Finding the Right Olympic Bar

Whether for CrossFit, Power Lifting, Athletic Training or simply pushing plates in your garage, nothing beats the performance of our Olympic Power Bars. One of the many highlights of our olympic bar line is our selection of 7 ft. bars: OB86, OB86B, OB86LPB, OB86PD, OB86PBS, OB86PBG, OB86P1000 and the OB86P1000SS. These product codes probably mean nothing to you, so let’s run down what each of them mean, their best features, dimensions and all that other good stuff so we can help you make the right choice on your next olympic bar purchase!

OB86

The OB86 7ft. Chrome Olympic Bar is designed to take you to super heavy workloads! Precision engineered of the highest quality components. Triple-coat chrome finish protects against rusting, chipping, scarring and peeling.

  • 86″L

  • 44 lbs.

  • 600 lbs. capacity

  • Inside sleeve dimensions 51”

OB86B

The OB86B 7ft. black Olympic Bar is a rugged competitor that has been used in many championship lifts. For the ultimate in building size and strength, this bar is the overwhelming choice of club owners and professionals.

  • 86″L

  • 44 lbs.

  • 600 lbs. capacity

  • Inside sleeve dimensions 51”

OB86LPB

The OB86LPB is “Made in the USA” and features a high-quality Zinc finish and Olympic medium knurling to ensure durability and peak functionality in Olympic workouts. With 120,000 lbs. tensile strength and a thick 1.25” diameter, the OB86LPB holds up to even the most hardcore of workouts. To show how much we mean that, the OB86LPB features a lifetime warranty against bending.

  • Deep Diamond Knurling

  • 1-1/8th inch bar

  • 50 MM diameter bushing sleeve

  • 17.5 inch Sleeve Length

  • 1000lb Static Load

  • Made in the USA

OB86PB

The Bronze 7′ Olympic Bar is “Made in the USA” with special high-strength, stress-proof alloy steel performance tested to withstand even the toughest of workouts. 195,000 lbs. tensile strength, olympic medium knurling and a premium bronze finish ensure the perfect balance of strength and durability. Perfect for both olympic lifts and CrossFit exercises.

  • 20kg Bar

  • 2.2 Meter overall length

  • 28.5 MM diameter bar

  • 50 MM diameter bushing sleeve

  • 17.5 inch Sleeve length

  • Crafted from 120,000 lb. Tensile Strength Steel

  • Deep Diamond Knurling

  • 1200lb. Static Load Capacity

  • Made in the USA

OB86PBS

The Silver 7’ Olympic Bar is “Made in the USA” with special high-strength, stress-proof alloy steel allowing it to withstand even the toughest of workouts. Performance tested 195,000 lbs. tensile strength, olympic medium knurling and a premium silver finish ensure the perfect balance of strength and durability. Perfect for both olympic lifts and CrossFit exercises and features a lifetime warranty against bending.

  • 20kg Bar

  • 2.2 Meter overall length

  • 28 MM diameter Bar

  • 50 MM diameter bushing Sleeve

  • 17.5 inch Sleeve length

  • Crafted from 150,000 lb. Tensile Strength Steel

  • 1500lb. Static Load Capacity

  • Meets All Competitive Power lifting Standards

  • Manufacturer Unlimited Guarantee

  • Made in the USA

OB86PBG

The Gold 7’ Olympic Bar is “Made in the USA” with special high-strength, stress-proof alloy steel allowing it to withstand even the toughest of workouts. Performance tested 195,000 lbs. tensile strength, olympic medium knurling and a premium gold finish ensure the perfect balance of strength and durability. Perfect for both olympic lifts and CrossFit exercises and features a lifetime warranty against bending.

  • 20kg Bar

  • 2.2 Meter overall length

  • 28 MM diameter Bar

  • 17.5 inch Sleeve length

  • Crafted from 200,000 lb. Tensile Strength Steel

  • 1500lb. Static Load Capacity

  • Meets All Competitive Power lifting Standards

  • Manufacturer Unlimited Guarantee

  • Made in the USA

OB86P1000

The OB86P1000 Chrome Olympic Power Bar has precision engineered knurling on both the sides and center of the bar allow for a superior grip during all Olympic lifts, squats or CrossFit exercises. 15.25” sleeve length combined with a wide 30mm diameter allows to OB86P1000 to take on any weight up to 1,000 lbs.

If you’re looking for super strength and superior performance, look no further than the OB86P1000.

  • 1000 lb capacity

  • Brass Bushings

  • Steel End Cap with the Body-Solid logo on it

  • 30mm grip

  • Chrome Finish

  • Center knurling

  • Sleeve length 15 5/16th

OB86P1000SS

With knurling on both the sides and center, the OB86P1000SS not only can handle any and all Olympic lifts but squats and front row exercises as well. 15.25” sleeve length combined with a 30 mm diameter ensures the OB86P1000SS can withstand up to 1,000 lbs of weight.

  • 1000 lb capacity

  • Brass Bushings

  • Steel End Cap with the Body-Solid logo on it

  • 30mm grip

  • Chrome Finish

  • Center knurling

  • Sleeve length 15 7/16th

View our full selection of Olympic Bars including the 7ft. bars detailed in this piece at http://www.bodysolid.com/Home/Free_Weights/Olympic_Bars.

 

Author: Body-Solid

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