Bulldog Gear Home Gym Open Hex Bar | Compact Trap Bar
Description
rain Big. Save Space.
The Bulldog Gear Home Gym Open Hex Bar | Compact Trap Bar delivers all the versatility of an open trap bar in a compact, space-saving design. Engineered for home gyms and garage training spaces, it allows you to perform heavy lower body lifts and athletic movements without the size and weight of a full commercial trap bar.
Featuring an open frame, integrated deadlift jacks and a balanced 24kg construction, this compact trap bar is ideal for lifters who want professional performance while making the most of limited training space.
Whether you're building strength, improving athletic performance or adding variety to your lower body training, the Bulldog Gear Home Gym Open Hex Bar is built to handle years of demanding workouts.
Why Choose an Open Hex Trap Bar?
Unlike a traditional straight barbell, the Open Hex Trap Bar places you inside the load, encouraging a more natural lifting position. The neutral grip helps many athletes reduce stress on the lower back while maintaining an upright torso during deadlifts and carries.
The open-frame design also removes the restrictions of a traditional closed trap bar, allowing you to perform a much wider variety of exercises including walking lunges, split squats and loaded carries.
Compact enough for home gyms yet robust enough for serious strength training, it's the perfect all-round specialty bar.
Compact Design for Home Gyms
Measuring just 1400mm in length, the Bulldog Gear Home Gym Open Hex Bar occupies significantly less space than many commercial trap bars, making it ideal for garage gyms, PT studios and smaller training environments.
Its shorter overall length also makes storage easier while maintaining excellent balance and stability throughout every lift.
Integrated Deadlift Jacks
Built-in loading jacks allow the bar to be tilted onto its feet, making weight plate changes quick, simple and effortless without lifting the entire bar from the floor.
It's a feature usually found on premium commercial trap bars and makes training more efficient between sets.
Built for Strength
Manufactured from heavy-duty steel with a durable black powder-coated finish, the Home Gym Open Hex Bar is designed to withstand years of heavy lifting.
The 28mm knurled handles provide a secure grip during heavy pulls and carries, while the 320kg maximum load capacity gives plenty of room to progress as your strength improves.
Compatible with all standard 50mm Olympic weight plates and collars.
Perfect For
The Bulldog Gear Home Gym Open Hex Bar is ideal for:
- Trap Bar Deadlifts
- Romanian Deadlifts
- Farmers Carries
- Walking Lunges
- Split Squats
- Shrugs
- Jump Squats
- High Pulls
- Loaded Carries
Its versatility makes it an excellent addition to any home gym focused on strength, conditioning and athletic performance.
Home Gym Quality
Designed specifically for home training environments, the Bulldog Gear Home Gym Open Hex Bar combines premium construction with a compact footprint, giving you commercial-inspired performance without compromising valuable training space.
Product Specifications
- Weight: 24kg
- Overall Length: 1400mm
- Maximum Load Capacity: 320kg
- Loadable Sleeve Length: 250mm per sleeve
- Handle Diameter: 28mm
- Sleeve Diameter: 50mm (Olympic)
- Integrated Loading Jacks: Yes
- Finish: Black Powder Coat
- Compatible With: All 50mm Olympic Weight Plates and Collars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the benefit of an Open Hex Trap Bar?
An Open Hex Trap Bar allows you to lift from a more natural position while reducing stress on the lower back and offering greater exercise variety than a traditional closed trap bar.
Why choose a compact trap bar?
A compact trap bar takes up less space, is easier to store and is ideal for home gyms without compromising the key benefits of trap bar training.
Can I use Olympic weight plates?
Yes. The Bulldog Gear Home Gym Open Hex Bar is fully compatible with all standard 50mm Olympic weight plates and collars.
Is this suitable for heavy lifting?
Absolutely. With a 320kg maximum load capacity, it's built for progressive strength training and serious home gym use.
Weight Capacity
Shipping info
At Bulldog Gear, we stand behind the quality of our equipment. Due to the wide variety of products we offer, warranty terms can vary by category. The following outlines the terms and conditions of our product warranties.
General Warranty Exclusions
The following issues are not covered under any Bulldog Gear warranty:
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Improper use or misuse of equipment
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Normal wear and tear
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Lack of proper maintenance
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Unauthorised repairs or modifications
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Negligence or damage from incorrect storage or assembly
Note: Using Home Gym Series or any product marked non-commercial in a commercial environment will void its warranty. If you’re unsure about product suitability, please contact our customer service team.
Warranty Claims Process
If you believe your item has a manufacturing defect or cosmetic issue:
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Submit your claim within 30 days of receiving the item.
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Retain all original packaging. If the packaging has been disposed of, it is your responsibility to repackage the item adequately for return.
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Email customer.service@bulldoggear.com with:
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Order name and number
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Purchase date
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Clear photos/videos of the issue
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Description of the issue
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For third-party products, contact the manufacturer directly. Our team is happy to help redirect you if needed.
Warranty Terms by Category
Barbells
| Type | Warranty |
|---|---|
| 15kg / 20kg Barbells | 1 Year |
| Shorty / Training Bars | 1 Year |
| Specialty Barbells | 1 Year |
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Must be used on a minimum 18mm gym matting or drop pads.
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Incorrect use or storage (e.g., outdoors, humid areas, leaving bar loaded) will void warranty.
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Do not drop bars when unloaded or with plates <5kg.
Bumper Plates
| Type | Warranty |
|---|---|
| 5kg (all types) | 30 Days |
| Home Gym Rubber Bumpers | 1 Year (Home Use Only) |
| Hybrid 2 / Competition Plates | 1 Year |
| Change Plates | 1 Year |
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Dropping 5kg or 10kg plates alone repeatedly will void warranty.
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Minimum flooring requirement: 18mm rubber or drop pads.
Kettlebells & Dumbbells
| Type | Warranty |
|---|---|
| Hex Dumbbells / Box KBs | 1 Year |
| Competition KBs | 1 Year |
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Covers manufacturing defects only; not wear or cosmetic damage after use.
Electronics
| Type | Warranty |
|---|---|
| Monitors | 6 Months |
| Timers | 3 Months |
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Excludes batteries, misuse, or poor environmental storage.
Selectorised & Plate Loaded Machines
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Frame: Lifetime (against welded joint separation)
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Weight Stack & Selector Shaft: 3 Years
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Bearings & Pulleys: 1 Year
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Pins, Cables, Vinyl, Upholstery, End Caps: 6 Months
Routine maintenance and proper use are required to retain warranty.
Rigs, Racks & Pull-Up Bars
| Series | Warranty |
|---|---|
| Home Gym, Bulldog, ML | 1 Year |
| Perseverance | 1 Year |
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Cosmetic damage from regular use not covered.
Storage
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Warranty assessed case-by-case.
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Must report delivery damage before assembly.
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Damage from exceeding weight limits or improper use is not covered.
Benches
| Type | Warranty |
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| Flat & Adjustable | 1 Year |
| Zero Fold Bench | 1 Year |
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Check weight limits; misuse voids warranty.
Textiles & Upholstery
| Component | Warranty |
|---|---|
| Medicine Balls | 1 Year (No slamming) |
| Vinyl, Zips, Velcro, Stitching, Buckles | 6 Months |
Accessories & Apparel
| Product | Warranty |
|---|---|
| Weighted Vests (Fabric) | 30 Days |
| Weighted Vests (Velcro) | 3 Months |
| Weightlifting Belts | 6 Months |
| Jump Ropes | 30 Days |
| Shakers / Mugs / Flasks | 3 Months |
| Resistance Bands | 3 Months |
| Gym Rings | 6 Months |
Treadmills
| Part | Warranty |
|---|---|
| Monitor | 6 Months |
| Parts | 3 Years |
| Frame | 5 Years |
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Improper storage, use, or maintenance voids warranty.
Airbikes
| Model | Warranty |
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| Home Gym Airbike | 1 Year (Home Use Only) |
| Airbike 4.0 | 1 Year |
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Covers defects only. Wear on grips, pedals, and fairings not covered.
Flooring
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Check for defects before installation.
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Warranty excludes improper installation, unsuitable cleaning agents, or use over unfit subfloors.
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No returns on cut flooring.
Clearance Items – Final Sale
Please note:
All clearance, sale, and “final reduction” items are sold as-is and are not covered under any Bulldog Gear warranty.
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No returns or refunds will be accepted for these products.
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By purchasing a clearance item, you acknowledge and accept these terms.
Discontinued Products
If a discontinued product is found to be defective due to manufacturing error, Bulldog Gear reserves the right to replace it with a comparable item. These cases will be assessed individually.
Third-Party Products (e.g., Concept2)
For any issues or warranty claims regarding third-party items (e.g., Concept2), please contact the manufacturer directly.
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Concept2 Support: info@concept2.co.uk
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Phone: 0115 9340140
If your product isn’t listed here or you have additional questions, contact our team:
📧 customer.service@bulldoggear.com



