Kabuki Transformer Bar
Kabuki Transformer Bar
Product Description
Widely regarded as one of the most innovative specialty squat bars ever developed, Kabuki Strength’s adjustable Transformer Bar is also now proudly manufactured in Ohio by Rogue Fitness. As we did with the Kadillac Bar, we’ve maintained all the best aspects of the patent-pending Kabuki design and added a few refinements of our own, utilizing the advanced machining and finishing resources at our disposal here in Columbus. This includes an additional detent pin for locking the adjustable sleeve into its bracket, as well as a new Proprietary Matte Black bracket finish + markings for each sleeve and pin position.
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Kabuki Transformer Bar
Widely regarded as one of the most innovative specialty squat bars ever developed, Kabuki Strength’s adjustable Transformer Bar is also now proudly manufactured in Ohio by Rogue Fitness. As we did with the Kadillac Bar, we’ve maintained all the best aspects of the patent-pending Kabuki design and added a few refinements of our own, utilizing the advanced machining and finishing resources at our disposal here in Columbus. This includes an additional detent pin for locking the adjustable sleeve into its bracket, as well as a new Proprietary Matte Black bracket finish + markings for each sleeve and pin position.
The Kabuki Transformer Bar is a unique, adjustable safety squat bar that allows athletes of all skill levels to hone a variety of squat movement patterns with much greater efficiency. The cambered pop-pin mechanism can be set at (6) different fixed positions separated by 30 degrees of variance, replicating each of these common squat movement patterns:
Adjustable Angle
The Kabuki Transformer Bar is a unique, adjustable safety squat bar that allows athletes of all skill levels to hone a variety of squat movement patterns with much greater efficiency. The cambered pop-pin mechanism can be set at (6) different fixed positions separated by 30 degrees of variance, replicating each of these common squat movement patterns:
1. Hip Hinge: Good Mornings and teaching hinge patterning
2. Back Squat: Low Bar
3. Back Squat: High Bar
4. SSB: For using like a traditional Safety Squat Bar
5. Front Squat: Load Counterbalancing similar to a standard front squat
6. Goblet Squat: In style of a kettlebell goblet squat
Adjustable Difficulty
In any of those angle positions, the user can additionally adjust the “difficulty” setting of the lift via a second mechanism, which offers (4) different placement options for the weight sleeve (i.e., the distance between the center of mass of the weight and the bar on the lifter’s back).
- Easier: Sleeve at Top of Bracket
- Easy: Sleeve at Second Position from Top
- Hard: Sleeve at Third Position from Top
- Harder: Sleeve at Bottom Position
In total, the Transformer Bar creates 24 different setting combinations, giving large and small gyms alike an extremely versatile tool for changing loading and movement dynamics–whether for a full team of athletes or the evolving regimens of a select few. Once a setting is selected, the bar's longer handles and proprietary bend provide a balanced "center" that allows the lifter to comfortably focus on their form.
Note: The short and standard length handles options are included.
Gear Specs
Specifications:
- Manufactured by Rogue in Columbus, Ohio
- Developed by Kabuki Strength
- Adjustable, Multi-Functional Safety Squat Bar
- Patent Pending
- 24 Different Squat Variation Combinations (6 camber angle points + 3 sleeve slots)
- Short and Standard Length Handle Options Included
- Unloaded Weight: 25KG / approx. 55 LBS
- Load Capacity: 1,500 LBS
- Handles: Stainless Steel, 1.15” diameter, spaced 12”
- Olympic Sleeves: Machined grooves, Proprietary Matte Black finish, 15.75” loadable length
- Distance Between Brackets: 54”
- Black Powdercoated Center Bar
- High Density Foam Pads (Imported Foam)
- Ships Fully Assembled
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Gear Specs | |
| Brand | Kabuki Strength |
| Color | Black |
| Made In USA | Yes, with Imported Foam |
| Other Product Specs | Distance Between Brackets: 54” Distance Between Handles: 12" |
| Loadable Sleeve Length | 15.75” |
| Bar Length | 91.25" |
| Bar Use | Specialty |
| Bar Weight | 25KG |
| Sleeve Coating | Proprietary Matte Black Finish |
Key Features Kabuki Transformer Bar
Made in the USA By Rogue
The fully adjustable Transformer Bar from Kabuki Strength has been put to use in thousands of training facilities, from home gyms and rehab training centers to the pro and college ranks. Now, the latest edition of this unique specialty squat bar has moved its production to the Rogue factory in Columbus, Ohio, where we’ve been able to adapt the established model with several new upgrades and refinements. Each bar weighs 25KG (approx 55LB) unloaded, with 15.75” of loadable sleeve length and a load capacity of 1,500 LBS. The stainless steel knurled handles are spaced 12” apart and measure 1.15” in diameter, and the machined Olympic sleeves include precision grooves, designed to work with any standard Oly collars.
6 Fixed Squat Position Settings
The simple pop-pin mechanism of the Transformer Bar can be easily set at (6) different fixed positions separated by 30 degrees of variance. Each setting replicates a common squat movement pattern, including the Hip Hinge, Low Bar Back Squat, High Bar Back Squat, Safety Squat Bar, Front Squat, and Goblet Squat.
4 Difficulty Settings
Along with selecting the camber angle of the bar, users can also choose the positioning of the weight sleeve within a second bracket. This adjustment determines the distance between the center of mass of the weight and the bar on the lifter’s back, automatically increasing or decreasing the difficulty of the lift. The four options range from “Easier” (at the top of the bracket) to “Harder” (at the bottom), and the Rogue version comes with a new detent pin to help lock the sleeve into place. With 24 total setting combinations, the Transformer Bar is a particularly versatile training tool, whether for a seasoned lifter honing their form or a novice learning the movements.
New Proprietary Matte Black Finish
The Rogue version of the Kabuki Transformer Bar also introduces a new PMB finish on both brackets, as well as laser-etched markings to note the sleeve and pin position settings. Our Proprietary Matte Black finish utilizes a process that effectively transforms the surface of the steel rather than coating it, greatly increasing the brackets’ long-term corrosion resistance and color endurance.
