Short Rackable Barbell

"Truly a life saver. The barbell came and genuinely was the exact perfect size to allow me to bench and squat in my narrow gym." — Hezzy, Verified Buyer

The Short Rackable Barbell is 17 inches shorter than a standard Olympic bar — built for racks that a 7-footer simply won't fit. If your inside width is under 49" / 124.5 cm, this is your bar.

• Fits where a 7-footer won't → At 69" / 175 cm total length, it racks cleanly in any power rack up to 49" / 124.5 cm inside width. No shimming, no wedging, no "close enough."
• Feels like a real bar → Because it is one. Dual IPF + IWF knurl marks, center knurl, and light-pressure grip — the same landmarks pros train with, no shortcuts.
• Lighter starting point → At 29 lbs / 13 kg, it's lighter than a standard 45 lb / 20 kg Olympic bar (great for newer lifters building up, or deload days when your ego needs a break).
• Clean end to end → Black zinc shaft meets black zinc sleeves — matched finish, no mismatched hardware look. It just looks right on the rack.
• Loads like a full bar → 7-7/8" / 200 mm of loadable sleeve per side, plus a 900lb (408kg) capacity.
• Built to last → Limited Lifetime warranty on the frame. We stand behind it.

Why a Short Rackable Barbell?

Because not every rack was built for a 7-foot bar — and not every gym has the width to match.

• Compact racks, fully functional → Squat cages, half racks, and narrow power racks finally get a barbell that was actually designed for them.
• No wasted space → Shorter bar means the sleeves don't stick out past your uprights. Cleaner setup, safer lift-off.
• Pro design, short format → IPF and IWF knurl marks aren't just for competition floors. They're there so your hands are always exactly where they should be.
• One bar, all the big lifts → Squats, bench, deadlifts, overhead press — everything you'd do with a standard bar, just sized for your actual setup.

If your rack fits, this bar belongs in it.

Every Short Rackable Barbell comes with a Limited Lifetime Warranty, so you can lift with confidence.

We design our gear to last through years of serious training, but if something ever goes wrong due to a defect in materials or workmanship, we’ve got your back.

Here’s the gist:

You’re covered against manufacturer defects for the lifetime of the product.

What’s not covered? Normal wear and tear, cosmetic scratches, or the aftermath of running your bar over with a truck (please don’t).

How it works: If you ever need to make a claim, just reach out to us with your order details and a quick description of the issue. Our team will review it and get you sorted as quickly as possible.

Other Questions?Contact our support team—we're here to help.