THE BEAST CAP Barbell Olympic Bar Review

It’s time for THE BEAST CAP Barbell Olympic Bar review and this one is rated with a 1000 pound capacity (though title on Amazon states 1200lb, description still states 1000lb). CAP Reference: OB-86B
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The Beast (Amazon Description)

The Beast Olympic Bar by CAP Barbell measures 2185mm in length and is designed to take on super heavy workloads and is a top choice for professional weightlifters and club owners. Precision engineered for balance and long-lasting performance, this bar features 110,000 PSI tensile strength cold rolled Japanese steel. The medium-depth diamond knurled handgrips are 30mm in diameter and are designed for a tight, non-slip grip when lifting.

The sleeves with bushings are designed to swivel to reduce pressure on the wrists and forearms and have a 15-inch loadable sleeve length, providing ample room to load your weights (with 2-inch center hole). The shaft (length between the sleeves) is 51.5-inches in length and will fit on Olympic benches and racks/cages. Designed with no center knurl, this bar is ideal for Olympic weightlifters that are perfecting their squats, deadlifts, and bench presses.

Specs: 110, 000 Psi tensile strength Japanese cold rolled steel; 15 Inch loadable sleeve length; The shaft length (inside length between the sleeves) is 51; 5 inches; Handgrip diameter 28; 5 millimeter; 5 year
Construction: Built from solid cold rolled steel with a black phosphate finish; Used for training, this bar measures 2185 millimeter in length and weighs 20 kilogram (44 pounds); For commercial or home use
Features – The sleeves are designed with snap clips and the bar features medium depth diamond knurling for a secure grip when lifting heavy; Built to accommodate any 2 inch Olympic plates; No center knurl
Durable: Original bar is made of steel, black oxide finish and polished steel sleeves; Color bars are ace coated in red, blue, purple or pink & have UV stable acrylic clear coat with metallic flake; Green and orange bar have same quality with matte finish
Trust: Trust experience; CAP has been a pioneer in the fitness industry for over 30 years and has locations worldwide; Chances are, if you have ever worked out before you have used a CAP product

CAP 7-Foot Olympic Bar for Weightlifting and Power Lifting | Various Specialty Bars

We offer a variety of specialty bars for Olympic and Power Lifting. No matter what your needs are for weightlifting, we have a bar that will suit your needs! These bars are crafted with high-quality materials and finished in durable coatings to provide a long-lasting barbell that offers exceptional performance. Made to accommodate weight plates with a 2-inch center hole, also known as Olympic Weights.

THE BEAST CAP Barbell Olympic Bar Review – About The Bar

My Take / Opinion

The video is more of an overview than a deep dive, so let’s deep dive into THE BEAST CAP Barbell Olympic Bar Review. I have owned this barbell for several years. The review above was almost one year after I purchased it just to make sure it held its’ own. This has been my primary barbell for squats, benching, and deadlifts. I’ve loaded it to nearly 500 pounds, especially when I was powerlifting.

It does have some flex at that weight, but not a lot. It has also always returned to a flat, non bent barbell. The end caps have not required any sort of major cleaning or overhaul. I’ve very rarely applied silicone or a cleaner to clean the bar.

Overall, it’s been an amazing find for right around $100. It does not have a deep knurl but as you get into lifting, that is something you’ll either want in a barbell or to simply steer clear. If you are a serious deadlifter, you will want to get used to a heavy knurl. However, I am the average LiftingDad and this bar works well for me. I WOULD also purchase again. Thank you for checking out the article on THE BEAST CAP Barbell Olympic Bar Review.

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