{"product_id":"metis-20kg-olympic-barbells-3x-styles","title":"METIS 20kg Olympic Barbells [3x Styles]","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePrecision-Engineered Olympic Barbells for Heavy Strength Work \u0026amp; Olympic Lifting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe METIS 20kg Olympic Barbells range is engineered for athletes and facilities that demand reliable performance under load, session after session. Featuring three specialist bar designs - Zelus, Hercules and Kratos - this range allows lifters to select the ideal barbell based on training intensity, lifting style and strength progression. Each bar conforms to the 20kg Olympic standard and full 7ft length, ensuring a familiar, competition-style feel across all major lifts while delivering distinct performance characteristics through differing steel compositions, knurl profiles and load ratings. From high-repetition gym training and technical Olympic lifts to heavy compound movements such as deadlifts, squats, presses, snatches and clean \u0026amp; jerks, these barbells are designed to provide controlled rotation, consistent grip and long-term durability. With smooth-rotating sleeves to support efficient bar path, balanced shaft stiffness for stable lifts, and high maximum load capacities ranging from 250kg through to 910kg, the METIS Olympic Barbell range is ideally suited to commercial gyms, performance centres, strength \u0026amp; conditioning facilities and serious home gym setups. Whether you are equipping a high-traffic gym floor, programming progressive overload for athletes, or building a premium lifting environment, these barbells deliver the confidence, control and structural strength required for modern strength training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh load capacity \u0026amp; durable construction for repeated heavy use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree specialist bar styles to suit different training demands \u0026amp; lifting intensities\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for commercial gyms, performance facilities \u0026amp; serious home gyms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth rotating sleeves support efficient Olympic lifts \u0026amp; reduced wrist strain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt to the 20kg Olympic standard with a full 7ft bar length for authentic gym lifting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDIMENSIONS:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Bar Length: 2.2m | 7.2ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 20kg | 44lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleeve Diameter: 50mm | 2in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrip Diameter: 28mm | 1.1in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrip Length (Each Side): 415mm | 16.3in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentre Shaft Length: 1.3m | 4.3ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZelus Olympic Bar:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Load Capacity: 250kg | 551lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistance Between Knurl Rings: 800mm, 920mm | 31.5in, 36.2in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHercules Olympic Bar:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Load Capacity: 680kg | 1499lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistance Between Knurl Rings: 800mm, 920mm | 31.5in, 36.2in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKratos Olympic Bar:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Load Capacity: 910kg | 2006lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistance Between Knurl Rings: 800mm | 31.5in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMATERIALS:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZelus:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e#45 steel shaft, 1.2mm Hill knurling, 4 stainless steel needle bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHercules:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e40CrMo alloy steel shaft, 1.2mm Volcano knurling, 8 stainless steel needle bearings + 2 brass bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKratos:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eChromium–molybdenum alloy steel shaft, 1.5mm Volcano knurling, 10 stainless steel needle bearings + 2 brass bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMISCELLANEOUS:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Olympic 50mm (2in) weight plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Kratos bar is built in line with IPF bar specifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for strength training, gym workouts \u0026amp; power-based lifting exercises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for use in commercial gyms, performance facilities \u0026amp; home gym environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWe recommend always using appropriate collars \u0026amp; lifting within the stated load capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOlympic weight plates \u0026amp; locking collars are not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThese barbells are not competition certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kit Sports Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Zelus – 250kg Load Capacity","offer_id":44233019162727,"sku":null,"price":4234.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hercules – 680kg Load Capacity","offer_id":44233019195495,"sku":null,"price":2699.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Kratos – 910kg Load Capacity","offer_id":44233019228263,"sku":null,"price":3239.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/9421\/4759\/files\/world-strongest-man-lifestyle-04_1.webp?v=1784099357","url":"https:\/\/kitsportsequipment.co.za\/products\/metis-20kg-olympic-barbells-3x-styles","provider":"Kit Sports Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}