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This technique bar gives new lifters a lighter bar for\npractising the snatch, clean and jerk, squat and deadlift without having to begin with\nthe weight of a full training bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003eAt 5 kg, it also works well for warm-ups, particularly before Olympic weightlifting\nsessions. Lifters can rehearse the movement, build confidence under the bar and focus on\ntiming before progressing to heavier loading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003ch2\u003eA 5 kg training bar for beginners and young lifters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aluminium construction keeps the bar light and easy to handle. A 25 mm shaft and\n2,010 mm overall length give athletes a clear barbell setup for technical work, while the\n1,320 mm distance between the sleeves and 50 mm loading pin diameter define the bar's\ntraining dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003eFor home gyms, clubs and commercial gyms, the bar provides a practical way to introduce\nbeginners to barbell movements without making a full weightlifting bar the starting\npoint. It is equally useful when coaches need a dedicated technique bar for repeated\ndrills and warm-up sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for technique work within a 20 kg load rating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aluminium Technique Bar is rated to a maximum load of 20 kg. Within that\nrecommended limit, the aluminium construction provides a durable training tool for\nrepeated technique development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003eThe load ceiling also makes the purpose of the bar straightforward. Movement quality\ncomes first, with only the load needed for technical practice added before the athlete\nprogresses to a heavier bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003eFor clubs looking for the next step between a technique bar and a full-size bar, the 10 kg\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-be\/products\/youth-weightlifting-bar-spring-steel-shaft-brass-bushings-10k\"\u003eYouth Weightlifting Bar\u003c\/a\u003e\nprovides a heavier option for developing young lifters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003ch2\u003eSPECS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterial: Aluminium\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeight: 5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTotal length: 2,010 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLength between sleeves: 1,320 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShaft diameter: 25 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLoading pin diameter: 50 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLoad capacity: Rated up to 20 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n \n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a technique bar for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA technique bar gives beginners and young lifters a lighter starting point for learning\nbarbell movements. This model can be used for practising the snatch, clean and jerk,\nsquat and deadlift, as well as for warm-ups before Olympic weightlifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003ch3\u003eHow much does a technique bar weigh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis technique bar weighs 5 kg. If empty barbell weight is an important consideration\nwhen choosing a training bar, the low starting weight makes this model easier to handle\nbefore progressing to a heavier bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003ch3\u003eCan this technique bar be used as a kids barbell?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is designed for young lifters as well as adults who are new to weightlifting\nand need a light bar for learning technique before adding more weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003ch3\u003eIs an aluminium technique bar durable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aluminium construction is designed to provide a durable training tool when the bar\nis used within its recommended load. The maximum rated load is 20 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Strength Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40345798213812,"sku":"BAR-ALU-TECH","price":179.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/6113\/1956\/products\/BAR-ALU-TECH_Shop_x2_d1974260-c033-461d-99c7-0d0d9e186455.jpg?v=1678370808"},{"product_id":"riot-hybrid-bar","title":"Riot Hybrid Barbell, 20 kg","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRiot Hybrid Bar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Riot Hybrid Bar bridges the gap between powerlifting and Olympic weightlifting bars. Its 28 mm shaft, dual markings (IPF + IWF), and moderate spin make it a multi-purpose barbell for gyms and functional training environments that combine strength training, XFit-style work, and Olympic lifting in the same session. Like every bar in the Riot range, it was developed in-house and features our sword-and-torch-inspired sleeve collar in a medium-width design, slimmer than the version used on the squat and deadlift bars, but wider than the power bar collar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAn Olympic Barbell Built for Powerlifting, Weightlifting and Functional Training\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Riot Hybrid Bar features our in-house sleeve collar design. Its angled, faceted shape is inspired by both an Olympic torch and a sword blade, giving the bar a distinctive look that carries across the Riot range. The Hybrid Bar uses a medium-width sleeve collar, positioned between the slimmer design of the Riot Power Bar and the wider collar found on the Riot Squat Bar and Riot Deadlift Bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shaft and sleeves are finished in hard chrome. It's the same tough, bright chrome finish used across the Riot bar range. It's thin, dense, and highly resistant to rust and abrasion. It follows the knurling closely enough to keep a crisp knurl feel through years of heavy training, offering long-term durability without the added cost of a competition-calibrated bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRotation comes from graphite-infused bronze bushings rather than needle bearings. These solid bronze sleeve bushings have graphite particles embedded directly into the metal, creating a permanent, self-lubricating system that won't dry out over the working life of the bar. The trade-off is deliberate: bushings rotate more slowly and with greater resistance than bearings, providing smoother, more controlled sleeve rotation that limits unnecessary sleeve and plate rotation during functional training, while still offering enough spin for occasional Olympic-style lifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHybrid Barbell with 28 mm shaft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 28 mm shaft offers moderate whip, providing enough flex to support bar speed and turnover in Olympic-style movements, while the bushings keep sleeve rotation controlled for greater stability during heavier strength work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Riot bar features the same identification system. The bar's name, weight, and shaft diameter are laser-engraved on the inside face of the sleeve collar, so the markings remain legible throughout the life of the bar, regardless of how it's stored: hung, stacked, or racked sleeve collar-first. The end cap repeats the essential information at a glance. It's colour-coded by weight (blue for this 20kg bar) and has the weight printed directly on the cap, making it easy to identify the correct bar for the intended exercise without checking a label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn-house design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-purpose \/ hybrid barbell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard chrome\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaft diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSleeve diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnurling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2 mm moderate, no center knurl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarkings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e81 cm + 91 cm (dual, IPF + IWF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRotation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGraphite-infused bronze bushings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax load recommendation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e454 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnd caps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue (20 kg colour code)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's a hybrid bar good for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnything in between. Functional training, XFit-style WODs, and gyms that combine powerlifting and Olympic weightlifting movements in the same training session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for both Olympic lifts and powerlifting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The 28 mm shaft, moderate knurling, and moderate spin sit deliberately between our dedicated power bars and weightlifting bars, so it handles snatches, cleans, squats, and presses well without specialising in any one discipline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dual markings for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 81 cm markings match IPF powerlifting hand spacing, while the 91 cm markings match IWF Olympic weightlifting hand spacing, so one bar supports both grip standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy no centre knurl?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Hybrid Bar has no centre knurl for greater comfort during high rep Olympic-style movements and front rack positions, where a centre knurl can become abrasive against the neck and throat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBushings or bearings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGraphite infused bronze bushings. They provide more spin than a typical power bar, but less than a dedicated Olympic bearing bar, giving a controlled balance between stability and rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's laser engraved on this bar, and where?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bar's name, weight, and 28 mm shaft diameter are laser engraved on the inside face of the sleeve collar, so they remain legible throughout the life of the bar. The end cap repeats the essential information, is colour coded blue for this 20 kg bar, and has the weight printed directly on the cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the sleeve collar look like that?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is part of Riot's in house design language. The angled, faceted sleeve collar is inspired by both an Olympic torch and a double edged sword. On the Hybrid Bar, it uses a medium width profile that sits between the slim sleeve collar on the power bars and the wider version on the squat and deadlift bars.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Strength Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57162418585865,"sku":"BAR-RIOT-HYBRID","price":299.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/6113\/1956\/files\/strengt-shop-riot-hybrid-bar-20kg-ipf-iwf-approved-allrounder-1_d9db3223-717b-4605-b719-5d3201d82139.jpg?v=1787680912"},{"product_id":"riot-weightlifting-bar-2-0-iwf-womens-spec","title":"Riot Weightlifting Bar 2.0, 15 kg - IWF Women's Spec","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRiot Weightlifting Bar 2.0 – Women's (15 kg)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Riot Weightlifting Bar 2.0 is a 15 kg Olympic weightlifting bar built to IWF women's specifications. Its 25 mm shaft, moderate 1.2 mm knurling and absence of centre knurling suit the grip and front-rack positions used in the snatch and clean and jerk. Precision needle bearings give the sleeves fast, consistent rotation, while the shaft produces responsive whip under load. The bar was designed in-house and uses the mid-width Riot sleeve collar shared with the men's Weightlifting Bar and the Hybrid Bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e25 mm Olympic weightlifting bar with needle-bearing spin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach sleeve rotates on precision needle bearings. Inside the bearing, a ring of slim steel rollers runs around the shaft and supports the sleeve as it turns. A bushing system creates rotation across a sliding surface, while the rolling contact inside a needle bearing produces considerably less friction. This allows the sleeves to spin quickly and consistently during explosive Olympic lifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the turnover in the snatch and clean and jerk, the sleeves can rotate independently of the athlete's wrists. This reduces the twisting force transferred through the hands and wrists as the bar changes position. The fast sleeve rotation supports a smoother turnover and helps the athlete move under the bar without fighting against its rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 25 mm shaft is thinner than the 28 mm shaft used on the men's Weightlifting Bar and flexes more readily under load. The shaft loads and bends during the pull, then rebounds as the bar moves through the turnover. Combined with the low-friction sleeve rotation, this creates a lively, responsive whip through the pull, turnover and receiving position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHard chrome finish and Riot sleeve design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe shaft and sleeves have a hard chrome coating. The same coating is used on the sleeves throughout the Riot bar range. Its thin, bright and dense layer helps protect the steel against rust, abrasion and repeated contact with plates and rack hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the coating closely follows the profile of the knurling, the moderate 1.2 mm pattern retains a firm and \"locked in\" feel. This combines surface protection with the grip required for regular snatch and clean and jerk training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe angled, faceted sleeve collar is part of the Riot range's in-house design. Viewed from one side, its profile recalls an Olympic torch. From the other, it resembles a blade. The collar also helps distinguish the different bar types within the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the Weightlifting Bars and the Hybrid Bar, the sleeve collar has a mid-width design. It is wider than on the Riot Power Bars and narrower than on the Squat and Deadlift Bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Riot bar uses the same identification system: the name, weight and shaft diameter are laser-engraved on the inside of the sleeve collar, so the specifications remain legible throughout the life of the bar, regardless of how it is stored. The end cap shows the key information at a glance. It is colour-coded by weight, yellow on this 15 kg bar, and has the weight printed directly on it, allowing anyone in the gym to identify the correct bar for the relevant discipline immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn-house design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOlympic weightlifting bar (IWF spec, women's)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard chrome\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaft diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e201,0 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSleeve diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnurling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2 mm moderate, no center knurl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarkings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e91 cm (IWF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRotation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeedle bearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax load recommendation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e454 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnd caps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow (15 kg colour code)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this women's Olympic bar IWF-compliant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The 15 kg weight, 25 mm shaft, 201 cm length, 91 cm grip markings and absence of centre knurling follow the IWF specifications for women's Olympic weightlifting bars. The bar is IWF-compliant but does not carry official IWF certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does this Olympic weightlifting bar weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe bar weighs 15 kg. Its yellow end caps follow the weight colour code for a women's Olympic bar and display the weight directly, making the correct bar easy to identify on a busy gym floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions of this Olympic barbell?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe bar is 201 cm long and has a 25 mm shaft. The sleeves measure 50 mm in diameter and are made for standard Olympic weight plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does this bar use needle bearings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach needle bearing contains a ring of slim steel rollers around the shaft. This creates low-friction sleeve rotation and allows the sleeves to spin freely as the bar moves through the turnover. During the snatch and clean and jerk, the sleeves rotate independently of the wrists. This reduces the twisting force transferred through the hands and keeps the turnover smooth as the athlete moves under the bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the women's and men's weightlifting bars?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe women's bar weighs 15 kg, measures 201 cm and has a 25 mm shaft without centre knurling. The men's bar weighs 20 kg, measures 220 cm and uses a 28 mm shaft with centre knurling. The thinner 25 mm shaft flexes more readily under load, giving the women's bar a lively, responsive whip through the pull and turnover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this bar be used for powerlifting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt can be used for general barbell training. Its 25 mm shaft, responsive whip and fast bearing rotation are designed around the snatch and clean and jerk. A Power Bar or Hybrid Bar is better suited to regular heavy squats, bench presses and deadlifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the women's bar have no centre knurl?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe IWF specification for women's bars does not include centre knurling. The smooth centre section also limits unnecessary contact with the neck and upper chest during front-rack positions and repeated Olympic lifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is laser-engraved on the bar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe product name, bar weight and shaft diameter are laser-engraved on the inner face of the sleeve collar. The placement keeps the specifications easy to read when the bar is hung, stacked or stored collar-first. The yellow end cap repeats the 15 kg weight for quick identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the sleeve collar have this shape?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe angled, faceted sleeve collar is part of the Riot range's in-house design. Viewed from one side, it recalls an Olympic torch. From the other, it resembles a blade. The women's and men's Weightlifting Bars share this mid-width sleeve collar with the Hybrid Bar. 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The 28 mm shaft and durable needle bearings provide optimal whip and spin for snatch and clean \u0026amp; jerk. Like every bar in the Riot range, it is designed in-house, including the mid-width, sword-and-torch-inspired sleeve collar shared with the Women's Bar and the Hybrid Bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e28 mm Olympic Weightlifting Bar with Needle Bearings and Hard Chrome\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe medium-width sleeve collar is part of Riot's in-house design language. Its angled, faceted profile suggests an Olympic torch from one side and a blade from the other. On the Weightlifting and Hybrid Bars, it sits between the slimmer collar used on the Power Bars and the wider versions fitted to the Squat and Deadlift Bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHard chrome covers the shaft and sleeves, using the same mirror-bright finish found on the sleeves throughout the Riot range. The thin, dense coating resists rust and abrasion while following the knurl profile closely, helping the moderate pattern retain a firm, secure grip through regular heavy training. Calibration is reserved for the stainless steel, nickel and black chrome bars in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach sleeve rotates on needle bearings made from slim steel rollers arranged around the shaft. This rolling contact reduces friction and keeps sleeve rotation smooth through the turnover in the snatch and clean and jerk. Less rotational force reaches the hands and wrists as the bar moves into the catch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 28 mm shaft provides a noticeable, controlled whip under load. During a heavy snatch or clean, the shaft flexes through the pull and rebounds as the lifter moves under the bar. Experienced lifters can coordinate the pull and catch with this movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bar name, weight and shaft diameter are laser engraved on the inside face of the Sleeve Collar. The specifications remain visible whether the bar is hung, stacked or stored collar-first. The blue end cap repeats the 20 kg weight, making the correct bar easy to identify on a busy gym floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn-house design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOlympic weightlifting bar (IWF spec, men's)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard chrome\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaft diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSleeve diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnurling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2 mm moderate, center knurl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarkings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e91 cm (IWF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRotation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeedle bearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax load recommendation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e454 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnd caps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue (20 kg colour code)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this bar approved for IWF competition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is built to the relevant IWF specifications for men's Olympic weightlifting, including weight, dimensions and marking positions, but it is not IWF-certified or approved for use in official competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does it have a center knurl but the women's bar doesn't?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis follows the IWF specification for men's bars, which includes a center knurl; the women's spec omits it. It's a standards difference, not a performance one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy needle bearings and not bushings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNeedle bearings spin almost frictionlessly, letting the bar rotate independently of your wrists during the catch and turnover, critical for snatch and clean \u0026amp; jerk technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this bar handle powerlifting movements?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt can be used occasionally, but it's optimized for Olympic lifting, not heavy max-effort squats or bench press. 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