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Bright Zinc / Bright Zinc

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Badlands Bar

Badlands Bar - Black Chrome / Bright Zinc

OVERVIEW

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

Bar Use

Powerlifting
Weight

20kg (44.1lbs)
Length

86.6"
Loadable Sleeve Length

16.3"
Shaft Diameter

29mm
Sleeve Diameter

50mm
Bushing/Bearing

Bronze Bushings
Sleeve Style

Smooth
Knurl Style

Mountain/Aggressive
Center Knurl

Yes
Knurl Markings

IPF
Material

Steel
Shaft Coating

Bright Zinc or Black Chrome
Sleeve Coating

Bright Zinc
Whip

Low
Static Rating

1,500lbs
Tensile Strength

190ksi
Tolerance

1%

PRODUCT FEATURES

FINISH OPTIONS

The Badlands Bar comes in two options: a bright zinc shaft and sleeves, or a black chrome shaft with bright zinc sleeves.
IPF STANDARDS

The bar has a 29mm diameter with a center knurl, in alignment with IPF standards.
BRONZE BUSHINGS

Bronze bushings allow for consistent rotation of the sleeves, while ensuring maximum strength and stiffness to withstand heavy loads.
AGGRESSIVE KNURLING

Aggressive-depth, mountain-style knurling provides excellent grip for your heaviest lifts, and it ends 5.5” before the sleeve collars, leaving a smooth surface for easier barbell adjustments in the J-cups.
KNURL MARKINGS

IPF knurl markings help you determine proper hand placement on the barbell.
SMOOTH SLEEVES

Smooth sleeves allow for easy loading and unloading of weight on the barbell.

MEDIA GALLERY

FAQS

How does this bar differ from bars you’ve sold in the past?

Our new line of barbells is our first, in-house, engineered lineup. Every part of these bars was designed by our Colorado-based engineering team to meet our specifications and to perform better than any bar we’ve ever carried.
How does this bar compare to others on the market?

The Badlands Bar is a quality powerlifting barbell that adheres to IPF standards (width, knurl markings, center knurling). It’s built for powerlifters, with aggressive knurling that stops 5.5” before the sleeve collars, so there’s a smooth surface to make it easy to adjust the bar in the J-cups. This bar comes in two durable finishes: black chrome with bright zinc sleeves, or a bright zinc shaft and sleeves. Read more here.
What coatings are offered for this bar?

The Badlands Bar comes in a bright zinc shaft with bright zinc sleeves, or a black chrome shaft with bright zinc sleeves.
What is the difference between bushing and bearing sleeves?

Both bushing and bearing sleeves produce sufficient sleeve rotation, whereas ball or needle bearings allow for a faster, smoother, quieter spin and have a more reliable turnover for maximum loads, which is a better fit for Olympic-style lifts. By comparison, a bushing sleeve is more efficient for powerlifting movements, which are slower and more strength focused. Read more here.
Why are bronze bushings used for the Badlands Bar?

Bronze bushings allow for consistent rotation, while ensuring maximum strength and stiffness, and are designed to withstand heavy loading.
What does “knurl style” mean? 

The knurling on a barbell is the crosshatch pattern on the shaft that increases the grip of your hands on the bar. There are three types of knurl styles on our barbells: hill, volcano, and mountain. Hill-style knurling is the most passive and won’t dig into your hands for lifts. It is a good option for training bars, but if you’re looking to max out, we recommend a bar with another style. Mountain is the most aggressive knurl style. You’ll see this style with most of our powerlifting barbells to provide the best grip for your one-rep maxes. The most common knurl style you’ll see on a lot of our weightlifting and mixed-use bars is volcano. Volcano knurling has a good amount of grip without tearing up your hands. Learn more about knurling here.
What is the purpose of knurl markings on a barbell?

There are two major standards for where to put knurl markings on a barbell: designed by the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) and the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF). The knurl markings allow athletes to set up properly for the lift and provide a visual for even hand placement on the barbell.
Are your barbells compatible with other branded plates?

REP’s barbells are designed to work with any standard plates featuring 2” diameter center holes.
How much weight can I load on this bar?

The Badlands Bar is rated for 1,500lbs.
Which barbell is best suited for me?

This depends on the type of training you do and your goals. If you are not sure how to decide on a barbell, reach out to our team of passionate lifters here and we will help match you and your training style with a barbell. You can also check out this blog that compares REP’s various straight barbells.
How do I clean the protective oil on the barbell shaft?

When your barbell arrives, there will be a light coating of oil on the shaft and sleeves. This is to protect the barbell from the elements during shipping. After a few uses, this light coating of oil will begin to dissipate. However, if desired, the best way to clean the barbell when it first arrives is to use a durable rag and a disinfecting wipe/cleaner that is free of harsh chemicals (such as bleach, ammonia, alcohol, or peroxide). For even more grip, we recommend using chalk.
How do I take care of my barbell?

This bar is designed to last many years without anything more than 3-in-1 oil added for lubrication. Remove dirt or chalk from the knurling with a brush and oil on a microfiber cloth. Read more here. If you have any issues beyond that, please reach out to our Colorado-based customer support team here.
Does the Badlands Bar have a warranty? 

Yes, it comes with a 5-year warranty.

OVERVIEW

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

PRODUCT FEATURES

FINISH OPTIONS

IPF STANDARDS

BRONZE BUSHINGS

AGGRESSIVE KNURLING

KNURL MARKINGS

SMOOTH SLEEVES

MEDIA GALLERY

STORIES

FAQS

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