Determining the weight of an EZ curl bar, also known as an EZ bar, is crucial for planning your workouts effectively. If you have a bathroom scale, the easiest method is to simply weigh the curl bar. You can do this by carefully balancing it or by weighing yourself with and without the bar. However, if you don’t have a scale, there are still ways to estimate the weight of this versatile piece of gym equipment.
Weight of Olympic Curl Bars
Olympic curl bars are distinguished by their 2-inch diameter rotating sleeves, designed to accommodate weight plates with 2-inch holes. It’s important to differentiate these from standard curl bars, which have a noticeably different design.
To estimate the weight of an Olympic curl bar, consider its total length. Comparing the bar’s height to your own can provide a reasonable approximation.
A typical EZ curl bar often weighs around 14 lbs. These bars are usually about 47 inches long and feature 6.5-inch sleeves for loading plates, along with a 25mm shaft. Many of these bars originate from the same factories. You’ll often find a curl bar like this on a preacher curl bench in a gym.
The Synergee curl bar weighs 19 lbs. The additional weight compared to the previous model is due to its thicker 28mm shaft, which provides a better grip. The overall dimensions, however, are quite similar.
The Rogue 54″ curl bar is a heavier and longer option, weighing 30 lbs. Its longer sleeves can hold more plates, extending its overall length to 54.5 inches. It also features a thicker 28.5mm shaft.
This curl bar stands out due to its superior quality. Rogue incorporates knurling across the entire shaft, except for the center, to protect your neck. Many other manufacturers often cut costs by only knurling certain portions of the shaft near the bends.
The Rep Fitness rackable curl bar weighs 35 lbs. Its extra length, exceeding 6 feet, includes a shaft (the part you grip) that’s over 4 feet long between the sleeves. This allows it to fit on a power rack. The increased weight is attributed to both the longer curled shaft and the extended sleeves.
These 6-foot bars are easily recognizable due to their length. While lying down, their length might not be immediately apparent. To gauge their size, stand them up next to you to compare their height.
Weight of Standard EZ Curl Bars
A standard EZ curl bar, like other standard bars, features non-rotating ends with a 1-inch diameter, consistent with the middle shaft. These bars are designed for standard weight plates with 1.1-inch holes.
This standard EZ curl bar typically weighs around 11 lbs. A closer look reveals threaded ends with spin-lock collars to secure the plates. Standard curl bars have less variety due to a smaller market. Although they were once common in home gyms, most people have transitioned to Olympic-sized weights, making standard weights increasingly difficult to find.
