Rogue B&R Bar 2.0

★★★★★
★★★★★
4.8
90 Reviews
Made in U.S.A.

Rogue B&R Bar 2.0

★★★★★
★★★★★
4.8
90 Reviews
Made in U.S.A.
$320.00
Product Description

The Classic, Bare Steel Burgener & Rippetoe Bar, Now Made in the USA

Version 2.0 of the B&R Bar is built to the specifications of the bar’s original designers—strength training coaches Mike Burgener and Mark Rippetoe—with some enhancements from Rogue’s in-house manufacturing team. Along with custom-tailored dual knurl marks for Olympic lifting and powerlifting (including a passive center knurl), the bar now features a stronger 205,000 PSI shaft and an updated snap ring design. Quality bronze bushings produce a smooth, reliable spin, and the natural steel creates a great, old-school look and feel that few chrome/plated finishes can compete with.

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Rogue B&R Bar 2.0

The Classic, Bare Steel Burgener & Rippetoe Bar, Now Made in the USA

Version 2.0 of the B&R Bar is built to the specifications of the bar’s original designers—strength training coaches Mike Burgener and Mark Rippetoe—with some enhancements from Rogue’s in-house manufacturing team. Along with custom-tailored dual knurl marks for Olympic lifting and powerlifting (including a passive center knurl), the bar now features a stronger 205,000 PSI shaft and an updated snap ring design. Quality bronze bushings produce a smooth, reliable spin, and the natural steel creates a great, old-school look and feel that few chrome/plated finishes can compete with.

The B&R 2.0 is a 20KG barbell with 16.25" of loadable sleeve length. Because of its versatility, it’s a great addition to a garage gym or a larger training facility or CrossFit box.

Please Note: Like any fine piece of machined steel, the bare steel on the B&R Bar will require some upkeep. Occasionally brushing the bar down with 3-in-1 oil or WD-40 will create a beautiful patina look. This is how bars were made for decades and it really does produce an unmatched feel.

See More: Men's 20KG Bars Available from Rogue

See Also: The Rogue Barbell Cleaning Kit

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Gear Specs

Specifications:

  • Made in the USA
  • Diameter: 29MM
  • Bare Steel
  • Dual Knurl Marks w/ Center Knurl
  • Updated 205,000 PSI tensile strength shaft
  • Updated Snap Ring design
  • Bronze Bushings
  • Loadable Sleeve Length: 16.25" (41.3CM)
  • F8-R Rating
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Gear Specs

BrandRogue Fitness
Guarantee/WarrantyLifetime Warranty*
Made In USAYes
Loadable Sleeve Length16.25"
Bar Length86.6"
Diameter29MM
F Rating™F8-R
Bar TypeMen's Bars
Bar UseMultipurpose
Bushing/BearingBushing
Bar Weight20KG
KnurlMulti
Center KnurlYes
Knurl MarkDual
Shaft CoatingBare Steel
Sleeve CoatingBare Steel
Tensile Strength205,000 PSI

F SCALE™

The F Scale™ is a durability scale for barbells based on functional testing at stresses similar to what barbells experience when being dropped from overhead. Bars that have been treated with Rogue Work Hardening (RWH™) are designated by having an R in their F Rating™. For more information on F Scale™ click here.

OXIDATION RATE

The resistance of a barbell to oxidation depends on the type of steel and the coating. Barbells at the lower end of the spectrum will require more care and maintenance to preserve their appearance than barbells at the upper end of the spectrum.

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Reviews

1 - 8 of 90 Reviews
James777
United kingdom
★★★★★
★★★★★
April 10
The best bar I own.
I bought this bar a month ago. The knurl, thick ess, and lack of whip, is fantastic.
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on rogueeurope.eu
Teake
Sneek , the netherlands
★★★★★
★★★★★
April 1
Great bar
Nice knurling , good stiffnes of the bar in case of deadlift and squat
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on rogueeurope.eu
Ljs3sticks
NKY
★★★★★
★★★★★
February 6
Very, VERY good all-around bar.
First of all, I LOVE this bar. I really do. It's not perfect, maybe, but it is SO good. This is an excellent choice for an all-around bar. Whatever you want to do, you can do it with this. Believe what they say when they tell you NOT to buy a cheap bar. But if you do start out with a cheap $120-ish bar, you will appreciate a good quality bar like this one all the more. Grip on this thing is amazing. The mixture of the bare steel and the medium knurling is perfect. I was using a power bar before, and this is FAR superior. Grip for days without being rough. Plenty of grip for deadlifts. Perfect for squats. Just right for power cleans. It feels almost sticky/tacky, coming from having used a chromed bar and a black oxide coated bar before. My only disappointments are: I would have preferred a 28.5mm bar, but 29mm works fine. The sleeves are where I'd really prefer something slightly different. 1) The actual Sleeve diameter is 49.80mm. This spec isn't listed. Maybe it's a little small because it is uncoated. I'm not 100% sure what the exact standard is. Obviously not 2", actually, which would be 50.8mm. Many plates are sized roughly 50.4mm inside diameter (even competition plates). If you have lower quality plates (even bumpers), this leaves a LOT of slop. I was surprised at how loose the fit was on this bar. 2) I'm NOT a fan of the ribbed sleeves. I have rubber-coated steel change plates, and it just sands the rubber off. *Just make sure when you get it to take the sleeves off. Wipe the bar down and oil it. Mine arrived dirty and dry. Cleaned and oiled, the sleeves spin very nicely.
Yes, I recommend this product
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Stuart H
Vacaville, CA
★★★★★
★★★★★
Apr 2022
Rouge did not help.
End caps worn down and unable to identify bar weight, diameter or branding. Rouge refused to sell me new end caps or replace them under warranty. This bar takes alot of maintenance and the lettering on the end caps easily wipes of with a rag and 3 in 1 oil.
Worn end cap
Helpful?
Yes · 5
No · 26

Response from Rogue Fitness:

Apr 2022
Looks like this bar has been put to great use over the years! We can confirm this is our B&R Bar - made here in Ohio, 20KG in weight and 29MM in diameter. As this bar is bare steel, we do note that is will require some upkeep, but this produces an unmatched feel and beautiful patina.
Lifter555
★★★★★
★★★★★
Mar 2022
Great Bar!
Was looking for a good bar with center knurling. I've used the Ohio Power Bar, but found the knurling a little too aggressive for my tastes. I would have paid for a coated version of the bar, but my basement is very dry, and don't anticipate issues with excessive rust.
Yes, I recommend this product
Helpful?
Yes · 0
No · 0
Red Rock Shred
Sedona, AZ
★★★★★
★★★★★
Feb 2022
An amazing, all around bar.
I purchased this bar to leave in my landmine and have been very happy with it. It has become my go to bar for deadlifts and any other exercise done outside of my power rack. It is the perfect compliment to my Stainless Ohio Power Bar.
Yes, I recommend this product
Helpful?
Yes · 0
No · 2
matuchK
PA
★★★★★
★★★★★
Dec 2021
Solid bar, good performance
bought this in 2020, no complaints. Does the job, good balance, all specs on spot.
Helpful?
Yes · 0
No · 2
50orbitsaroundthesun
Pittsburgh, Pa
★★★★★
★★★★★
Nov 2021
BR Bar is my gold standard for general use bars
This is my go to bar. Dual rings, more of an aggressive knurl (great grip but not to the point where it hurts your hands) and that raw steel feel. Its also a little thicker coming in at 29mm. For me nothing feels more stable in your hand like that raw steel. Sure, you need to maintain it a little, but its well worth it for that great hand to bar connection. I recently purchased a 2nd backup B&R bar from the Boneyard. Still trying to figure out where the imperfection is..!
Yes, I recommend this product
Helpful?
Yes · 4
No · 2
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