Rogue Athlete Cerakote Power Bar - THOR Edition
Rogue Athlete Cerakote Power Bar - THOR Edition
Product Description
Inspired by Rogue Athlete and world-class Strongman Hafþór Júlíus "Thor" Björnsson, the exclusive THOR EDITION Ohio Power Bar is available here in a 45LB version, featuring our ultra-durable Cerakote shaft finish and proprietary matte black sleeves. Designed to be the premier powerlifting barbell, the Ohio Power Bar excels in the squat, bench press, and deadlift. The minimal flex of a 29MM shaft is complemented with a deep knurl crafted for heavy pulls and maximum stability under a heavy squat or bench. From the garage gym to the commercial facility, if you are training for a 1,000LB deadlift or to simply get stronger for everyday life, the Ohio Power Bar is a standout when it comes to the big three lifts.
PRECISION MEETS POWER
Every Ohio Power Bar is precisely machined and assembled in Columbus, OH using US steel that is proven ideal for heavy powerlifting. We combine a 205,000 PSI tensile strength, low flexion shaft, IPF powerlifting knurl marks and our signature Ohio Power Bar knurling. The knurling is machined in a pattern that is deep and coarse, providing an ideal surface for heavy pulls without being sharp or abrasive. Additionally, it features a matching center knurl that adheres to your back when you need it most.
As a tribute to Hafthor Bjornsson’s decade-long reign as Iceland’s Strongest Man, the black cerakote shaft in this design features the Icelandic flag to the right of the center knurl and the nickname THOR in white to the left. Cerakote is a unique polymer-ceramic composite coating—popularized in the gun industry for its durability in thin applications. Offering wear and corrosion resistance up to 100X that of black zinc, it’s a finish worthy of the greatest athletes in the world.
ENHANCED FEATURES
Best In Class Durability: Engineered to withstand the heavy demands required from the home gym to the commercial facility. Read more here.
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.
Low Profile Sleeve Design: The sleeves are now machined using a new low-profile sleeve design that allows for easier than ever loading and unloading of plates.
UNMATCHED REPUTATION
The Rogue Ohio Power Bar has set the standard as the premier choice for powerlifting barbells in the industry. With our latest edition, we've taken our flagship power bar to new levels, introducing the most precision machined Ohio Power Bar yet. More than just a barbell, the Rogue Ohio Power Bar represents where we work, who we are, and the pride we feel in continuing to make the best weightlifting bars in the market.
Please Note: Cerakote has an excellent resistance to corrosion, but metal-to-metal contact, particular on the sleeves, can still cause wear over time. For the best long term results, some cleaning and maintenance may be required. See our Barbell Care Page for more info.
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ROGUE OHIO POWER BAR - Thor Edition
MEN'S 45LB POWERLIFTING BARBELL
Inspired by Rogue Athlete and world-class Strongman Hafþór Júlíus "Thor" Björnsson, the exclusive THOR EDITION Ohio Power Bar is available here in a 45LB version, featuring our ultra-durable Cerakote shaft finish and proprietary matte black sleeves. Designed to be the premier powerlifting barbell, the Ohio Power Bar excels in the squat, bench press, and deadlift. The minimal flex of a 29MM shaft is complemented with a deep knurl crafted for heavy pulls and maximum stability under a heavy squat or bench. From the garage gym to the commercial facility, if you are training for a 1,000LB deadlift or to simply get stronger for everyday life, the Ohio Power Bar is a standout when it comes to the big three lifts.
PRECISION MEETS POWER
Every Ohio Power Bar is precisely machined and assembled in Columbus, OH using US steel that is proven ideal for heavy powerlifting. We combine a 205,000 PSI tensile strength, low flexion shaft, IPF powerlifting knurl marks and our signature Ohio Power Bar knurling. The knurling is machined in a pattern that is deep and coarse, providing an ideal surface for heavy pulls without being sharp or abrasive. Additionally, it features a matching center knurl that adheres to your back when you need it most.
As a tribute to Hafthor Bjornsson’s decade-long reign as Iceland’s Strongest Man, the black cerakote shaft in this design features the Icelandic flag to the right of the center knurl and the nickname THOR in white to the left. Cerakote is a unique polymer-ceramic composite coating—popularized in the gun industry for its durability in thin applications. Offering wear and corrosion resistance up to 100X that of black zinc, it’s a finish worthy of the greatest athletes in the world.
ENHANCED FEATURES
Best In Class Durability: Engineered to withstand the heavy demands required from the home gym to the commercial facility. Read more here.
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.
Low Profile Sleeve Design: The sleeves are now machined using a new low-profile sleeve design that allows for easier than ever loading and unloading of plates.
UNMATCHED REPUTATION
The Rogue Ohio Power Bar has set the standard as the premier choice for powerlifting barbells in the industry. With our latest edition, we've taken our flagship power bar to new levels, introducing the most precision machined Ohio Power Bar yet. More than just a barbell, the Rogue Ohio Power Bar represents where we work, who we are, and the pride we feel in continuing to make the best weightlifting bars in the market.
Please Note: Cerakote has an excellent resistance to corrosion, but metal-to-metal contact, particular on the sleeves, can still cause wear over time. For the best long term results, some cleaning and maintenance may be required. See our Barbell Care Page for more info.
Patented
Best In Class Durability
With a F-Scale rating of F8-R, the Ohio Power Bar is among the most durable barbells in its class. By optimizing materials and manufacturing techniques, the Ohio Power Bar has been engineered to withstand the heavy demands that powerlifting places on barbells today, whether it be used daily in the garage or in a high-use commercial gym. Read more here.
LOW PROFILE SLEEVE DESIGN
Our new low-profile sleeve design makes loading and unloading plates easier than ever. The precision-machined sleeve is then treated with our proprietary matte black process, significantly enhancing its resistance to corrosion and impact. This treatment ensures that the sleeves retain their appearance for a much longer duration compared to traditional sleeve finishes.
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.
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.
Proprietary Sleeve Finish
Our matte black sleeve option involves a new process that effectively transforms the surface of the steel rather than coating it. This transformation significantly enhances the sleeves’ corrosion resistance, impact resistance, and abrasion resistance.
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 F8-R, the Ohio Power Bar is rated to outlast a lifetime of lifting (50+ years) in a powerlifting facility or home gym.
Ohio Power Bar FAQ
Gear Specs
Specifications:
- Manufactured in Columbus, OH
- Black Cerakote Finish on Shaft
- Exclusive Hafþór Júlíus "Thor" Björnsson athlete design
- More aggressive knurling for powerlifting
- Center knurl for added “stick” to the back during squats
- 29MM Diameter and 205,000 PSI tensile strength for greater rigidity and reduced whip\
- Bronze Bushings and Snap Ring Design for smooth spin
- Weight: 45LB
- F8-R Rating
- Lifetime Warranty Against Bending*
Shipping
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Powerlifting BARBELL
Designed for Powerlifting: Squat, Bench Press, Deadlift
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
Available in 45LB to pair with pound plates.
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
29MM is the standard diameter used across Powerlifting federations.
MADE IN THE U.S.A.
Made from US steel, the Rogue Ohio Power 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 205K tensile strength falls within the optimal range of minimal flexion for maximum stability throughout the lift.
BARBELL KNURLING EXPLAINED
Our signature power knurl is machined in a pattern that is deep and coarse, providing an ideal surface for heavy pulls without being sharp or abrasive.
Gear Specs | |
| Brand | Rogue Fitness |
| Color | Cerakote Black / Proprietary Matte Black |
| Guarantee/Warranty | Lifetime Warranty* |
| Made In USA | Yes |
| Loadable Sleeve Length | 16.25" |
| Bar Length | 86.52" |
| Distance Between Sleeves | 51.50" |
| Diameter | 29MM |
| F Ratingâ„¢ | F8-R |
| Bar Type | Men's Bars |
| Bar Use | Powerlifting |
| Bushing/Bearing | Bushing |
| Bar Weight | 45LB |
| Knurl | Powerlifting |
| Center Knurl | Yes |
| Knurl Mark | Powerlifting |
| Shaft Coating | Cerakote Black |
| Sleeve Coating | Proprietary Matte Black |
| Tensile Strength | 205,000 PSI |
KEY FEATURES OF THE ROGUE POWER BAR - THOR EDITION:
CERAKOTE FINISH W/ EXCLUSIVE THOR BRANDING
Cerakote has been a game changer in the industry; a durable color finish—first popularized in the gun industry— that’s uniquely resistant to wear and corrosion over time. The versatility of this polymer-ceramic composite coating has enabled new, custom athlete designs like the THOR EDITION Ohio Power Bar, which includes mountainous strongman Hafthor Bjornsson’s nickname and the blue, red & white of his native Icelandic flag on the cerakote shaft. Each bar also now comes with our proprietary matte black sleeves, which are finished through a process that effectively transforms the surface of the steel rather than coating it. This greatly increases the sleeves’ long-term corrosion resistance and color endurance.
205,000 PSI STEEL
The THOR Power Bar’s 29MM diameter steel shaft boasts a tensile strength of 205,000 PSI, delivering superior rigidity and virtually zero whip/flex. Machined and assembled in Columbus, Ohio, the bar also features a snap-ring design and quality bronze bushings for a smooth, consistent feel.
AGGRESSIVE KNURL
The bar includes single powerlifting marks and a center knurl, each featuring a deep, coarse pattern that produces a reliable grip / stick without being sharp or abrasive. Perfecting this knurl pattern is both a science and an art. Every bar shaft is machined in Columbus on new Haas machines (built in the USA) and fine-tuned and personally tested by the Rogue team.
