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EZ Curl Bar [Bells of Steel] EZ Bar Olympic Curl Barbell for Bicep
- Bar
- 300 pounds
- Knurled
- Nickel
- Better rated than 82%
A rust-resistant Olympic curl bar built for bicep and tricep isolation work, sized to take standard Olympic plates in a home gym.
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How it ranks among the 101 bars we track
4.8★ across 149 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
149 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
A 2 inch Olympic EZ curl bar from Bells of Steel, 45 inches long with a 28mm diameter shaft, angled grips and volcano knurling, rated to a 500 lb weight capacity for bicep and tricep work.
The angled grip sections are shaped to reduce wrist strain on curls and triceps extensions compared with a straight bar, while the black phosphate shaft finish and nickel plated sleeves are aimed at resisting rust in a home gym that may not have climate control. The Olympic 2 inch sleeve diameter means it takes standard Olympic plates rather than the smaller standard-bar plates.
- 45 inch length, 28mm diameter shaft
- 2 inch Olympic sleeves, 500 lb rated capacity
- Angled grips for curls and tricep work
- Black phosphate shaft, nickel plated sleeves
Who it's for
Fits lifters building a home gym who want a dedicated curl bar for arm isolation work alongside a main barbell. Not useful as a general-purpose barbell for squats or presses, since the angled shape is built specifically for curls and extensions.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Angled grips reduce wrist strain on curls
- 2 inch Olympic sleeves fit standard plates
- Black phosphate finish resists rust
- Limited to curl and extension type movements, not general lifts
Performance notes
The angled grip sections let the wrists sit in a more neutral position during curls and extensions than a straight bar allows, which is the main reason lifters choose an EZ bar over a standard one. Volcano knurling on the grip is meant to hold the hand in place under load without the sharper bite of standard knurling. The 28mm shaft with 2 inch Olympic sleeves accepts standard Olympic plates rather than spinlock or standard-bar plates.
Specifications
| Brand | EZ |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Weight Capacity Maximum | 300 pounds |
| Item Weight | 22.5 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 47.2 × 2 inches |
| Grip Size | 1.1 inches |
| Sleeve Length | 7.2 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Nickel |
| Material | Metal |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Knurled |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in bars.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| EZ Curl Bar [Bells of Steel] EZ Bar Olympic Curl Barbell for BicepThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 149 | 4.0 / 5 |
| CAP Barbell Olympic Trap Bar and Shrug Bar for DeadliftsCAP | 4.5 / 5 | 8,800 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Everyday Essentials Olympic Super Curl Barbell Curl BarEveryday | 4.7 / 5 | 3,900 | 4.4 / 5 |
| ExtreSpo 47" EZ Curl Bar Weight Lifting BarExtreSpo | 4.6 / 5 | 1,300 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Yaheetech 7-Foot Olympic Barbell with CollarsYaheetech | 4.7 / 5 | 2,000 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the EZ bars
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What plates does the Bells of Steel EZ bar take?
Standard 2 inch Olympic plates, since the sleeves are sized for Olympic bars.
What is the bar's weight capacity?
500 lbs according to the listing.
What finish does the bar have?
A black phosphate finish on the shaft with nickel plated sleeves, aimed at resisting rust.