The Illinois Bar
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The Illinois Bar
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Setting the bar. Delta barbells have taken years to perfect—melding customer feedback, extensive testing, and countless repetitions by a variety of athletes, all backed by years of expertise in crafting high-quality, innovative gym equipment. That’s how we can confidently promise that these will be the finest barbells you’ve ever used.
This barbell is a symbol of Delta Fitness, which was established in Illinois. This 20 kg bar is a high-end, multipurpose barbell that is available in a range of Cerakote colors, including black, blue, and red. The Cerakote finish is the highest end finish available and is comparable to or better than a stainless barbells.
The Illinois barbell is versatile and works well for powerlifting, Olympic weightlifting, and cross-training/HIIT workouts. During high-rep exercises, its medium-depth, mountain-style knurling will give you strong grip support without causing hand wear. The 20 kg Illinois Bar's smooth sleeves and 28 mm diameter shaft make it simple to load and unload weight. Composite bushings offer increased durability together with a smooth and steady rotation. Additionally, the bushings have a damping effect that lessens noise in the event that the barbell is dropped. Premium endcaps with a distinct design complete the Illinois Bar.
Weight
20kg (44.1 lbs)
Length
86.6 "
Loadable Sleeve Length
16.3"
Shaft Diameter
28mm
Sleeve Diameter
50mm
Bushing/Bearing
Hybrid
Sleeve Style
Smooth
Knurl Style
Mountain/Medium
Center Knurl
No
Knurl Markings
Dual (IPF & IWF)
Material
Steel
Shaft Coating
Cerakote
Whip
Medium
Static Rating
1,500 LBS
Tensile Strength
190k
Finish Options
Featuring three different finishes (red, black and blue) The Illinois bar from Delta Fitness is made to match your preferred aesthetic.
Hybrid Sleeve Construction
The Illinois bar ensures fluid sleeve rotation for weightlifting, while remaining controlled for powerlifting lifts.
Dual Knurl Markings
Dual knurl markings (IWF and IPF) help you determine even hand placement on the barbell.
Smooth Sleeves
Smooth sleeves allow for easy loading and unloading of plates.
NO CENTER KNURL
This bar has no center knurl, which makes it comfortable for high-volume training.
Mountain Knurling
Medium-depth, mountain-style knurling provides superior grip without punishing your hands during high-rep workouts.
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How does this bar compare to others on the market?
This bar is Delta Fitness' flagship bar and one that was designed and analyzed with meticulous detail. Never before has a Cerakote barbell been this affordable. Delta could not be prouder of the materials and finish on this barbell and when it comes to the finish and value of the Illinois bar, their is no other bar on the market that can compete.
What is a Cerakote finish?
Cerakote is a thin, protective, ceramic-polymer coating that increases the durability and corrosion resistance of the steel, while adding the ability to customize color.
What does knurl style mean?
The crosshatch pattern on a barbell's shaft that improves your hands' grip on the bar is called knurling. We use three different knurl styles in all of our barbells: mountain, volcano, and hill. The most passive knurling is hill-style, which avoids digging into your hands to provide lifts. Although it is a fantastic choice for training bars, we suggest a different style bar if you want to go all out. Volcano is the most popular knurl type seen on many of our weightlifting and mixed-purpose bars.
What is the purpose of knurl markings on a barbell?
The International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) and the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) have two main guidelines for where to place knurl markings on a barbell. The knurl marks give athletes a vision for even hand placement on the barbell and help them set up correctly for the lift.
How much weight can I load on this bar?
The 20kg Illinois bar is rated for 1,500 lbs
Does the Illinois Bar have a warranty?
Its a Delta Fitness product, of course it has a warranty! We stand by our products the Illinois bar is no exception. The Illinois bar has a lifetime warranty*.
