Overview
The Rogue V2 Face Mount Pull-up Bar for Monster Lite is a versatile, competition-proven attachment designed to add an adjustable pull-up station to any Rogue Monster Lite Series rig or rack. Featured prominently in the CrossFit Regionals, this bar offers athletes the ability to quickly customize their pull-up height by flipping the mounting orientation. Its face-mount design provides a significant offset from the beam, ensuring maximum head clearance for dynamic movements like kipping pull-ups and muscle-ups.
Key Features and Specifications
Construction: Heavy-duty 1.25” (1 1/4") steel tubing.
Compatibility: Specifically designed for the Rogue Monster Lite XML-70 Beam (70" crossmember).
Length: 49” pull-up bar.
Adjustability: Features a face-mount design that allows the bar to be offset by +/- 3" from the center of the beam, providing a total height variance of 6 inches.
Hardware: Ships with the necessary 5/8" mounting hardware for standard Monster Lite installations.
Finish: Finished in Rogue’s Signature Black powder coat for a superior, non-slip grip that holds chalk exceptionally well.
Manufacturing: Proudly Made in the USA (Columbus, Ohio).
Performance Benefits
Height Customization: The Rogue V2 Face Mount Pull-up Bar for Monster Lite allows gym owners to adjust the pull-up station height to accommodate athletes of varying heights. A simple flip of the bar and a quick turn of a wrench is all that is required to move the bar up or down 3 inches.
Dual-Height Stations: Because the V2 can be mounted on either side of an XML-70 beam, you can install two bars on the same station—one in the high position and one in the low position—providing immediate options for a diverse group of athletes.
Increased Head Clearance: The face-mount bracket pushes the bar away from the main rig beam, providing the extra space needed for "head-through" gymnastics movements and strict chest-to-bar pull-ups.
Proven Durability: Used as a standard in high-level competition, the Rogue V2 Face Mount Pull-up Bar for Monster Lite is engineered to handle the intense dynamic loads of butterfly pull-ups and high-rep muscle-up sets without flex or sway.
Maintenance and Care
Coating Care: Regularly wipe down the bar with a damp cloth to remove sweat and skin oils. To maintain the grip texture, use a nylon bristle brush to clear out dried chalk buildup from the powder coat.
Hardware Inspection: Periodically check the 5/8" mounting bolts that secure the bar to the XML-70 beam. The vibration from dynamic movements can cause hardware to settle over time; ensuring they remain tight is critical for athlete safety.
Rust Prevention: For non-climate-controlled garage gyms, keep the bar dry to prevent surface oxidation. If the powder coat is chipped by metal-on-metal contact (e.g., from a weighted vest), apply a rust-inhibiting touch-up paint.
Installation Alignment: Ensure the mounting plates are seated flush against the beam face before final tightening to prevent uneven stress on the bolts.
Warranty Information
Rogue Fitness provides a Limited Lifetime Warranty on the structural welds and frame of the Rogue V2 Face Mount Pull-up Bar for Monster Lite for the original purchaser. This warranty ensures the product is free from defects in material and workmanship. The powder coat finish and mounting hardware are not covered under the structural lifetime warranty. Damage resulting from improper installation or negligent use is excluded from coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I mount this on a 43" Monster Lite crossmember? A: No. The V2 Face Mount Pull-up Bar for Monster Lite is designed to match the hole pattern and span of the 70" XML-70 beam. It is not compatible with standard 43" crossmembers.
Q: Can I mount this to my wall or a wooden beam? A: While it is designed specifically for Rogue rigs, users have successfully mounted this to wooden beams or concrete walls using appropriate third-party lag bolts or masonry anchors. However, Rogue only officially warranties its use when attached to a compatible XML-70 beam.
Q: Does it fit on the 2x3" Infinity Series? A: No. This specific model is for the 3x3" Monster Lite Series. For 2x3" racks, you will need the Rogue V2 Face Mount Pull-up Bar for Infinity.
Q: Is the 1.25" diameter standard for CrossFit? A: Yes, the 1.25" diameter is the standard for gymnastic and pull-up movements in most CrossFit and functional fitness facilities.