Olympic Barbells
A collection page of Giant Lifting
About
Olympic weightlifting barbells built for speed and precision — free-spinning sleeves and a balanced whip make them ideal for snatches, cleans, and jerks. All GIANT Olympic bars use standard 2-inch (50mm) rotating sleeves that fit every Olympic plate and collar. Choosing your Olympic bar Men's bar: 20kg with a 28.5mm shaft. Women's bar: 15kg with a thinner 25mm shaft and shorter length. Spin: needle bearings turn over fast for Olympic lifts; bushing/hybrid sleeves give a steadier spin for mixed training. Knurl: a medium-aggressive volcano knurl grips well without tearing your hands; most Olympic bars skip an aggressive center knurl for comfortable cleans. Frequently asked questions How much does an Olympic bar weigh? 20kg (44 lb) for the men's bar and 15kg (33 lb) for the women's bar. Will my plates fit? Yes — every Olympic bar has 2-inch (50mm) sleeves that fit all Olympic bumper, grip, and change plates. What's the best Olympic bar for a beginner? A 20kg multipurpose bar handles Olympic, CrossFit, and strength work at a great price — a perfect first bar. Bearing or bushing? Bearings spin faster for Olympic lifting; bushings are steadier for general strength. Hybrid bars give you both.