Griffin Bar 2.0

Griffin Bar 2.0

GGR Score

4/5

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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

  • 28.5-mm shaft diameter
  • Black carbon coating
  • Low-maintenance materials
  • Dual knurl marks
  • Newly redesigned style
Categories: Barbells

Pros & Cons

What We Like...
  • 190,000 PSI tensile strength
  • Materials selected for maximum corrosion- and wear-resistance
  • Loadable sleeve length of 17.52”
  • CERAKOTE® shaft coating for durability and longer lifespan
  • Sleeves feature new coating innovation from Griffin
What Needs Improvement...
  • Very new design—not much feedback yet

Product Summary

With a slightly smaller grip than the Odin Power Bar by Griffin, the 2.0 is a more suitable bar if you prefer Crossfit-style workouts or if you are looking for a more cost-effective addition to your home gym. It doesn’t include the center knurl, but it does offer a lot of other great features at a more affordable price.

With its high tensile strength rating paired with a sleek black carbon coating, this bar is made to hold up to daily wear and tear in the gym. The materials are low-maintenance, but remain high-performance. The smooth coating also makes it easy to slide your plates on and off of the roomy 17.52-inch sleeve.

Specs

FlavorsBlue Raspberry\, Strawberry Lemonade
Tensile strength190\,000 PSI

Summary

Griffin specializes in taking feedback from their customers and consulting gym enthusiasts to create products that are efficient and affordable. The Griffin 2.0 is a reflection of that strategy and can be used for a variety of lifts, while also offering a sleek overall design that will hold up to dropping, snatching, and day-to-day use.