The Best Bench Press Bar I've Ever Used...The Kabuki Kadillac Bar Review!

[@GarageGymReviews]

What video should we post next? Titan Yukon Bar Review, Garage Gym Walkthrough, or Rogue Monster Bench 2.0 Review?

[@rodolfomedini9931]

Titan Yukon please... I don't buy anything from them till it has the Coop stamp of approval.

[@matthewarnold2802]

Walk through!

[@MrGusOrlando]

Garage Gym Walkthrough! Would love to see an update with all the new equipment!

[@jayceeroldan7078]

colorado strength raptor fitness racks! lol

[@HarlemGreatest]

Shipping was only $30 🤣. The bar is over $400

[@post_rockybalboa]

Coop is the "General Grievous" of olympic barbells

[@roymarshall_]

Hello there

[@paulblake1164]

The nickname I have for those types of bars is; a concussion bar. Because you have to be careful getting up or lying down while using them.

[@_Yep_Yep_]

Wow ive been using dumbells for 25 years because the bench bar would/does dislocate my shoulders. This kabuki bar has a grip that i wish i could have been using since i was a kid.

[@rodolfomedini9931]

To stop the flipping they should make the part that touches the J cup flat on the bottom. Relatively easy design change

[@danbuckles2745]

Attach a screw clamp at the point where it hits the jay clip.

[@rotiahikawai4612]

Weld a gusset directly onto the bar where it makes contact on the j cup. Cos u dnt want to grind a flat spot . Or even 2 gussets. To give stabillity both ways. .. that way its 4 points of contact and not just 2

[@PK_Dutch]

If your rack allows, a reversed setup micro mini band will do the trick. Thank you for the great review.

[@garyfritz9810]

I bought the bar recently and it is fantastic! I have shoulder and elbow problems and it is much easier on my joints. It is pricy but I would rather invest in good bars than any other part of my home gym. I have an inexpensive rack and plates but went all out for specialty bars. Great job on the channel Coop.

[@bigkahuna3534]

so you still feel this bar is easier on your shoulders?

[@garyfritz9810]

@@bigkahuna3534 no doubt. I don’t use a straight bar at all now. I’ve upgraded to a Rogue Monster rack to get better stability . Again a little more expensive but I’ll have it forever and safety is really important since I lift alone.

[@autisumconisor6317]

This man is a collector of bars

[@avinashtyagi2]

Some men buy a new car during their mid-life crisis, Coop buys more bars

[@bigkahuna3534]

@@avinashtyagi2 why isn't coop more buff??

[@SweatiestToes]

This channel is like Linus Tech Tips but for lifting lmao

[@sergiogonzalez7391]

Except Linus actually uses computers

[@Guy-dv9xw]

Sergio Gonzalez lol

[@QuickQuips]

@@sergiogonzalez7391 You mean drops them.

[@rickregen1060]

American BB has free shipping most of the time on their bars and that one is on sale at $350 alot as well. It is a great bar. The sleeves rotate, it has knurled handles, and it has the center cutout which makes overhead pressing easier. I have the one with straight handles as well

[@HeathWatts]

Great review. Thanks for doing it. Chris Duffin made another video about this bar where he talked about the balanced feel of the bar while pressing. It's designed to not tip forward or backward like most Swiss/football bars do when pressing. Have you found that to be the case?

[@OfficialMarkZuckerberg]

There is alot of reasons that make this bar worth buying that werent covered, no fault to GGR but I would recommend watching the Kabuki video explaining the engineering behind it. They talk about why the handles are angled and explain how the handles are above center of the weight for stability (which is why it flips). TLDR, it might be higher in price but theres a good reason and its worth it .

[@sverrewilson870]

Looks to me like you don't really get much more ROM because of the 2cm or 3/4" lip on both sides (the frame) which makes the ROM shorter had it been straight, and it doesn't bend that much unless you use the outer handles.

[@JasonSmith-fu6oi]

you could add a steel eyelet bolt and then attach a carabiner to that and use that as a lat pull bar with that little hole in the middle. or drill it slightly larger to accomodate the eyelet bolt

[@kickznlifts]

A lot of comments hating on Coops physique. One thing to understand is not everyone has the same goals. Not everyone wants to look like a bodybuilder.

[@guillermotijerino]

Mamelo

[@chadmorris946]

Well he's reviewing equipment and he has the physique of someone how can't lift anything more than 25lb bumper plates on each side. Sorry if I want to know if a bar is good then you need someone who can really hit things hard. He has no triceps and no biceps and doesnt even have any vascularity

[@nathansmith603]

@@chadmorris946 such a chad comment lol

[@georgecoffin4453]

@@nathansmith603 lmao!!

[@ThereforeIAmHim]

@@chadmorris946 he has a 500lb dl tho, thats very good. do you?

[@GarageGym411]

3:05 - The Kadillac bar (and swiss bars, in general) is actually helpful for those with shoulder issues! Just ask Joe DeFranco. If you are worried about the increased range of motion, there are a few things you can do. # 1) Use resistance bands (from above) and employ the 'future method' - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZasknSZba6Jadk # 2) You can try to 'flip' the Kadillac bar over so that the 'arc' touches your chest sooner, shortening the range of motion. # 3) strap a pad (or a benchblokz) to the Kadillac bar to simulate a board press and reduce the range of motion, as desired.

[@kevinstreisant2402]

If going for the best how would this compare to the Elite FTS Cambered bar?

[@SmokinBuddha]

I added felt tape on each corner of the Kabuki Kadillac bar to avoid scratching up the power rack.

[@HisDivineShado]

If you're buying Kabuki are you really worried about price to the point you'd be ok with bolting on the sleeves?

[@TheJdangle]

Yeah and remove the laser cut kabuki name to save some money. Machining the holes to bolt the sleeves on is probably more expensive than welding it. Titan has a similar bar for 170. I’ll go with that. This bar is worth 300 dollars tops.

[@EJH-jn6mo]

What I believe Coop is mistaken about is that the bar may be more risky for those with shoulder issues. As someone who has a few shoulder surgeries and uses a regular straight bar the Kadillac leaves my shoulders without any joint pain.

[@HerrSchaft007]

thx! thats why i just ordered and i got confused with his statement.

[@bradfordburton5058]

I think he was addressing the extra stretch/ROM at the bottom of the benching motion that puts your shoulders in an even more vulnerable position. I had a Titan cambered bar I didn't like....but I always used it upside down and the combination of the neutral grip, close elbows to sides and LESS range of motion was great for benching.

[@glink7398]

I like this type of bar Looks way less tensions on wrists

[@jessetaylor3354]

I wish the sleeves were attach like the trap bar hd its much cleaner ... and have the option for knurled grip even if that powder coat is nice and grippy

[@keithkalson4722]

Flip the bar over and press it curved upward instead of curved down. Now the curve doesn't cause over stretching during the lifts. Badass bar Coop!

[@Laocoon283]

I think you want a deep stretch though

[@selfinflictedjoy]

I have a Swiss bar...they are amazing. I don't use them overhead press as I have to arch the back to far as they have a square frame

[@mach5jeep]

I like my Rep Direct bar simply because I user it more for the OHP than the bench. Plus my shoulders don't really need, or want, the extra stretch during a bench press

[@GarageGymReviews]

Extremely underrated bar.

[@acecool72]

@@GarageGymReviews what’s your opinion on the titan fitness multi grip camber bar?

[@axe7adrian]

just saw this advertised to me recently, thank you soo much for this review 👏🏽

[@primofxdls4065]

Seen similar bars to this but not just like this. These are great to use to train with. Anytime you can change the angle or hand placement gives the muscles some new stimulus

[@OneMenWreckingCrew]

you miss the best part of the bar. It doesnt wobble your wrist, thanks to the bend.

[@ajleuty2387]

Awesome! Can’t wait for the Titan version! Lol

[@GarageGym411]

I just threw-up in my mouth a little.

[@MajesticSkywhale]

@@GarageGym411 im of the opinion that Titan is perfectly acceptable for a home gym (bias: I bought one of their Logs because no way in hell am I dropping $500 on a rogue log) while Rogue or EliteFTS are pre-requisites for a quality real gym.

[@cody4916]

Titan is fine.

[@romansalem3752]

It’s out I ordered it lol

[@GainsMarathon]

@@MajesticSkywhale I agree, Titan is completely acceptable for me. I'm not some wanna be boojee garage gym owner lol

[@charliefowler4225]

Amazing bar that I used on site at the kabuki lab. My problem is that I ordered mine literally 46 days ago and still not shipped. Furthermore zero proactive communication from them. They are a victim of great product, terrible customer service.

[@mmullane31]

Charlie Fowler can’t agree enough. Everything I’ve ordered has been listed as in stock, yet it takes months to get here. Following up after a few weeks I always learn there was some issue and they’re delayed. Fucking communicate these things to people without them having to hound you for updates. Such an easy thing to fix, too.

[@flippino35]

took my transformer bar 3 months to get shipped. have you emailed them and asked where your stuff is.

[@charliefowler4225]

flippino35 it’s all reactive communication. Nothing proactive from them. And it’s always wrong. I had the money set aside for a Duffalo bar but they aren’t getting any more of my business.

[@mikesmith379]

Sounds like they are manufacturing on demand and not building up stock.

[@charliefowler4225]

mikesmith379 proactive communication and keeping the customer informed takes seconds once a week.

[@joseluis7808]

its $500 shipped!.

[@rodolfomedini9931]

Wow impressive but for the price tag I'd get the current Titan Camber swiss bar or wait till they clone it in version 2.0

[@srhyse]

I have that bar and love it. Aside from the admittedly nice stainless steel sleeves on the Kabuki, I’m not sure there’s a reason to clone it. Titan’s is a little wide, but so is this one apparently. It also has a pair of close grip handles that this one lacks. If this one’s a little better balanced I guess there’s that.

[@Drip4Less_]

@@srhyse Does the titan fit in a standard width rack? A guy i know had one for $160 and i'm thinking about buying it

[@srhyse]

Bearded Wavy Mine did. Any speciality bar usually has less wiggle room there, but I never had any issues with mine.

[@acecool72]

@@Drip4Less_ on titan fitness website it’s only 170 with free shipping is it comparable to the elite fts or kabuki if I don’t wanna spend over 300 dollars

[@acecool72]

@@srhyse is the titan comparable to elite fts and kabuki cause I like the price point of the titan fitness multi grip camber bar

[@PeakBagger999]

Excellent bar! Coop, you could also do full ROM bent-over rows with it.

[@GarageGymReviews]

Yep, definitely.

[@dru123456789]

He lost me at 399...

[@thepope2412]

Honestly that’s not too expensive for this type of product

[@nonyobussiness3440]

The Pope yeah it’s a lot of metal

[@thepope2412]

@@nonyobussiness3440 It's not that. A good bar cost $200 in the first place. And since this is more or less a specialized barbell that's more niche and requires more expensive manufacturing it would be quite a bit more expensive.

[@Sagis615]

yeah me to lol

[@nonyobussiness3440]

The Pope that’s my point manufactured metal gym equipment is expensive to make. It’s not expensive for what it is

[@zarate1om]

2 years late but honestly I’m not a fan of the bolted sleeves. I’m not sure what the shipping difference is in cost, but a one time payment for permanent welds just seems like a better play in my book.

[@stepantrofimovich751]

Good review. Thanks for sharing.

[@msal3690]

Garage gym walk through!!! And you need to come down to Houston TX and check out our little garage gym community round here!!! Year round training weather

[@GarageGymReviews]

Would love to visit!

[@larrypotts564]

I joined a gym recently. They have one similar. Its huge. It looks like a grill from hummer. Got to try it.

[@CaptCanuck4444]

Recessed bolt heads would have been nice.

[@GarageGym411]

0:51 - Current Kadillac Bar price is $449.00 (use coupon code 'COOP5' to bring it down to $427.50.) Ordered my Kadillac Bar 14 weeks ago - the advertised wait time (at the time I ordered it) was 9-12 weeks. Hopefully, I'll get it before December 2020. Zzzzzz...

[@jdawg1835]

Elite FTS American Gridiron is what I got. I got dumbbells if I want an extra stretch at the bottom.

[@GarageGymReviews]

Great bar as well.

[@bigdap100]

08:80 I have the Titan Fitness Camber bat and I strap mine too, I strap all my barbells for safety reasons.

[@JRT140]

My gym has one and that bar is legit

[@budthecyborg4575]

I just can't get full ROM with my Swiss bar. This should be ideal for alleviating my elbow/shoulder pain without reducing ROM (the Swiss bar hits my belly instead of my chest).

[@CaneFu]

I can tell all that expensive equipment that you own has given you tremendous results :-)

[@andyjcoop]

Oohhhhh fucking salty hahahaja

[@petramaier9153]

@@andyjcoop He does have a point though. He looks fit, and I know he prefers his looks this way, but there are people who have barely trained who look more muscular than him. He is quite strong, but he looks weak. No volume training maybe?

[@cm_xxvi9978]

Petra Maier probably doesnt eat that great either

[@petramaier9153]

@@street_preacher I know that. He just really doesn't seem to be going for hypertrophy training at all. Well, preferences are not really something to criticize someone for.

[@caquino671]

I like the bench press variations and Overhead press. What’s your thoughts on doing rows with the bar.?

[@bradbassett1240]

If your workout sucks..Its not the equipment...Its you!

[@GeorgeZimmermen]

Got mine 2 days ago. Very impressed so far

[@Laocoon283]

How does the neutral grip of this bar differ from probated grip of a normal barbell differ in terms of muscle activation? You mention the deeper range of motion so you would think it's better for hypertrophy but I never see anyone benching with a neutral grip.

[@locklear74]

Dang love this bar, but got hit with COVID supply shortages tax no 499. Not so sure at 499 versus 399

[@bigloo2003]

I want to buy it but it's 450 now. If I don't get it at the same price you bought it for, I'm still shopping around.

[@jahbay]

Now it's 475

[@OEM19]

$499 today

[@jahbay]

@@OEM19 Thank You sir. I will not be buying this item ...... obvious price gouging

[@bigloo2003]

@@jahbay I finally got mine. You have to have the patience of Job after you ordered it, but it's worth it.

[@monkeythief5]

Coop, Duffin said that hole is meant for an eye bolt and attachable to a carabiner.

[@GarageGymReviews]

I actually threw one of those on last night. Works well!

[@GarageGym411]

@@GarageGymReviews - RE: 6:17 - Sometime ago, I had submitted a question on the Kadillac Bar's product page (and I misspelled Kadillac, as Cadillac, too, at the time) My question was - " Regarding the Cadillac Bar - did its design team consider including a cable attachment point (near the center) to allow it to be used as a multigrip pulldown bar?" Kabuki's reply was - " We did, which is why there is a hole there for you to add an eye-bolt for that exact use! "

[@nuckythompson8041]

Bolt, nut, and a few washers and you can attach your own 2x4s for block pressing 🙌🏼

[@R4z0R229]

Just put fitting eye bolt with washer trough that hole and you have cable machine attachment

[@GarageGymReviews]

Yep, I did it and it worked great. You can see it on our Instagram: instagram.com/p/B4FssceJ9Sq/

[@bobboberson6664]

Everything kabuki makes is pretty great. The transformer bar is the best squat bar period, provoded you arent going over like 800lbs😊

[@mrmann44]

If you've torn things? That stretch on rotators and joins WILL tear things!

[@thuirwyne]

Hello! Could you do a comparison between the Kabuki Kadillac and Bells of Steel Arch Nemesis?

[@jasonludwick3504]

Hammer grip is so much more natural position for your shoulders for bench press

[@storyofaaron4591]

Have you ever use a Texas Deadlift bar & A Fat Pad for Bench well if not you should try it

[@inquisitor4635]

All three grips should have their own bolts and made to be adjustable in small increments and they should be knurled.

[@mysteriouspartyguy]

Yes please. I was thinking the same thing.

[@jamesvaughan3284]

Why don’t you attached a magnet to the Jcup to stop it flipping.

[@TonyNovation]

Where's the review on the Reps Direct Football Bar you said you were going to do?

[@AnonymousHippo5]

I am thinking the bar would be too heavy to use as a lat bar.

[@berkz350]

I just got mine and the bolts to bolt the sleaves are small and no way to use longer bolts is this the way the make them now

[@bradfordburton5058]

Has anyone used this guy "upside down"? I actually like LESS Range of Motion due to shoulder issues. Less ROM + neutral grip + elbows narually are closer to your sides with a neutral grip = less chance for should injury than a regular bar. Imo.

[@superoriginalname]

this guy has the gym of a pro bodybuilder but a planet fitness body

[@JES8SHRNDZzz]

superoriginalname 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤧🤣🤣🤣

[@MUFFDIVER4U]

🤪🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣you made my day bro..

[@puneetgill8620]

He can probably outlift you

[@SuperSaiyan4523]

I think he looks like a guy his age that lifts and that doesn’t take steroids

[@TommyBlazer]

Not everyone wants to be a big fat bodybuilder

[@MenOfMaturity]

What brand do you think that sells the best Swiss Multi Grip and Football angled barbell bar or the best camered bar? and why choose them is it the price point, the likeness of the Brand? the quality of the bar it's self, eash shipping or like they way they ship? the bar has special features or additonal features more than other bars or is it the TRUST AND LOYALTY that you have for the company you chose to make you a customer of them

[@1986mumbles]

Great Review! If possible, I would love to see you review the Vulcan Swiss/Football bar. It's the the cheapest non-Titan brand of multi-grip bench press bar on your garage gym site, it works with normal spring collars, it fits most power racks, and it has chrome sleeves instead of powder coat. The multi-grip bars from more expensive brands like Rouge and Elite FTS have powder coat sleeves which other reviewers said were prone to chip.

[@reconstructionwouldhavesav9472]

Nobody cares about that Wack ass bar

[@Magnus-pm7ic]

It's 499 now. Would you recommend the American barbell t grip over this now ?

[@jcon7734]

Seems a little expensive, but with that said, if you see new or greater gains as a result of using it then it may well be worth it.

[@bsmbB]

You cant spell kabuki with out bukaki lol

[@GainsMarathon]

Aye I see what you did there - nasty!

[@JasonSmith-fu6oi]

interesting. i think they just took the middle two letters "ka" and switched them with the first two "bu" to form kabuki

[@juancarlosglezsanz7782]

Damn !!! I wish you were my neighbor !!!

[@paulreynolds9003]

Looks like the axel off a 32 ford

[@patricksalazar6949]

Kabuki is alright they still pretty new to the game have a lot to improve on

[@finkfamily7116]

I’m thinking of getting a multi grip bar. And could use some help on try to find the right one. Is there a chance you will be doing any reviews on some different bars.

[@danski6694]

Just get the cheapest version. This Kabuki one is like 500-600 bucks. Other brands are half that

[@MenOfMaturity]

DO U think the cambered bar is better for the ROM for the bench press and Incline press? what is your thought of the KADILLAC BAR ? that bar is 449.99 plus shipping

[@Fitforacting]

You’re a genius with these reviews man!!! Question for you. What is your fitness goal with all this equipment? You could open your own gym with all the quality pieces you have.

[@GarageGymReviews]

I actually do own a personal training studio: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHulknyOoc5nfpI I have all of this equipment because I review all of this equipment. Similar to a tech reviewer, but for gym equipment.

[@dennisd2187]

So I live in Hawaii where most things don't ship due to cost. I'm looking for a football type bar that ships here. The Kabuki is nice, but it's $450 plus $168 shipping to Hawaii. With their 5% discount, it's about $600 to get to me. Based on comments, it seems like no one on the continental US would pay that much for a specialty bar. But here, while I was looking for one, Titan doesn't ship here and neither does AB. We have a local AB retailer that has none in stock due to Covid19, but if they did, the T-Grip Bar is $500 plus tax or around $525. I have wrist and shoulder injuries so was hoping for this type of bar to allow me to bench better. Anyone have any thoughts? I mean, a cerakote AB training bar costs $430 here.

[@theowaf8822]

Why so negative about the price? I love mine. Use it all the time at home. It's the best!

[@NickSiekierski]

can you squat with this?

[@theowaf8822]

@@NickSiekierski Why would you want to squat with it? Use the Duffalo bar instead. I have t hat one also.

[@NickSiekierski]

@@theowaf8822 Price mostly, this would be better for my shoulder for bench, but if that's all I'm using it for a cheaper Swiss Bar makes more sense.

[@theowaf8822]

@@NickSiekierski you only live once.... why not make it amazing? This is my fav bar in my collection. Go buy it bro!

[@NickSiekierski]

@@theowaf8822 alright! signed up on the "cosmetic blemish" wait list

[@michaellopez-lq5fn]

Couldn’t you deadlift with the Duffalo as if you have a really small wagon wheel plate or you’re piling off a block? Or just do “deficit” pulls to make is standard height? I’m trying to justify it as my only bar

[@rtm6930]

What the rackable dimensions so everyone worrying about it being rackable shouldn’t be concerned.

[@TheHalusis]

The front area of the shoulders are being used

[@devin3863]

That looks really nice to use.

[@FoxRider856]

It’s okay

[@Dippedinblackink]

This or the Elitefts American cambered bar?

[@scottwalburn6193]

What are the pros/cons of this over something like the Elite FTS American cambered bar?

[@GarageGym411]

The Kabuki Kadillac bar is just engineered better. Chris Duffin explains why - kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqHMYWSthtZmr8k

[@supportloveaprisoner7980]

@Garage Gym Reviews WHEN I CLICK THE LINK YOU PUT ITS SAYING PRICE IS $499.00 PLUS $85 SHIPPING

[@alecplooff]

Price went up after cost of steel and freight rose during covid. This review is two years old lol.

[@shanephillips8403]

Awesome bar! Hey Coop if you could only choose one bar to bench press which bar would it be and why? Thanks

[@demrobinson9]

Shane he has a video where he talks about all his in house bars. You should check that one out. Also the website has a best bar review article.

[@bmstylee]

I love my Ohio Power Bar. One of the best bars out there.

[@markhalstead2386]

I just bought one, but it was $499 before discount thanks to Covid.

[@57marker]

How much does it weigh?

[@raj1vad]

Hello, is the sleeve on this bar the same as the latest transformer bar (on the transformer bar it is a strong pipe). If this is the same kind of sleeve (so a fixed position with no rotation), then I am interested. As I need to cut the sleeves down slightly to allow them to fit in my narrow garage (I have a lathe and it works perfectly to cut/shorten any bar without spin), Appreciate any feedback.

[@BJLS19]

Like is it good for rowing too because i want the most of out a multi grip bar

[@yo8102]

Or use the old and dependable DB.

[@combat_sportsbuff2637]

those swiss bars are excellent for shoulders. i always have should pain benching but not with these

[@ryandwalmsley2038]

Can this be used as a cable attachment if you take off the collars

[@tampajep]

Hi. Can a cambered bar be used to do incline bench presses?

[@Audunsfitness]

Absolutely, why shouldn't it...?

[@bigkahuna3534]

why isn't coop jacked by now?

[@patricksalazar6949]

I also made a multi grip bar for under like 50 bucks lol

[@jerrymatthew4394]

The price of the bar, $ 435 whit the shipping, is what I paid for a Lat Machine, and an Half Squat Rack, both in wood. So, it's a nice bar, but not for everyone.

[@CoCody_]

I've used many multi grip bars, and normal barbells, and this bar is the only bar I like to flat bench with. If you're on a budget and only want the bare essentials, then a straight barbell is ok. Only get speciality bars if your serious about upgrading your home gym.

[@alexanderliberson2566]

@@CoCody_how does this bar compare with the new Rogue multi grip bar?

[@Tombalino]

This bar is a dream

[@slocoast5]

Coop needs to time travel on HRT ( Greg Doucette reference)

[@chrismurphy7320]

I know this is an old post, but I thought it interesting that the new kadillac bar I just got a month ago does not have the hole drilled out in the X

[@GarageGym411]

Not cool! I am waiting to hear back from Kabuki about this