Although they are our entry-level range, these bumpers are extremely hard-wearing, and are designed to survive the rigors of any gym environment. The virgin rubber material is dense, offering a lower bounce when dropping from a height - perfect if you are in a busy training environment or located above another premises.
We find these plates to be popular with home gyms or studios, as they are competitively priced whilst offering you the assurance that they will last for many years to come.
The most premium plates on offer, they meet all IWF specifications and will justify their higher price tag. Offering minimum bounce, they are designed with elite level weightlifting and high-performance workouts in mind.
With a thin design, you can load the barbell with much more weight compared to our Impact Bumpers. There is also a rubber flange around the circumference, which keeps the metal of the plates from touching when they are loaded to the barbell. The glossy finish looks extremely professional helping them stand out on the platform.
Want to go the extra mile? Why not customise these bumpers with your logo or name. CAP's rubber bumper plates have a steel inner hub that was designed to withstand drops without damage. They're also made of virgin and recycled rubber. They come in a variety of weights that are also color-coded: 10 pounds green , 25 pounds yellow , 35 pounds blue and 45 pounds red. And note, these ones are also sold as singles.
Rage Fitness's bumpers are made with industrial strength and to Olympic standards. They have a 2 inch steel collar center that ensures they fit onto all standard bars, racks and sleds. And they come in five different weights: 10 pounds, 15 pounds, 25pounds, 35 pounds and 45 pounds. They are made of high density rubber with solid stainless steel inserts, and are sold in pairs between 10 to 55 pounds, and sets between to pounds.
X Training's bumper plates were designed for low bounce and high durability. They fit standard 2 inch Olympic barbells, including hex trap bars, and have steel inserts for a snug fit. They are sold in pairs of 10 and 15 pounds, and singles in 35 and 45 pounds. The ETHOS Olympic Rubber Bumper Plate is made of recycled rubber with a stainless steel insert, which means they are less noisy than standard plates and have minimal bounce. They're sold as singles, ranging from 10, 15, 25, 35 and 45 pounds.
United States. Type keyword s to search. Today's Top Stories. How to Eat Like Chris Hemsworth. Ivan Pantic Getty Images. Rogue Bumper Plates by Hi-Temp. One thing that Vulcan has avoided with these compared to other plates at a similar price range is the nasty rubber smell that often is smelled when unboxed. They do come with a 4-year warranty as well which is much better than most of the competition, including Rogue.
They utilize a unique rubber formula with colored flecks that allows the amount of weight to be easily identified and, in our opinion, looks pretty cool.
For these reasons and more detailed below, these are our Runner-Up Pick. Read my full Vulcan Alpha bumper plates review to learn more. We've added several new features to this line-up of color-coded bumpers: Minimal Bounce: Tested on a Shore A Durometer scale, the Competition Plates' average measurement was a 94, which delivers a consistent dead blow with minimal bounce found in high-end Olympic weightlifting bumpers.
Less bounce means less time chasing your bar around the gym. New Finish and Lettering: The plates have been given a gloss-matte-gloss finish and raised lettering for a clean, bold look. Raised Flanges: A raised rubber surface is now included to prevent direct metal-on-metal contact between the center discs. Whether stacked on the bar or on a rack, the bumpers only come into contact with each other on the inner and outer flanges—reducing scuffing and helping to preserve the plates' finish and lettering.
A convenient lip on the edge of the plate also makes it easier to pick up from the rack or off the ground. See the order options on the right to choose the best set for you, or contact us with a custom order request.
Granted, a bumper plate set from Rogue is less than that from Eleiko our upgrade to the upgrade pick, Uesaka arguably the best plates in the world, but also the most expensive and difficult to order, DHS, and others at this level, they are still a pretty penny. This means accurate colors that are consistent throughout and honestly look extremely clean. A chrome-plated steel disc hub that shines extremely well and prevents rust from forming in a garage gym. The finish of the plates has a gloss-matte-gloss finish with raised lettering that makes them stand out in any gym.
The durometer of the plates is a 94, which will provide a low bounce due to the hardness of the rubber. If they were much harder, they would be more prone to cracking, so this is a great medium.
Lastly, reviews on these are extremely positive. The Rogue Competition Bumper Plates are our Upgrade Pick for those that do a lot of Olympic Weightlifting or like the look and feel of a high-end plate. Our IWF certified Weightlifting Training Discs are beautifully constructed and built to stand up to and perform well with years of hard training.
The Eleiko Olympic WL Training Discs are identical to our competition line, but do not undergo the additional calibration necessary for official use. Available in both kilos and pounds. Indoor use only. Normal wear and tear does not fall under warranty.
Eleiko is synonymous with high quality and Olympic Weightlifting. These plates are IWF certified for training and have the same feel and performance as their competition plates but with looser tolerances for weight calibration than competition plates require. This could certainly be marketing speak, however, regardless of whether it is or not, Eleiko Bars and Plates are some of the most well-liked in the world.
Simply put, if you want some of the most legendary and heralded bumper plates ever created, the Eleiko IWF Weightlifting Training Discs are the pinnacle. The Titan Elite Bumper Plates are the answer for competition bumper plates at the right price.
A 90 Durometer rating hits the sweet spot for minimal bounce and maximum durability. The plates stand up to high reps and intense workouts. The mm width matches IWF standard and the narrow plate thickness allows you to load multiple plates on the bar. Reinforced steel collar makes for a secure fit to your bar for decreased wear on your equipment.
A must have for high intensity circuit training and Olympic lifting at home or for your gym. We were pretty surprised just how much we liked the Titan Elite Olympic Bumper Plates in the black variety. For instance, rather than having raised lettering, these plates have both the weight increment and branding printed on the side of the plates.
This issue is mitigated, however, by Titan insetting the portion of the plates that have writing with lips on the plate. Lastly, expect a rubber smell when you unbox them along with a green oil on the plastic film that covers the plates.
Combined with stainless steel inserts and quality virgin rubber, the Echos offer a dead bounce and durability rarely seen in an economical plate. Echo Bumpers are available in pairs or as sets. Fully equip a new garage gym or save money supplying a school weight room or large training facility.
These are a unique set of plates in that they have the exact same specs as the more expensive Rogue HG 2. Despite this, the Echo Bumpers have a more rounded edge making them easier to pick up, raised lettering that is painted white for contrast, and a thinner width allowing you to fit more weight on the bar than the HG 2.
With all of this said, I reached out to multiple people at Rogue and received various responses. I went up the chain to see if I could get further info on the differences and was told there are differences between the two outside of the profile and colored lettering, but that the difference was proprietary and they could not be divulged.
So, with all this said, based upon the price, reviews, and listed specs, the Rogue Echo Bumper Plates are a better value than the HG 2. I have a set of HG Plates and have had them for a few years. They still get quite a bit of use and despite some minor scars and scuffs we use them outside on the driveway mostly they look and perform as good as the day I got them. For the price, honestly, the Rogue Echo Bumper Plates are some of the cheapest bumpers with a warranty available.
These are the cheapest bumper plates we recommend. Titan has some that may be a bit cheaper depending on the sale and time of year, but they have no warranty which is important for rubber weight plates. Our 10 lb plates are extra thick 1" to increase durability and reduce the chance of "tacoing," while our 45 lb plates are thinner than most at 2.
Bumper plates are excellent for training the Olympic lifts, which end with the bar overhead or at shoulder height. This allows the lifter to drop the bar after completing a lift, or if a lift is missed, you can drop the weights without harming the bar, surrounding equipment, flooring, etc Superior craftsmanship and design. Steel inserts with hooks molded into the bumper plates increase durability versus older designs with brass inserts.
Extra thick 10 lb plates are the best on the market, and highly resistant to bending Low bounce. Some recycled rubber bumper plates will bounce very high and make you chase the bar around. Not ours. Thin profile. With a good Olympic bar, you can fit lbs of our bumper plates on the bar. Factory tested to withstand over 12, drops from a height of 8 ft. Used in both commercial and home gyms all over the world. Regardless of whether you can get equipment for cheaper on the companies own site or not like these bumpers and most others.
Of all of these options, the ones we would recommend the most, due to the value are the Rep Black Bumper Plates by Rep Fitness. One of the biggest reasons we chose Rep Fitness bumper plates over the others on Amazon is due to the company behind them Rep offers a 3-year warranty that is much better than what others recommend, even established players like CAP Barbell.
If you want a budget-friendly set of plates that are available on Amazon, these are what we recommend. These are great budget-friendly plates that are very similar to the Rogue Echo Bumpers and are durable bumper for the price. Bumper Plates are some of the most expensive pieces of equipment that will go in any home gym or commercial gym. They are expensive to make, ship, and store. So, why would someone purchase bumpers, and look for the best bumper plates despite their cost?
Here are three reasons why:. Without a doubt, bumper plates when compared to castiron plates are vastly quieter. Think about it, rather than uncoated iron being dropped on the ground which makes a loud, shrill sound that continues to reverberate, virgin rubber or urethane compresses leaving a much quieter thud. The decibel level of bumper plates being dropped can also be mitigated further by the use of rubber matting such as horse stall mats which we often recommend.
Have you ever dropped a 45 LB iron plate on your foot? I have, and a majority of the time it leads to broken bones. But, more common than broken bones are cracked concrete, a disturbed foundation, and damaged barbells.
Bumper plates compress when dropped, therefore taking some of the blow, and damage was done to whatever they are hitting. Thanks to the more quiet and safe nature of rubber in comparison to its older brother iron, bumper plates allow a greater workout versatility. On the other hand, bumper plates can be dropped from just about any height without fear. This means suddenly you can overhead press, clean and jerk, snatch, deadlift, and other barbell workouts and movements without worrying about dropping the bar.
This is a significant benefit for home gym owners where space is limited.
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