Rogue C-68S Bar
Rogue C-68S Bar
Product Description
WOMEN’S RACKABLE SHORT BAR
The Rogue C-68S Bar is a 25mm women’s version of the C-70S Short Bar, and modeled after our flagship women’s Bella Bar. At nearly 11” shorter than our Bella Bar, it sacrifices almost nothing in features or functionality, yet allows you to work in tighter spaces, whether it be your home or garage gym, or high volume training facility. By only shortening the sleeves of the bar you are still able to rack the bar in any standard power rack or squat stand to perform all strength movements, from the squat, bench press, and deadlift, to Olympic lifts‒clean and snatch, as well as any accessory movements that require a barbell.
EFFICIENCY MEETS FUNCTIONALITY
The compact design doesn’t equate to lifting light weight. With a loadable sleeve length of almost 8" this bar has the capacity for (2) 45lb competition style bumpers or (4) standard iron plates on each end, while still leaving ample room for collars. The 51.5” spacing between the sleeves allows this bar to be racked on any standard power rack or squat stand. This barbell allows for a wide range of strength movements from the rack or floor, all within limited space constraints.
CRAFTED FOR VERSATILITY
Every C-68S Bar is specially machined and assembled in Columbus, OH using US steel that has been proven optimal for both Olympic lifting and Powerlifting. The 190,000 PSI tensile strength shaft features dual knurl marks for Olympic Weightlifting (IWF) and Powerlifting (IPF), and our signature Bella knurling pattern that is carefully refined for a solid yet non-abrasive grip suitable for multi-purpose strength training.
UNMATCHED REPUTATION
For over a decade, Rogue has set the industry standard as making the best and most durable barbells. With the Rogue C-68S edition, we've taken our flagship barbell to new heights, delivering one of our most versatile bars to date. This 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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C-68S BAR
WOMEN’S RACKABLE SHORT BAR
The Rogue C-68S Bar is a 25mm women’s version of the C-70S Short Bar, and modeled after our flagship women’s Bella Bar. At nearly 11” shorter than our Bella Bar, it sacrifices almost nothing in features or functionality, yet allows you to work in tighter spaces, whether it be your home or garage gym, or high volume training facility. By only shortening the sleeves of the bar you are still able to rack the bar in any standard power rack or squat stand to perform all strength movements, from the squat, bench press, and deadlift, to Olympic lifts‒clean and snatch, as well as any accessory movements that require a barbell.
EFFICIENCY MEETS FUNCTIONALITY
The compact design doesn’t equate to lifting light weight. With a loadable sleeve length of almost 8" this bar has the capacity for (2) 45lb competition style bumpers or (4) standard iron plates on each end, while still leaving ample room for collars. The 51.5” spacing between the sleeves allows this bar to be racked on any standard power rack or squat stand. This barbell allows for a wide range of strength movements from the rack or floor, all within limited space constraints.
CRAFTED FOR VERSATILITY
Every C-68S Bar is specially machined and assembled in Columbus, OH using US steel that has been proven optimal for both Olympic lifting and Powerlifting. The 190,000 PSI tensile strength shaft features dual knurl marks for Olympic Weightlifting (IWF) and Powerlifting (IPF), and our signature Bella knurling pattern that is carefully refined for a solid yet non-abrasive grip suitable for multi-purpose strength training.
UNMATCHED REPUTATION
For over a decade, Rogue has set the industry standard as making the best and most durable barbells. With the Rogue C-68S edition, we've taken our flagship barbell to new heights, delivering one of our most versatile bars to date. This 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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How It's Made
FRICTION WELDING
The collars of the sleeves are friction welded, creating the strongest sleeves in the industry. This bond is as strong as if machined from a single piece of steel, while saving on waste and cost.
Rogue Work Hardening
Our patented, proprietary process more than doubles the durability and lifespan of the barbell shaft compared to our competitors.
Cerakote Shaft Finish
Cerakote delivers outstanding corrosion resistance over time—100X that of standard black zinc—while also providing many color options. This polymer-ceramic composite coating was first popularized in the firearm industry for its unique durability in thin applications.
State-of-the-art Gauging
We use gauging normally employed in the aerospace industry to ensure that every bar that makes it to a customer is exactly as designed.
Barbell Durability
RUST RESISTANCE
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.
BARBELL DURABILITY
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.
F SCALE™ APPLICATION
How a barbell is used will affect its durable lifespan and it's a key factor in determining what type of F Rating™ might be suitable for your gym's needs. This graph correlates the F Rating™ of a barbell with different types of usage in order to predict the durable lifespan. Using this data, we are able to make recommendations on what F Rating™ is appropriate for different training situations. With a rating of F12-R, the Rogue C-68S Bar is rated to outlast a lifetime of lifting (50+ years) in a facility or home gym.
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Gear Specs
Specifications:
- Manufactured in Columbus, OH
- Diameter: 25MM
- Weight: 25LB
- Dual Knurl Marks for Oly and Power lifts
- No Center Knurl
- F-Scale Rating: F12-R
- 190,000 PSI Tensile Strength Steel
- Bronze Bushings
- Cerakote Finish w/ Rogue branding
- Sleeve Finish Options: Bright Zinc
- Lifetime Warranty Against Construction
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MULTI-PURPOSE BARBELL
Multi-Purpose Barbell: Designed to work well for both Powerlifting, Olympic Weightlifting and everything in between.
F-RATING
Our barbells are tested by a third-party to determine their F-Rating, or fatigue resistance, which is a measured representation of the durability of the barbell.
BARBELL BUSHINGS
Precision bronze bushings provide reliable fast spin while being exceptionally durable when subjected to impact from being dropped.
WHAT IS ROGUE WORK HARDENING?
Rogue Work Hardening (RWH) is our patented process for treating the shafts of our barbells to improve their durability.
BARBELL WEIGHT
A 25LB version of our Bella Bar to save on space without compromise.
BARBELL WHIP
The amount of springback provided by the bar that can be used by the lifter to increase the weight they can lift in dynamic movements.
BARBELL DIAMETER
The 25mm diameter is the standard for most Women's Olympic Weightlifting and Women's CrossFit competitions.
MADE IN THE U.S.A.
Made from US steel, the Rogue C-68S Bar is machined and assembled at the Rogue factory in Columbus, OH.
TENSILE STRENGTH
Expressed in PSI, tensile strength measures the maximum weight a barbell can support before deforming. The 190K tensile strength falls within the optimal range of not bending under normal use, yet not been inflated to the point that it will shorten the life of the bar.
BARBELL KNURLING EXPLAINED
Our signature knurl, designed for multi-purpose use, provides a firm grip without being abrasive. This falls in the middle of the road on the knurl scale, striking a balance without being overly aggressive or passive.
Gear Specs | |
| Brand | Rogue Fitness |
| Color | Black |
| Guarantee/Warranty | Lifetime Warranty* |
| Made In USA | Yes |
| Loadable Sleeve Length | 7.75" |
| Bar Length | 68.25" |
| Diameter | 25MM |
| F Rating™ | F12-R |
| Bar Type | Women's Bars |
| Bar Use | Specialty |
| Bushing/Bearing | Bushing |
| Bar Weight | 25LB |
| Knurl | Multi |
| Center Knurl | No |
| Knurl Mark | Dual |
| Shaft Coating | Cerakote |
| Sleeve Coating | Bright Zinc |
| Tensile Strength | 190,000 PSI |
KEY FEATURES OF THE C-68S BAR:
GAME-CHANGING RACKABILITY
As perhaps the biggest feature of its design, the C-68S can be racked conveniently on most standard power racks / squat stands, dramatically improving its functional benefits over most women’s short bars. Additionally, while the sleeves are shorter on this model, the 51.5” of spacing between them is the same as a full-length women’s barbell, allowing athletes to perform movements that haven’t traditionally been practical with short bars, such as the snatch and overhead squats. It should be noted that the 7.75” of loadable sleeve length is significantly less than that of the Bella Bar (13.0”). There is no center knurl, and the Rogue logo is included in the center of the shaft as part of the Cerakote finish.
SPACE-SAVING EFFICIENCY
The advantages of a short bar go well beyond competition lanes. In large gyms, the design of the C-68S allows more athletes to train simultaneously, and in a cramped garage gym, the shorter shaft (68.25” vs the 79.13” of a full-length Bella Bar) enables full Olympic lifting movements—including proper hand placement on the snatch grip—with more room to spare and easier storage between workouts.
F-12R DURABILITY RATING
Like the full-length Women’s Bella Bar, the C-68S is manufactured in the USA and equipped with dual knurl marks, quality bronze bushings, and a friction-welded one-piece sleeve design. The 25mm, 190,000 PSI tensile strength steel shaft is treated with our exclusive Rogue Work Hardening (RWH™) process for superior fatigue resistance. With its short sleeves, there is also significantly less stress put on the shaft on each drop. As a result, the C-68S scores a rating of F-12R in F-Scale durability testing, one of the highest marks of any barbell we’ve tested.
CERAKOTE SHAFT FINISH
All of our Rogue C-68S Bars feature a black cerakote shaft finish. Widely used by firearm manufacturers for its durability in thin applications, this ceramic-based coating can offer superior abrasion, wear, and corrosion resistance over time—up to 100x that of traditional black zinc
