The Best Curl Bars… EZ-Curl, Rackable, Budget, High-End!

[@thisismenchi]

The first patented curl bar was engineered by Lewis Dymeck in 1950 and called the "Dymeck curl bar". The rights were sold a number of years later and the name was changed to "EZ curl bar". The EZ is just an abbreviation for easy.

[@GarageGymReviews]

Thanks for the history lesson. Love learning things like this. - Coop

[@prescottosegie]

Thanks for the history lesson I appreciate it very much 💪😎

[@medicmike7549]

“Ez is just an abbreviation for easy”… I remember when I learned English too…

[@highviewbarbell]

@@medicmike7549 it's weird for non-Americans because they would say it "E Zed" and thus not even make the connection

[@jgw928]

And they're "easy" in the sense that they're "easy" on your body. A neutral wrist position puts less strain on the tendons in the forearm and is therefore less likely to cause tendonitis.

[@nickjames2002]

The Vulcan curl bar should have been included. It is near identical to the Rogue and much cheaper

[@Emoney2322]

agreed

[@trogdor8634]

Rep, titan, rogue repeat ggr has a formula.

[@viviannguyen5850]

Agree. Seems like he want to promote Rogue’s products only

[@uclajd]

It has chrome sleeves.

[@James-dy6zh]

5 lbs difference...the rogue is heavier

[@ront2457]

I have an xmark curl bar that I love...EZ curl means easier on the wrists and elbows...due to the hand angle the bar gives to reduce stress on the wrists especially

[@evansouth7600]

i love watching these videos years later, and then going to see all the companies listening to him on these reviews. Rogue added their name, more knurling, and added the weight to the end cap. lol!! love it. They did the same thing with the cambered bar, changing handles to 32mm.. GO COOP!!

[@DANA-lx8cv]

I have a Rogue curl bar. After a few years of use, it still looks brand new. I like the 30 pound start weight too. It feels sturdy and you can really load it up.

[@gavinkwan5403]

Was it e-coat or cerakote?

[@DANA-lx8cv]

@@gavinkwan5403 Cerakote. I also have 2 Rogue Ohio bars, a black one in black oxide and a red one with cerakote. They all look pretty good still. The black oxide one has a slight patina in the high use areas, but I think it makes it look even better. The knurling feels slightly different on each. The red is a touch sharper, and the black a tiny bit smoother.

[@speedbumpmedia9584]

You need to try the Bells of Steel industrial rackable curl bar. Much better design with great bends, more aggressive knurling, and the weight is on the end caps. I was very pleasantly surprised with how much I love that rackable curl bar.

[@bench175]

I'm going to post a review I made on the BoS bar tomorrow. I hated it and sold it. Its made for very narrow shoulder people like women.

[@Matt34677]

I have that bar and I like it.

[@carlgibson7850]

I've used the Bells Of Steel rackable EZ Curl Bar for a few months now (the industrial black and gold one). Surprisingly good quality for the price and a decent knurl for the bar/price as well. Get it on a sale and you can't go wrong.

[@ninjastrongman28]

100%, its awesome and the bend is perfect for me

[@IsaacFNghost]

An EZ curl bar is one of the few things im still missing in my home gym. I've had this one in the cart on amazon for a month now. Definetly going to pull the trigger on it soon! Glad to hear that itll be good money spent.

[@tankspl7]

I have the REP rackable chrome curl bar. I have been very happy with it.

[@NUMBER_74]

I bought a stainless steel rackable curl bar last year. I can't believe I went so many years with a regular curl bar. Rackable is 100-percent the way to go.

[@marucat2797]

Is the ends longer to fit the rack? That’s a good idea…

[@joecowan3719]

What about a full set dumbbell round-up? So many options these days in handles, shapes, spinning etc.

[@meisdetermined]

Bells of Steel is a dark horse gaining ground fast. I feel they are becoming the budget Rogue working in their measurement ecosystem (49” and true 3x3 inch)

[@Mikestuh]

They just need to release their 3x3 1 inch rack and attachment system! I can't wait.

[@meisdetermined]

@@Mikestuh no doubt! The 3x3 with one inch holes is BY FAR the best system because it is a platform so many others use so it forces companies to have to come out with some really nice pieces or fall to the wayside. The consumer is the big winner. :)

[@matthewarnold2802]

Criterion “Gaspari” curl bar - revolving handles. Bruce Pearson the inventor and holder of the patent is starting to make them again. QUALITY!

[@jonstewart5386]

I have the regular length, chrome Rep bar. It is AWESOME! The needle bearing they added gives the perfect amount of plate spin and I'm a big fan of the 30mm bar width. It's hard to find a curl bar that isn't too skinny or a full 2" fat grip. I like the passive knurling, but would like it fully knurled.

[@mikeprice3174]

I have the same bar and love it. I use it all the time for movements I never planned on using it for. Really like it for shoulder presses. Knurling is definitely on the passive side, but it hasn't bothered me. Could be more aggressive and still be comfortable.

[@NoFate247]

Make sure to get a Rackable Version if you have a power rack, you'll thank yourself later!

[@BleeDwojak]

This couldn't have come at a better time. I was just about to pull the trigger on the Rogue curl bar. Still doing it, but now I have an affiliate link to use. Appreciate all you do!

[@Peter-nx6oz]

I have the Rogue Rackable curl bar and it's fantastic! You'll definitely enjoy it

[@seaneppel7465]

You might have an older version of the Bells of Steel EZ Curl bar? I bought the Bells of Steel EZ curl bar about 2 months ago, and it matches the link in the descrption - it's not the same as the bar shown in the video. The current model (?) has less aggressive bends, and it's not fully knurled. It's a nice bar, but my one criticism is that the knurling does not extend far enough into the narrow grip section.

[@ironhallgym]

I bought a curl bar from Dicks Sporting Goods five years ago. No issues with it. I also built a rackable fat grip curl bar out of pvc and metal. I love it as an alternative.

[@marucat2797]

I picked up a Hampton Fitness 4’ Curl Bar. It has aggressive knurling and rubber end caps. Love that bar and fits all my needs. Was about $200 USD from local fitness store.

[@jesselopez4818]

The curl bar Coop keeps touching in the vid intrigued me the most because of the aggressive bends. He said it was $130 Bells of Steel. Disappointed to see that the $130 BOS bar isn’t the same as the example you had and has a less aggressive bend. Maybe you got an older model? I’d love to try that one for $130.

[@trg3761]

I love my rogue non rack-able ezy bar, i have only a small amount of space in which to workout, the knurling is perfect for me and the bends in the bar are great too.

[@MetalsForBrunch]

im going to wait for rogues stainless rackable curl bar in the future. I have the rep stainless curl bar and the knurl is very passive. At 5:30 i see oxidation on your rep curl bar coop lol

[@GregPivo87]

I bought the Rogue rackable curl bar. The only reason I didn't go Rep was because the Rogue was a little cheaper after shipping.

[@Jay-gg6xg]

Not cheaper now.

[@deke61sg]

Another great option is Gopher Sport. I've never tried their regular bars but there Curl bars are very nice. They have three version starting at $159 (#1. 25mm, 20lbs, 48", #2. 28mm, 25lbs, 54" at $185 and #3. 30mm, 30lbs, 60"at $255) Nice bars. Check 'em out Coop. I must admit I have two Rogue curl bars, regular and rackable. I'm Rogue all the way!

[@thunderhawk2376]

Gopher makes a great ez curl. Picked up one a few months ago - feels awesome

[@geniouscommenter]

My gym is in a shed in southeast Louisiana so I went with the Rogue rackable bar in cerakote. I have an Ohio bar in e-coat… I think I like cerakote more, just feels better. Would have gone with Rep but Coop mentioned it was rusting in his original review.

[@brentd106]

Right there with you on the shed in southeast Louisiana! Cerakote or stainless everything! Damn humidity lol

[@B.L.S.]

I love my Rogue Rackable Curl Bar. I also wish it could have been all stainless steel like my Rogue Ohio Power Bar.

[@ianandrews-b5i]

I recently added the Synergee super curl bar to my gym. It’s got deeper bends than their (and probably most other) ez curl bars. The inner grip is basically neutral which is great for tricep movements like French press, etc. got it for a good price too.

[@ryanmiskin8925]

I’ve been looking at that one as well, since my current cheapo one is shaped the same with the middle grip essentially being a hammer curl.

[@Jay-gg6xg]

It's disappointing that you didn't review the Rogue stackable curl bar. You touched on it, but you didn't get into a comparison with the Rep stackable bar. I'm steering towards the Rogue because the curl angle looks a bit better to me and I like the greater knurling coverage. Please review the Rogue. Thank you!

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

It looks like a significant number of bars on Amazon are made based on the same design, so it comes down to which brand uses slightly better bearings/assembly processes to some degree. Even some of the brands not on Amazon marketed as "high end" weight equipment are most likely made in some of the same factories, whether assembled in the US or not.

[@troydefond2307]

would have to disagree. curl bars are very subjective, since they all have different angles of curvature. that being said. my favorite bars : rackable- beels of steel rackable. non-rackable- vulcan curl bar.

[@DavidLee-cw6ci]

Some other bars that are not strictly curl bars but allow for similar effects, i.e. rotation of wrist to allieve pain, are bars with rotating handles like the CUBB or Henchgripz. Might be worth covering in a future review.

[@jkinney4678]

Love my REP curl bare, I completely agree

[@StopTryingSoHard]

I've used a few rackable curl bars and I simply cannot get into them. Best EZ for me is the Ivanko E-Z, it's basically perfect, I have the old raw steel version which sadly they no longer sell, but they have a stainless which is usually similar for feel. (But it's $710 .... expensive but also used 4 days a week for a decade and going.)

[@josh4154]

The xmark crowbar is a great option as well. I have one and it has a good knurl and is well made

[@Estuardo305]

I am Confused on your Budget pick you show the EZ-bar from Bells of Steels as the Bar having a non standard bend with knurling through out the bar, however on the website and link, it shows an EZ-curl bar with standard bends and knurling on key spots. Could it be that you have an older version?

[@THEREALTRAPDOLLAZ]

Can you do one for short rackable bars? Like the 6ft bars c70s, stump bar and other brands . Please. Thanks.

[@bobbyfisherUnbelivable]

Bro, this video was like me talking… preacher pad is a must, and gotta have the rackable! Although mine is the Rogue, sick video

[@darylfields]

I have the Rogue curl bar and it's pretty good bar but I want the rackable version

[@thunderjeep08]

I have the RAGE curl bar. It was a little squeaky when I got it, but it went away with some oil. I use it for squats, deadlift, and overhead press since I don't have room for a full barbell setup. It's held up really well for over a year deadlifing 200lb with it.

[@loveydovey4u]

Do one on rackable curl bars, Coopie

[@esivs3]

what are your thoughts on the Rogue Rackable ez-curl bar? surprised that wasnt on your list of considerations.

[@andrsco]

Love this video. But I’m still sticking with my free cap curl bar. Still get the girls. 😂

[@SomeYouTubeGuy]

Shoutout to the Rogue Dumbbell Bumpers you're just casually using to prop EZ bars on.

[@TaterNate12]

I bought the titan bar because it was one of the cheaper options. Like you said, I get the same out of $80 vs $150. Came with rust out of the box. Little disappointed but it was going in the garage, so didn’t care too much.

[@ryannewby9086]

I just got a set of the same dumbbells from Walmart that are identical to Fly Birds but are called PRCTZ. The only difference is the handles are still metal not plastic coated and only cost $99 per dumbbell which is a phenomenal price for a dumbbell that goes to 55 lbs of this quality.

[@andrewstearns9276]

I wish Rogue’s knurling was more aggressive but other than that it has been a great bar for me the last 2 years.

[@hitleractually8180]

Gotta get the bare steel version when they pop up in the boneyard. Not having one of the bullshit coatings on the shaft makes the knurl 'chef's kiss.'

[@stevenkoos]

Titan Fat EZ Rackable Curl Bar is also a consideration after already owning a regular diameter curl bar. Strength Shop rotating handle curl bar and Troy VTX curl bars are also something to look at as long as you own a regular EZ curl bar.

[@codekeeper32]

I went with the Rogue rackable curl bar. Holds weight don’t break.

[@Mr-mopar]

Some of the angles are so step that it really works the bracialis more than the bicep.

[@bigk2080]

I have the Bells of steel rackable curl bar, its black cerakote with titanium sleeves 🏋

[@davidcooper2516]

Appreciate the review Coop! I knew I wanted a rackable bar, so that narrowed my choices. Since I'm the type of guy who tends to buy (kinda) low, only to upgrade soon after, on your recommendation I decided to skip to the head of the line and ordered the REP bar. I liked that it weighs 35# instead of 32#, and the grip diameter is slightly greater also. So yeah, more money upfront, compared to the Titan, but not prohibitive for a lifetime piece of equipment, right? THANKS!

[@isymfs]

The best curling bar is the one that gets you back in the weight room day after day 😄

[@toddpetzold5143]

I went back and forth on which Ez curl bar to purchase last year. I went back and forth with the BoS and Vulcan. Coop - why no love for Vulcan? I really like it. I got a clearance one for $129 shipped (minor nicks).

[@impaledface7694]

I love my basic ez curl bar that came with weights. It's spinlock so standard, but there is plenty of room to load weight and it racks okay on my halfrack. So many exercises feel great with it.

[@markhalstead2386]

I have the Rogue Cerakote Curl Bar and the Rep Fitness Stainless Rackable Curl Bar.

[@jerseyjim9092]

How would you compare them? Do you prefer the more extreme angles of the Rogue vs the Rep.

[@markhalstead2386]

@@jerseyjim9092 I prefer the Rogue. Better angles and knurled through the curves completely. I also prefer the non-rackable size of my Rogue Bar. I have since sold the Rep bar as I quit using it after getting the Rogue.

[@jerseyjim9092]

@@markhalstead2386 thanks, that's very helpful.

[@richardtorres9814]

Wright Curl bar is amazing with a knurling agreesive feel

[@ESPNsPeacockbassProfessor]

ebay has a 32 dollar 5 foot chrome plated curl bar good up to 200 pounds im gonna get it for pullups will hang it above

[@carrickdubya4765]

Have you time tested the 200Lb claim to see how long it can handle that weight before it bends - rofl I have bought those before and they are great for lightweight noobs but you may want to look into something more stout after a year or so.

[@ESPNsPeacockbassProfessor]

@@carrickdubya4765 sorry i read the price wrong its couple hundred bucks actually lol i do have a curl bar which i hang above and use it for chinups and pullups it was like 30 bucks

[@TySchmidt]

I just want soft knurling. I've been lifting for 7 years and even with my calloused hands, the one at my local gym hurts past a few reps. I completely lose my focus thinking about how sharp it is.

[@charge2x]

Agree about marking the weight on the bar.

[@McWhatevs]

One of your best wrap-ups, didn't get too weighed down in minor annoyances.

[@justinbarr1281]

I’ve had the Rogue one since it first came out like 7-8 years ago. It’s nice, but I REALLY want the Eleiko one. Just can’t justify spending $500 on it.

[@mr.benchpress1633]

In 1950, Lewis teamed up with Andy Jackson, founder of Jackson International Barbell Company, and the Dymeck curl bar was created and patented. However, the duo sold the rights to Bob Hoffman between 1954 - 1964. Bob Hoffman later changed the name to EZ curl bar, with EZ being an abbreviation for 'easy.

[@cowboy21745]

I have a Titan preacher bench and I love it And yes home gym

[@carrickdubya4765]

Awesome when you do not need to wait 30+ minutes for gym equipment

[@mantequillas1278]

I have 2 of those bars. I started out with the Amazon cap ez curl bar. The bends weren't enough for me. Six months later, I bought the Rogue Curl bar. There's a huge difference in quality and feel but also in price 😅. I love my rogue curl bar.

[@t_plauche]

I have the Rep rackable curl bar. I love being able to set the bar on a rack. It is very convenient. I am a large guy, and the wide width of the rackable bar is nice. Large plates get in my way on the standard EZ curl bar.

[@tonyallen3138]

Same, I have the Rep Matte Chrome Rackable curl bar, and it’s the best purchase I’ve made for my home gym.

[@samrmills]

I agree on the rep fitness. Love mine in stainless steel rackable and standard. More knurling and lbs on the caps would be nice

[@roberttaylor3118]

I always thought it was EZ curl cuz its easy on the wrist and recruits more brachioradialis, probably a lot of people are gonna curl more weight that way.

[@robbykreisler4509]

I got a titan preacher curl bench mainly to lean back for over head extensions but i use it for curls too. I like to sit and lean forward and do kettle bell like swing/front raise

[@enrikoalfaro6724]

The strength co curl bar!!

[@mattlovelace91]

I winced at the $225 though. 😅

[@enrikoalfaro6724]

Agreed!

[@corenko]

4:34 I get it, but why is it a bad thing that it's cheap? I've had this curl bar for YEARS and it's amazing

[@shane5591]

Bro, I think it’s time for a bulk.

[@antoniomerida-perez676]

The background noise/music really sucks, at least in this review, really like your reviews and opinion but man this video is just sooo annoying I cannot finish it.

[@mattl7976]

Coop I love your channel and seeing the growth over the years is awesome but the fact that fringe sport equipment is never on your lists drives me nuts especially for this one I think they make a very good curl bar ! Comparable to bells for sure maybe even a in between closer to rogue

[@hitleractually8180]

They don't pay him.

[@Sandii_x]

I like that REP curl bar you showcase, my question is, what style weights are good for this curl bar? There are a few options to choose from in the REP store. What would you recommend?

[@dragoph]

Have you seen the kensui kyoto bar?

[@Eee00123]

Bare Steel Equipment rackable curl bar looks nice, I might buy it

[@ali.musthafa_]

I got mine for around 17 USD👀👀obviously not the greatest curl bar out here. But it works very well, it weights at around 6.5 kilogram, and it gets the job done.

[@asvpab]

I'm happy with my Rogue boneyard EZ Curl Bar. Bends are perfect places for me and got a discount.

[@balboa0621]

FYI, my rouge Ohio power bar is fully stainless steel including sleeves. It was a 70 dollar upgrade

[@aldozavaleta37]

Iron master has one for its adjustable series

[@jm4958]

Coop, you should try to swap out cheap with affordable. Other than that, love your videos. 💪🏼

[@airgordo4]

Affordable is always relative though.

[@estevanrgarcia]

Ever try the Gymway Curl Bar? It has really aggressive knurling.

[@prescottosegie]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 my favorite gym equipment i got the rouge fitness ez curl bar it very helpful to me when I workout at home 🏡 good review coop 💪🏾😎 keep up the good work

[@Bartsnightmare]

Rogue is my favorite!

[@MrApaHotel]

Bushing vs Bearing on curl bars. What to select?

[@HomeGym.Reviews]

I got the BOS bar but its definitely not knurled like that! Or that shape! Odd!

[@nickm.9029]

Would be cool to see a review on the iron master curl bar

[@tomlyons7066]

Coop! You gotta try the Ivanko rackable curl bar. Kinda rare but amazing.

[@Celebrity_activity]

Ez bar standard size..3 feet or 4 feet??

[@ronburgandy3339]

I bought a sweet curl bar off Amazon for $25 bucks. It’s great. I put weight on it and then I curl it up and curl it down. Hasn’t broke yet.

[@kylen6430]

For the aggressive bends, did you try supinated grip?

[@porkrindrob]

I would buy the gungnir bar if it had more knurling. For the price I want all the knurls. Have a rogue boneyard curl bar and can’t go back to partial knurling.

[@michaelmcmorrow7554]

Black widow training gear makes some really nice thick axle style curl bars

[@SouthsideChicago99]

Hi Coop like your channel and all the reviews can you do a review on the Rack Preacher Curls Options I would like your take on that. Thanks

[@1neomonkey]

Where can I get that wall behind you? It looks awesome.

[@shady7200]

I have xmark chisel and rogue curl bar and love them both

[@Jay-gg6xg]

Is the rackable curl bar more difficult to balance than the standard length curl bar? Please get into that a bit. Thank you!

[@Noobmaster-ee3xp]

300$ for bar is crazy 😭 there’s one on Amazon for 40

[@Illegallycopyrighted]

You oughta use your influence and change the rules of the industry. Bar weight indication on ALL BARS released. Believe me I think you’d find the Support overwhelming…but that’s just me. Keep it up Coop!!!

[@stevensecondo1103]

What is the wall covering on the walls behind you? Is it a panel or individual wood slats?