Bells of Steel
Bells of Steel Barenaked Powerlifting Bar
The best value power bar, from a Canadian maker that sells direct in all four markets.
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Barbells
Olympic, power and multi-purpose bars for home lifting.
4 barbells
Bells of Steel
Bells of Steel Multi-Purpose Olympic Barbell - The Utility Bar
A budget all-rounder with a centre knurl, from Canada.
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Strength Shop
Strength Shop Bastard Bar - with centre knurling
The best all-rounder sold from inside the UK.
from£219.991 store
Strength Shop
Strength Shop Original 2028 Olympic Bar - Black E-Coat
A starter bar for UK beginners who will stay under 250 kg.
Prices coming soon
Side-by-side specs
| Model | Bells of SteelBells of Steel Barenaked Powerlifting Bar | Bells of SteelBells of Steel Multi-Purpose Olympic Barbell - The Utility Bar | Strength ShopStrength Shop Bastard Bar - with centre knurling | Strength ShopStrength Shop Original 2028 Olympic Bar - Black E-Coat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best price | — | — | £219.99 | — |
| Bar weight | 20 kg | 20 kg | 20 kg | 20 kg |
| Tensile strength | 210,000 PSI | 190,000 PSI | 205,000 PSI | 186,000 PSI |
| Sleeves | Bushings, hard chrome sleeves | Bushings | Needle bearing, ball bearings and brass bushing | Steel bushings and needle bearings |
| Knurl | Aggressive, IPF marks, centre knurl | Moderate, dual marks, centre knurl | Medium, dual marks, centre knurl | Coarse, centre knurl |
| Warranty | Lifetime (limited) | Lifetime (limited) | 3 yrs | 0.5 yrs |
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