GIANT Training Bar - Black Zinc
Built for Beginners, Youth Lifters, and Technique Development
The Giant Lifting 15LB Training Bar was created for novice and youth lifters who want to learn proper Olympic lifting form without the strain of a full-weight barbell. Perfect for technique training, beginner strength programs, and skill development, this lightweight bar delivers the same feel and grip as a full-size Olympic bar—just with a fraction of the weight.
We designed this bar to help athletes build strength safely, improve coordination, and develop rock-solid lifting mechanics that last a lifetime.
Lightweight Feel, Real Barbell Experience
Weighing only 15LB, this 28mm aluminum training bar mimics the dimensions and knurl pattern of our premium Hybrid Bars, giving beginners the same hand placement and grip consistency used by advanced lifters.
The light-depth, multi-marked knurling offers just the right amount of bite without tearing up your hands, while the 10.25-inch chrome aluminum sleeves fit any 2-inch Olympic bumper or iron plate—so athletes can practice from the same pull height as a standard 20KG bar.
Designed for Safety and Progression
The black zinc–coated shaft not only looks sleek but also resists rust and wear. Combined with a 200LB static rating, the bar provides a sturdy yet forgiving feel for young lifters learning key movements like cleans, snatches, squats, and deadlifts.
Ideal for schools, training studios, and home gyms, this bar bridges the gap between PVC trainers and full-weight Olympic bars—making it the perfect tool to develop confidence, strength, and perfect form early on.
The Bottom Line
The Giant Lifting 15LB Training Bar is the ultimate lightweight barbell for beginners and youth athletes. It’s durable, perfectly balanced, and built to teach proper form while keeping joints safe. Use it with Olympic bumper plates to simulate full lifts and build foundational strength without overloading.
If you’re looking for the best beginner or youth Olympic barbell, this bar delivers elite quality, precise feel, and long-term durability—helping you lift smarter from the start.
SPECIFICATIONS
Brand - GIANT
Bar Use - Specialty
Length - 69.5"
Weight - 15lb 9oz
Diameter - 28mm
Loadable Sleeve Length - 10.25"
Knurl - Light-depth
Center Knurl - No
Knurl Markings - Multi
Shaft Coating - Aluminum, Black Zinc
Sleeve Coating - Aluminum, Chrome
Static Rating - 200lbs
KEY FEATURES
Knurling
Black Zinc Finish
Knurl Markings
Light-weight
Frequently asked question
Shipping Details
Please allow 3-5 business days for processing orders prior to shipping. Items that are back-ordered and arriving for in-stock pre-orders may take up to 14 days to process and ship. Our “In-Stock” items or items becoming available for pre-order reflect a time frame that we expect to have that product(s) at our warehouse. This time frame does not include shipping estimations. We work diligently to receive and ship as fast as possible and we process our shipments in the order they are received. Our shipping carriers can take between 1-5 days to receive your package. Freight services can take 1-2 weeks.
*Circumstances like weather, holiday schedules, and other situations out of our control can affect this timeline. shipping policy.
Delivery details
Timeframe
Orders are delivered between 5-14 days from your date of purchase. Generally, we deliver during the first and third week of each month.
Where We Deliver
Delivery will be an option at checkout if it is available to you. Routes are from Seattle to Olympia in general.
Areas on the delivery route include:
Auburn, Bonney Lake, Bothell, Edgewood, Everett, Federal Way, Fife, Issaquah, Kent, Lacey, Lakewood, Lynwood, Marysville, Milton,
Olympia, Puyallup, Redmond, Renton, Seattle, Sumner, Tacoma.
Pricing
We do a route system with multiple customers with each delivery route to make it cheap for you to receive your equipment. ($39.99-$99.99)
Day of Delivery
For orders over $500: We will send an email 1-3 days in advance and require someone to be present to receive the order.
For orders under $500: We will send an email confirmation that we have delivered your products.
Questions/Contact Us
Email team@giantlifting.com with questions and more accurate timelines, visit our store, or call us at 253-355-3400.
Returns details
In the event, you would like to return an item or an order, please reach out to team@giantlifting.com. You may return items that are unopened and in new condition within 30 days for store credit or a full refund (Orders over $1,000 will be subject to a 3% credit card processing fee deducted from the total refund).
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