Rogue Thompson Fatbells

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4.9
158 Reviews

Rogue Thompson Fatbells

★★★★★
★★★★★
4.9
158 Reviews
Thompson Fatbell - 9LB
CA$34.00
Thompson Fatbell - 13LB
CA$47.00
Thompson Fatbell - 18LB
CA$60.00
Thompson Fatbell - 26LB
CA$80.00
Thompson Fatbell - 35LB
CA$100.00
Thompson Fatbell - 44LB
CA$127.00
Thompson Fatbell - 53LB
CA$147.00
Thompson Fatbell - 62LB
CA$160.00
Thompson Fatbell - 70LB
CA$180.00
Thompson Fatbell - 80LB
CA$200.00
Thompson Fatbell - 88LB
CA$227.00
Thompson Fatbell - 97LB
CA$240.00
Thompson Fatbell - 106LB
CA$260.00
Thompson Fatbell - 124LB
CA$287.00
Thompson Fatbell - 150LB
CA$327.00

Gear Specs

BrandRogue Fitness
Made In USANo
Product WeightVaries
Other Product SpecsColor-coded stripe for quick recognition
Product Description

The Rogue Thompson Fatbell was co-developed with powerlifting legend Donnie Thompson as a revolutionary new take on the traditional kettlebell. With this design, we’ve made the simple but significant change of re-positioning the handle inside of the bell—set dead center and straight across like a dumbbell handle within an open-ended, cast-iron sphere. The result, as Donnie explains it himself, is a “perfect geometric shape for maximizing optimal performance,” as your hand and the bell essentially act as one. The center mass design allows athletes to improve the efficiency and balance of every swing/press while also reducing common kettlebell safety risks.

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Rogue Thompson Fatbells

The Rogue Thompson Fatbell was co-developed with powerlifting legend Donnie Thompson as a revolutionary new take on the traditional kettlebell. With this design, we’ve made the simple but significant change of re-positioning the handle inside of the bell—set dead center and straight across like a dumbbell handle within an open-ended, cast-iron sphere. The result, as Donnie explains it himself, is a “perfect geometric shape for maximizing optimal performance,” as your hand and the bell essentially act as one. The center mass design allows athletes to improve the efficiency and balance of every swing/press while also reducing common kettlebell safety risks.

With your hand inside the sphere, “every single infinitesimal point on the surface of that sphere is equal distance to the center of your hand.” This dynamic reduces the shearing force on joints and adds more load distribution on muscle and connective tissue.

Rogue Thompson Fatbells are available in many different weight increments and include Rogue’s signature black powder coat finish. The 9LB, 13LB, and 18LB Fatbell feature an additional, second opening on the underside of the sphere for athletes with smaller hands.

Note: *Due to the casting process, cast products may have minor variances in the finish.

Gear Specs

Additional Specifications:

  • Based on an original design by Donnie Thompson
  • Interior Handle and Center Mass reduce shearing force, add more load distribution on muscle & connective tissue
  • Solid Cast Iron construction
  • 9LB - 18LB Bells: 32MM diameter Ergo Handle
  • 26LB - 88LB Bells: 37MM diameter Ergo Handle
  • 97+LB Bells: 40MM diameter Ergo Handle
  • Flat machined base (open-ended on 18LB bell)
  • Black Powder Coat Finish
  • Rogue and Thompson branding
  • Features Color-coded stripe for quick recognition
  • Applications: Presses, Swings, Lunges, Snatches, Cleans, Rows, and more

Bell Weight / Diameter

  • 9LB - 161MM
  • 13LB - 172MM
  • 18LB - 185MM
  • 26LB - 194MM
  • 35LB - 204MM
  • 44LB - 214MM
  • 53LB - 221MM
  • 62LB - 230MM
  • 70LB - 236MM
  • 80LB - 244MM
  • 88LB - 244MM
  • 97LB - 256MM
  • 106LB - 262MM
  • 124LB - 273MM
  • 150LB - 286MM
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Original drawings from 2006 by Donnie Thompson.

A Donnie Thompson Innovation
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A Donnie Thompson Innovation

For Donnie Thompson, decades of experience as both a champion powerlifter and world renowned trainer went into conceptualizing this new breed of kettlebell. Since his first sketch of a spheroid bell with an internal handle back in 2006, the blueprint was refined and perfected into its current dynamic form. If it meets Donnie’s standards, it’s up to just about anybody’s.

A “Perfect Geometric Shape”
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A “Perfect Geometric Shape”

The center mass design of the Fatbell allows athletes to improve the efficiency and balance of every swing/press while also reducing common kettlebell safety risks. As Donnie Thompson puts it, this is the “perfect geometric shape for maximizing optimal performance,” as your hand and the bell essentially act as one. “Every single infinitesimal point on the surface of that sphere is equal distance to the center of your hand.” This dynamic reduces the shearing force on joints and adds more load distribution on muscle and connective tissue.

Quality Construction
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Quality Construction

Thompson Fatbells feature a solid, cast-iron construction with a black powdercoat finish and a grip-friendly ergo handle. The exterior design includes both Rogue and Thompson branding, as well as a color-coded stripe around the opening for quick recognition. All bells 26LB and up have a flat machined base, while the 9LB, 13LB, and 18LB bells are opened-ended on both the top and bottom, providing an alternative option for athletes with smaller hands.

Wide Range of Sizes
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Wide Range of Sizes

Whether you want to order a couple sets of Fatbells for your home gym or equip a larger facility with a full arsenal, there is no shortage of options [see the size chart below or within the order menu]. Bear in mind that along with the diameter of the bell itself, the diameter of the internal Ergo Handle also changes depending on the weight of the Fatbell:
9LB - 18LB Bells = 32MM diameter handle
26LB - 88LB Bells = 37MM diameter handle
97+LB Bells = 40MM diameter handle

Variety of Applications
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Variety of Applications

As a hybrid of sorts between a traditional kettlebell and dumbbell, there are countless ways to utilize Thompson Fatbells and incorporate them into your routine; from presses, swings, and lunges to snatches, cleans, rows, and more.

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Reviews

1 - 8 of 158 Reviews
John Sharkbait
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★★★★★
1 week ago
Awesome product
Love the Thompson fat bell! Excellent quality and I am very impressed with the way Rogue packaged my order!
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
REAJ
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★★★★★
3 weeks ago
Old school to New
Coming ftom old school dumbells and straight bars these fatbells shocked me. With dumbells I enjoy my arm, chest and leg workouts but have to concentrate on balancing the dumbells. But with the fatbells the balance was perfect I got a pump much quicker. I felt safe on every rep and exercising is fun again.
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
Sirbunson1
PA
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★★★★★
February 14
Fatbells are awesome
I am really enjoying using the fatbells they are easy to use. I can't wait for heavier weight to become available
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
Gilbert the destroyer
WA
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★★★★★
January 17
I have balls of steel
Nice. The finish is differ t than the one I got before but still nice.
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
KAboomSKA
IL
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★★★★★
Aug 2023
TOP NOTCH EQUIPMENT!
If I were you I would get yours now! Put a few sets in the cart and buy them up! do it already! They are freaking amazing. they work great, are durable, and look awesome in my garage. I've been using my fat bells for 2 years. So much better than dumbbells! Build strength and conditioning in style.
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
Mackmane
Charlotte
★★★★★
★★★★★
Aug 2023
Love these bad boys
Iv been using fat bells since before they even hit the market!! Don is a legand.. the numbers don’t lie first to 3000k a innovator and a great human rarely do you get all 3..keep changing the game Don!!
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
Saraland_strength
Saraland, AL
★★★★★
★★★★★
Aug 2023
Best Product In Strength
I’m a high school strength and conditioning coach and when we built our new performance center we purchased 10 sets of FatBells. These are easily the most used and versatile product that I have seen in over 20 years of coaching. They eliminate the need for both DB’s as well as KB’s because you can do every movement with them so it saves space and more importantly money.
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
Martin1980
Berkeley California
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★★★★★
Aug 2023
Absolutely Superior
I have had a set of FATBELLS for over 4 years and they are consistently the main part of my workouts, I have since discarded all my dumbbells. One additional thing that has not been mentioned is that for any single hand movement if you need to use your other hand for help it is exactly centered on the fatbell, like you are palming a basketball, unlike a dumbbell or kettle bell where it is awkward when you use a second hand to recover or help lift. Both my girlfriend and I love these for their solid feel: they are one thick solid cast iron piece! If you are considering dumbbells, these are far superior and worth the extra money; you will look back and be glad you got these. Fatbells vs. Kettle Bells: Every single handed movement with a kettle bell is better with a fatbell. Double handed swings, alternating swings or any fancy stuff you will need a kettle bell for, I have kept a couple Rogue competition kettle bells around for that. There are endless ways you can use FATBELLS and it is worth modifying exercises to incorporate them. It’s like once you pick one up you get amped and want to just get to it. Also check out my Tower of Power I built for them below in the pictures! Super small footprint for the garage gym that holds sets of the 9lbs through the 53lbs.
Yes, I recommend this product
Originally posted on roguefitness.com
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