REP Deep Knurl Power Bar EX
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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Stainless steel shaft and sleeves
- Aggressive, deep knurl
- Center knurl and IPF markings
- 29-mm shaft
- Lifetime warranty
- 200 PSI tensile strength
Video Review
In-Depth Review
Rep Deep Knurl Power Bar EX Review: The Fully Stainless Barbell
Author: Cooper Mitchell, GGR Founder The Rep Deep Knurl Power Bar EX is the best barbell Rep Fitness has released to date. It's fully stainless, from end cap to end cap, has an incredible knurl similar to more expensive bars, and hits the details in every area. If you want a top-shelf barbell at a pretty fair price, then we don't hesitate in recommending the Power Bar EX. Read the full review.
Pros & Cons
What We Like...
- Similar to Rogue Ohio Power Bar
- Shaft and sleeve are made of stainless steel
- Corrosion resistance
- Standard 29MM shaft
- 200K tensile strength will withstand any weight
- Doesn’t spin too much or not enough, but just right
- Aggressive knurling
- Limited lifetime warranty
- Center knurl and powerlifting knurl marks
What Needs Improvement...
- $450 is expensive
- Smooth sleeves (we prefer ribbed sleeves)
Specs
| Guarantee/Warranty | Lifetime Warranty |
|---|---|
| Bar Weight | 20KG |
| Center Knurl | Yes |
| Bar Type | Men's Bars |
| Tensile Strength | 200\,000 PSI |
| Knurl | Agressive |
| Bar Use | Powerlifting |
| Knurl Marks | Powerlifting |
| Made In USA | No |
| Bushing/Bearing | Bushing |
| Sleeve Coating | Stainless Steel |
| Shaft Coating | Stainless Steel |
Summary
REP Fitness has developed a close competitor to the Rogue Ohio Power Bar with its REP Deep Knurl Power Bar EX.
