Olympic Barbells
Olympic Barbells in NZ — training bars for weightlifting and strength work
Shop Olympic barbells NZ for home gyms, PT studios, and commercial facilities. This range includes common 20kg Olympic barbells and 15kg Olympic barbells, plus different bar lengths and sleeve systems (for example bearings or bushings) depending on your training style.
We offer NZ-wide delivery. Prefer pickup instead of freight? Choose pickup when you check-out.
1.3m Hip Thrust Barbell
How to choose an Olympic barbell — knurl, spin, and bar type
An Olympic barbell is the backbone of most strength spaces. The “right” bar depends on how you train:
classic strength lifts, mixed training, or Olympic lifting-style sessions where sleeve spin matters.
GravoMax stocks different barbell lengths (including 1.2m, 1.5m, 1.8m, 2.0m, 2.2m) and different build options such as bearing barbells or bushing barbells, plus material choices like carbon steel, alloy steel, and spring steel.
- All-round training bar: a practical choice for mixed strength work in home gyms and commercial gyms.
- Weightlifting bar: typically prioritises smoother sleeve spin for fast transitions.
- Powerlifting-style bar: typically prioritises stable setup and consistent feel under heavier straight-bar work.
- Bearing barbell: smoother sleeve spin, often preferred for faster Olympic-lift style movements.
- Bushing barbell: dependable feel for general training and heavier controlled reps.
Consider rack width, sleeve clearance, and storage when choosing between short barbell options and full-size setups.
- Knurling: grip feel and consistency for pulls, presses, and carries.
- Bar diameter: common sizes include 28mm and 25mm depending on bar style and user preference.
- Sleeves: designed for standard Olympic plates and common plate systems.
