Rogue Knee Sleeves vs Bay Gear Co.: An Honest Comparison

Quick answer: Rogue's 7MM Knee Sleeves are $70 a pair. They're made in the USA, come in five colors, and are listed as IPF and IWF legal for raw and open competition, with 268 reviews averaging 4.6. Bay Gear Co. 7mm Knee Sleeves are $59.99 a pair, $10.01 less, from a veteran-owned brand. One pair ships free (our minimum is $49), and a free 50 ml liquid chalk deal comes at the same price. Returns come with a prepaid label. Pick Rogue if you compete, want U.S.-made sleeves, or want a color or an XS. Pick Bay Gear Co. if you want 7mm sleeves for less with free shipping on a single pair and an easy return.

Searching "Rogue knee sleeves"? Rogue Fitness is one of the best-known names in strength equipment, and its 7mm sleeves are a common sight in garage gyms. We're Bay Gear Co., a veteran-owned brand that also makes 7mm knee sleeves, so we get asked how ours compare.

This post compares the two using only what each brand lists on its own website. We'll also point out where Rogue is the better choice.

Bay Gear Co. isn't affiliated with Rogue Fitness. "Rogue" is used here only to identify their products. All Rogue details come from roguefitness.com, checked October 11, 2026.

Rogue vs Bay Gear Co. Knee Sleeves at a Glance

Prices checked Oct 11, 2026; may change.

Sources: Rogue's 7MM Knee Sleeve - Pair page, knee sleeves category, shipping promotions and return policy. For Bay Gear Co., our 7mm knee sleeves page and size chart, the Knee Sleeves Deal (Free Liquid Chalk), and our shipping and refund policies. We left warranty out of the table because Rogue's warranty page doesn't name knee sleeves specifically.

Where Rogue Is the Better Pick

• You compete. Rogue lists its 7mm sleeves as IPF and IWF legal for raw and open competition. We don't list federation approval for ours. If you're buying sleeves for a meet, Rogue is the clearer choice. Always check your federation's current approved list before meet day.
• You want U.S.-made gear. Rogue's 7mm sleeves are made in the USA. We don't list a country of manufacture for our sleeves.
• You want a color, a thinner sleeve, or a custom pair. Rogue offers five 7mm colors, 3mm and 5mm pairs, and custom sleeves. We make one all-black 7mm sleeve.
• You need an XS. Rogue starts at XS. Our smallest size is Small.
• You want more reviews to go on. Rogue's Black 7mm page shows 268 reviews averaging 4.6. Ours average 4.45 across 22 Judge.me reviews.
• You're already ordering other Rogue gear. Add two more "3 Ships Free" items and the whole group ships free in the lower 48.

Where Bay Gear Co. Stands Out

• A lower price. Our 7mm sleeves are $59.99 a pair, $10.01 less than Rogue's $70.
• One pair ships free. Orders of $49 or more ship free, so a single pair qualifies. Orders placed by 3 PM ET ship the same day.
• Free liquid chalk at the same price. Our Knee Sleeves Deal adds a free 50 ml bottle of liquid chalk, still $59.99.
• An easier return. Return unused items within 30 days, and we email you a prepaid label. Rogue's policy has you pay return shipping.
• Bundles built around squat day. The Lock & Load Bundle pairs knee sleeves with a quick-locking belt, wrist wraps and lifting straps for $124.96 (regularly $139.96). The Heavy Hitter Bundle adds our 10mm lever belt instead, for $204.96 (regularly $234.96). Training elbows too? Our Knee Sleeves + Elbow Sleeves Bundle is $99.98.
• Veteran-owned. Brian Young founded Bay Gear Co. in 2017 as an active-duty U.S. Marine, working out of his barracks room at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. We're veteran-owned and operated.

Sizing: Two Different Ways to Measure

This is the part people get wrong when switching brands. Rogue and Bay Gear Co. don't measure in the same spot.

• Rogue measures your upper calf, 10 cm below the kneecap: XS 31–33 cm, S 33–35, M 35–37, L 37–40, XL 40–43. For a tighter, competition-style fit, Rogue suggests going one size smaller than the chart.
• Bay Gear Co. measures tightly around your knee: S 12.6–13.7 in (32–35 cm), M 13.7–14.5 in (35–37 cm), L 14.5–15.7 in (37–40 cm), XL 15.7–16.9 in (40–43 cm). If you land right between two sizes, our chart says to pick the smaller one.

Because the measuring spots differ, take a fresh measurement for each brand instead of assuming your Rogue size carries over. Our knee sleeve sizing guide walks through it step by step.

3mm vs 5mm vs 7mm

Rogue sells all three thicknesses. We make 7mm only.

• 3mm is light and flexible, mostly for warmth. Rogue pitches it for agility and endurance work.
• 5mm is a middle ground. Rogue pitches it for functional training.
• 7mm is the thickest and firmest of the three, with the most compression. Rogue pitches it for Olympic and heavy lifting, and it's the usual pick for heavy squat days.

Our best knee sleeves guide goes deeper on thickness, fit and care.

Which Should You Buy?

• Buy Rogue if you compete, want U.S.-made sleeves, want a color, 3mm, 5mm or custom sleeves, need an XS, or are bundling other "3 Ships Free" gear.
• Buy Bay Gear Co. if you want 7mm sleeves for $59.99 with free shipping on one pair, free liquid chalk, a prepaid return label, and to support a veteran-owned brand.
• Comparing other brands? See Gymreapers vs Bay Gear Co. knee sleeves. We've also compared Gymreapers and Tuffwraps wrist wraps, and SBD lever belts.
• Sleeves or wraps? Read Knee Sleeves vs Knee Wraps for Squats.
• Getting ready for a meet? Our powerlifting meet checklist covers what to pack.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much are Rogue knee sleeves?

When we checked on October 11, 2026, the Rogue 7MM Knee Sleeve was $70 a pair. The 5mm pair was $60 and the 3mm pair was $45. Prices may change.

Are Rogue knee sleeves sold as a pair?

Yes. Rogue's own 7mm, 5mm and 3mm knee sleeves are sold in pairs, and so are Bay Gear Co. knee sleeves.

How do Rogue knee sleeves fit?

Rogue sizes by upper calf circumference, measured 10 cm below the kneecap, from XS (31–33 cm) to XL (40–43 cm). For a tighter fit, they suggest one size smaller than the chart.

Are Rogue knee sleeves IPF approved?

Rogue lists its 7mm knee sleeves as IPF and IWF legal for raw and open competition. Check your federation's current approved list before a meet.

Are Bay Gear Co. knee sleeves competition legal?

We don't list federation approval for our knee sleeves. Some federations, including the IPF, only allow sleeves from approved manufacturers, so check your rulebook before you wear any sleeve at a meet. Ours are built for training.

Where are Rogue knee sleeves made?

Rogue lists its 7mm knee sleeves as made in the USA.

Which is cheaper, Rogue or Bay Gear Co. knee sleeves?

Bay Gear Co. 7mm sleeves are $59.99 a pair and ship free on their own. Rogue's 7mm pair is $70, and ships free as part of its "3 Ships Free" program when you buy three or more qualifying items.

Veteran-Owned and Built for Squat Day

Brian Young started Bay Gear Co. in 2017 as an active-duty Marine at Camp Lejeune. We're still veteran-owned and operated, now based in Sebastian, Florida, and we pack and ship every order ourselves.

Find Your Fit

• Knee sleeves: Shop 7mm knee sleeves, $59.99
• Sleeves + free chalk: Knee Sleeves Deal, $59.99
• Full kits: Lock & Load and Heavy Hitter bundles
• More deals: Shop deals

Free shipping on orders $49+, orders placed by 3 PM ET ship the same day, and unused items can be returned within 30 days.