Arch Nemesis Swiss Bar
Shoulder-saving multi-grip bar that doubles as a cable attachment.
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Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
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Product Features
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Protects Your Shoulders
The 3 different neutral handle grips on the bar are a surefire way to alleviate shoulder pain when pressing. The Arch Nemesis Bar also can allow a lifter with shoulder problems to get back to pressing with little shoulder discomfort.
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Builds Your Bench
The bar has been used very successfully to develop lockout strength by shifting the stress to your triceps which will increase your lockout strength with big weights. The arch shape allows you to go beyond your typical ROM and get even deeper for massive gains.
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Injects Exercise Variety
Doing the Big Three for years gets stale. The Arch Bar offers just enough variety from your straight-bar lifts to rekindle your workout motivation. Use it for overhead pressing, bent-over rows, and at only 24lbs/10kg, you can easily attach it to your cable machine for spicier workouts.
Product Details
One of the most versatile specialty barbells you can get, the Arch Nemesis is not only a shoulder saver and a bench builder but ALSO doubles as a cable attachment! For more, check out the Top 5 Arch Nemesis Swiss Bar Benefits.
This welded bar has three different angled grips and a hook on the top for easy attachment to whatever cable machine you have—or, even better, pair it with the Bells of Steel Belt Squat Machine.
Want to learn more about specialty bars? Then read our article: Best Specialty Barbells for Strength Training.
Version 2.0 features a coarser knurling, glossier powder coat, laser-cut end caps, and greater clearance on the sleeves for easier re-racking on 3x3 inch racks.
IMPORTANT: The sleeves on the Arch Nemesis Bar are made of steel tubing instead of traditional machined barbell sleeves. They won't rotate like a barbell sleeve but have a 49.7mm diameter, so Olympic collars will fit correctly. This means axle collars are NOT needed.
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What’s in the Box
- RRobVerified ReviewerRated 4 out of 5 stars8 months agoSolid value. Trade offs are rackability and knurling
Had a couple shoulder surgeries so a Swiss bar was called for. Overall a great value. Picked up on sale so was well under $200 and is a great value. Had issues racking on a monster light rack. It fits but not much room on either side. Solved by placing 5 pound steel weights inside the bigger plates. Had never done that before but it works and is an easy fix since we all already have those. Knurling is very weak. Get yourself some tape. For the price a great solver of shoulder issues.
Bells of Steel USA8 months agoHey Rob,
Thanks for taking the time to share your detailed thoughts on the Arch Nemesis Swiss Bar! We're stoked to hear it's helping you work around those shoulder surgeries - that's exactly what we designed it for. It's awesome that you snagged it during a sale too!
We totally hear you on the rackability with the Monster Light rack and appreciate you sharing that clever weight-spacing solution. That's some serious gym wisdom right there! And thanks for the honest feedback about the knurling - while we went with a milder pattern, we understand some lifters prefer more grip.
It's great to know that despite these trade-offs, you're finding it a solid value for targeting those shoulder-friendly pressing movements.
Keep crushing those workouts!
Yours in strength,
The B.o.S. Crew - TSTravess S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoArch Nemesis
Good. I purchased during a sale. I’m happy with it so far. I connect it to my BOS cable tower w/weight stack and use the seal row pad for chest-supported rows. It helps me get a better contraction at the top. I’m excited to try other movements!
Bells of Steel USAHi Travess,
Thank you for reviewing our arch nemesis bar today. We are so glad you have enjoyed this piece and that it has added some new exercises to your arsenal. We hope you continue to love using it.
Yours in strength,
The BoS team
- RRobVerified BuyerRated 4 out of 5 stars1 year agoGood for the price
Overall I'm very happy with this bar. I wanted a swiss bar for a while and I'd actually used one of these at a gym I go to every now and then and knew I liked it. When it went on sale for $150 I knew I needed to jump on it at that price. There are cons like the weight but I'm sure that keeps the price down. I'm unsure I'll use the cable attachment. I already had some adjustable clips so the sleeve size was a non-issue for me.
Powder coat was good with only like 2 minor dings (I use my equipment so not worried about this at all). Welds look solid even if not the prettiest (again I don't care about that really).
The biggest thing I don't like about the bar is the label they stick on it. It isn't centered to the cable attachment so it's driving my OCD crazy.
Bells of Steel USAHI Rob,
Thank you so much for the honest review of our arch nemesis Swiss bar. We are so happy to hear that you have been overall pleased with your purchase and were able to snag this on sale too !
We hope you continue to enjoy using this piece and we wish you the best.
Yours in strength,
Marcus & the BoS team
- JSJordan S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoSolid swiss bar at a great price
I spent a lot of time shopping for a swiss bar, considering price, quality, reviews, etc... and settled on the Arch Nemesis Swiss bar. I'm new to lifting, and am very impressed with this bar! The camber design allows me to get nice and low for benching. Quality is good - no issues with welds. Knurling is very mild, almost unnoticable. I love how the sleeves are large enough to accommodate any olympic collar. The bar is just large enough to be rackable for my rack - there isn't much wiggle room, but I does fit. I suppose it needs to be small enough to be useful as a lat cable attachment.
My only gripe is the knurling, which isn't really a big deal for me. I wish it was a touch more aggressive, but this isn't a deal breaker.
Highly recommend! can't beat the price.
Bells of Steel USAHi Jordan,
Thank you for your review of our plate arch nemesis bar today. We are glad this has been an asset to you and your training. We hope you continue to enjoy using it and we wish you the best!
Yours in strength,
Marcus & the BoS team
- PBPascal B.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoArch Nemesis Swiss Bar
It"s a nice addition to my pressing sessions, I like to use various grips in my training, it's a shoulders saving. Less expensive than other similar bars on the market.
Bells of Steel USAHI Pascal,
Thank you so much for the review of our arch nemesis Swiss bar. We are delighted you have enjoyed your new bar and find it to be a valuable addition to your pressing sessions. We hope you continue to love using it .
Sincerely,
Marcus & the BoS team
