REP Fitness Alpine Weightlifting Bar, 20 Kg
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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Weightlifting barbell made within IWF specifications
- 28 mm shaft diameter
- Hybrid needle bearings
- Medium volcano knurling with a passive center knurl
- Hard chrome, black chrome, or stainless steel finish
- Tensile strength of 190K PSI
Pros & Cons
What We Like...
- IWF specifications
- Hybrid needle bearings
- Medium knurling with a passive center knurl
- High tensile strength
- Affordable Olympic weightlifting bar
What Needs Improvement...
- Not an ideal barbell for powerlifting
- Thinner shaft than most multipurpose bars
Specs
| Tensile Strength | 190,000 PSI |
|---|---|
| Knurling Marks | IWF |
| Rating | 4.68 |
| Knurling Type | Medium Volcano |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Warranty | Lifetime Warranty |
| Nickname | REP Alpine Bar |
| Finish | Hard Chrome, Black Chrome, None |
| Spin | Hybrid Needle Bearings |
Summary
Designed specifically for Olympic weightlifting, the 20-kilogram Alpine Weightlifting Bar from REP Fitness is an affordable Olympic barbell that falls in line with IWF specifications. Available in a hard chrome, black chrome, or stainless steel finish, the sleeves use hybrid needle bearings to ensure a fast but controlled spin on the barbell. Because it’s made for the snatch and clean and jerk, this may not be the best choice for a powerlifting or multipurpose barbell.
