REP Deep Knurl Power Bar EX Review: The Ultimate STAINLESS STEEL Barbell
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- Опубліковано 16 жов 2019
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The Rep Deep Knurl Power Bar EX is the latest barbell from Rep Fitness. Rep has been known for creating (for the most part) budget-friendly gym equipment for the home gym owner. However, as of late, they’ve started to offer higher-end equipment and in all honesty, the best-quality imported equipment we’ve ever reviewed.
The Rep Power Bar EX has all of the features of a top-shelf barbell focused towards powerlifters which we’ll detail further later in the review, however, it’s most unique characteristic is it’s end-cap to end-cap stainless steel finish. You can keep reading to figure out why this matters, but this is one of the only fully stainless barbells on the market and without a doubt the only fully stainless steel barbell under $500 (likely under $1,000.) At $379 not including shipping, it’s quite impressive that a bar as good as this can be so low, however, this must be countered with the understanding that this bar is not made in the USA. Does that reflect on the quality? Not in our opinion.
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At $379, would you still go with the slightly more expensive ($395) Rogue Ohio Power Bar SS? Tough decision...
Ohio all the way
@@paulcupach9930 How come?
@@GarageGymReviews At end of the day I just prefer the Ohio bar to do pressing movements. I use my Rogue 2.0 for the rest of the movements.
Also use the 28 mm Training Bar as well.
Ohio Power Bar. At the end of the day it's still an import bar at a US made price. Plus I like the grip on the OHP. It's my go to bar. I do like my Ohio Bar for deadlifting. A little bit of flex is a nice thing. But its not as extreme as a deadlifting bar. And if you watch the Boneyard you can get a deal.
Always happy to impress you Coop! This is a great barbell - but why did we make it? Our fully stainless steel power bar matches well with our AB-5200 or FB-5000 benches and PR-5000 v2 or PR-4000 power racks. As a complete package, the innovation, customer service, and value is unbeatable by several hundred dollars when comparing us to competitors. We always have the the garage gym guy in mind when rolling out our gear.
Hi Rep Fitness, when do you plan on shipping to europe? I'm interested in your stuff, but unable to get it :(
You guys are doing great!
@@matthiasdesmet9904 This is something that we have in the works! Unfortunately, we do not have an ETA for at the moment. You do have the option of enlisting the help of a freight forwarder that we can ship to within the US and then have them ship to you from there. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to email us: info@repfitness.com
I would have to say that this is unfair for REP to say this is only a $20.00 difference. If the Ohio power bar had the sleeves as stainless as well then the price Difference would be much more than $20.00. I would choose the REP if they sold in Canada but they don't so my choice is limited to the Ohio Power bar. Not a bad thing but I wish more competition on these products came up my way
@@REPfitness still waiting..
I don't think MSRP tells the whole story. After shipping/taxes, the Rep bar is about $15 more expensive for me. That being said, for the quality of the knurl and the stainless sleeves, it's def worth the price difference. In the end if someone were buying other equipment as well (racks/weights/etc), I'd prob suggest going with whatever brand they were already purchasing from to cut down on overall costs. However if you're talking bar to bar, it's really a toss up, which to me is a HUGE win for Rep! I think I just spoiled my own video that I have to make on this one lol.
Yeah, it's definitely cheaper shipping to me in the midwest than you on the east coast. Regardless, I was very surprised how good the bar is. I love having all of these great options today.
Thanks Brandon! The bar we wanted to offer was a fully stainless steel power bar. We could have gone cheap on the sleeves with chrome or zinc... but we felt like it would devalue the barbell (even though it would reduce the cost) for someone who truly wants a stainless steel power bar.
It's a shame Rep Fitness customer service is not up to parr with the price point they are at. They are nice to youtubers for sure, but not great when dealing with regular customers.
Thanks for being honest, Coop. It brings credibility to your reviews. I feel your pain, though, I do.
I'm 100% ready for your detailed comparison between these power bars you mentioned... I'm between the Rogue OPB stainless and Rep bar... Love the stainless sleeves!
I haven't been interested in rep fitness previously but this looks like a great barbell!
To bring back manufacturing the USA would bring prices up! I feel we need the competition
The problem is that it's not honest competition, the Chinese manipulate their currency and intentionally dump prices to damage US manufacturers. If you want US workers, our fellow citizens, to have a decent standard of living, it's going to cost more than the Chinese stuff that subsidizes some other guys standard of living. Nothing against someone trying to support their family, but Beijing is looking out for #1 at all times, they don't just want to beat us on a level playing field, they want to bring the US to its knees and they're pulling every trick in the book to do it. We shouldn't be doing business with them, they consider us enemies. I'm trying to avoid Amazon now and will be buying US-made gym equipment whenever possible.
Thanks Coop!
Yeah brother!
If there is a $20 difference... I'd stick with Rogue. The intangibles you get with a company like Rogue (like customer service, warranting, resale, domestic jobs, US steel, etc) is worth more than $20 to me in the long run. No question.
I picked up my zinc coated power bar on Rogue's Black Friday Sale and love it. Thanks to your recommendation!
Yeah, totally get that. Rogue consistently does well.
so im waiting a couple weeks to order my Cerakote power bar, got it! Thanks for mentioning Black Friday, or I'd have ordered the yoke and barbell today
The Rogue stainless bar with chrome sleeves is 20 dollars more than the Rep EX bar but the Rogue 'full stainless' (shaft and sleeves) Ohio Power Bar is $100 more
@@josipbroz3866 this.. people dont realise this is FULL stainless steel not only shaft
Hey, really enjoyed the video and excited to try this bar in person someday. That said, you mentioned that the barbells featured were the upper echelon, and while I agree, I do think that the top power bar offerings from Vulcan and American Barbell should be included in the comparison as well (if you have them available).
I do and will include them. There's a couple others I'll include as well.
For the first time, I’m upgrading from dumbbells to a power rack and barbell. I love Rep and will be buying many (most) products from them.... Equalizer plates, PR1100, maybe some accessories...
However, I’m sticking with the OPB because their ECoat is the same price as zinc, and Rep just doesn’t have a coating to compete.
I do like the width of the spacer on the collar. That is why I like my Texas power bars.
I have Rep KB's and a few other things, along with some Rogue barbells, and rack. Love that Rep is committing to higher quality equipment. If prices are close I'll buy American every time, but I'd be very interested to see what Rogue would price a OPB with stainless sleeves.
This bar is now $480 shipped to me in Arizona. Seems they increased their pricing .I also heard there is some inconsistencies with Rep's stainless steel. Some people that have this bar already have rust on the bar in less than a year.
Yep. Chinese steel is essentially unregulated so you don't know the composition of what you're getting. Why anyone would pay what they are asking today is beyond me. Just get a Rogue SS OPB.
When is the full video you mentioned coming, Coop?
Have I missed it?
How bout a review on Rogue's stainless/stainless option?
Could you do a close up on all the knurl for comparison? I’m really curious about the elieko and why it’s worth so much!
Yep, good idea!
Hey Coop, I see you are wearing a Starting Strength shirt... have you ever used one of their Racks? I saw them on Texas Strength Systems and debating it between a Rogue rack. Just looking for your thoughts on the Rack. Thanks
What is your preferred barbell for bench press alone.
Coop any thoughts on Reps regular Stainless Steel power bar’s knurling?
Do you think stainless steel is worth the cost if your keeping the barbell on dry places? Will maintainance on bare steel or zinc prevent rusting?
Thank you for your content. 1st time home gym builder here in 2023 and I’m learning a lot. I want to invest in a long term 29mm barbell with a budget under $500. I like a grippy knurl that you can really feel, but I don’t want to rip up my hands with 350lb rackpulls. Can you share any insight you might have in comparing the below 4? I haven’t held any and the Synergee looks like a bargain.
Rep Fitness Deep Knurl Power EX in full stainless end to end. Goes for $450 or if on sale $320. Mountain knurl with tight TPI
Iron skull power bar full cerakote end to end, volcano knurl $325
Rogue Aggro 2x $510 volcano knurl, stainless shaft, Matt black sleeves $510
Synergee Rhino volcano knurl. Cerakote shaft, phosphorous sleeves $228
AMERICAN BARBELL makes great stuff. Made in USA. Nice Knurling.
They do, I love their bars.
Their bars are every bit as good as Rogue, often better. Unlike Rogue, they are lousy marketers.
Where’d You Get Those Klokov Bumper Plates , They Look Amazing
I got them a few years ago. Unfortunately, they're out of business.
How does the Grizzly compare to this bar ? Would you spend an extra 150 for the EX or go with the AB Grizzly for doing squats in the garage ?
honestly why am I watching this? As long as it loads plates I can press my legs to heaven... doesnt matter how rusty it looks, just give me a fckin barbell
I can get the AB Grizzly shipped for 258 and the EX is a little over 400. Currently using a Titan Atlas bar and need a second barbell. What do you think about the Atlas bar ? I’m assuming that either of those two would be an improvement ?
please review the OBXS-20KG-29MM 29mm Stainless Power Lifting Bar (USA)
OBXS-20KG-29MM
The IVANKO 29mm Stainless Steel Powerlifting Bar. also if you can, thanks!!! and in the pictures of the sleeves please label which one is which I can't tell from the up top shot. And maybe discuss the contour of the sleeves, smooth vs. ribbed etc.
What do you think about watsons stainless steel barbells
Are you going to do a review of the Rogue Squat Bar?
I'd like to. I've been thinking about picking it up.
Hey Coop, love the channel. Can you review the new Yukon Bar from Titan Fitness. I’m considering purchasing it as a cheaper option than the Kabuki Strength Duffalo Bar or the Bells of Steel Buffalo Bar and I’m wondering how it stacks up. Thanks and keep up the great work.
Yep, the Yukon Bar video is already recorded, just waiting to be edited.
Do you guys ever polish or wax your bars? I’m looking for my fist bar n I’m just thinking if a nice carnuba wax will help a bar last longer
What about compared to the Vulcan Absolute? Thanks!
Will include that in the future.
I'd like to get your opinion on the fource usa power bar's.
What’s the intro and bumper song you use? I love it
Thanks brother, I'm actually not sure. My videographer picked it. I'll ask.
Coop, Vulcan absolute stainless or this one if money dont matter?
Out of stock as of Friday, 5/29 on rep fitness' website.
Do you still plan to do the in depth comparison between the "creme de la creme" Power Bars? And if: Is there a chance to include the Eleiko Performance Powerlifting Bar, because it is the coated version with a "Training" nurl wich should be more appropriate for a Garage Gym.
please review Xenios USA Rifle barbell with firearm grip instead of knurling on it !
I’ll be redoing my garage gym when I move here in the new year. I was planning on going with new rep rack and new bench with rep as well so I’ll probably get this bar too as I wanna do a one stop shop.
Nice!!
Awesome to hear! Getting it all at once will save you a bunch!
is that a squat rack on 2:55 ? or a training station? and what compay is it?
Hey coop
Could you please make a review video of challenge barbell and plates
Challenge Barbell, this is my first time hearing about them. I'll take a look.
@@GarageGymReviews thanks for the reply Coop
Is the Eleiko competition bar better than Kabuki overall? If so is it worth the extra cost?
It would be great if you do a showdown between the two either in video or article?
Great idea, will work on it.
Is Rouge going to make an all stainless OPB bar soon?!?! That would change my decision.
www.roguefitness.com/rogue-45lb-ohio-powerlift-bar-stainless
Hey Coop, I have a Wright Equipment 20kg next gen bearing bar, have you had a chance to look at those bars?
I have, they're generally pretty good, although I'd suggest other sbefore them.
The thumb nail is Super Sayian Coop!!!
New drinking game. Drink every time Coop says “shaft”
Hahaha this could get ugly.
What are we drinking? I'm down to try.
Can we be honest... these companies need to step up their end-cap game if they want us to buy their expensive bars.
Amen
316 or 304 stainless?
How about the tensile strength?
I was wondering about this too. And I'd like to see it tested because I've heard inconsistencies with the tensile strength on imported steel.
Thinking stainless steel is the way to go for my humid Florida garage gym. Anyone have one and agree?
What type of stainless steel is it made from? Cheaper stainless will still rust.
But is the Rep fitness bar IPF approved?
No, it is not.
Why doesn’t anyone comment on the grooved vs smooth sleeves. Loading plates is also important in the decision. Grooved acts like a metal file to comp/training plates. Unless you’re using hubs like echo bumpers it should be discussed.
How aggressive is the knurling compared to say, a Texas deadlift bar?
I have this bar and the Texas deadlift bar. The knurling on the Rep bar is so good I stopped using straps when deadlifting 3 years ago when I bought it. I have never needed them since. A year ago I bought the Texas deadlift bar and wow it’s even more aggressive than the Rep bar.
Why doesn't Rogue have stainless sleeves? I never understood that.
Cost. Very expensive.
I work in plating.. even chrome and nickel will wear away after time. Humidity is rampant in Oklahoma where I'm from and even worse if your dryer is in the same room as your workout equioment. As much as I'd like to buy USA; I cannot for the sole issue of having chrome sleeves. Just doesn't make sense to make a stainless bar with plated sleeves. Going to have to go Rep for corrosion resistance. Come on rogue... get it together with a full stainless already.
I appreciate your expertise and insight, one reason I love the interactions we get. I agree, I'd love to see Rogue come out with a full stainless bar.
@@GarageGymReviews we really appreciate that you can do all these awesome reviews for us. Dont get me wrong, I would still absolutely have a kabuki power bar, because it's just bling! Nickel is SUPER HARD and even though eventually it will wear away, by the time it does, one will have owned this bar a very, very considerable amount of time. Nickel can only be stripped off steel with nitric acid so it will take sweat a very time before it will take that coating off. I don't want to be bias against plated barbells because metal finishing is a beautiful and wonderful thing. One must realize though, that it won't last forever. Thanks Coop!
Exactly why we went FULLY stainless steel. No corners cut.
Does anyone know what the cable machine with the green attachments is?
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Sorry for dumb question but what is a power bar? Is it only used for deadlift and squats? Not ideal for benching?
It’s the best all around bar to use for everything. Especially bench
Love your reviews, but you should understand that tensile strength does not affect stiffness. For bars like these, it’s modulus of elasticity and diameter that matter for bar stiffness. The modulus for all these steel bar are effectively the same so it’s all about diameter for stiffness. The tensile strength tells you how much stress the material can take before being permanently deformed. That’s obviously important for heavy lifters, but it doesn’t affect whip.
Man, this is making me consider my Rogue build. I might just go with a complete REP Fitness build just because of the bar. Just wish that the knurling was more aggressive.
It feels as aggressive as I'd want.
@@GarageGymReviews I'll take your word for it.
Check out our new PR-5000 v2 or PR-4000 if you're looking for a full top end build.
I need a SS bar. Mine is becoming a bit rusty after a year in the garage.
Yep, they're great.
Yeah, but you can just clean the rust off and it's as good as new. That's why I am just thinking about buying a bare steel. It's a lot cheaper and I might have to clean it once or twice a year.
Nice thumbnail. Looking RIIIPPPPED!
Thank you, been on a different training and nutrition program.
Coop, as of 5-25-2022 that bar is $449+S&H. So yeah it should be made in the USA.
Coop, with shipping to my house the Rep bar is about $10 more expensive than Rogue...which do you prefer? Only based on the bars...not USA vs imported, that is another conversation...
It's hard to say. Both have a lifetime warranty, but who's going to be around to service that lifetime warranty? I'd say Rogue is more likely. Hopefully both do. However, I really like the stainless sleeves. If I had to pick one, I'd go with Rep right now. However, I'm going to wait a bit so the shininess of the new object wears off and I can provide a true recommendation.
Fully stainless! As for who will be around longer... We have been around for 7+ years and only continuing to push the envelope across our entire line.
Go Rogue every time. No hesitation. Don't get caught up in the hoopla of a chrome vs ss sleeve.
@@GarageGymReviews As usual, thanks for your input! I look forward to hearing your updated thoughts. Have a good day.
@@REPfitness Thanks for the note and multiple solid companies are great for us consumers...I own a mix of equipment from you and other manufacturers.
Hey guys
Anyone care to follow up on the sleeves conditions after some use. Seen some video on this bar and looks like plates really dig in and leave some serious marking.
I’ve had this bar for a few years and it looks like new.
Any advice on a power bar that's not as aggressive. My GF doesn't like super aggressive so we are meeting in the middle. We lift together and I'm trying to be economical. I can only afford 1 bar
If you can live with no center nurling I like my Rogue Ohio Bar. I use it for deadlifting. But my Ohio Power Bar is my go to bar. Or look at the B&R bars. Center nurling and less aggressive than something like the Ohio Power Bar. Grippy but not over the top like the Ohio Power Bar or the Westside Power Bar. Watch their Boneyard. Their 28.5 mm bars are what you want to watch for. 29 mm would be their power bars. 28 mm would be their Oly bars. Might be able to score a 25mm Bella bar for the lady friend and a power bar for you. Depending on what your budget is. My 20 kg Ohio Power Bar was a Boneyard buy for $250. Black zinc/bright zinc. Saving for a training bar since I can't afford a high end Oly bar with bearings. An Elite FTS SS Yoke is also on the list. As well as an Elite FTS multigrip bar.
Yep, American Barbell Mammoth Bar. See here: www.garagegymreviews.com/american-barbell-mammoth-bar-review
Kabuki has A LOT of play on their PB and squat bars.
You're right on side to side play. Less on vertical which is what I was referring to in the video with the Rep Bar as I don't see it often.
Garage Gym Reviews Misunderstood. Yeah my Kabuki bars are tight in vertical play.
To bad it takes so long to update videos. Last one was two weeks. Keep it coming.
We'll be coming out with more, more frequently. My focus has been on the site lately, and now that it's at a sustainable level, we'll be putting renewed effort into UA-cam.
American Barbell stainless steel power bar is superior to Rogue and Kabuki’s power bar in my opinion. Rep Fitness makes amazing racks. Glad they’re upping their bar game. They should make an affordable and nice 32mm bar next.
Love AB's Mammoth Bar. Honestly wish they wouldn't Cerakote it.
@@GarageGymReviews Would be nice to see the AB Elite compared! Can't find any videos on it
I'm no Rogue fanboy, but there is no denying a USA made bar is a better built bar compared to a imported bar made overseas. Just because a bar is "stainless steel" does not mean its a quality built bare. The steel in china is different from US steel. Put both of these barbells in a commercial heavy use gym environment for a year or two, then evaluate them. I'm sure you will have a clear winner.
confusing going forth and back btwn 4 bars in 2 price categories.
It is a $20 difference.... I'd buy the Rogue bar.
Yep, they're very close in price.
For me I always look for a USA made product first no matter what I’m buying , for several reasons economic, ecological, and usually it’s a better product.
I do typically as well. But, this bar is hard to deny.
Fuckin' 'Murca dude!! Nuke the rest.
Wheres the Yukon review?
It'll probably be here next week. Just needs to be edited.
@@GarageGymReviews Titan must have read the guys review stating he would pay more for tge Yukon. They have now raised the price. Yikes.
With no consideration for money, is Eleiko the best? Power bars, and Olympic bars, training bars.
That's hard to say across the board. However, I would say they're definitely one of the best.
I would like to have one that I can leave outside.
The sleeve rotation on the Rep is poor especially compared to the OHP. I like the EX knurl but like the OBP knurl. I have a raw OBP and it needs oil every couple weeks in humid S Florida. I do prefer SS, as all my other bars are SS and easy to care for in the humidity. Still like to hold the raw steel. And dislike coatings, too slick.
But it is IPF approved?
My guess is no.
You are good at this.
You n Brandon ?.....lineball.
For slightly different reasons. ✔
And here I am stuck with my 30 year old rusty eleiko that has some serious miles on it...
LMK if you want to buy a new Kabuki squat bar in bright nickel. Too many bars... but not as many as GGR.
Oooh, how much?
Garage Gym Reviews $600? It’s new in the tube. I can send pics. I would have to ship as I am in Tahoe.
The economy is a global economy now. America is trying to go above the typical manual labor/ factory job. That's not a bad thing though.
The economy isn't global. There are micro and macro economies. They effect each other but to say it's global is an oversimplification. Not buying American has implications on the US job market.
@@derrickg5612 your right not buying American does have implications. Like forcing us to innovate and find new means of commerce
@@kevinperry5816 those aren't mutually exclusive. innovation is a consequence of capitalism, and mass illegal immigration, open borders, is one of those new means of commerce you mention.
I been wondering about these xmark bars I've seen on Amazon. Anyone know if there any good?
Alright, gonna try to order this from Rep. Looks like a good review
i dont understand . why this bar is best stainless bar? i think best stainless bar is vulcan stainless bar. this is more high quality
why did you list hammer strength in the "elite" equipment companies?
their bars, plates, squat racks, benches are all crap. at least the hammer strength equipment i've seen in every single globo gym or DOD gym ive been in.
I paid 185 for a budget titan fitness bar and it's great . Never got spending crazy amounts on fucking metal 😭(unless you're in a business like coop or gym ownership)
a bar is a bar. I get why you made the video... it's what you do. but seeing some of the responses in the comment section saying this coating is better than that one or that you NEED this coating over that one is ridiculous to me. it's a friggin bar, people.
"Of all the pieces in the gym the quality of the bar is the most critical." --Mark Rippetoe
I guess I don’t have to worry about having too sharp/aggressive of a knurl, since I wear weightlifting gloves.
200,000,000+ million adults in this country. Buying American is very important! USA! USA! USA!
Rogue would be easier to resell at a higher price. They have better branding right now. If you put the two bars side by side and charged the same price at a yard sale the Rogue would sell first.
The black zinc finish on Rogue bars is garbage. It doesn't even last a year. If I could do it over, I'd get the Cerakote or even maybe just the bare steel.
That's just black zinc in general. It all wears off and turns green. Not a fan either.
Anything that touches your body should be made by a fellow countryman. ;) If what touches your body weighs hundreds of pounds it should definitely NOT be made elsewhere.
If anyone is going to put pressure on my back, it better be me or a fellow countryman. hehe.
That's pretty funny actually.
If you say your a patriot act like one.
REP Power Bar is the beter bar over Rogue, facts are facts but Rogue lovers wont accept that
Rust is better than chalk.
Damn it Coop! Stop spreading misinformation. Tensile strength does not make a bar stiffer. The leading internet reviewer of gym equipment should know better.
Sorry Rep, you lost me at China.
Agreed. Bringing manufacturing back to the United States is "crazy important" to me.
Coop just go ahead and take that american flag down bro cuz you aint no american.