REP Fitness Alpine Weightlifting Bar, 15 Kg
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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- 15-kilogram weightlifting barbell made within IWF specifications
- 25 mm shaft diameter
- Hybrid needle bearings
- Medium volcano knurling with no center knurl
- Hard chrome finish
- Tensile strength of 200K PSI
Pros & Cons
What We Like...
- IWF specifications
- Hybrid needle bearings
- Medium knurling
- High tensile strength
- Affordable Olympic weightlifting bar
What Needs Improvement...
- Not an ideal barbell for powerlifting
- Thinner shaft than most multipurpose bars
Specs
| Bar Length | 79.1" |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 200\,000 PSI |
| Sleeve Rotation | Hybrid needle bearings |
| Types of training | kettlebells\, functional strength\, bodyweight strength\, bodybuilding\, HIIT\, etc. |
| Shaft Diameter | 25 mm |
Summary
Rep Fitness’s 15-kilogram Alpine Weightlifting Bar is an affordable Olympic barbell that falls in line with IWF specifications for Olympic weightlifting. Available in a hard chrome, the sleeves use hybrid needle bearings to ensure a controlled, fast spin.
