CAP Barbell7-Foot Olympic Barbell Pro Series | Olympic & Power Bar Options

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)I have been using the Olympic 7-Foot Barbell for the past three months, and I am incredibly pleased with its performance and quality. This barbell has become an integral part of my fitness routine, and here's why I believe it deserves a glowing review:Knurling: The knurling on this barbell is outstanding. It strikes the perfect balance between providing a secure grip without being overly aggressive. Whether I'm performing heavy deadlifts or precision snatches, the knurling ensures I have a confident hold on the bar throughout my lifts. It has truly enhanced my lifting experience and prevented any slips or discomfort during intense workouts.Weight: The weight of this Olympic barbell is spot on. At 7 feet long and standard weight, it feels substantial and substantial in my hands. The 20 kg (44 lbs) barbell provides the right amount of resistance for my strength training, and I appreciate the consistent weight distribution along the entire length of the bar.Build Quality: The build quality of this Olympic barbell is exceptional. It feels robust, durable, and capable of handling heavy loads without any sign of bending or warping. The sleeves spin smoothly, allowing for fluid movements during exercises like cleans and snatches. I have complete confidence in its durability, making it a reliable piece of equipment for my long-term fitness goals.Price: Considering the top-notch quality and performance of this Olympic barbell, the price is incredibly reasonable. While it may seem like a significant investment initially, the barbell's construction and long-lasting nature make it a valuable addition to any home or commercial gym. I believe it offers excellent value for the price paid.Versatility: This Olympic barbell's versatility is worth mentioning as well. It accommodates various weight plates, making it suitable for a wide range of exercises. Whether I'm doing squats, bench presses, deadlifts, or Olympic lifts, this barbell proves to be a reliable and versatile companion.Maintenance: After three months of regular use, the barbell's appearance and functionality have remained intact. Proper maintenance, such as wiping it down after use and storing it appropriately, has helped preserve its appearance and performance.In conclusion, the Olympic 7-Foot Barbell has exceeded my expectations in every aspect. The exceptional knurling, appropriate weight, impressive build quality, and reasonable price make it a top-tier product in the world of barbells. It has undoubtedly enhanced my strength training experience and allowed me to progress in my fitness journey. I highly recommend this barbell to fitness enthusiasts and athletes of all levels who are seeking a reliable and high-performance Olympic barbell for their workouts.

To start my home gym I bought a cheaper Barbell from Temu and it wasn’t bad. It got the job done. But this bar feels 10x better and is at a great price point. The grip isn’t to strong to the point it hurts your hands but it’s gives you a great grip of the bar . The black color with silver handles look amazing as well. Great bar overall

It was packaged well. Seems these get dinged up depending on how they're shipped. This company put big blocks of foam over the ends to protect them. Bar came looking perfect. Solid bar too, bearings feel smooth, knurling is good but not too aggressive. Would recommend.

This bar might not be considered a high level bar as some of the others out there that costs twice as much if not more but after using this bar for a month I don't doubt the quality of this bar one bit. At nearly $160 shipped (which I don't consider cheap) I think this bar is very comparable to higher priced bars out there and a much better value for the price. So what else do I have to say about this bar...PROS:- I love the black finish. It's a bar, but it just looks so nice. Yes, over time it will start to scratch up but who cares, if you're trying to get bigger, stronger or whatever you shouldn't be worried about that.- Some reviewers have complained about the knurling being too aggressive but after using it for month I feel it's just right. On other bars I've used when I do lifts such as deads as I start to fatigue I tend to start losing grip and would have to readjust my hands the last few reps. However, with this bar I haven't had that issue. I also like the fact that the bar itself doesn't have a smooth finish so even there's very good grip on the non-knurled sections as well.- It's rated for 1,500lbs. I will never be able to push that kind of weight and I don't know how accurate that rating is but I don't doubt this bar can handle very heavy weight and can take abuse. Not only does the bar look nice but it's built tough as well.- The ends are capped. Anyone who has ever used bars where it's an allen type bolt with the ends exposed knows the issues those can have.- Price and value. Again, for the price this bar is well worth the money. It'll be nearly impossible to find another bar as tough and rugged as this one without paying nearly twice as much if not more.CONS:- It won't look as nice over time. If you use it and a lot, wear and tear will be more noticeable than your typical silver, chrome finish bar.- Some may not like the threaded sleeves. I myself prefer the sleeves to be smooth but that wasn't a big deal to me.OVERALL THOUGHTS:This is the best bar for the money. There really are no cons as the ones I listed and what I've read in other reviews are more so personal preference. In terms of the value and quality of this bar you can't go wrong.

This bar is decent, and gets the job done. I have two issues with that cost the 5th star. The knurling is really aggressive, which would be fine, but it's also super sharp, which is hard on my hands. The other problem: the sleeves are grooved, and they tend to grab the plates, making it hard to load, especially on deadlifts.For the money, it's a perfectly serviceable bar, but the quality of life with it is mediocre.