Rogue Bella bar Davidsdottir vs Fraser bar
This is a comparison of the Rogue Davidsdottir bar and the Fraser bar including pros, cons, and alternatives. Follow the links for more details
Overview and review Rogue Ohio Bar Fraser Edition
This overview of the Fraser bar was originally published in my comprehensive guide on which Rogue barbell to buy. If you are currently considering to buy a Rogue barbell it is worth a read to get input on the latest models. I update the guide on a yearly basis depending on Rogue's new releases.
Price 375$
Overview of the Fraser bar
This is my personal
favourite
design from
Rogue to date. I am
harbouring
between the
Fraser bar and Chan
bar as I prefer the design of this
bar, but also know that the Chan
bar as better value for money in terms of the material it is made of. I ultimately think I will end up buying the Chan
bar as I already live and breathe the motto hard work pays off.
Pros of the Fraser bar
The
Fraser bar represents the concept of the underdog who overcomes adversity to rise to the challenge. When this inspires you, this is the
bar to get. You will get a solid barbell which makes use of the most modern production techniques
Rogue has to offer. If you like the red and black
colours, even better. This is a well designed, reliable piece of equipment that will make you proud.
Cons of the Fraser bar
If you are a big fan of
Rich Froning you might want to invest your money in his
bar instead. As with the other updated versions of the
Ohio Bar the sleeves only come with Cerakote coating. This leaves this
bar more exposed wear and tear from metal to metal contact. Try to use
bumper plates instead of
metal plates to remedy this.
Conclusion
The Rogue Ohio bar Fraser Edition comes from a long line of solid barbells. The slogan "Hard work pays off" is priceless and if you look into the story of Matt Fraser you will agree that this is the barbell with the best story. If you are an underdog underground weekend warrior who is lying in wait to make it big, this is your barbell.
Overview and review Rogue Bella bar Davidsdottir
This overview of the Davidsdottir bar was originally published in my comprehensive guide on which Rogue barbell to buy. If you are currently considering to buy a Rogue barbell it is worth a read to get input on the latest models. I update the guide on a yearly basis depending on Rogue's new releases.
Price 375$
Overview of the Rogue bella bar Davidsdottir
The Rogue Bella Davidsdottir edition pays tribute to two times female Crossfit champion
Katrin Davidsdottir. It comes with her sledge dog logo and has the
Rogue logo imprinted. The effects are achieved by
Rogue's cerakote finish which they have adjusted from the gun industry.
The
bar base is derived from the
Bella bar, the "female" version of Rogues flagship
Ohio bar. It is made to IWF standards and comes in at 15kg. The diameter is 25mm and the loadable sleeve length comes to 13.00. The sleeves rotate via bushing and the
bar withstands 190K Tensile strength. The whip is good to accommodate its versatile use.
Pros of the Davidsdottir
A nice design which inspires you to think of
Katrin Davidsdottir's wins in the Crossfit games. It might be bought is a package with the
Thor power bar so that a couple can train in the home gym. It is an all-around
bar which is up to the task.
Cons of the Davidsdottir
The
Davidsdottir bar is currently only available with Cerakote sleeves. These are more likely to show wear and tear from the plates. If you use it at home and want to keep it crisp consider getting
bumper plates instead of
steel plates with this
bar. You can also wait until
Rogue offers it with chrome sleeves like the
chan bar. The design might not flow as nicely then.
Conclusion
If you need a 15kg barbell which looks good and has been built on the solid foundations of the Rogue Bella bar this is the one to go for. On top of that you also get to connect to champions mind whenever you lift. If you do not want to invest the few extra dollars for the Cerakote design there is still the bella bar is a more cost effective alternative.