CAP Barbell 2-Inch Olympic Barbell Bars

Description

🏋️‍♂️ CAP Barbell 2‑Inch Olympic Barbell with Bronze Bushings (7 ft)

This is a full‑size Olympic barbell designed for general strength training and entry‑level lifting. Featuring standard Olympic dimensions and rotating sleeves with bronze bushings, it’s tailored for basic barbell workouts like squats, deadlifts, presses, and rows — ideal for home gym strength builders on a budget.

🔑 Product Highlights

📏 Standard Olympic Specs

• Length: ~7 ft (≈ 2185 mm) — compatible with most power racks and benches.

• Sleeve Diameter: 2‑inch Olympic standard — fits all Olympic plates.

• Shaft Length: ~51.75″ with ~15.3″ of loadable sleeve space per side — ample room for heavy plates.

• Grip Diameter: ~28 mm — beginner‑friendly grip size.

• Material: Solid cold‑rolled steel with a chrome or black finish.

🛠 Bronze Bushing Sleeves
Sleeves rotate on bronze bushings to reduce friction and forearm pressure during lifts — smoother than fixed sleeves but less premium than needle bearings.

💪 Knurling
Medium‑depth diamond knurling with both side and center markings for secure grip on squats, presses, and deadlifts.

⚙️ Construction & Durability

• Built from durable steel — good for everyday strength workouts.

• Collars not included — sold separately.

🏋️‍♀️ Best Uses

✔ Compound Lifts: Squats, deadlifts, bench presses, lunges, and overhead presses.
✔ Technique Work: Calisthenics movements, barbell rows, and accessory strength lifts.
✔ Home Gym Strength Building: Great entry choice for beginner/intermediate users progressing toward heavier loads.

The bronze bushings offer better sleeve rotation than fixed bars, so movements involving rotation (like presses and rows) feel less stiff than cheapest budget bars.

📦 What’s in the Box

Included:
✔ 1 × Olympic barbell with bronze bushing sleeves

Sold Separately:
✘ Olympic (2″) weight plates
✘ Barbell collars/clips
✘ Rack or bench (recommended for squats/presses)

⭐ Pros & Cons

✔ Pros
• Olympic standard: Works with all 2″ plates and equipment — a true upgrade over standard bars.
• Bronze bushings: Smoother sleeve rotation than fixed sleeve bars.
• Versatile: Suitable for a wide range of lifts and strength goals.
• Affordable: Excellent balance of performance and cost for home users.

⚠ Cons
• Collars not included — additional purchase required.
• Bushings vs. bearings: Rotation is helpful but not as smooth as premium bearing bars.
• Not competition‑grade: Best for casual lifting and strength training, not elite Olympic lifting.

🧠 FAQ

Q: Will Olympic plates fit this bar?
A: Yes — this bar uses the 2‑inch Olympic sleeve standard, so all Olympic plates are compatible.

Q: Can I do squats and deadlifts with this?
A: Absolutely — it’s built to handle foundational strength exercises like squats, deadlifts, and bench presses.

Q: Are the sleeves rotating?
A: Yes — they rotate on bronze bushings, making rotational lifts feel smoother than non‑rotating bars.

Q: Does it come with collars?
A: No, collars are typically sold separately.

🧠 Customer Opinions (Typical)

⭐ Good value for the price: Users often note the bar performs solidly for basic strength lifts and handles familiar Olympic plates.
⭐ Bronze bushing rotation helps: Especially noticeable in pressing and rowing movements.
⚠ Not premium: Some lifters mention room for smoother rotation or heavier weight capacity compared to higher‑end bars.