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
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the history lesson. Love learning things like this. - Coop
@prescottosegie
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the history lesson I appreciate it very much 💪😎
@medicmike7549
Жыл бұрын
“Ez is just an abbreviation for easy”… I remember when I learned English too…
@highviewbarbell
Жыл бұрын
@@medicmike7549 it's weird for non-Americans because they would say it "E Zed" and thus not even make the connection
@jgw928
Жыл бұрын
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.
@ront2457
Жыл бұрын
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
@DANA-lx8cv
Жыл бұрын
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.
@nickjames2002
Жыл бұрын
The Vulcan curl bar should have been included. It is near identical to the Rogue and much cheaper
@Emoney2322
Жыл бұрын
agreed
@trogdor8634
Жыл бұрын
Rep, titan, rogue repeat ggr has a formula.
@viviannguyen5850
10 ай бұрын
Agree. Seems like he want to promote Rogue’s products only
@uclajd
9 ай бұрын
It has chrome sleeves.
@James-dy6zh
2 күн бұрын
5 lbs difference...the rogue is heavier
@speedbumpmedia9584
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
10 ай бұрын
I have that bar and I like it.
@carlgibson7850
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
100%, its awesome and the bend is perfect for me
@IsaacFNghost
5 ай бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
I have the REP rackable chrome curl bar. I have been very happy with it.
@NUMBER_74
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
Is the ends longer to fit the rack? That’s a good idea…
@joecowan3719
Жыл бұрын
What about a full set dumbbell round-up? So many options these days in handles, shapes, spinning etc.
@matthewarnold2802
Жыл бұрын
Criterion “Gaspari” curl bar - revolving handles. Bruce Pearson the inventor and holder of the patent is starting to make them again. QUALITY!
@jonstewart5386
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
Make sure to get a Rackable Version if you have a power rack, you'll thank yourself later!
@jesselopez4818
Жыл бұрын
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.
@marucat2797
Жыл бұрын
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.
@BleeDwojak
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
I have the Rogue Rackable curl bar and it's fantastic! You'll definitely enjoy it
@ironhallgym
Жыл бұрын
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.
@deke61sg
Жыл бұрын
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!
@seaneppel7465
Жыл бұрын
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.
@troydefond2307
Жыл бұрын
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.
@meisdetermined
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
They just need to release their 3x3 1 inch rack and attachment system! I can't wait.
@meisdetermined
Жыл бұрын
@@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. :)
@Estuardo305
Жыл бұрын
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?
@ianandrews-b5i
Жыл бұрын
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
3 ай бұрын
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
7 ай бұрын
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!
@idiotcommenter
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
Right there with you on the shed in southeast Louisiana! Cerakote or stainless everything! Damn humidity lol
@DavidLee-cw6ci
Жыл бұрын
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.
@josh4154
Жыл бұрын
The xmark crowbar is a great option as well. I have one and it has a good knurl and is well made
@TySchmidt
3 ай бұрын
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.
@StopTryingSoHard
Жыл бұрын
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.)
@thunderhawk2376
Жыл бұрын
Gopher makes a great ez curl. Picked up one a few months ago - feels awesome
@unknownKnownunknowns
11 ай бұрын
These bars have quite different bends, which can make a difference if you have medial tendonitis. Which do you folks prefer - more or less aggressive bends?
@B.L.S.
Жыл бұрын
I love my Rogue Rackable Curl Bar. I also wish it could have been all stainless steel like my Rogue Ohio Power Bar.
@GregPivo87
Жыл бұрын
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
7 ай бұрын
Not cheaper now.
@thunderjeep08
Жыл бұрын
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.
@davidcooper2516
4 ай бұрын
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!
@dr.emilschaffhausen4683
9 ай бұрын
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.
@MetalsForBrunch
Жыл бұрын
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
@TaterNate12
Жыл бұрын
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.
@stevenkoos
Жыл бұрын
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.
@Jay-gg6xg
7 ай бұрын
Is the rackable curl bar more difficult to balance than the standard length curl bar? Please get into that a bit. Thank you!
@andrsco
Жыл бұрын
Love this video. But I’m still sticking with my free cap curl bar. Still get the girls. 😂
@darylfields
Жыл бұрын
I have the Rogue curl bar and it's pretty good bar but I want the rackable version
@jkinney4678
Жыл бұрын
Love my REP curl bare, I completely agree
@mantequillas1278
Жыл бұрын
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.
@impaledface7694
Жыл бұрын
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.
@toddpetzold5143
Жыл бұрын
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).
@isymfs
Жыл бұрын
The best curling bar is the one that gets you back in the weight room day after day 😄
@ryannewby9086
Жыл бұрын
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 $99 per dumbbell which is a phenomenal price for a dumbbell that goes to 55 lbs of this quality.
@bigk2080
Жыл бұрын
I have the Bells of steel rackable curl bar, its black cerakote with titanium sleeves 🏋
@bobbyfisherUnbelivable
Жыл бұрын
Bro, this video was like me talking… preacher pad is a must, and gotta have the rackable! Although mine is the Rogue, sick video
@t_plauche
Жыл бұрын
I have the Rep rackable curl bar. I love being able to set the bar on a rack. It is very convenient. I am a large guy, and the wide width of the rackable bar is nice. Large plates get in my way on the standard EZ curl bar.
@tonyallen3138
Жыл бұрын
Same, I have the Rep Matte Chrome Rackable curl bar, and it’s the best purchase I’ve made for my home gym.
@Noobmaster-ee3xp
7 ай бұрын
300$ for bar is crazy 😭 there’s one on Amazon for 40
@justinbarr1281
Жыл бұрын
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.
@samrmills
Жыл бұрын
I agree on the rep fitness. Love mine in stainless steel rackable and standard. More knurling and lbs on the caps would be nice
@dragoph
3 ай бұрын
Have you seen the kensui kyoto bar?
@loveydovey4u
Жыл бұрын
Do one on rackable curl bars, Coopie
@codekeeper32
Жыл бұрын
I went with the Rogue rackable curl bar. Holds weight don’t break.
@roberttaylor3118
11 ай бұрын
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.
@Celebrity_activity
7 ай бұрын
Ez bar standard size..3 feet or 4 feet??
@jerseyjim9092
Ай бұрын
I'm torn between the Rogue rackable and Rep rackable. The Rep has less extreme angles which I think I prefer because it works more bicep and less brachial. The straight bar sometimes stresses my elbows and I think just a slight curve is all I need. From reviews I've read, Rep seemingly loses a lot of business just based on the sparse knurling. Who at Rep thought less knurling was a good idea. On the other hand, Rogue gets a a lot of hits for it's ecoating which seems prone to flaking. Why don't they make a chrome version.
@robbykreisler4509
Жыл бұрын
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
@charge2x
Жыл бұрын
Agree about marking the weight on the bar.
@Bartsnightmare
6 ай бұрын
Rogue is my favorite!
@jm4958
Жыл бұрын
Coop, you should try to swap out cheap with affordable. Other than that, love your videos. 💪🏼
@airgordo4
Жыл бұрын
Affordable is always relative though.
@Mr-mopar
5 ай бұрын
Some of the angles are so step that it really works the bracialis more than the bicep.
@aldozavaleta37
7 ай бұрын
Iron master has one for its adjustable series
@richardtorres9814
Жыл бұрын
Wright Curl bar is amazing with a knurling agreesive feel
@prescottosegie
Жыл бұрын
🔥🔥🔥🔥 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
@McWhatevs
Жыл бұрын
One of your best wrap-ups, didn't get too weighed down in minor annoyances.
@ESPNsPeacockbassProfessor
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
@@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
@andrewstearns9276
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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.'
@mattl7976
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
They don't pay him.
@cowboy21745
Жыл бұрын
I have a Titan preacher bench and I love it And yes home gym
@carrickdubya4765
Жыл бұрын
Awesome when you do not need to wait 30+ minutes for gym equipment
@asvpab
Жыл бұрын
I'm happy with my Rogue boneyard EZ Curl Bar. Bends are perfect places for me and got a discount.
@estevanrgarcia
Жыл бұрын
Ever try the Gymway Curl Bar? It has really aggressive knurling.
@MrApaHotel
10 ай бұрын
Bushing vs Bearing on curl bars. What to select?
@kylen6430
Жыл бұрын
For the aggressive bends, did you try supinated grip?
@Eee00123
Жыл бұрын
Bare Steel Equipment rackable curl bar looks nice, I might buy it
@Ireallydonotunderstand
Жыл бұрын
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!!!
@ronburgandy3339
Жыл бұрын
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.
@enrikoalfaro6724
Жыл бұрын
The strength co curl bar!!
@mattlovelace91
Жыл бұрын
I winced at the $225 though. 😅
@enrikoalfaro6724
Жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@redislandfitness
Жыл бұрын
I got the BOS bar but its definitely not knurled like that! Or that shape! Odd!
@1neomonkey
Жыл бұрын
Where can I get that wall behind you? It looks awesome.
@PaulChoate-s4v
5 ай бұрын
The rogue rackable curl bar’s passive knurl & slippery ecoat are not a good combination.
@balboa0621
6 ай бұрын
FYI, my rouge Ohio power bar is fully stainless steel including sleeves. It was a 70 dollar upgrade
@stevensecondo1103
Жыл бұрын
What is the wall covering on the walls behind you? Is it a panel or individual wood slats?
@dr.doppeldecker3832
Жыл бұрын
What's the advantage of having a curl bar instead of a straight bar?
@porkrindrob
Жыл бұрын
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.
@SouthsideChicago99
Жыл бұрын
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
@markhalstead2386
10 ай бұрын
I have the Rogue Cerakote Curl Bar and the Rep Fitness Stainless Rackable Curl Bar.
@jerseyjim9092
Ай бұрын
How would you compare them? Do you prefer the more extreme angles of the Rogue vs the Rep.
@markhalstead2386
Ай бұрын
@@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
Ай бұрын
@@markhalstead2386 thanks, that's very helpful.
@fatalfacial
Жыл бұрын
Black widow training gear needs some love, thick bar ✅ rackable ✅ great coating ✅ affordable ✅
@corenko
Жыл бұрын
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
@tomlyons7066
Жыл бұрын
Coop! You gotta try the Ivanko rackable curl bar. Kinda rare but amazing.
@MackWarlock
Жыл бұрын
You are missing the Rep Fitness link for the normal size bar. I am trying to buy but no link provided.
@prescottosegie
Жыл бұрын
🔥🔥🔥🔥 i got the rouge fitness ez curl bar it very helpful to me when I workout at home 🏡
@UnitedWeStandFreedom
10 ай бұрын
With all those curbars you should have terminator guns ! But I guess you never went back 😂😂
@TheEverymanReview
Жыл бұрын
Paid $10 for a curl bar and $15 for a preacher bench (that I also use for back extensions) aat a local thrift store!
@elliot8380
Жыл бұрын
"I dont know why its called an easy curl bar. let me know if you do in the comments". He definitely knows why its called an easy curl bar. This is a form of psychological manipulation to try to get people to comment and drive engagement. This is good for the KZitem algorithm. Interesting to watch this channel transform into a corporate infomercial over time.
@davidb1975a
Жыл бұрын
I recently looked at Titan's Rackable EZ Curl Fat Bar. What are your thoughts on that one?
@shady7200
Жыл бұрын
I have xmark chisel and rogue curl bar and love them both
@thesummoning14
Жыл бұрын
That bells of steel ez curl bar in the video doesn’t match what they have available on their site. Is it an unreleased version?
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