$1,000 vs $80 Olympic Barbell Strength Test! (World Record)

[@mbw365]

The big takeaway on this is that your money is probably wasted on a budget bar. 300 lbs. is a pretty reasonable expectation to be lifting regularly for an intermediate. You're going to outgrow that bar pretty quickly.

[@shiuido359]

Definitely depends on your goals, get the bar that suits your goals 👍

[@moreasmorebaes9996]

@@shiuido359 dude if u train like a normal human it just wont last

[@girlsdrinkfeck]

@@moreasmorebaes9996 eddie hall said a flexible bar is better it trains your stability better ,but the bar shouldnt stay bent lol

[@moreasmorebaes9996]

@@girlsdrinkfeck honestly the fact that you called it flexible should be a good enough indicator that you don't know much about the sport. Bar whip makes a difference in when ur pulling off the ground as more it bends the longer it is on the ground, which is why olympic bars are whippier, however in powerlifting you are trying to make it as much of a brute strength test as you can, stiffer bars will always be preferred for training before a meet.

[@girlsdrinkfeck]

@@moreasmorebaes9996 lmao telling me i dont knoe much ? ok mr know it all

[@BasementBrandon]

The test we needed.

[@ClarksvilleBarbellClub]

LOL!

[@hicelee11]

Brandon I thumbs up your comments before I thumbs up the videos

[@BasementBrandon]

@@hicelee11 Where can I send payment?

[@maddawgzzzz]

I use a 50 dollar bar from 1987. Ive had it for 8 years and it works. Im not putting 1000lbs on the bar. If someone needs 1000lbs go for an expensive bar, but 95% of people wont.

[@michaelderenne9838]

@@maddawgzzzz exactly, I think these people like to spend to spend

[@gaurilla]

Production on these are getting better and better, and they were already excellent! Appreciate all that you guys do for the community

[@zakxtoten]

but I do not like the 'Reality TV' vibe going on here

[@Heleous281]

Dope...would have rather saw a mid valued barbell be tested as well

[@michaellk2254]

Seen*

[@MarkarthCityGuard]

@@michaellk2254 thanks now I can understand what his comment meant

[@ireallyhatemakingupnamesfo1758]

I wish there had been 3

[@pdub422]

Yes throwing a Rogue Ohio bar in the mix would have been perfect to see how they all stack up!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Is it just me, or is anyone else wondering if the Eleiko would have bent at their stated weight just the same? I doubt dropping 70 pounds off it would have prevented damage. Coop, you shoulda stopped at the rated limit, so you could ask for a refund. Lol.

[@jakub871]

If you go in a bit deeper the bags weigh a few pounds and the chain too But can that bar even fit 3000 lbs worth of plates ?

[@NotoriousMohamed]

@@jakub871 if u made plates using tungsten, sure

[@-axn-]

Probably the way it was attached had an impact too I'm guessing. Using chains results in basically all the stress focused in a single spot as opposed to kinda spread out like normal and because the chains slip down to the part that is thicker it might add some different forces the bar is not rated to withstand. I dunno if any of that made a difference, but I can't imagine Eleiko making inaccurate claims for their products.

[@brianfox340]

I would have liked to have seen more steps like 2k, 2.75k 3.3k, and then over the limit

[@Tony-pb2gi]

Yeah you shouldnt really approach 90% of any weight rating, for anything important. Doing so repeatedly creates stress that can invisibly weaken it and lower the stated weight, for one.

[@LILJROD90]

Coop you guys are knuckleheads in the best possible way. I just want to say this platform influenced me to build my own home gym and you guys at GGR made it sooooo much fun. The amount of reviews and the depth of research you guys do is incredible and made it so easy. I would’ve have even know where to start without GGR and COOP!! I ultimately decided to go with all things REP. Thanks Coop and the gang for all you guys do! Truly one of the top platforms of any social media platform! 🤘🏽🤘🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@joecowan3719]

Stress test of a 2x2, 2x3, 3x3 of different manufacturers cross members. People are always hating on import rack steel...let's see how they compare.

[@amunra4256]

Excellent idea. Compare the different sizes, and Made in US/Imported

[@shiwakuseven5859]

I've been using the Olympic bars that came with four 300-pound sets of Olympic weights that I bought on sale at Dick's Sporting Goods. I wanted the weight plates for plate-loaded exercise machines I own. However, I also use them when I do bench presses in my squat rack. My top bench press weight is only 355 pounds, but the Olympic bars handled that weight easily. Most people aren't going to lift extremely heavy weight, so it doesn't make good sense to pay $1,000 for an Olympic bar.

[@bobsimpson9228]

What's more impressive is the bags that can hold all that weight without ripping open lol.

[@joshandrews8913]

For real. I don't know how expensive those bags are, but they're apparently stronger than a budget barbell.

[@sammorrissey9094]

Those are builders bags, used for transporting tons of sand etc, they are designed to be very durable

[@killxswitch]

I know you said it would be the cheapest "someone would reasonably use" but the shitty knurling, no bushings/bearings, etc make the cheap kindof unlikely to be used by many of your viewers. Would've preferred something in the budget category that would actually be usable on a daily basis. I have a beater bar that was sub-$150 but has real knurling, doesn't flex with minor loads, has bushings, etc. That CAP barbell is somewhere between a toy and a real barbell.

[@jakestanley190]

These new videos look more expensive but I prefer the old style tbh

[@OK-sp8iy]

OK then don't watch them

[@seaneriksen2695]

@@OK-sp8iy dont reply if u dont like his comment :D take your own advice ;)

[@thebaseballjones]

Purchased by a media company. Many things have and will change.

[@TorBoy9]

3 ton solid round metal bender: The Cap bar was successful. You should ask Eleiko the technical specs of how they rated their bar. I suspect that shoulder width is too narrow. Fun to watch though!

[@CarlYota]

Companies are going to use whatever is most favorable for them. It would be max width, probably 4foot like cups in a power rack. Or it’s something even dumber like it could be dropped with that weight on it and the impact wouldn’t bend it. You can’t actually load a bar with 3300 lbs anyway unless you’re machining your own plates out of something exotic. Someone said tungsten maybe could get there. Idk. Doesn’t matter. I assume the thing is puffery. The only thing that matters is if it can handle 1k. And if it doesn’t will they warranty it. I’m assuming the answer to both is yes.

[@backagain5216]

I’ve been watching your informative videos for a couple years. That offbeat humour Coop and Sam have been hilarious. Keep it up!

[@CollieCam]

This type of content was super cool! Science + Gymbro science = Results

[@theprogen2003]

+OSHA violations

[@NoFate247]

Coop did not want to even attempt to damage the Eleiko!

[@nonogram24]

Loved it! Shocked that the bar was only rated for 350lb. I have a standard bar in my living room that’s rated for 300 and doesn’t deform under that weight.

[@spooonpro614]

Lmao beware it might just snap instead of bend

[@peterbroberg3081]

honestly the most impressive part of this is the strength of the bags

[@ericcartmansstrengthandpow5960]

Throw that CAP bar on Marketplace: "CAP bar for sale. Kew color. Only used for one session. Good bar for unique variations."

[@guccipoptartz8466]

One of my favorite videos you have done so far

[@samuelmcdonagh1590]

Thanks guys, next time I go for a 3,370lbs squat for 10 reps I’ll know to expect my Eleiko bar to round.

[@markf3494]

You guys are having way too much fun! Awesome test of the Eleiko bar but pretty much what was to be expected from the Cap bar.

[@kylevincent2295]

Eleiko: “if you out over 3300lbs on the bar it will bend” Coop: *puts over 3300lbs on bar *Bar bends* 😱😱😱

[@DampRaccoon]

Yeah, even though it surely wouldn't have been distributed per Eleiko tests/engineering, it was kind of annoying to jump from 1,000 to over capacity. Something in between, then capacity, then slightly over capacity, then significantly over would have been nice. Just a little bit of extra effort could have made this better.

[@CarlYota]

⁠​⁠@@DampRaccoonyeah this was weird. Makes me think something else was up. They had no time, they were scared it would fail at 1500 or something. You would absolutely test 1k then 2 k then 3k. Then overload it. You’re trying to figure out when it will fail, not that it will fail when overloaded. Technically you would use a new bar for every test to avoid metal fatigue. But this isn’t mythbusters. Still sketchy to go from something a person could lift to 3400 lbs.

[@markhalstead2386]

Now imagine the capacity of Rogue's 38 mm curved bar!

[@Jeff-mw3gj]

That’d be a good one!

[@rvds0804]

This is some solid content that feels genuine from you. Love it!

[@josh49]

“The Rock doesn’t lift weights” hahaha quote of the day.

[@swimming8158]

Was actually searching for a video like this forever grateful it was done by you Btw that cheap bar with no bushing is my home gym bar 😂

[@espcustom]

Great vid Coop ! I'd suggest the same test between the elite bars, Eleiko VS Kabuki :)

[@ulrikvonliektenstein9907]

Loving the quality of the videos lately. The editing, script, etc., was really a step up and it showed!

[@tonyest19911]

love the new videos man....hell yeah channel came a long way

[@kadesharp4542]

I love seeing you guy continues to grow and get better. Keep it up best video yet

[@ducdu4136]

Loving the production and the level of fun you guys put into the video.

[@ryanoconnor9210]

Awesome video. Could watch these tests all day

[@Jeff-mw3gj]

Awesome, it’d be cool to see more of this! I really enjoyed it!!

[@babygiantbarbell1014]

This video might be my favorite video y’all have made. Super cool!

[@KainCarter13]

… and yes, love seeing equipment pushed to its MAX!! 💪🏾

[@thenameistrevorbelmont]

it would be cool to see a strength test video on power racks

[@mjames4398]

I'd definitely want you to test more barbells! Best sale, choice, popular brands, etc.. Great video!

[@tariklakota1434]

You guys definitely deserve a LOT more credit for these videos, keep up the good work!

[@bigk2080]

I hope you're going to display the cap bar now that you've turned it into a piece of modern art.

[@yuryaboi4026]

I am glad to know that my expensive bar is prepared for my 5x10 warmup sets of 3000 lbs on deadlift. Almost bought the cheap bar before seeing this.

[@stevegeorge6880]

Coop talks about knurling and shafts. This is both comedic and serious.

[@Ratix08]

I'd love to see my synergee rhino bar tested. I bought it a few weeks back and I love it, says it's rated for 1500lbs while is more than I'll ever need.

[@angellara2460]

That was pretty awesome! Def would like to see more vids with the same energy!

[@chris-hu7tm]

The moral of the story is that the vast majority of ppl wont bend the $80 bar so theyll get that one

[@kaynenbrown5102]

Looks like you’re making gains Coop.

[@rvds0804]

i thought he lost weight. at least cutting.

[@mellowmike9583]

Best video production to date! But can you pls include KG conversion on the graphics?

[@fozzzyyy]

Really seeing the added production value of the new studio

[@ffjoshhughes8502]

Great video and it was a lot of fun to watch

[@AticBox]

I always tell my followers, if you are going to buy a barbell or a rack, invest some money on it. Your safety depends on it!! Kettlebells, bumpers, speed ropes... you can go for the cheap version, but barbells and racks...definitely not. Thanks for another awesome (and crazy review)!

[@vintageweightspgh]

Nice to see a barbell focused video! Well done!

[@Death_Strong]

Now this is a video! So good. Love the concept

[@jonathancollins22]

This is the torture test content I signed up for! Now do them all!

[@afterdark413413]

Production values definitely have been improved!!! Good job 👍

[@cj0182]

It would be cool to see a weight limit of an adjustable bench(600lbs vs 800lbs or 1000lbs) by stacking weights in a single spot to simulate a downward force of a bench press.

[@plmn93]

I like the yellow paint, it really helped it imitate a noodle at the 5:11 mark.

[@DavidDoingLife]

The buff dudes prepared me for this

[@matthewduryea5177]

Great episode. More for sure. 👍

[@justinhall3073]

Lol... Always love your content. I'm getting some Tanked vibes in your new layout and filming style

[@kevinmunz]

Would love to see this test with the best budget bars.

[@practicalsnake7831]

I'm actually impressed by these bags holding so much weight.... 🤯

[@eaburksjac]

We're all anticipating the "best horseshoe barbell on the market" video. Titan will be a fast follower.

[@tylerterstegen3953]

Load the eleiko up and see what it would take to bend it like the cap bar. already bent it.

[@derekdouglas6147]

One of the most popular weight sets for home gyms is the Fitness Gear 300 lb set. I'd love a review on it like this

[@erzascralet48]

Had it for a bit, and it's good, but when I added deadlifts and Tru Grit started selling regularly $1/lb Bumper plates, I switched to that and like it better overall.

[@ohhellothere3217]

Fitness gear weights make up the majority of my home gym weights, big fan of the handles on them. I do have a regular pair of 45s that I always put on the bar first so that my deadlift ROM isn't made a deficit

[@derekdouglas6147]

@@ohhellothere3217 my main concern is the barbell, does it hold up?

[@ohhellothere3217]

@@derekdouglas6147 Sorry, forgot to clarify that I only have the weights and not the bar, I got the ohio bar for that.

[@derekdouglas6147]

@@ohhellothere3217 I'm considering selling the bar for like $50 on Craigslist and getting something better, but maybe by some miracle the bar is good and I don't need better but by the time I know I need better I won't be able to make any money back

[@slvice14]

COOP! Test a curl bar next, please!

[@amarh111]

Loving the personalised hard hats

[@Viking_Raven]

It would be good to do this with a Kabuki, Rogue and Titan power bars since it's what most lifters would probably buy.

[@strongerforlifegym]

I am so entertained by this video😂. definitely love to see Rogue OPB go through this test

[@jonstewart5386]

A lot of folks have an OPB, let’s see what that can do in comparison to something else! Another awesome vid, thanks!

[@The1UnderTheSun]

Dude I love this type of content. Its informative, entertaining, a little silly, and leaves the viewer learning something while getting a laugh. Reminds me a little if LinusTechTips. Keep it up 👍

[@thomasbrogan9102]

Hey Coop, show example of good way to store store multiple specialty- bars (Transformer, Marrs- Bar, etc)

[@FelixLess]

Great video. I would have liked to see whether a weight slight under the stated limit would have bent the bar, i.e 3000lbz.

[@filipcza]

I would have liked to see a middle ground bar. Something which looks like the Eleiko with knurling and chrome finish, but is as cheap as possible, somewhere in the 150-200 bucks range. I think that would be good enough for most people.

[@sgschmidt100]

Love this content.. Even though nobody is lifting that much weigh, it holds companies accountable for their product and we get to see the equipment taken to the limits.

[@dylano7242]

Get a powertec levergym and you don't need spend so much time money on figuring out which barbell, power rack and accessories to constantly buy. After getting one I'm never going back to a power rack and barbell. That eleiko barbell is more than what I paid for my entire used powertec gym and all accessories.

[@TheSTGChannel]

The content is getting better and better. Just don’t let OSHA watch this video.

[@lousantiago7511]

Great entertaining vid! Worth the Eleiko sacrifice.

[@Jaystrongbarbell]

This is the content were looking for !!!

[@jonathankidwell6889]

The Eleiko is definitely better. However that load was mostly applied inside of the sleeve on the cheaper barbell they were bouncing on it at the very end of the sleeve. The moment arm is far more advantageous with the set up for the expensive bar. I know they did that to the Eleiko as well but if the mass was at the ends of the sleeves and BOUNCING the Eleiko would have failed sooner. Still a fun experiment but its not exactly laboratory conditions fair.

[@Egoliftdaily]

Great test. Informative and entertaining vid.

[@thetrueforte3939]

Awesome Video, all im thinking about is how you still need to put back the rack you flipped over

[@Masud]

Fuck the bar..the real winners are the bags for holding all those weights

[@tevinscott8931]

watching this, your insurance rep must be having an aneurysm

[@evelynn4273]

This was the most entertained I've ever been while suffering from motion sickness.

[@lutherschultz4725]

we need to make a bar out of those canvas bag handles

[@westonwoods4995]

Kabuki deadlift bar vs Texas deadlift bar

[@max1392]

the shoulder width resting area of the bar + the attachment point of the chains made the bar bend less due to less leverage

[@Joe___R]

It would be an interesting test on a rouge 32mm squat bar.

[@bryangroves]

You should start doing this forklift test with all barbell reviews. Maybe at something like 75-100% bar rating to test if its truly going to hold up.

[@TheMcicak]

Coop great video but more details, wold like to see those famous knorling, zoom it and Eleiko bending, how much, more details

[@m99marine]

Coop, have you ever done weighted jump rope reviews and speed rope reviews?

[@jimdango123456]

I liked watching a barbell torture test almost as much as a gun torture test. I like knowing what it takes to destroy expensive items without spending my own money to find out. I'll be looking forward to more of these.

[@jaredmorgan350]

I’d like to see the rogue Ohio power bar vs the Eleiko bar see how it holds up

[@justinfindlay1220]

Eleiko power bar vs rogue power bar vs texas power bar would be very interesting

[@jaredmorgan350]

@@justinfindlay1220 yeah that would be

[@thebaseballjones]

@@justinfindlay1220 would not be much difference between them so not sure how interesting it would be.

[@wolffofcinema3448]

I love that this feels like Fantasy Factory!!!

[@sheldongreig7945]

I like to see a comparison and max weight test like this between the Rogue full stainless power bar, the cheapest Rogue Ohio bar and the Elite FTS power bar.

[@alanaliyev456GT]

Great test ! Thanks

[@richardjennings4685]

It would be cool to see a comparison and breakdown between the Rogue Pyross bar and comparable bars like the American SS weightlifting bar, and so on.

[@jomaazbeda837]

Hey coop can you try the spinlock cheap bars because im 15 and on a tight budget im considering it

[@stefanmaciolek6540]

I used a lot of CAP stuff over the years and have had numerous issues: -40 lb dumbbells where the heads weren't firmly attached to the handles. They don't wiggle, but they kind of ring when you hit them together, you can just tell it's not a firm connection -5 foot olympic bar that bent permanently with 295 lbs on it despite being "rated" to 500 I think it was -6 foot olympic bar that arrived with the collar rotating independently of the sleeve. I had to JB weld it in place -5 and 10 lb plates that have burrs on the inside that make it hard to put them on the bar IF you're looking for cheap stuff, I'd go with Fitness Gear over CAP, they're Dick's house brand

[@apeekintime]

Great video. I'm all in favor of more content along these lines. I've always enjoyed the videos where GGR puts equipment to the test. I'd love to see some real tests on True Grits equipment. They have some affordable alternatives (such like the runner and bumpers) that I would totally buy if someone could really break down how durable their stuff is.

[@jaques_strap]

How about testing one of your best value/budget picks, the Bells of Steel Barenaked powerlifting bar?