Dear gym equipment companies, Ignore coop’s call for fancier packaging. No one wants to spend more money on boxes that are going straight the trash can. Just keep delivering great equipment that shows up with safe and affordable shipping.
@thorwannabe68103 жыл бұрын
Exactly it's just a fucking box. As long as it protects the equipment it doesn't matter what it looks like
@GarageGymReviews3 жыл бұрын
I tend to think the consumer doesn't know what they want until they receive it. This is how innovation happens.
@amunra693 жыл бұрын
@@GarageGymReviews that’s a little condescending, Coop. I know I don’t want to pay 10-15% more for a different box that goes into the trash. Tell me how flashier packaging innovates my gym.
@MrRoflmao10003 жыл бұрын
@@thorwannabe6810 Imagine buying a fancy new phone only to get it at delivered with no package, just a bunch of bubble wrap or some shit. Think that for low end stuff it would be acceptable but when you start looking into more premium options it (like these plates) packaging does play a role. Also i doubt that a fancier package would add a significant price to the product.
@thorwannabe68103 жыл бұрын
@@MrRoflmao1000 weight plates that aren't even calibrated should not be this expensive in the first place
@SimonLi3 жыл бұрын
No one’s gonna deny that those are clean but for the price I think it’s better to go with calibrated plates 🤙🏽
@RonaldRumRaisin3 жыл бұрын
Thank you I don't need to to watch the video now
@charles85573 жыл бұрын
Wait a sec. I just search it up. Rogue plates cost more in the US than they do in Australia. I think this is the first time I've seen gym equipment cost more in the US than in Australia, holy shit.
@johnwallwizards23 жыл бұрын
@@charles8557 Maybe since it's made in china either way so shipping to Aus from China is cheaper?
@charles85573 жыл бұрын
@@johnwallwizards2 Shipping from China to Australia actually takes much longer than from China to the US which is the weird bit
@adamkunkel3 жыл бұрын
@@johnwallwizards2 no these are Made in the USA. So it makes less sense. Unless they make the same ones in China for other markets.
@JohnLowry3 жыл бұрын
I want the packaging to be easier to dispose of. Other than that, I really don't want a ton of waste that comes from a special unboxing experience.
@amunra693 жыл бұрын
And added cost
@thomasbrown73283 жыл бұрын
Ug the competition kettlebells from Rogue have so much styrofoam to throw away! I wish it was something degradable.
@lucarustico44623 жыл бұрын
I died when he dropped the 100 plate and said "that can just stay there for the rest of life"
@BasementBrandon3 жыл бұрын
I recall Henniger saying they wanted to do made in USA calibrated. Seems these would be the mold and they could just bore a hole in the back for plugs.
@GarageGymReviews3 жыл бұрын
Yep, great call out. These are so dang accurate too. I tested the rest and they were all right in line.
@bootsyaaron3 жыл бұрын
I would buy them if they where actually calibrated. Would also be cool to have them in KG sets.
@ForTehNguyen3 жыл бұрын
it it wont take much to make a calibrated version of these
@johnwallwizards23 жыл бұрын
Does any company make Made in (Country) Calibrated? I know Eleiko isn't made in Sweden and obviously none of Rogue, Vulcan, Hansu, etc are Made in China
@PronatorsaurusTricepsus3 жыл бұрын
@@johnwallwizards2 maybe leoko. And challenge is Pakistani, and is made there i belive
@nolanstojentin80863 жыл бұрын
Great review, when mentioning the advantages to thin plates, one thing I don't see talked about very often is their usefulness in heavy, loaded bodyweight exercises. If you are very strong on weighted dips or weighted pull-ups and use a traditional belt, thin 45 lb plates are much more convenient to hold in between your legs when you are at 4+. Huge difference.
@steinerhayes2 жыл бұрын
this is exactly why I'm looking at these plates
@mroogilyboogily9207 Жыл бұрын
Great input ,especially with a vest that holds these plates
@liftsalty3 жыл бұрын
If you've got a full set of bumpers and tend to run out of sleeve length on heavy deadlifts and squats, having a few pairs of these 45s would be a great option for mixing in.
@damnvruv19943 жыл бұрын
Not a problem for me. I'm too weak anyways
@GarageGymReviews3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, that is why I'm ordered a set. It's annoying to have to strap plates on to keep them on while deadlifting. - Mike, GGR Community Manager
@bdegrds2 жыл бұрын
You can get about 585 on the bar with bumper plates. 99.9% of people in the gym are not lifting that
@TheBitcoinBoomer2 жыл бұрын
I was wondering if one of the 25 or 35 lbs slims would fit inside the deep dish. If you could stack two deep dish 45s, each with a 35 lbs slim inside.
@fighter-yo3di Жыл бұрын
@@TheBitcoinBoomerLate here but probably not. The center where the barbell goes in extends to the lip, meaning that you couldn’t fit the smaller plate within. The center would prevent that.
@SuperBizalz3 жыл бұрын
8:44 - C’mon Coop! You’re making a freaking video on these plates! You should’ve verified on the Rogue website to see what they specify as the tolerance. (They state +2% / -0%, btw)
@Malice_MTG3 жыл бұрын
I work in a box plant, you would not believe the price difference between a box like these and lets saw a double corrugated box with a preprinted image. The price of the paper used could be 50 to 60% more.
@moparone79623 жыл бұрын
Some dude in his basement is still getting stronger with his cap plates than many guys with all the expensive stuff. Your muscles and gravity don't care.
@oof5783 жыл бұрын
Weight is weight. Majority of my training has been done with rusty old prison yard shit basically. Works all the damn same.
@moparone79623 жыл бұрын
@@oof578 same here my brother
@Isaiah-ft5nx3 жыл бұрын
Gravity is a myth. It’s all about density!
@randybobandy98283 жыл бұрын
@@Isaiah-ft5nx no it isn't. Why do satellites orbit if it's all about density?
@Isaiah-ft5nx3 жыл бұрын
@@randybobandy9828 how do you know they orbit? Can you prove that?
@sunbroke26793 жыл бұрын
I love this dudes content. It's like gym advice and gym gear reviews from a chill dad who can lift cars
@tomlyons70663 жыл бұрын
AGGRO Bar review PLEEEEASE!!! Coop is the man!
@Rolroorlo3 жыл бұрын
I think since I dont max out the bar, I would prefer the deep dish At least for the 20Kg
@rjjoat66093 жыл бұрын
The antithesis of fake plates, my ego couldn’t handle them 🙈
@girlsdrinkfeck3 жыл бұрын
if ya using pounds ya ego is intact since the number is higher than real measurements lol
@Alex-lc1bv3 жыл бұрын
@@girlsdrinkfeck not if you measure in grams 😎
@adamkunkel3 жыл бұрын
@@Alex-lc1bv I measure strictly in grains.
@mx_nana_banana3 жыл бұрын
@@adamkunkel yeah well I measure in milligrams.
@roj_0003 жыл бұрын
Would be great to see these on the rogue dumbbell handles and see how it compares to usual thickness of cast iron plates. Another great video, Coop
@chiptune_3 жыл бұрын
Think for the price, if I wanted a thin plate, but one a bit easier to grip and handle, I'd go with the Bells of Steel machined plates. If I wanted a more 'calibrated' experience, I'd just get calibrated
@KronicNitron3 жыл бұрын
"no edge to grab" coop hasnt met the face of a 25kg eleiko comp steel plate on the floor
@kanwarsaini30433 жыл бұрын
Been training with these for a few weeks now and love them!
@BadassBobY3 жыл бұрын
These look so sleek and smooth, I wouldn't even wanna workout with these, probably would've framed these and stared at them forever.
@nawazsayed15793 жыл бұрын
I'm in love with this gym plates 😍❤
@GarageGymReviews3 жыл бұрын
They are sweet, I could not believe how thin they really were. -Mike, GGR Community Manager
@gabrielrojo43263 жыл бұрын
Need a review on the AGGRO Ohio power bar man
@paulhoffmann97463 жыл бұрын
YES. Just saw them in new segment and got horny for that knurling already...
@infiniteaaron2 жыл бұрын
That was fun. Glad to have found the channel. I don't necessarily plan to buy weights anytime soon (as technically, the building my Rabbi owns has a nice gym in the back). However, it's amazing how dense these plates are, and how ACCURATE! Thank you for the video (and the recommendation links)!
@BaldOmniMan3 жыл бұрын
Never have been too picky with plates, tolerances are the only thing I look for
@vicenteochoa64983 жыл бұрын
And the only affordable ones right now are 3%
@theowaf88223 жыл бұрын
I have 2x55lbs, 6x45lbs and 2x25lbs. They are currently my fav plates. Go for it people, you won't regret!
@dc20903 жыл бұрын
Pretty sure I'm buying the deep dish if I ever need more iron plates. But those thin ones look good, very little wasted space which I always wondered why they didn't already do that??
@kal3863 жыл бұрын
It wouldn’t visually look impressive if someone benched 2 plates with these thin ones
@Sloimer3 жыл бұрын
What is the benefit of the deep dish plates?
@fighter-yo3di Жыл бұрын
@@Sloimer Mainly handling. They’re easier to grip and move around
@peterbiglin85862 жыл бұрын
3:59 what you doing with your fingers
@neolannaidoo86083 жыл бұрын
Please do an updated gym tour
@GarageGymReviews3 жыл бұрын
There will be one coming soon. -Mike, GGR Community Manager
@joecowan37193 жыл бұрын
Incredible how many options there are today for types of plates...and to think Ed Coan was setting world records on lb plates they weighed after the meet sometimes!
@GarageGymReviews3 жыл бұрын
It really is amazing thinking of all the options. I think you are right, they definitely did not use calibrated plates like today. -Mike, GGR Community Manager.
@JustinRudd423 жыл бұрын
I think the 10 pound would make the loadable DB-15s more attractive. 10 pound are 0.8 inch and the DB-15 have a 6.75 inch sleeve. Minus the 1.5 for the Oso collar, you could get max 120# of plates on there. Pick up pair of 2.5 and 5, you’ve got 5 pound increments from 15 to 135.
@richards64313 жыл бұрын
They look nice, but other than for aesthetics it would make more sense to get calibrated plates.
@AmorFati777X Жыл бұрын
Are the 45's a noticeably bigger pain to handle than your typical 45lb plate due to the extreme thinness?
@danielprest58873 жыл бұрын
sure they look nice, Close to calibrated, however its a small sample size. For most people not needed ideal plates for some passive pinch grip training, since alot of people ignore hand/forearm training.
@sweetchildofnine66773 жыл бұрын
I want Rogue's Standard 45 plates be to made here. Like I think those are the most beautiful plates but I want em made here
@itsShibuya3 жыл бұрын
As a casual workout guy who uses rubber plates, how do you lift these off the ground when they're flat on the floor? Is there enough friction on the side to bring it to a stand?
@StrongbyLee Жыл бұрын
Keep a flathead screwdriver around.
@rate4ever3 жыл бұрын
If anyone wants to send me their old plates, I'll gladly accept them :)
@binyamj3 жыл бұрын
I bought these USA Olympic plates, because the deep dish are apparently very loud. These thin plates are still very tinny and noisy. They’re ductile iron, but sound like pure steel. My Iron Grip iron plates are very dull sounding and much quieter. Also, several of these plates arrived very scratched up on the back.
@pawadventures55443 жыл бұрын
I like the deep dish because it looks like I'm lifting more weight than I'm actually lifting. 😃 I would buy them. Good video. 👍🏻😎
@healthylifestyletips52424 ай бұрын
I saw on rogue website a 25lb Olympic rogue usa plate pair priced at 148.00 dollars. I am confused that it says 25lb pair on the front, does it mean that for 148.00$ I get 2 plates of 25lb each? I mean will they give me 25lb 1 plate in 148$ or 2 plates?
@rlankford343 жыл бұрын
Hi Coop, Great Review as always. I noticed the new flooring. Can you give us a link or review?
@GarageGymReviews3 жыл бұрын
Hi Rob, it's Eleiko flooring ,here is the link.- Mike, GGR Community Manager. shop.eleiko.com/en-us/equipment/flooring/elt1-000153-qb-eleiko-floor-tile-nordic-night?ref=GY65fxs5WPI12
@MudPig61103 жыл бұрын
These would be great for a reverse hyper of loadable lat pull down if you’re going mad heavy.
@allnighter20113 жыл бұрын
I think these serve a very specific purpose for those who run out of sleeve length, which is a small group... but aside from that and considering the price, i don't know why anyone would choose those over calibrated plates... i can see those having more cons than pros for everyday home gymmers... (hard to grip, loud, easy to scratch, expensive, and even aesthetically unpleasing when your squat or deadlift weight is average so you end up with a bar and few thin plates looking awkward...etc)
@thingwhatever2 жыл бұрын
These plates would be an awesome combo with the kensui ez vest‼️ 👌
@Lomez077342 жыл бұрын
Heads up to buyers, 6 of my 12 plates came with scratches. Rogue essentially said they will still work, and that they can’t help. Pretty disappointing response them. I’d advise anyone who buys to film yourself opening the plate box.
@dustinjohnson75383 жыл бұрын
Check out weight it out plates. They are thinner and Claim near calibrated 2oz or less from stated weight. The change plates are awesome for loadable dumbbells.
@leelandthepantheribarra Жыл бұрын
Coop: I’m so use to holding thick things Me: PAUSE!!!!!!!
@KenanTurkiye3 жыл бұрын
3:31 how can you not love this guy and his vids 👍 Been away from training and the internetz for 3 months, good to be back to all this, good stuff Coop.
@scrappylifter83183 жыл бұрын
The 45 lb plate looks about the thickness of the 25 kg calibrated plate from Hansu. Their plates are double boxed for shipping.
@willpate34573 жыл бұрын
Would you recommend these or The Strength Co plates? With shipping costs the Rogue actually come out just slightly cheaper. Looking to get 2-3 pairs of 45s to supplement bumpers.
@martinshoosterman3 жыл бұрын
I want these just because I feel like my grip strength will naturally improve significantly from loading these all of the time.
@APere0473 жыл бұрын
I can't decide what to get!. Im still a sub 500lb lifter but I'm about to max out my big fat bumpers. Do you think it would be dangerous to deadlift with these on 3/4 stall mats over a concrete floor ? Also is there any benefits/drawbacks of using for deadlifts vs the deep dish?
@dbsasuke3 жыл бұрын
Only difference to deep dish is you can fit more of these on the bar. If you’re using big bumpers these thin ones will be a good compliment to add more weight to the bar as they will fit. Stall mats will have no problem with these at all over concrete. Nothing to worry about.
@APere0473 жыл бұрын
@@dbsasuke thanks for the info. I appreciate it
@deleter1823 Жыл бұрын
Nice review I need plates that are thinner but heavier like my rubber coated 55 pounds plates take most room but if floor is covered I rather get those thin plates to load more weight on bar . Keep it up !!!!!❤❤
@TonyJelev3 жыл бұрын
Can you do CLMBR review? It looks like a great concept.
@slc3083 жыл бұрын
Did you know that a 17.5 inch plate of 1 inch thick steel with a 2 inch center hole in it weighs 67.3 pounds. And a 17.25 inch plate weights 65.3 pounds. And they can be had from most metal shops, plasma cut or laser cut to size for about 50 dollars each. Also, they aren't cast iron and won't break if you really abuse them.
@Avitus92723 жыл бұрын
After training on calibrated kilo plates. Thick plates just don't feel the same. Definitely gonna get a set of these for my home gym!! I just love the thin profile!!
@GarageGymReviews3 жыл бұрын
I agree the thin profiled feels different and allows to load more weight on the plate.- Mike, GGR Community Manager.
@eli94783 жыл бұрын
Unless you're deadlifting 800 pounds plus, I think the deep dish are the best choice for most people. Again great review!
@supernoodles9083 жыл бұрын
Hmmm depends if you're training for powerlifting. Deep dish plates, especially past 400lbs, is significantly easier. So you want to train how you compete. Other than that l, yeah, deep dish
@brianfox3403 жыл бұрын
Setting them next to each other really shows how exactly the same the finishing process is
@julien.le.createur3 жыл бұрын
When you think someone brings you a pizza box but it's an olympic plate :(
@hulkslayer6263 жыл бұрын
As nice as those are, I really really want those deep dish plates! Seriously considering selling all my Titan Fitness bumper plates to get them!
@Jesse-gr3jq3 жыл бұрын
I have the old York deep dish plates with the machined backs. Such a neat plate
@OWPhD3 жыл бұрын
Coop, I purchased a set of these, 6 45lbs and 2 25lb plates. Each one has (to varying degree), what Rogue is calling, hanger marks inside the hubs. The hanger, according to Rogue, is used to hang the plate for coating. Do your USA Olympic plates have these markings or is the entire hub smooth?
@aklein8923 жыл бұрын
That is a normal part of any coating process and after using a plate for any time the coating will wear off the inside hub from taking it on and off the barbell. It's a non-issue.
@gray_gogy2 жыл бұрын
How's the battery life?
@thanumgaming3 жыл бұрын
Pro tip - run your entire edited video through a compressor / level limiter before uploading. Intro is WAY louder then the rest of the video. Great review as always Coop!
@Lomez077343 жыл бұрын
@garage gym reviews how has it been handling the plates now that’s you’ve had them for a while?
@Thrallbra3 жыл бұрын
One thing about these 55lbs is that KG people can buy then because they are 25kg with less than an ounce of diference. So they can use these on mix and mach sets
@claysmitty64783 жыл бұрын
Speaking of thin plates, I really hope to see a video of the Weigh It Out plates.
@claysmitty64782 жыл бұрын
Any possibility of seeing this review Coop?
@AmorFati777X Жыл бұрын
How hard are they to handle compared to normal 45s? Not sure if gripping will be more of a chore with these or not, especially in tight spaces.
@reavl64943 жыл бұрын
8:37 isn't under way better? then you can add calibration. I don't think you want to shave off metal
@aarondilley52662 жыл бұрын
I would love to see you review Watson pro Olympic plates
@dmanzawsome3 жыл бұрын
Always thought the deep dish looked really tacky so I like these a lot more.
@carps_gym3 жыл бұрын
They kept the spokes on the 25s like StrengthCo. But theirs are also on the 10s too
@solidstream133 жыл бұрын
They would be a good choice if you have a Thruster bar which has a short sleeve. Then you can load more weight for deadlifts.
@justinhallam26933 жыл бұрын
I think you should do an review on the "SQUAT RACKS CANADA" SRC Classic Machined Steel Weight Plates, or the SRC Onyx Carbon Steel Weight Plates. they claim an 1% tolerance, and they claim to be thinner at .75" compared to the rouge at .89" and theyre also made in Canada
@WeiderMystic3 жыл бұрын
Love them, but don't know why they are more expensive than the Deep Dish - same machining, pattern, less milled material. It's cheaper to buy the thinner billet material, and machine less out of it. Though, I guess these are just cast and finished up on the CNC. oh man those 25s are sexy
@dc20903 жыл бұрын
pretty certain they're cast, then machined, not completely machined from a solid chunk of billet.
@WeiderMystic3 жыл бұрын
@@dc2090 yeah, i understand that, they still surface finish the underside and sides. less surface area to machine and less to powdercoat/cerakote. Also, smaller shipping boxes, can ship more at a time if within weight constraints. cost savings all around.
@rquattro113 жыл бұрын
I totally agree. Makes no sense why more expensive. Cast is also cheaper than maching from a solid piece
@AIveoIus3 жыл бұрын
They're more expensive because Rogue knows people will see a shiny new Rogue product and then trip over themselves to spend their money on it. No matter what the product is.
@r1ashad3 жыл бұрын
Different weight size thickness might have something to do with being able to fit standard weight rack spacing.
@arroz19713 жыл бұрын
All my weight plates and dumbells I have ever weighed have been less weight by like a lb to lb and a half EXCEPT for my 1980's 25lb weights or my x-mark dumbbells.
@johnnguyen6044 Жыл бұрын
That is one super-nice thin plate, or until you accidentally drop it on your foot. You can imagine dropping the plate on your foot, when loading/offloading the thin plates before/after squatting. Better safe than sorry, with the Deep Dish, or a Bumper Plate.
@jonathanteneyck3 жыл бұрын
In regards to maxing the weight out, I don't see that really is an issue with most plates. The Rogue Deadlift bar gives over 15" of sleeve, which could hold 5 100# deep dish plates per side (I realize most wouldn't have that many but for argument's sake) which is over 1,000. Or 7 45# per side which is 685 or a combination like 2 100's and 4 45's for over 800. That's enough for most people's deadlift and certainly for other lifts. I know some lifters are stronger and there needs to be room for a collar or a clip but all in all, I think these come down to an argument over aesthetic or price before a legit argument over weight capacity. imo
@deadliftdad2 жыл бұрын
I’d love to see these compared to Weight It Out they’re also USA made and claim to be the thinnest on the market
@Bemwidood3 жыл бұрын
I would never max out a barbell with any style of weight plate because i’m just that weak… but I DO want those thin style plates now XD
@paulhopkins6863 жыл бұрын
Me too 👍
@greghill1583 жыл бұрын
It might be a minor difference, but having the weights closer to your body should theoretically create a mechanical advantage and allow you to lift more weight. That might actually be a fun experiment to do if nobody has.
@dicksharpe56223 жыл бұрын
No, physically it's exactly the same. The main practical difference in terms of making a lift easier or harder is that having the weight further on the outsideof the bar makes it bend more, which makes deadlifts easier.
@yotube97973 жыл бұрын
I believe theres been experiments where test subjects lifted more if the weight appeared smaller. So bumpers “felt” heavier than regular plates.
@Rocket4ce3 жыл бұрын
Why no stainless steel insert? Would help with rust and paint.
@gblcc36072 жыл бұрын
Could u review the strength shop cast iron plates. Please
@jackbravo84963 жыл бұрын
thanks! been waiting for this review. thinking about these plates over the deep dish. EDIT: ah too bad..was hoping to have a bit more lip for carrying around
@GarageGymReviews3 жыл бұрын
For me personally I want these over deep dish to make sure I can get the weight on the bar going heavy.- Mike, GGR Community Manager
@jackbravo84963 жыл бұрын
@@GarageGymReviews I wish they were more like the old Ivankos. I measured the lip on the inside. It's about 0.75", just enough to grab past the first knuckle
@matto41023 жыл бұрын
Similar to Weight It Out Plates with the thinness, but Iron vs. Steel.
@xGambit133 жыл бұрын
I got lucky a few months ago and got KG calibrated plates on Rogue for about $200 for a pair of 25kgs but I really want t hose deep dish plates
@Zyzienzergling3 жыл бұрын
It's crazy that my calibrated plates are thinner. The rogue ones do have a nice look
@joel59563 жыл бұрын
I could see those being a good alternative to calibrated plates if they made 55lb versions. Otherwise, I think they're in a weird middle ground between calibrated and regular iron plates.
@squealer423 жыл бұрын
You need to get your eye up there a lot closer to the scope to see the target properly.
@Izzy-nj1su3 жыл бұрын
How do these compare to the Strength Co. plates.
@forbiddionexile72873 жыл бұрын
And what do you think tech is boxed in...cardboard no foam half the time
@StonedGoku3 жыл бұрын
great for the kensui vest
@alexh93683 жыл бұрын
The 10lb plates are perfect for loadable dumbells
@GarageGymReviews3 жыл бұрын
Yes, those were my exact thoughts when he unboxed them.- Mike, GGR Community Manager
@paimtime98423 жыл бұрын
Is it more prone to crack or break due to the thickness?
@markwatanabe833 жыл бұрын
You sold me. Bought em!
@Senick3 жыл бұрын
Nice calipers Coop!
@carlfitness3023 жыл бұрын
coops do an review on the cheap adjustable bench in amazon there's a lot in there
@DrTopLiftDPT3 жыл бұрын
Can we get some wider plates, maybe even plates are made to look like two plates stacked and hollow inside. So we all look stronger lol
@laurynfromtheLAB3 жыл бұрын
So you’re going to do a video of them on the dumblers right
@monawoka973 жыл бұрын
But if the plates are thin... It doesn't look like I'm lifting as much weight xD. My ego cannot withstand anything other than bumper plates. Makes a 315 deadlift look monstrous.