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Rogue 45LB Ohio Power Bar - Cerakote

★★★★★
★★★★★
4.8
157 Reviews
Made in U.S.A.

Rogue 45LB Ohio Power Bar - Cerakote

★★★★★
★★★★★
4.8
157 Reviews
Made in U.S.A.
$355.00
Ships in 7-10 Days

Choose Finish (4)*Cerakote Black / Proprietary Matte Black

Product Description

Designed to be the premier powerlifting barbell, the Ohio Power Bar excels in the squat, bench press, and deadlift. The 29MM shaft provides minimal flex for maximum stability and is paired with a deep knurl crafted for heavy pulls. Whether you are training in a home gym or a commercial facility, the Ohio Power Bar is here to elevate your performance across 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. 

Available in a Cerakote finish with a range of exclusive colorways to choose from, this unique polymer-ceramic composite coating is most known for its durability in thin applications, offering up to 100X the corrosion resistance of standard black zinc. Combining that with our proprietary matte black sleeves, finished through a process that effectively transforms the surface of the steel rather than coating it– it’s among the most durable power bars to date.


ENHANCED FEATURES

Best In Class Durability: Rogue manufactures the world's most durable barbells, and the Ohio Power Bar is no exception. This bar has been 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.

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ROGUE OHIO POWER BAR - CERAKOTE

MEN'S 45LB POWERLIFTING BARBELL

Designed to be the premier powerlifting barbell, the Ohio Power Bar excels in the squat, bench press, and deadlift. The 29MM shaft provides minimal flex for maximum stability and is paired with a deep knurl crafted for heavy pulls. Whether you are training in a home gym or a commercial facility, the Ohio Power Bar is here to elevate your performance across 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. 

Available in a Cerakote finish with a range of exclusive colorways to choose from, this unique polymer-ceramic composite coating is most known for its durability in thin applications, offering up to 100X the corrosion resistance of standard black zinc. Combining that with our proprietary matte black sleeves, finished through a process that effectively transforms the surface of the steel rather than coating it– it’s among the most durable power bars to date.


ENHANCED FEATURES

Best In Class Durability: Rogue manufactures the world's most durable barbells, and the Ohio Power Bar is no exception. This bar has been 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.

Patented

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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.

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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.

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.

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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.

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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.

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Ohio Power Bar FAQ
Gear Specs

Specifications:

  • Made in the USA
  • 205,000 PSI Tensile Strength Shaft
  • Cerakote Color Shaft Finish with Rogue branding
  • More aggressive knurling for powerlifting
  • Center knurl for added grip
  • Proprietary Matte Black Sleeves
  • F8-R Rating
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Product Specifications: Rogue 45LB Ohio Power Bar - Cerakote
Product Specifications: Rogue 45LB Ohio Power Bar - Cerakote
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Powerlifting BARBELL

Designed for Powerlifting:  Squat, Bench Press, Deadlift

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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.

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BARBELL BUSHINGS

Precision bronze bushings provide reliable fast spin while being exceptionally durable when subjected to impact from being dropped.

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WHAT IS ROGUE WORK HARDENING?

Rogue Work Hardening (RWH) is our patented process for treating the shafts of our barbells to improve their durability. 

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BARBELL WEIGHT

Available in 45LB to pair with pound plates.

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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.

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BARBELL DIAMETER

29MM is the standard diameter used across Powerlifting federations

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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.

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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.

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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

BrandRogue Fitness
ColorCerakote Black / Proprietary Matte Black
Guarantee/WarrantyLifetime Warranty*
Made In USAYes
Loadable Sleeve Length16.25"
Bar Length86.52"
Distance Between Sleeves51.50"
Diameter29MM
F Rating™F8-R
Bar TypeMen's Bars
Bar UsePowerlifting
Bushing/BearingBushing
Bar Weight45LB
KnurlPowerlifting
Center KnurlYes
Knurl MarkPowerlifting
Shaft CoatingCerakote
Sleeve CoatingProprietary Matte Black Finish
Tensile Strength205,000 PSI

KEY FEATURES OF THE CERAKOTE OHIO POWER BAR

Cerakote Strength + Custom Colors
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Cerakote Strength + Custom Colors

This version of the Rogue Ohio Power Bar is distinct for its use of Cerakote, a ceramic-based coating commonly trusted by firearm manufacturers for its remarkable durability in thin applications. This unique finish can deliver superb abrasion/wear/corrosion resistance over time—100X that of standard black zinc—and it’s available to order in a range of exclusive colorways, with the Rogue logo branded on the center of the shaft. See the menu for current color combination options. 

 Steel Shaft
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Steel Shaft

The Ohio 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, as well as our new proprietary matte black sleeves for longer lasting color and performance.

Aggressive Knurl
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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.

Lifetime Warranty
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Lifetime Warranty

The Ohio Power Bar’s quality construction is backed by Rogue’s Lifetime Warranty against bending. This is a barbell equipped for high intensity, everyday use. Please Note: The warranty does not cover damage due to negligent or faulty use, alteration, maintenance, storage or handling by the user, i.e., dropping the bar on a box, bench, spotter arms or pins in a power rack, excessive dropping with insufficient or damaged bumpers, or excessive dropping with iron plates, and similar usage. Any specific issues regarding a Rogue product with which a customer is not satisfied will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

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Reviews

1 - 8 of 157 Reviews
MmTt
KS
★★★★★
★★★★★
3 weeks ago
Great bar
The bar is awesome. 0 complaints, shipping was quick.
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
Mike from GA
Ga
★★★★★
★★★★★
5 weeks ago
The best bar on the market
Beautiful finish, heavy duty bar with knurls that will peel your shins to the bone while deadlifting 11/10
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
Scooter W
McComb, OH
★★★★★
★★★★★
February 14
So glad I upgraded my bar!
Bar feels great! Knurling is amazing! The black and red colors match my squat rack.
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
RTRogue
Georgia
★★★★★
★★★★★
February 12
Perfect barbell!
I use this one for squats mainly, but sometimes bench press as well. It’s a fantastic bar with aggressive knurling (very nice to have to middle of the bar knurled for squats). I bought the cerakote one and it has held up perfectly, no signs of wear and tear. If I could only have one bar it would probably be the operator bar or the regular Ohio bar because I don’t often lift over 315 (unless I’m squatting heavy which I tend to do higher reps these days) so I don’t really notice that much whipping, esp with bench etc. and the grips being less aggressive make it a more versatile bar for deadlifts etc too. Having said all that, this bar is stout and I’m glad I have it! Highly recommend getting one especially if you already have the Ohio bar or operator bar
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
Ravenlunatik52
Pasadena, MD
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★★★★★
January 27
Great bar but coating wears off
The bar itself is high quality although the cerakote finish is already wearing off where the bar touches the rack. I wish I had known this because I paid extra money for a customized bar
Originally posted on roguefitness.com

Response from Rogue Fitness:

February 2
If there are any issues with your bar, we will get them resolved. The team has reached out via email to learn more.
Lane4
★★★★★
★★★★★
Nov 2023
NICE
This bar has good grips, the ends turn well, and I love the color!
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
MWJames
Memphis, TN
★★★★★
★★★★★
Oct 2023
Beautiful blue cerakote
The blue cerakote Ohio power bar is beautiful! Inspires me to pick it up and use it. I’d have thought stainless is beautiful, too, I’m sure; meanwhile I’m glad I chose this. For me, the cerakoted knurling is ideal.
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
BensReview
Atlanta
★★★★★
★★★★★
Sep 2023
Great bar minus the sleeve coating
Used this bar for the first time and was disappointed to see the sleeve coating come off so easily. The description made it seem like "proprietary matte black" coating was durable but that doesn't seem to be the case. I can only imagine what the sleeves will look like after a few months. I've been loading/unloading the weights super carefully to minimize the damage. Definitely should have gone with the steel/chrome sleeves.
Originally posted on roguefitness.com

Response from Rogue Fitness:

Sep 2023
The markings you are seeing should wipe off easily with a rag. Our team is reaching out now to get you squared away.
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