REP Fitness Colorado Bar, 20 Kg
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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- 20-kg Olympic barbell for mixed use
- Hard chrome or cerakote coating with Duracoat sleeves
- 28.5 mm shaft diameter
- Dual knurl markings for IPF and IWF
- 190 KSI tensile strength
- Composite bushing
Video Review
In-Depth Review
REP Fitness Colorado Bar Review (2024): Does It Stack Up to the Competition?
Author: Caine Wilkes, OLY, CNC, USAW-L1
REP’s newest signature bar is here; in our REP Fitness Colorado Bar review, see how it stacks up to the competition.
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Pros & Cons
What We Like...
- Durable composite bushings reduce noise when dropping
- Medium volcano knurling
- Dual knurl markings for IPF and IWF
- Designed for versatile use
- Free shipping
- Different color options
- 28.5 mm shaft provides great grip
What Needs Improvement...
- No center knurling, which may be important for some
- Shaft diameter not to IWF specs
Specs
| Knurling Type | Medium Volcano |
|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5 |
| Sleeve Mechanics | Composite bushings for reliable spin under load |
| Warranty | Lifetime Warranty |
| Shaft Diameter | 28.5mm |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Knurling | Medium-depth, dual marks, no center knurl |
| Nickname | REP Colorado Bar |
| Weight Rating | Up to 1,500lbs |
| Tensile Strength | 190,000 PSI |
| Finish | Hard Chrome, Cerakote |
| Spin | Composite Bushing |
Summary
The 20-kilogram Colorado Bar from REP Fitness is a durable, versatile Olympic barbell made for heavy powerlifting, Olympic weightlifting, and cycling weights in CrossFit workouts. The barbell has two knurl markings for IWF and IPF specs. The bar is available with a hard chrome finish or different-colored cerakote finishes with Duracoat on the sleeves. With composite bushings, the barbell provides decent spin and durability that helps dampen noise when dropping weights.
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