York Barbell Elite Olympic Training Bar

This bar is specifically engineered for Olympic-style lifts like the snatch and clean and jerk. It features a 28mm shaft diameter for better whip and ferrous bushings that provide the smooth, consistent sleeve rotation necessary to safely execute high-speed movements.

Yes, the sleeves are machined to a 1.975-inch diameter, which is the standard size for Olympic plates. It will accommodate any standard bumper or iron plates designed for Olympic lifting.

A tensile strength of 190,000 PSI indicates high-quality North American steel that is resistant to permanent bending or deformation under heavy loads. This ensures the bar maintains its straightness and integrity even during intense, repetitive training sessions.

The satin chrome finish provides a solid layer of corrosion resistance, making it suitable for most home and commercial gym environments. While it is durable, we recommend wiping the bar down with a light coat of oil occasionally to keep it in peak condition.

While this bar is optimized for Olympic lifting, its high tensile strength makes it perfectly capable of handling heavy squats and bench presses. However, keep in mind that the 28mm shaft is designed to have some whip, which some lifters prefer to avoid during heavy static lifts.

The ferrous bushings are designed for reliability and require very little maintenance. Periodically checking that the bar end nut and spring pin are secure is all that is typically needed to ensure the sleeves continue to rotate smoothly.