REP Deep Knurl Power Bar EX - Best Bar Ever?

[@Doing_It_Wrong]

Small shipping note: If you're in Denver, CO you can drive down to the factory and pick up the bar for no shipping.

[@BasementBrandon]

I think they used to offer a discount for doing this right?

[@Doing_It_Wrong]

Not sure about the discount, but not having to pay shipping is a nice discount if you live there. Apparently they have a SECA machine on site for body mass testing as well. (Unfortunately, I live nowhere near Denver.)

[@bmstylee]

@@Doing_It_Wrong kinda the luxury of living on Ohio. Rogue is a 2 hour or so drive from most if the state.

[@mattdouglas8900]

@@BasementBrandon there is no discount for local pickup. They offer military discount though. Their show room room is pretty cool and they have a area in the back with all their "bone yard" and sale items.

[@Lucky13Twice]

It's not a factory, it's a warehouse, the factory is in China

[@GarageGymLab]

Nicely done, brother. Looks like you and I feel the same way. I love it.

[@pigletthepug8466]

Garage Gym Lab what happened to you man? You stopped making videos. I bought a rep SS v2 bar on clearance sale and watched your review maybe 10x. My bar arrives in 2 days..

[@GarageGymLab]

Albien Batac hey bud, glad it was helpful! I’ll get back on the KZbin train in time. Just focusing more on website content right now, including a big project I’m working on for my site. Gotta prioritize with a full time job and family! Haha.

[@BasementBrandon]

I do not like to admit that you were right, but you were right :)

[@tuckfield656]

I'm loving what Reps been doing they're like the Toyota of gym equipment you can't go wrong

[@BasementBrandon]

Really putting out some good stuff at good price points

[@JoelP1961]

I just pulled the trigger on this awesome bar!

[@BasementBrandon]

Looking forward to your thoughts.

[@RedBeardOps]

Mine is coming in today! Can't wait to use it. Thanks for your review here! I currently have a bare steel Texas power bar... so I'm curious to feel the comparison.

[@BasementBrandon]

Curious to hear your thoughts!

[@RedBeardOps]

@@BasementBrandon So the bar is excellent. Way more aggressive / tacky knurl than my bare steel Capps Texas PB bought back in 2011. I feel like there are more mountains per inch on the Rep EX bar vs the TPB. The knurl mountains are sharp, but shallower and more densely packed on the EX bar vs TPB. I also noticed the increased 29mm thickness of the Rep EX vs the 28.5 TPB... it's subtle but noticeable if you're used to the TPB. I really like this thickness in the bench and squat. The thing almost grips to your body when squatting (hard to explain). I pull hook grip and it locks this bar into my hands very well with the knurling (probably won't be the best though for sets over 3 reps, but it's not designed for this anyway). I will say my bar arrived slightly damaged (divots in the non knurled section and a radial valley (slight indent) on one of the sleeves). I'm working with REP fitness currently to amend this issue. I'm sure they will make it right based on their reputation. The FB-5000 Flat bench I received in RED is excellent too! All in all I see this bar lasting as long as you want it to last in your gym (maybe a lifetime).

[@BasementBrandon]

JKeetonKnives awesome insight and feedback. Glad you were not disappointed

[@RedBeardOps]

@@BasementBrandon To follow up; REP did not disappoint. They're sending a replacement and a label to return the damaged in shipping bar.

[@davebagley7242]

Thanks for the review....been going back and forth on this and the Rogue SS Power Bar. pulled the trigger today on the Rep bar...excited to see it in action.

[@BasementBrandon]

Interested to hear your thoughts!

[@ebraheemnawaiseh4255]

about to order one too ayee!!

[@davebagley7242]

@@BasementBrandon love the knurl...love the stiffness of the bar as well. Been using an Ohio Bar, this is a great upgrade for the main powerlifts. It's a beautiful bar all in SS as well :)

[@eliasenglund]

We need REP Fitness in Europe!

[@BasementBrandon]

Maybe one of these days!

[@carps_gym]

Rep has had this bar on sale for like $294 a few times this year and it’s a steal at that price

[@BasementBrandon]

agreed!

[@kozmo7]

Love this channel Thank you for all the work you put in man, glad to see a fellow lifter talk about equipment

[@BasementBrandon]

appreciate that man.

[@dbsasuke]

They also have a new SS power bar v2. It's a great power bar that only has a medium knurl, but is SS on shaft and sleeves still. Great option for those who don't want an aggressive knurl.

[@BasementBrandon]

Right, and it's on closeout for like $200 which is a steal.

[@kouchiseiyaku]

Great review! I can't wait to pick mine up.

[@BasementBrandon]

You'll love it!

[@felixmoreno91]

I believe your review is the first and only review that I saw on the site when I went to look. I finally pulled this trigger on this bar, I was going to get the BOS but switched to this.

[@BasementBrandon]

I think they cut my review short, I'm a man of a lot of words lol. Did you get yours in?

[@nomadbound9610]

Black Friday Power Bar!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@BasementBrandon]

Woo!

[@CreepyTaco]

Rep is really stepping up

[@BasementBrandon]

agreed!

[@S0larW1nd]

@@BasementBrandon quality is still not great tho, bent attachments, paint peels off the rack relatively easily, so still room to go...

[@BasementBrandon]

SolarWind eh while they are a step below some of the more expensive competitors, the same can be said about anyone. Take a look at some of the stuff people are posting about Rogue and Sorinex. The damage comes in the shipping process.

[@iwanvickery6547]

The bar looks great but I think the end cap let’s them down it’s a bit corporate and uninspired. This is a Personal preference but I like the rogue end caps and something like bells of steel or kabuki. I don’t like the branding for strength shop for example although I own one of their racks (for now).

[@BasementBrandon]

I don't mind it but get what you're saying. I'd really like to see someone come out and do custom end caps. Would be cool to get your gym name or a saying on your bar.

[@iwanvickery6547]

Brandon Campbell Diamond that’s a really good idea.

[@donron4625]

Great review as always brandon. I have the rep gladiator bar and its has some of the best spin in any bar ive ever used. after your review and notice they have a *closeout* SS bar at the $200 mark. Is that a deal or what?!

[@BasementBrandon]

Def a good deal. the knurling is medium (and more passive from ring to sleeve) but for $200 is still a great bar!

[@donron4625]

Yeah i read about the knurling beign abit more passive that the one youve reviewed. I am set on the opb when the ROGUE sale drops. but im keeping a close eye on the rep SS closeout just incase. The quality in REP is there for sure. Keep up the great reviews comin’💪🏻

[@bengoodhart6290]

Black Friday sales are coming. Probably going to get a bare steel or stainless power bar. No center knurl on my rogue bar and the black zinc is coming off where my shins and knee sleeves hit the bar during deadlifts. Huge problems I know.

[@BasementBrandon]

Hopefully some good deals!

[@grimtrigg3r]

I bought the bar that this bar replaced, the milder knurl, stainless rep power bar for 200 bucks! I fucking love it.

[@BasementBrandon]

It's a fantastic deal, it's harder to find on their site so I don't think many people know about it. I just posted it on IG actually lol

[@grimtrigg3r]

@@BasementBrandon so did I. But my only followers are my mom and some weird Danish dude who keeps coming on to me. I'm starting to suspect they are the same person tho.

[@blobdaily]

Thanks for the review Brandon. Ended up pulling the trigger on this vs the ss Ohio Power Bar and glad I did. I find the knurling amazing for squats and deadlifts maybe because I have some calluses from my CoC grippers but damn it feels high grade. I notice if the grip touches anywhere on the body besides the hands that it is definitely unpleasant. Worth every penny though.

[@BasementBrandon]

Appreciate the first hand feedback!

[@lrey5931]

I purchased the rep ss power bar v2. It costs the same. The grip is good.

[@BasementBrandon]

Nice, main difference is the knurl!

[@ClarksvilleBarbellClub]

Great review, B!

[@BasementBrandon]

Thanks u sir.

[@dho11]

$430 shipped to MA, not that much of a bargain to me especially w that REP end cap (sort of kidding)!!! Not a huge fan of REP but admit they have been stepping it up. I am interested in a second Power Bar (I have a vulcan abs. SS pb). Still looking but I suppose this is still on the list even with the price increase.

[@BasementBrandon]

I do like it a lot. I find I use my SS OPB which I got out of the boneyard for like $250, but really comes down to knurl preference.

[@dho11]

@@BasementBrandon The REP bar looks pretty nice but I did quite a bit of research over the last 2 days, I think I nailed it down to the Rogue OPB (either raw steel or SS) and I was trying not to go Rogue! I also have a Vulcan Abs. SS PB that I love (aggressive knurl). Thanks, your video helped.

[@persistentconsistency]

@@dho11 David! Talk to me about that Absolute SS brother! How aggressive is it? Have you been able to compare it to other bars? Do you use it for higher reps? Lastly, are the mountain tops slightly shaved off like in the Rep Deep Knurl images? Reviews consistently say the Rep Deep Knurl and the Vulcan SS are very similar, but I've yet to see an up-close, quality photo of the Vulcan knurl the way that one can find good close-ups of the OPB, Rep bars, etc. Thanks for any insight you can provide!

[@EsotericOrderJ]

I have a lot of Rep kettlebells they are my favorite.

[@BasementBrandon]

Awesome! I need to get back into using mine!

[@jamestonbellajo]

Hey Brandon. I see that the bar has two snap rings before you get to the end cap compared to most bars where there’s just one. Are the internals of the sleeve any different from others or is that just an aesthetic design REP took?

[@BasementBrandon]

I think it's just a bit more recessed so they needed it to clean up the slop

[@ballistic5089]

Hey Brandon, it looks like Rogue is having deals this month. You might want to check it out.

[@BasementBrandon]

Ha holding off until I'm in the new house before any major purchases!

[@stealthassasin1day291]

Which is more stiffer?

[@BasementBrandon]

They're all about the same here as same diameter, tensile, collars, and distance between weights.

[@teaguekuhn]

Where were my provocative jokes about size and shape? :(

[@BasementBrandon]

Too aggressive of a shaft to poke fun of.

[@Nico-jk3iv]

Thanks for the review man! What would you recommend for higher rep lifters? Want a main bar for bench, low back squat, and deadlift. Lifting mostly in the 8-12 range right now. Don't care about chrome vs SS sleeves. So go with SS OPB or Rep? Is the Rep knurl going to be too much for higher reps?

[@BasementBrandon]

I think that depends on your previous experience. Personally I think either is fine for high rep work for the lifts you mention, but if you don't like aggressive bars, the OPB would prob be the better choice, or Rep makes a "Stainless Steel Power Bar V2" that has medium to passive knurling.

[@liftordie777]

To be fair, the Eleiko IPF Competition bar stacks up better to the Rep Fitness Power EX than you alluded to in this video... Most importantly, the Eleiko IPF bar is a calibrated bar and weighs exactly what it should, within

[@BasementBrandon]

appreciate the feedback

[@80yr.oldpowerlifter]

I like your reviews. 👍

[@BasementBrandon]

I appreciate that!

[@ascendedvegeta]

When it comes to knurl pattern, which is the most popular at powerlifting meets? That would determine what kind of pattern I go for. Also are there any other patterns besides mountain and volcano?

[@BasementBrandon]

Depends on the federation. USAPL usually uses Eleiko, uspa usually texas bars, etc.

[@SabrinaStronger]

The USPA California meets I have done use Buddy Capps Bars . Steve Dennison , President of USPA is trying to procure more Kabuki bars.

[@benrosenberg7972]

Hey Brandon! Have you noticed any rust develop on the bar? Coop says the SS curl bar and Power Bar from Rep both have rust on them after some light use.

[@BasementBrandon]

I can do an update on my bars but I haven't seen much on my end.

[@benrosenberg7972]

@E he said it in the video about the stainless steel curl bar.

[@ahrengroesch8774]

How much noise does it make? How snug are the sleeves to the bar and how much noise do they make when you put down a deadlift? How rough or smooth are the sleeves? How much noise do they make when you slide plates onto them?

[@BasementBrandon]

What's the concern? I see a few comments regarding noise. Some sort of sensitivity issue?

[@ahrengroesch8774]

@@BasementBrandon yeah. Misophonia, hyperacusis, and worsening tinnitus. I'm borderline trapped in my house. Weight lifting noises are pain. I'm trying to find the quietest barbell possible.

[@ShaneTumminello]

For the price and free shipping, I think the Titan Blues City Power Bar is king. It's an exact clone of a Texas Power Bar.

[@BasementBrandon]

Disagree, 29mm is superior for power bars IMO, the rep bar has better knurl, and the better finish. The Titan bar is cheaper, but if you're trying to save money, an OPB is a better buy still.

[@ShaneTumminello]

Brandon Campbell Diamond Fair points but a Texas Power Bar is 28.5 mm(same as the Titan PB). I tend to prefer competing in feds that use all the Texas Bars so this works best for me.

[@BasementBrandon]

Shane Tumminello my issue is the TPB gets whippy around 400+ lbs so when using it on squats and deads it’s not ideal. The feds that use a TPB also typically use their squat and dl bars as well, so I’d rather get a stiffer 29mm bar that can be used for all 3 lifts.

[@ShaneTumminello]

Brandon Campbell Diamond Ok you win lol

[@sikandarzahid3924]

Surey Eleiko are the market leader when it comes to barbells?

[@BasementBrandon]

Maybe in Europe, but I would say that's not the case in the US

[@JoelP1961]

Man I want one of those! My black zinc Ohio bar is starting to look like hell even though I’ve tried to take care of it. My only question with the Rep bar would be is the knurling too aggressive? Hmmm

[@BasementBrandon]

Depends on if you like it rough!

[@dbsasuke]

They also have a new SS power bar v2. It's a great power bar that only has a medium knurl, but is SS on shaft and sleeves.

[@dasdos002]

Have you had the chance to test drive an aggro opb x2 to compare it with this bar? I have this bar (and I love the knurling on it) but I might be in the market for another power bar. I am weighing my options between a bare steel opb and the aggro x2. I own a ob ss and I love the grippy feeling it has. I have not had the chance to try an opb at all and would really like to own one. I also own the strongman squat bar and I like that knurling too! Any recommendations and comparisons to the aggro and OPB to the other bars I own would be greatly appreciated!!

[@BasementBrandon]

I have not yet, pixel peeping it does look like the rep is cut sharper (not as volcano) as the 2x, but the 3x would for sure be sharper.

[@rottsrule8619]

Nice!! What Rogue power rack model do you have? Regret getting plate storge?

[@BasementBrandon]

It's a RM3. I bought the plate storage just in case, but with the half rack feet I've added the rack is super sturdy without it.

[@CK113th121]

The comment on Eleiko Comp bar is not true. I've used Eleiko Comp Bar and Rouge Westside Power Bar 2.0, and WPB is much more aggressive than Eleiko Comp bar. But the Eleiko is grippier, I think it's due to that E using bare steel shaft which provides better grippiness.

[@BasementBrandon]

Disagree. The westside 2.0 is less aggressive than the 1.0 which I owned. Maybe you used an older eleiko or a training bar.

[@CK113th121]

@@BasementBrandon It's comp bar, but maybe eleiko is more worn up because people in my gym prefer it. BTW my view of "A sharp-knurled WPB is less grippy than a worn up Eleiko" remains the same

[@chiptune_]

How aggressive is the knurling compared to say, a Texas deadlift bar?

[@BasementBrandon]

I'd say very similar.

[@jeffreyhodge5135]

What do you guys think between this Rep ss bar or the Vulcan Absolute ss power bar?

[@BasementBrandon]

I'd defer to Adam from GarageGymLab who has both. Based off his feedback though I'd say they're very similar, but the Rep bar comes in at $200 less and is the better buy.

[@anyvideo8876]

I wish i had all those equipments

[@BasementBrandon]

They treat me well.

[@banoodle1513]

Hey Brandon! Currently looking at this bar because its on clearance right now for $292. Do you think its worth getting over the new Rep Double Black Diamond? I'm debating between waiting for the new bar or getting this one for the sale price.

[@BasementBrandon]

Yes I do. From what I understand the bar itself will be fairly similar minus the new branding and some aesthetics.

[@banoodle1513]

@@BasementBrandon Thanks Brandon. Just put in an order for the Deep Knurl Ex 😎.

[@rambojohn7118]

Thanks for the review. Question: are the sleeves a smooth stainless steel or do the stainless sleeves have groves in the finish? Also who is the spin on the sleeves?

[@BasementBrandon]

The rep bar has smooth sleeves.

[@jclueben]

Hey Brandon How are the sleeves holding up on this barbell. Really interested Thanks

[@BasementBrandon]

Whole bar held up great for the 2 years I owned it. I sold it to my friend however as I just have too many bars.

[@briansmith2238]

Not about this bar, but did you sell your Iron Master Quick-Lock dumbbells alongside most/all of your other kit? If so, are planning on replacing them?

[@BasementBrandon]

Did not, one of the few things I kept!!

[@joeyhomer7157]

Hi Brandon, I’m in the market for a REP barbell. I would like to pay less than 325. I need advice on the diameter. I currently have a cheap fitness gear barbell which I think it bigger. All of reps that I would buy are 28 or 28.5. I mainly do deadlifts, bench, and squats. My hands are not big but not small. What diameter do you think is best?

[@BasementBrandon]

Prob a 28.5mm bar. 28mm is more for olympic lifting.

[@LiamMcManusGuitar]

Not really sold on buying a bar because you prefer the feel of it, especially if compete in powerlifting. I think the Rogue bar is the only one to get if you compete tested, or if you can afford an Eleiko comp bar go for that instead. You don’t have the luxury of choosing a comfortable knurling in comp, so might as well get used to what ever is used in the comps you compete in!

[@BasementBrandon]

I see your point, however you won't find consistency in bars across the same feds anyways, so might as well get the best bar for your buck. I've seen USAPL meets that have used Rogue, Titex, Eleiko, Texas Power, Kabuki, and Ivanko.

[@LiamMcManusGuitar]

Brandon Campbell Diamond Fair enough! Here in Ireland there is only 1 tested fed that’s worth competing in and they usually use the Rogue bar, I didn’t think there would be so much diversity within the USAPL, thanks for the reply!

[@BasementBrandon]

@@LiamMcManusGuitar Yeah the local meets here are pretty much a free for all. As long as they meet specs people can use whatever they want. As you get into state/regional/national level meets you see more consistency!

[@LiamMcManusGuitar]

Brandon Campbell Diamond This bar makes a lot more sense now, thanks for the explanation!

[@Lucas-hl9sd]

Have you had any issues with the boneyard bar you made a video on awhile ago? Picked up a ODB baresteel everything for $115 off and was just curious

[@Blackbeard_Barbell]

Lucas Franco mine arrived with a bend in it but straightened it out, so no big deal. The knurl on mine is super aggressive - much more than my Texas Power Bar. Overall I dig my ODB

[@Lucas-hl9sd]

@@Blackbeard_Barbell what do you mean a bend? Like the bar was bent?

[@Blackbeard_Barbell]

Lucas Franco yep - the shaft had a bend near the collar and would wobble if rolled across the floor. I used a hydraulic jack and some braces to straighten it back out.

[@BasementBrandon]

That's awesome you fixed it but you should contact rogue and get a bigger discount or another bar sent. Defects should only be cosmetic.

[@BasementBrandon]

I have two boneyard bars, an OPB and an Ohio bar, both in stainless and I love them. Holding up great!

[@OfficialMarkZuckerberg]

What would be the difference between the Ohio power and the regular Ohio, besides center knurl? Does rep make an Ohio (non-power) equivalent that is up to par? All im looking for is a bar that doesn't tear up my hands but still grips alright and is good for the big three and other movements like rows etc. I dont want a rock hard bar, I would like a little whip. Im not super concerned with olympic lifts but i may play around sometimes.

[@BasementBrandon]

So the Ohio bar is also 28.5mm vs 29mm, so will give you slightly more whip. The knurling is also finer and not as aggressive, so easier on the hands. Rep's equivalent would be something like their Excalibur bar.

[@OfficialMarkZuckerberg]

@@BasementBrandon thanks for the quick reply! The all stainless collars are what I like. Does the center knurl actually make a difference with squat? I've only ever used commercial gym bars.

[@BasementBrandon]

Chase I prefer it especially under heavy load, but it’s not necessary.

[@mgarozzo11]

which bar outside of the eleiko would you say has the least amount of whip? kabuki?

[@BasementBrandon]

I would actually say something with slightly thinner collars like the 20kg OPB.

[@clownpocket]

Are the sleeves smooth, or ridged like the OPB? I kinda prefer smooth sleeves.

[@BasementBrandon]

My OPB doesn't have rigid sleeves, but it is slightly grooved

[@waynewilliams8982]

My rep bar has very smooth sleeves.

[@frankbizy]

Can you recommend a good plate loaded lat pulldown machine for tall people?

[@BasementBrandon]

I don't have much experience here unfortunately!

[@getstrongby4038]

Ugh I really hate looking at my strength shop bar after these reviews 🤣

[@BasementBrandon]

Lol I liked my strength shop bastard power bar.

[@emehtonich]

I live an hour from REP and wouldn't have to pay shipping....oh dear

[@BasementBrandon]

Do they still offer discounts for picking up locally?

[@emehtonich]

​@@BasementBrandon I don't know if they ever did. Are you sure you aren't thinking of Fringe. I know they offer a discount since they have free shipping.

[@user-fj2or3xp2c]

My question is what does having a bar with bearing for ?

[@BasementBrandon]

Olympic lifting where you want the shaft and plates to spin more freely.

[@user-fj2or3xp2c]

Brandon Campbell Diamond thank you I was so confuse with it and what’s a speed bar ? Make a video about bars

[@BasementBrandon]

J R their speed bar is more marketing, they don’t have knurling out towards the end of the sleeves so that it will move better when on a j cup.

[@lazerhawks]

Not that I'm going to be able to get one anytime soon, but have you compared this to Rep's V2 power bar? I'm wondering if this deep knurling is going to be necessary for a lifetime bar as I (hopefully) get stronger each year.

[@BasementBrandon]

Depends on what you want. If i had to rate the aggressiveness out of 10, the V2 is prob a 5, the EX is like an 8.5.

[@lazerhawks]

@@BasementBrandon ok thanks. So knowing that the Eleiko comp bars hurt my hands during hookgrip and even bench sometimes I would probably be safe with the EX? Assuming Eleikos are about a 10/10 on knurl?

[@BasementBrandon]

Daniel Notary yep!

[@lazerhawks]

@@BasementBrandon thanks man. I will now be patient even harder.

[@persistentconsistency]

@@BasementBrandon What would you rate the OPB?

[@nolenlifts4661]

Just bought this puppy for $303 and a rackable stainless curl bar for $207

[@BasementBrandon]

Nice! Glad you got in before the prices went up!

[@nolenlifts4661]

Brandon Campbell Diamond am waiting for that Ironmaster BF to drop and get the 15% off on the adjustable dumbbells

[@2daih4]

We need some raw training footage

[@emehtonich]

I'd like some equipped training footage.

[@BasementBrandon]

I just put some up last week!

[@metallitech]

Stainless steel; can be kept outside under a tarp (not joking).

[@BasementBrandon]

lol

[@reginaldchesterfield8110]

Great review, stainless steel sleeves for REP! Not for Rogue... disappointing rogue!

[@BasementBrandon]

While they're a nice touch, i don't think they're as neccessary.

[@mjbenvenuto]

@@BasementBrandon rogue has stainless sleeves as an option now, but its 470$ for the ohio power bar with stainless shaft and sleeves.

[@bmstylee]

It's a nice looking bar. However if you buy it and find it's not to your liking prepare to lose 50%+ in resale. Something to think about. Atleast the Rogue, Texas Power Bar, Elieko all hold way more of their value should you decide it doesn't work out. As long as you don't beat the living hell out of it. I grabbed a 20kg Ohio Power Bar for $250 a while ago from the Boneyard. Great bar and if there is anything wrong I can't find it. Rogue makes really good bars at a pretty fair price. Outside of real specialist bars like their bearing Oly bars. Even those compared to Ivanko or Elieko are a deal.

[@BasementBrandon]

Yeah resale def isn't there yet, but I do see them holding value more down the road as Rep becomes more popular. That being said, I grabbed my Stainless OPB for like $250 as well and was one of my best buys!

[@bmstylee]

@@BasementBrandon have you bought anything from the Matte Black November sale yet? The Ohio Deadlift Bar was interesting but not enough to make me jump at the price. I keep watching the Boneyard.

[@BasementBrandon]

Wild Bill I’m holding off until next year. Boneyard has some 20kg stainless OPBs today but they went quick.

[@bmstylee]

@@BasementBrandon yeah. Nothing really jumped out yet. Unless they add some new stuff which it seems they may. I'm going to keep an eye out for a raw Ohio Deadlift Bar and Cerakote it myself. Unfortunately it's winter here on the shores of Lake Erie so it will not be till next spring.

[@dt7603]

Didn't hear about the 🇺🇸 vs 🇨🇳factor.

[@SeptemberObituary]

D T what about it?

[@dt7603]

@@SeptemberObituary I think with the similar price, and quality, American made could sway some folks. Americans anyway.

[@SeptemberObituary]

D T are rep fitness not made In the us? If not then I would rather go with rogue and like you said for those that aren’t American they couldn’t care less

[@dt7603]

@@SeptemberObituary Rep's bar is imported. I believe from 🇨🇳. Rogue is made in the US from US steel.

[@BasementBrandon]

I think that will likely come into play for some, but the quality of this is on par with what's made here, so I didn't get too into it as there's not really a difference. I'd like to see them get the bar down in price slightly more as I think a lot of people will still pick Rogue given the similar cost.

[@basedabdu8653]

Sorry but nothing will EVER dethrone the OPB

[@BasementBrandon]

Right on

[@advancedchemistry1028]

"They (Rogue) are the market leader" This guy is biased or I wouldn't be surprised if he is compensated by Rogue to speak highly of their products.

[@BasementBrandon]

Who do you think sells more strength equipment?

[@advancedchemistry1028]

@@BasementBrandon REP Fitness is just as good. I'm not picky and I do not need all the bells and whistles.

[@BasementBrandon]

We're not talking about who you like and dislike, we're talking about sales. While Rep has some solid offerings, including this bar, they don't move a fraction of the product that Rogue does.

[@persistentconsistency]

@@BasementBrandon Comprehension shouldn't be as much of a skill as it apparently is, haha!