Rogue Barbell Club

[Mech6]

RC teardrops are 1.5" on the top and 7/8" on the bottom.

Thanks.

Rogue's version is on 2" spacing, so they obvisouly have to come in much smaller than this.

[1651Naismith]

Rogue's version is on 2" spacing, so they obvisouly have to come in much smaller than this.

Yeah, the height of the Rogue teardrop jumped out at me in the pics. Noticeably less than the RC teardrops. Not sure how much it matters, if at all.

[ubernoob]

I just bought this off of craigslist, I have been having shoulder and elbow issues so I skipped benching. I did one set today to try it out and no pain in either shoulder or elbow. Thing is pretty much brand new.

[thejosef]

I just bought this off of craigslist, I have been having shoulder and elbow issues so I skipped benching. I did one set today to try it out and no pain in either shoulder or elbow. Thing is pretty much brand new.

Holy smokes that's a PURDY Stainless Ivanko ya got there! Nice pickup on the Rogue piece too. Are the Rogue handles knurled or not?

[ubernoob]

Holy smokes that's a PURDY Stainless Ivanko ya got there! Nice pickup on the Rogue piece too. Are the Rogue handles knurled or not?

Good eye on the ivanko! The handles are smooth but grippy in my opinion.

[Malversation]

Ill take a number

[C123C]

These were really Black Friday but I kept them boxed until now to make shopping for me easier. Will put to use tomorrow as I'm sick as hell right now thanks to my petri dish household/kids.

Adjustable Monolift
Change Plates (4x10, 2x5, 2x2.5)
Mini Deadlift Jack
Games Box is still in the box and not pictured






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[anthony6377]

These were really Black Friday but I kept them boxed until now to make shopping for me easier. Will put to use tomorrow as I'm sick as hell right now thanks to my petri dish household/kids.

Adjustable Monolift
Change Plates (4x10, 2x5, 2x2.5)
Mini Deadlift Jack
Games Box is still in the box and not pictured



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#jelly

I got the SML-1 during the BF deal and resisted the temptation to get the adjustable monolift. It's likely the next 'big' purchase I make for my gym. How are you liking it? I never feel unsafe in the stand with the spotter arms, but the monolift will add even more confidence in that regard. At least that's how I'm justifying it in my mind lol

[kennyluo]

#jelly

I got the SML-1 during the BF deal and resisted the temptation to get the adjustable monolift. It's likely the next 'big' purchase I make for my gym. How are you liking it? I never feel unsafe in the stand with the spotter arms, but the monolift will add even more confidence in that regard. At least that's how I'm justifying it in my mind lol

I also got the Monolift at Black Friday. It's not a must have but its damn nice to have one.

[kennyluo]

Nice Christmas gift for yourself. Love the Monolift. How do you like the reverse hyper so far?

These were really Black Friday but I kept them boxed until now to make shopping for me easier. Will put to use tomorrow as I'm sick as hell right now thanks to my petri dish household/kids.

Adjustable Monolift
Change Plates (4x10, 2x5, 2x2.5)
Mini Deadlift Jack
Games Box is still in the box and not pictured

[C123C]

#jelly

I got the SML-1 during the BF deal and resisted the temptation to get the adjustable monolift. It's likely the next 'big' purchase I make for my gym. How are you liking it? I never feel unsafe in the stand with the spotter arms, but the monolift will add even more confidence in that regard. At least that's how I'm justifying it in my mind lol

SML-1 is great. I wouldn't mind having plate storage but I'm very limited with ceiling height and overall room so this is all that fits (went with the rolling plate stand). If I had a ton of room I'd certainly have a full rack with storage (RML 690 or similar) but that's not in the cards. Next house would like to hold the SML-1 and add an additional full rack so multiples can easily lift - I have 2 kids. That said, SML-1 is all I need and is capable of anything. Totally satisfied and adequate. An upgrade would be want/luxury vs. need. Rock solid with the spotters.

Monolifts give me a 2nd set of J hooks too which is sometimes convenient when moving the bar between exercises.

[C123C]

Nice Christmas gift for yourself. Love the Monolift. How do you like the reverse hyper so far?

RH is a solid piece. I had/have back issues now so this really helps in that regard, gave me a completely new back and strengthened areas in my squat that were "unknown" weaknesses up until that point. I think I'm too tall for the roller. I might get an extension fabricated to make better use of it but the strap works fine for me and I can still do hamstring curls with the roller.

Not pictured are Abrams 2.0 GHD, Bodysolid dip rack, Concept 2 rower, and a removable pull-up bar (all besides the rower are sitting in my room upstairs due to ceiling height issues). Monster bench with Thompson Fat Pad, Rogue Adjustable Bench, EZ Curl Bar, DB handles, 10lbs aluminum full size bar for kids along with 5lbs full size technique plates. I should probably take some pictures and update things at some point as I've added a lot over time.

[anthony6377]

SML-1 is great. I wouldn't mind having plate storage but I'm very limited with ceiling height and overall room so this is all that fits (went with the rolling plate stand). If I had a ton of room I'd certainly have a full rack with storage (RML 690 or similar) but that's not in the cards. Next house would like to hold the SML-1 and add an additional full rack so multiples can easily lift - I have 2 kids. That said, SML-1 is all I need and is capable of anything. Totally satisfied and adequate. An upgrade would be want/luxury vs. need. Rock solid with the spotters.

Monolifts give me a 2nd set of J hooks too which is sometimes convenient when moving the bar between exercises.

Same exact situation here. I actually was about to get a full rack cut to 6.5 feet, but at the end of the day (and per Rogue's suggestion) the SML-1 made a hell of a lot more sense.

Regarding plate storage, I wish they had something like they offer for the S-1. I'm going to look into it more, but it doesn't seem like it would take much to make.

[keyboardworkout]

Same exact situation here. I actually was about to get a full rack cut to 6.5 feet, but at the end of the day (and per Rogue's suggestion) the SML-1 made a hell of a lot more sense.

Regarding plate storage, I wish they had something like they offer for the S-1. I'm going to look into it more, but it doesn't seem like it would take much to make.

Build a 60x60 HR-2.

[PriorMike]

Received my Ohio Bar on the 23rd. That was fast, having ordered it on the evening of the 16th.

There's various posts on here about the stoutness of Rogue's packing of their bars for shipping and mine was no different. UPS did a good job of handling the package as there was no damage to the tube.

As for the bar itself, I'm impressed with the quality of it. No flaws that I can detect so far. Compared to the bars at the gym I was going to(they looked like OB-86's, but I'm not 100% sure) the Ohio Bar is light years better in the knurl and sleeve spin. This is a quality product.

[C123C]

Same exact situation here. I actually was about to get a full rack cut to 6.5 feet, but at the end of the day (and per Rogue's suggestion) the SML-1 made a hell of a lot more sense.

Regarding plate storage, I wish they had something like they offer for the S-1. I'm going to look into it more, but it doesn't seem like it would take much to make.

Finally got a chance to use the monolift last night (our house has been sick as hell over the holiday and I'm still pretty bad but couldn't resist). Overall very pleased. I did have to loosen one of the bolts just slightly to ensure a complete and free release on one side (likely leveling of my stand/floor) but otherwise worked right out of the box.

Since clearance is an issue for both of us the Rogue design requires very little additional height even when installed on the top most position of the SML-1 (I'm 6'3" and this works for my squat). Maybe 2" max so you should be fine if you have 6.5 feet which is what I have too.

Keyboardworkout's advice on a modified HR-2 could work for you maybe (Rogue will custom cut as you know). I've considered this option before but am limited on side space/maneuverability so sadly not viable in my case.

[anthony6377]

Finally got a chance to use the monolift last night (our house has been sick as hell over the holiday and I'm still pretty bad but couldn't resist). Overall very pleased. I did have to loosen one of the bolts just slightly to ensure a complete and free release on one side (likely leveling of my stand/floor) but otherwise worked right out of the box.

Since clearance is an issue for both of us the Rogue design requires very little additional height even when installed on the top most position of the SML-1 (I'm 6'3" and this works for my squat). Maybe 2" max so you should be fine if you have 6.5 feet which is what I have too.

Keyboardworkout's advice on a modified HR-2 could work for you maybe (Rogue will custom cut as you know). I've considered this option before but am limited on side space/maneuverability so sadly not viable in my case.

Thanks for the feedback. I've considered making a modified HR-2, but the SML-1 suits me fine now and for the foreseeable future. The monolift adds enough "safety" for the time being.

[Domicron]

hey rogue fans, i know we have a CL thread that i usually post in, but i thought i'd ask here instead:

a NIB Operator 2.0 bar popped up for $250. that's probably more than i should be spending (don't really need it) but curious how this green coating is. he seems to be in a hurry to sell and i was thinking about shooting him a $200 offer to see if he'll bite.

I know it's an Ohio Bar with a different color finish, but i was curious how this knurling/finish combo would feel compared to my ob-86b.

TLDR: would you guys say this is a very good deal on a bar at $200? if i didn't own 2 barbells i'd probably be happy buying it at full asking, but since i do, i'm asking if you guys think it's worth dropping the cash to upgrade, or if i should just save my money for something else?

[keyboardworkout]

The Operator 2.0 sounds like a great bar if only it had center knurl.

[Domicron]

The Operator 2.0 sounds like a great bar if only it had center knurl.

i don't miss CK on my ob-86b, i'm wondering if i'd miss it on this thing...

[smokinHawk]

worst thing is you dont like it and can sell it for as much as you paid.

[Domicron]

worst thing is you dont like it and can sell it for as much as you paid.

good point

[Bench905]

TLDR: would you guys say this is a very good deal on a bar at $200? if i didn't own 2 barbells i'd probably be happy buying it at full asking, but since i do, i'm asking if you guys think it's worth dropping the cash to upgrade, or if i should just save my money for something else?

If new, yes. I sold a used original (not 1.2) 155k tensile Ohio Bar for $200. You should easily be able to sell a 190k variant for $200.

In other news, it's a sad day as I sold my Rogue R3. Replacement rack should be coming tomorrow - but it will never truly replace my first power rack.

[ubernoob]

If new, yes. I sold a used original (not 1.2) 155k tensile Ohio Bar for $200. You should easily be able to sell a 190k variant for $200.

In other news, it's a sad day as I sold my Rogue R3. Replacement rack should be coming tomorrow - but it will never truly replace my first power rack.

What rack are you expecting?

[cwcmac]

What rack are you expecting?

He's getting a fitness gear half rack.

[Bench905]

He's getting a fitness gear half rack.

Close. 3x3 7ga commercial rack with weight storage, bar storage, knurled dip bar, knurled pull up bar, and matching bench. Just couldn't pass up the deal.

[keyboardworkout]

No Westside spacing no care.

[snova031]

Close. 3x3 7ga commercial rack with weight storage, bar storage, knurled dip bar, knurled pull up bar, and matching bench. Just couldn't pass up the deal.

That's it, you're out of the club.


Nice pickup, CL? Is it real clean real commercial real heavy duty holy grail rack?

[Bench905]

Nice pickup, CL? Is it real clean real commercial real heavy duty holy grail rack?

Oh yeah...Unicorn HTF holy grail stuff right here.

[smokinHawk]

Oh yeah...Unicorn HTF holy grail stuff right here.

meh lacks the rogue accessories. You will miss the rogue advantage. I could never get anything else after my ML rack.