Rogue SB-1 Safety Squat Bar
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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Weight: 70 lbs
- 1.5" diameter formed solid steel shaft
- 1" diameter formed solid steel handles
- Machined Olympic sleeves
- Fully welded design
- Heavy duty vinyl and closed cell foam pads
In-Depth Review
Rogue SB-1 Safety Squat Bar Review (2024): Durable But in Need of Upgrades
Author: Cooper Mitchell, GGR FounderPros & Cons
What We Like...
- The metal portion is highly durable
- Fully-welded design
- Cerakote finish
What Needs Improvement...
- Sleeves and frame gets scuffed easily
- Padding is not the most durable
- Stitching comes undone rather easily
Product Summary
The weight distribution is unique to this bar. Training with the Rogue Safety Squat bar is known to tax your anterior chain; the weight distribution falls between the front squat and the high-bar back squat to vary your power output training. This bar is a safer option for intense squat progressions or maximum load lifts.This bar is known to increase your maximum working weight when compared to the traditional back squat.
Specs
| Foam Type | Closed Cell Foam |
|---|---|
| Sleeve Coating | Powdercoat |
| Upholstery | Vinyl w/ Urethane Topcoat |
| Bar Weight | 70 LB |
| Bar Use | Specialty |
| Made In USA | Yes |
| Coating | Powdercoat |
| Bar Length | 89" |
| Weight Capacity | 1\,000 LB |
Summary
A person who is serious about gaining strength in a safe and versatile way will not regret making this purchase. Although the EliteFTS SS Yoke Bar is a superior safety squat bar in our opinion, the Rogue SB-1 doesn't fall far behind.
