter tolerances, precision-machined bronze bushings fit tighter around the shaft, and improved internal sleeve tolerances dampen sound and eliminate unwanted movement, ensuring a smoother and more stable lift.
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UNMATCHED REPUTATION: For over a decade, the Rogue 20KG Ohio Bar has set the industry standard as the ultimate multi-purpose barbell. With the latest edition, we've taken our flagship barbell to new heights, delivering our most dynamic and precision machined Ohio Bar to date. The Ohio Bar represents more than just the Rogue brand. Its name is a testament to where we work, who we are, and the pride we feel in continuing to make the best weightlifting bars in the market.
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Best In Class Durability: With a F-Scale rating of F8-R, the Ohio Bar is among the most durable barbells in its class. By optimizing materials and manufacturing techniques, the Ohio Bar has been engineered to withstand the increased demands that CrossFit, Olympic lifting and functional fitness place on barbells today
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Bright Zinc SLeeve: Finish A bright zinc finished sleeve contrasts with the black zinc shaft, adding both oxidation resistance and a classic look to the bar.
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2X QUIETER PERFORMANCE: Using precision machining, we are able to tighten the fit of the sleeve on the shaft which means a smoother spin, a more connected feeling while lifting and significant noise reduction.
specifications
- Weight: 20 kg (≈ 44 lb)
- Shaft Diameter: 28.5 mm
- Tensile Strength: 190,000 PSI
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Finish: Black Zinc shaft; Bright Zinc sleeves
- Sleeve Rotation System: Bronze bushings
- Loadable Sleeve Length: ~ 16.40″ per side
- Overall Bar Length: ~ 86.75 inches
