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Customers find the barbell to be of good quality and value for money, with positive feedback about its functionality for various exercises and comfortable grip. The durability receives mixed reviews – while some find it sturdy, others report it falling apart at the year mark. Customers disagree on the fit and size, with some reporting it doesn't align with their setup and measurements being inaccurate.
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Customers find the barbell to be of good quality and highly recommend it, with one customer noting it serves well as a starter barbell.
"Bar seems to be good quality. The grip is great! Only issue is that the bar arrived with rust spots. I couldn’t get them to come clean…."Read more
"Great bar, nice finish, easy turn sleeves, good grip area .Just like my 7 footer only shorter and more expensive."Read more
"…The bar is great quality & multifunctional for various exercises for different muscle groups. Give this product a try it won't disappoint!!"Read more
"…This is perfect. I am able to load it up too. So far have gotten up to 165 lbs total with no issues."Read more
140 customers mention value for money, 119 positive, 21 negative140 customers mention "Value for money"119 positive21 negative
Customers find the barbell to be a great value, particularly for home gyms.
"Great price for a starter. It does seem to chip somewhat easily when taking weights off on putting them on"Read more
"Durable, and a good price. Seems to be well made. Only used the bar once so far. Gave 4 stars because I have not had this barbell long…."Read more
"…I found this one and it is perfect! Great value, fits the wide mouth weights."Read more
"…Other than that, it looks to be a pretty good bar, and for such a low price I can live with a few scratches. Three stars because of the scratches."Read more
Customers find that the barbell works well, particularly for home gym use, with one customer noting it performs effectively for various exercises including squats, presses, rows, and deadlifts.
"As described. Works well. Black paint coat is wearing off almost immediately where it rubs on the squat rack…."Read more
"…It gets the job done and haven't had any issues with it. For the price it can't be beat…."Read more
"Well made and works great. Also I waned a 6' bar so a nice option!"Read more
"…Get it. Don't hesitate. Package arrive secure and intact. No damage. FANTASTIC piece of equipment."Read more
Customers like the weight of the barbell, with one customer noting that the knurling is very light.
"Love it just what I need it's heavy and strong"Read more
"Really liked the bar. Was everything I needed. Good weight and length. Seems solid. Purchased it with some CAP weights…."Read more
"…this bar an average of a 1-2 times per week and never exceeded 80% of its stated load capacity on any given day. Most times were well below that."Read more
"Really good quality, the bar is heavy & has a premium feel."Read more
Customers appreciate the barbell's grip, finding it comfortable and strong, with one customer noting it makes lifting feel secure and controlled.
"…It feels solid and well-balanced, with a comfortable grip that makes lifting feel secure and controlled…."Read more
"…Its shorter in length as well. Good quality. Great grip. Ive used it a few times myself and its just a good quality bar."Read more
"…hip thrust weight are not tight and very flimsy do to no grip to hold weight in position even when tightening clamps they slide right off bad quality"Read more
"Arrived in perfect condition, good packaging. Nice knurling gives good grip and feel. $68 got it at good price. It weighs 44lb as listed…."Read more
Customers have mixed experiences with how the barbell fits: some report it aligns well with their setup and works in small gym rooms, while others find it incompatible with their equipment, particularly with squat racks.
"…Probably says so on the sticker The ends are slightly loose, they can move ever so slightly lengthwise down the bar and also has a little bit…"Read more
"We purchased the 72in bar for my husband's squat rack and it fit perfect in our home gym. Get it. Don't hesitate. Package arrive secure and intact…."Read more
"…larger in circumference than the other, so that a few of my Weider plates will not fit. This is NOT cosmetic. This is a manufacturing defect…."Read more
"…It looks nice and fits well in a medium sized room.<br /><br />Edit: I have been using this bar for a couple weeks and it has worked great for me…."Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the barbell's size, with some finding it nice and well-weighted, while others report that the dimensions shown are inaccurate and the measurements are wrong.
"…but wanted a shorter bar for different exercises and this was the perfect size for what I needed."Read more
Product Summary: CAP Olympic Barbell – 5FT, 6FT, & 7FT Strength Training Weight Bars, Multiple Options
From CAP 28 LB OLYMPIC WEIGHT BAR FOR STRENGTH TRAINING – This 6-foot Olympic barbell features a 500 LB capacity and offers the perfect balance of maneuverability and performance. Ideal for home gyms and intermediate lifters, the 6-foot design provides versatility for squats, bench press, deadlifts, rows, and full-body strength training while requiring less space than a traditional 7-foot bar. SECURE, COMFORTABLE GRIP – Designed with hill-style knurling that offers a balanced grip profile with a smoother feel in the hands, helping reduce discomfort during extended training sessions while maintaining reliable control for pressing, pulling, and strength-focused movements. SMOOTH SLEEVE ROTATION FOR BETTER BAR CONTROL – Bronze bushing sleeves promote smooth rotation during presses, rows, cleans, and other lifting movements, helping reduce wrist and forearm strain while improving overall control and lifting performance. FITS 2-INCH OLYMPIC WEIGHT PLATES – Designed with Olympic sleeves compatible with standard 2-inch Olympic plates, power racks, squat racks, benches, and home gym equipment. A versatile weight bar for strength training and weightlifting workouts. BUILT FOR HOME GYM STRENGTH TRAINING – Manufactured from durable steel with a 100,000 PSI tensile strength rating and hard E-Coat finish for reliable performance, wear resistance, and long-lasting use in home gyms and garage gym setups.
CAP Olympic Barbell – 5FT, 6FT, & 7FT Strength Training Weight Bars, Multiple Options
