REP Open Trap Bar Review: The Value Play w/ Secrets!
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Күн бұрынDoes the REP Open Trap Bar live up to the hype? Let's discuss...
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0:00 - REP Open Trap Bar Review!
1:36 - Benefits of an Open Design
2:57 - REP’s Vision for the Open Trap Bar
4:22 - REP Open Trap Bar Overview
5:48 - Using the Rep Open Trap Bar
9:09 - The “Toolless” Removable Handles
10:24 - Home Gym Hack
11:44 - REP Open Trap Bar “Pros”
14:12 - REP Open Trap Bar “Cons”
17:04 - Coop’s Take & Final Thoughts
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@REPfitness Жыл бұрын
Fair review Coop - thanks for checking out our Open Trap Bar! We spent a lot of time fine tuning a lot of the details as you can see. For those that want more handle width options - we should have those available around Mid-December with 25" and 23" options, and a few weeks after that, we'll have the rotating tri-grip handles of different diameter. We pushed out a lot of amazing equipment this year that we are really proud of, and we are always listening to the feedback to keep pushing the envelope. We've still got more in the hopper to finish out the year and another big 2023 coming!
@ChubbyBlumpkinz Жыл бұрын
Any estimate on when you’ll be restocked? I’ll be buying as soon as possible. Looks awesome!
@special-s3376 Жыл бұрын
Rep, I would love to buy this bar. However, do you have plans for a increased handle height? With one of the secondary options? I love Rep but I was burned by them when I bought my cable apparatus and then a year later Aries is released. I appreciate the evolving products but it doesn’t pay to jump on the initial release.
@Flakey86 Жыл бұрын
Respect to the REP social media team. Great response.
@turkeylips40 Жыл бұрын
You spent a lot of time fine tuning the details? And yet you came out of the gate with a 27" grip width? Makes me really question REP's judgement. Massive deal breaker.
@REPfitness Жыл бұрын
@@ChubbyBlumpkinz more stock available now. Moving fast though. Trying our best to keep up with demand.
@rockyofnaniwa Жыл бұрын
That dry, quick delivery of the "6'7" 400 lbs" killed me 😂
@MrVrob8 Жыл бұрын
1.25x BW DL ain't that impressive
@stevesorensen9648 Жыл бұрын
You mean those stats aren't accurate??
@TheLDispenser Жыл бұрын
I was looking for this comment lmao, I had to rewing to watch it again 😂
@kenburgin5653 Жыл бұрын
It’s the “avg person” part coupled with those stats that killed me
@jamestonbellajo Жыл бұрын
@@MrVrob8 Coop isn’t actually 400 lbs. He mentioned he’s around 185.
@JBS7551 Жыл бұрын
Keep the current videos coming! This is what your crowd wants, not the Buttery Bros
@richt5986 Жыл бұрын
100 %
@stevesorensen9648 Жыл бұрын
Loud and clear!!
@CraftLulz Жыл бұрын
Yea 🖕 buttery bros
@cakeeater2368 Жыл бұрын
*If they can figure out the handle situation and get it to market in the next few months, I would likely buy one, as I'm in the market for a rackable open trap bar. But as it stands right now, that 27 inch width between the handles is a deal breaker for me. 25 inches, maybe even 24.5, would be perfect*
@massiminimakes Жыл бұрын
Definitely adding one of these to my home gym the next time I buy something. Great review. Seems like pretty universal praise from all reviewers with the same complaint of the wide handles which isn't a dealbreaker for me.
@sam382 Жыл бұрын
Great review Coop. Excited to add one of these to my home gym setup. Based on your recommendation I think I'll holdout until when and if they shorten the handle distance.
@GugaFoods Жыл бұрын
Coop would love to see a review on a VERSACLIMBER if anyone can do it. It’s you!
@demoniccat1005 Жыл бұрын
Hey guga love your content
@clipperslopez Жыл бұрын
Guga foods!
@andrewchristopher296 Жыл бұрын
Get one. Well worth the money. Fantastic workout
@PaulieHo Жыл бұрын
Two of my favorite channels, we need some crossover episodes!!!!
@ScottO84 Жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this review before replacing my current trap bar with it. Thanks, GGR!
@BasementBrandon Жыл бұрын
Solid review. One of the simplest issues I ran into was getting the sleeves on. They need a thin 17mm wrench which is not supplied, which is weird b/c all other tools are. My 17mm sockets wouldn't fit and I didn't have a 17mm fixed wrench laying around that would fit so had to order one off of amazon in order to complete the build.
@jamestonbellajo Жыл бұрын
Same thing happened with me. I ended up forcing it in and scruffed the sleeves and the powder coat. Not a big deal but it was a bit tedious and seemed unnecessary.
@stevephla Жыл бұрын
My socket wrench actually fit. Shallow socket.
@GarageGymReviews Жыл бұрын
Dang, I'll ask Sam on that. He didn't mention it. That is annoying.
@BasementBrandon Жыл бұрын
@@GarageGymReviews Sam is an outlier as he has the tools for any job 🤪
@cstreet1824 Жыл бұрын
Any open end, box end, or combo 17mm wrench works fine. They DO NOT need a special "thin" wrench. Just put mine together the other day with a standard combo wrench.
@CAHOP2401 Жыл бұрын
This is a great all-in-one type of bar for leg day. You can do trap bar deadlifts, then cambered bar squats, walking lunges, and even finish off the day with some farmers walks, all with one bar. I gotta say, this has me interested.
@GarageGymReviews Жыл бұрын
Yes, lots that can be done with it! - Coop
@ilyarepin7750 Жыл бұрын
you can do all that with a regular bar, but better because trap bars are for DYEL's and easier than regular deadlifts which makes them less effective. You can also do zercher squats with a regular bar. Honestly trap bars suck why do they even exist? Literally a waste of space.
@root3554 Жыл бұрын
@@ilyarepin7750 trap bar deadlifts are not the same as normal deadlifts. just because they're easier doesn't make them less effective. trap bar deadlifts are extremely effective and safer than normal deadlifts. you also get WAY more out of a trap bar deadlift in the leg department. there's simply a greater reward from doing a trap bar DL whereas the payoff from a conventional deadlift is little in comparison to the huge risk that it presents
@mikesmith379 Жыл бұрын
@@ilyarepin7750 it's as easy or hard as you choose to make it based on your movement pattern and depth. You choose how much to squat vs lean over instead of the equipment forcing a specific movement pattern as happens with a straight bar deadlift. You can stand on blocks if you want even deeper range of motion. This is a much superior piece of equipment compared to straight bar deadlifts.
@FreshPineapple1 Жыл бұрын
@@ilyarepin7750 Oh hi Mark Rippetoe
@briangalloway3684 Жыл бұрын
Great review thanks Coop
@stevephla Жыл бұрын
The wide grip distance is an irritating choice by REP. It forces a lot of folks to pay out again for the handles that SHOULD have been included. It would be nice if they took the included handle frames (we keep the grips) as an exchange for a 24" or 25" width set. Don't see that happening. Otherwise, a darn close to perfect product. Well done REP. I have added one to my gym.
@mduon82 Жыл бұрын
Love your videos Coop!
@ryanstraughn860 2 ай бұрын
This was a very thorough and good review. You do an excellent job and it helps tremendously before making a purchase. Just wanted to show my appreciation for your work.
@richardpeterson4440 Жыл бұрын
I love mine and have deadlifted over 600lbs with it. Also great for frame carries because the long sleeves give room to load up the bumpers. That being said at 6’3” 330 I can’t squat with it. The built in jack stand runs into my thighs. BUT the handle width is perfect for me.
@geomafia Жыл бұрын
I’m 6’5 and like the width too. I bought the rotating handles and the narrow and still prefer the wide ones that came with the bar. Wife uses the rotating handles and prefers them over the narrow. She’s 5’2
@praxton Жыл бұрын
When you reviewed the Eleiko and the Kabuki bars, I thought someone needed to combine them, and lo and behold! This is great! And about half the price of those. Mighty tempted to make the purchase. My home gym is in my bedroom, so space is limited and this place has lower ceilings so I've had to go with a seated press, which is fine, but I prefer a standing press. This could allow me to return to the standing press despite the lower ceilings, not to mention make my lunges more conveniently challenging. UPDATE: Got mine today. Assembly leaves a lot to be desired. Maybe others have better toolkits, but I barely could get my socket wrench in there. It recommends a 17mm wrench, but for the life of me, I could not get my 17mm wrench to fit. And even my small socket wrench required some force to get it in position and even then it was at times at an angle. But, that was enough to get it done. Just be aware the assembly is likely going to be irritating. Even before you get to assembly just removing the bolts and nuts was a hassle. They're vacuum sealed so you have essentially peel them off the plastic wrap one by one. It's not the end of the world, but it's an unnecessarily cumbersome task.
@mowmow128 Жыл бұрын
Saw in REP website that they will ship to Europe in 2023... Can't wait!
@ivenusflytrap Жыл бұрын
That’s great news! 🇳🇱
@accalakessler119 15 күн бұрын
Thank you for such a thorough review. Really quality.
@JohnJacob56 Жыл бұрын
I truly think Rep is the best value to quality company on the market and has topped Rogue with its products. At this point, it’s hard to see any reason for people to buy other brands unless they’re going cheaper.
@rodolfomedini9931 Жыл бұрын
I cannot wait to get mine
@davidb1975a Жыл бұрын
Mine showed up a week ago. I like REP's rewards program. It helped me knock a few $$ off the price. I do really really like the multifunctionalilty of this bar. Looks like I have a goal to surpass 500lbs. 😁💪👍 Looking forward to seeing what REP releases for accessories for this bar.
@REPfitness Жыл бұрын
Thanks David!
@MudPig6110 Жыл бұрын
Wide, narrow and rotating grips have hit the website. Going to order them as soon as I can figure out how wide my grip normally is when i deadlift.
@thomasbrown7328 Жыл бұрын
Love my Kabuki. Worth the price of admission for doing heavy (and safe) Bulgarian split squats aka RFESS with the open bar and the Titan single leg squat roller ($115). Can load it as much as you want and if need to dump the bar then dump away. Doing heavy Bulgarian split squats on a bench is more awkward and puts pressure on big toe. It’s such an important movement I encourage y’all to get the Titan squat roller- I do not work for Titan and pretty sure that’s the only thing I’ve bought from Titan. Happy with my Kabuki due to different handle width options since I’ve a wife and almost teenage kids. Plus that knurling is so choice.
@chrisbeach7222 Жыл бұрын
Coop, I am 6’7, not quite 400 lbs though and that width sounds perfect to me. If you’re looking to re-home gym that bar I’d love to have it. Great review!
@orionz06 Жыл бұрын
I’ve had mine now for a bit and the new handles are on the way as well. Overall it’s great. I note the stiffness, but it’s not really an issue for me, and a straight bar would bend a little too. Assembly was easy with standard homeowners tools.
@SuperBizalz Жыл бұрын
13:13 - YES!!! COOP!!!! You FINALLY said the word, “Height” CORRECTLY!! You didn’t sound like you had a lisp!! Nice!! 👍
@codycantrell2780 2 ай бұрын
Thank goodness I watched this. Was debating between the standard and narrow handles.
@careycaswell3203 Жыл бұрын
Great review. I like that I can specify narrow in my order so don’t need to pay for another set of handles. Ordered mine today. I think another feature for us talk basement dwellers is we can go overhead with more clearance also .
@Useruytrw Жыл бұрын
Hats off to the no cap coop. Great review
@satl3161 Жыл бұрын
Rep killing it. Excellent trap bar
@trickshot4272 Жыл бұрын
Your awesome coop💪💪💪
@nickb408 Жыл бұрын
Feel like REP should ship these with like a T handle hex key for the handles. Feel like it’d be a nice small addition for quick handle removal or swaps.
@car1it05WAY Жыл бұрын
Rep has been killin’ it lately. Good to see more competitors for Rogue.
@avinashtyagi2 Жыл бұрын
Rogue who?
@jimmobley533 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your help picking a trap bar.
@andrewmckinney8719 Жыл бұрын
Archon trap bar. Crazy design!! Need to see a review!!!
@DrDeusExMachina Жыл бұрын
Put a piece of fabric between the knurled handles when using the Allen and you’ll be able to really torque it down
@robertduncan6292 Жыл бұрын
Would like to see a review of the Prime Fitness open trap bar and their new Safety Squat Bar.
@richards6431 Жыл бұрын
Great review. Prior to this video I was Kabuki all the way, now I’m not so sure. Wish it was USA made though.
@migslaurente5294 Жыл бұрын
Good Review 👍👍👍👍👍
@anthonyperry2923 Жыл бұрын
Just received mine, love it. It felt heavier than the stated 60 pounds. I weighed mine at 71.6 pounds. Maybe they are not including the weight of the handles, either way it's super solid and heavy.
@ronnierose1636 Жыл бұрын
Just went to buy it and sold out. It was available this morning your video must have pushed it even more.
@TheCarterHomeGym Жыл бұрын
I'd like to see a comparison to the Vulcan Ox bar.
@ShepherdsChapelonYT 5 ай бұрын
Ty
@mikesmith379 Жыл бұрын
Variable handle width and height is critical. For the deadlift movement you want narrow handles. If you do more of a squat you need more room for your knees to move out without hitting your arms. Younger kids may also need more narrow handles. Handles above the line of the tubes helps offset any balance issues.
@JohnathonAkaBoog Жыл бұрын
I'd love to see you guys review the Ironmaster 2000 because it's a rack with a Smith Machine for a reasonable price for the average garage gym owner.
@GarageGymReviews Жыл бұрын
Ooh cool. I'll take a look! - Coop
@JohnathonAkaBoog Жыл бұрын
@@GarageGymReviews awesome man, love the content. Keep up the good work, always look forward to your info.
@thebodybeatdownDiTi Жыл бұрын
if i had the money id probably jump on this one..i like the versatility and look
@JonathanTReviews Жыл бұрын
I'm really hoping they correct the standard handle option moving forward. Virtually every comment I've seen has expressed a preference for the narrower option being the standard.
@cstreet1824 Жыл бұрын
Standard handles are fine and I'm not a big guy. They are at a perfect angle for shrugs and I find no problem deadlifting at the stock width.
@WeiderMystic Жыл бұрын
Big hand gang checking in to +1 the too-big handles
@wolf07ga Жыл бұрын
By the way Coop. I have to give it up. I honestly didn’t think you were going to be competitive in the REP deadlift challenge. I was very impressed with your overall placing.
@GarageGymReviews Жыл бұрын
It's okay, I'm a sleeper. Always the underdog. It fuels me. - Coop
@TheMTHSYoshi Жыл бұрын
Nice review coop! Do you have any recommendations for a hyperextension/back raise?
@scottsteffen2516 Жыл бұрын
maybe give the consumer the option for different handles to fit their body style when ordering. But I am very interested in this bar thanx Coop
@sl1237 Жыл бұрын
I want to see Rep make a compact version of this for those of us who don't have the space and don't need to rack the bar.
@a.f.s.3004 Жыл бұрын
These companies should start contacting you BEFORE they launch a new product…💪
@MetalsForBrunch Жыл бұрын
I think a quick release handles with large pins would be perfect.
@adamcassis9392 Жыл бұрын
What are your thoughts on the rep open trap vs the safety squat bar? I was originally considering the SSB but am looking at the OTB due to some more versatility. It will be my primary bar to squat with since the standard barbell causes lots of shoulder pain.
@satchm05 Жыл бұрын
Same question
@jakerogers9245 Жыл бұрын
Please review the “Stray Dog” GOAT lever arm. Great for leg ext/curl and other features
@geomafia Жыл бұрын
I like using it for seated calf raises too. Just use a flat pad.
@pixelpetes Жыл бұрын
You can use a grinder to cut the allen key down a fraction and save the knurling
@NoBuddyz Жыл бұрын
I’m stoked on the Kabuki trap bar I have, but I’m thinking I have to give rep a chance now
@steelwarrior105 Ай бұрын
Coining was the word you were looking for for those horizontal ridges
@tas1424 Жыл бұрын
It's mad that I watch every one of these reviews yet can't get any of the equipment anyway cos I live in the UK. 😂
@GarageGymReviews Жыл бұрын
*sad
@REPfitness Жыл бұрын
Working on getting there next year!
@tas1424 Жыл бұрын
@@REPfitness that's music to my ears!!!
@tas1424 Жыл бұрын
@@GarageGymReviews spin off European channel....? 🤔
@PaulHo Жыл бұрын
Could you use the long end of the Allen key through the handles instead to install and remove the handles?
@fredator76 Жыл бұрын
It looks very nice at a reasonable price
@adambuteux Жыл бұрын
Suggest hex bits for a impact driver - great for home gym assembly
@ConciergeMD Жыл бұрын
Good content.👍 What wall rack is that with your maces and kettlebells?
@jerseyjim9092 Жыл бұрын
Comparing the different bars I'm sold on tbe Rep especially since they now have closer grip options. Only thing is now I need to convince myself I need another piece of equipment. I ready have the longer version of the CAP trapbar and I have an Elite SSB.
@pasoliman Жыл бұрын
Wonder if it would be easier to adjust the handles if you put the long end of the allen key in and twisted between the 2 handles? Or maybe if they include a longer key?
@samrmills Жыл бұрын
Handles available for preorder. guessing you've already used some of them and can share some thoughts?
@tawaitai Жыл бұрын
Coop with Da Scoop!
@mrw3951 Жыл бұрын
So with the Alan Key, it may be more difficult initially but with a towel on it, you should be able to tighten it with the elongated end between the two grips, no? That way you're not catching or rubbing the knurling.
@josephfuino Жыл бұрын
Coop clearly this bar was designed for its most important purpose which is Zercher squats
@mpower1956 Жыл бұрын
All allen keys may be purchased as "cut off" that are half as high so that is what I would use to eliminate the wrench hitting the handle!
@alexanderperales6230 Жыл бұрын
Review the Jacked Up power rack pro !
@Wetterwet Жыл бұрын
Debating to get it now or wait for the superior handles to come in.
@BrimhallBarbellClub 16 күн бұрын
Glad they fixed the width of the handles.
@nodaysoff2326 7 ай бұрын
Hey! If I can get the Eleiko Oppen bar used from their site for $300 off, should I go with that? They have the dual handles now( as I’m sure you know). Thanks!! Love your reviews!!
@bbo4659 Жыл бұрын
Odd question can you use it for push jurks from the hoop? In my basement gym I can stand full extension with about 2 inches from the ceiling. Add weight and I will have two nice holes in my ceiling.
@vonboldler5219 Жыл бұрын
Coop, can you tell them to manufacture at set of shorter sleeves and a set of taller handles? Thx, it's nice to have options.
@teatowel11 Жыл бұрын
Looks awesome, i don't think your complaints are deal breakers.
@richiestombaugh9663 Жыл бұрын
Wonder if they have thought about using this as a seal row/ benching camber bar. Would just need some different handles then it seems like it would work.
@aaronwilson8233 Жыл бұрын
Yeah rotate the handles 180° and it would be a sick seal row bar. Would love that!!!
@bulletprooftrainingsystems Жыл бұрын
I guess the handle issue is a matter of perspective. When I think of the handles issue, my thoughts are it's going to activate the upper back to a higher degree and force more tightness in heavier lifts. Not that big of a deal.
@Washyourbellybutton Жыл бұрын
I might be these just so I can over head press with my short basement ceiling.
@AlexanderRios-or9kv Ай бұрын
Looking at purchasing. I noticed on the website it says that the standard grip measurement from handle to handle measures at 25in now. Do you know if this is an update REP made or does the standard still measure at 27in as mentioned by coop in the video?
@readyme Жыл бұрын
Check out Giant Lifting open trap bar. It seems to be a very good value… so I’m curious.
@itad Жыл бұрын
Anyway you could do some reviews on the fitness equipment that Costco offers? You’ve done a lot of Amazon shopping reviews could you do Costco??? They are done for selling high quality products it would be cool to get your opinion.
@lbcitylacounty4982 Жыл бұрын
Hi, can you guys do a review on the FIDAB-2 ADJUSTABLE BENCH: BLACK? We think this better than the Rep or Rogue compatible. Thanks.
@stevemcinally460 Жыл бұрын
If they are smart about it, the handle width and clunky quick release could help solve each other. Move the handles in an inch each and then add a wing nut type of head on the bolt and it would work nicely.
@Timm129 Жыл бұрын
I'm looking at this one, the Vulcan ox bar, and giant. Can you compare all three?
@inquisitor4635 Жыл бұрын
I immediately noticed the handles were too wide. They are actually too wide on most trap bars. I would like the handle width to be exactly where my arms naturally and neutrally hang at my sides when I am in a standing position. The jack pads look like they may hit the thigh for tall people with a wider squat stance. The flex is not a big issue, but rigidity is more important with a trap bar because it isn't being guided against your shins and legs like with a traditional straight bar deadlift. All those issues resolved and perfection may very well be achieved. Perhaps a padded yolk, possibly removable, as another additional feature option?
@chrispolyviou2305 Жыл бұрын
coop can you review the ATX plate vest
@bcparkinson82 Жыл бұрын
Would a t-handle tool work w/o damaging the knurl?
@mrdisco8616 Жыл бұрын
I hope when they get their other handles they will allow you to pick which handles you want included. I would personally pick super narrow handles.
@Beast_Mode_Jones Жыл бұрын
Why would you pick narrow handles over the thicker ones?
@mrdisco8616 Жыл бұрын
@@Beast_Mode_Jones when trap bars have wide handles I can feel my arms getting pulled towards the side and low and that makes it hard to keep my upper back set. That’s why sometimes I prefer heavy dumbbells to a trap bar for RDL even though with narrow handles the trap bar should be better in every way.
@lucascarr4363 Жыл бұрын
Would you choose this over a safety squat bar if you only had an option for one.
@noahkararo Жыл бұрын
If you don't need to remove the handles, could you put some blue threadlocker (removable w/ hand tools) on the bolt? Might help eliminate the loosening during use
@JoYo6167 Жыл бұрын
Noah I use that stuff on every nut and bolt
@cstreet1824 Жыл бұрын
They only loosen if you hand tighten. If you use the allen wrench they should be fine. On the other hand, if you are going to leave them on, blue Loctite wouldn't hurt.
@bkinder83 Жыл бұрын
You could definitely see the flex in the deadlift challenge video. Do you like pressing with it? Im not imagining the benefit for those movements
@GarageGymReviews Жыл бұрын
Yep, love it actually. Used it for 5 sets of bench this morning. The thickness of the bar feels great and the instability of the camber is awesome for bench. I'll be posting some training footage of it on Insta. - Coop
@bkinder83 Жыл бұрын
@@GarageGymReviews insatbility. Brain didnt go that way. Thank for the reply while I remove the earthquake bar from my cart
@SaulFemm Жыл бұрын
Coop making sure people know he lifts by dropping that 500+ DL multiple times 😄.
@JJ-to6qu Жыл бұрын
Are future handle options something confirmed by Rep or speculation?
@melsmith3662 Жыл бұрын
Have you reviewed the move strong open trap bar?
@ryana6978 4 ай бұрын
I think I’m going to order one. Coop, I want that orange watch you’re wearing. What brand is it?
@lont3927 Жыл бұрын
Hey Coop, I see Titan fitness just came out with their version of the open trap bar. I would be curious to get your thoughts on that one after testing it out.
@lont3927 Жыл бұрын
So, still interested in your thoughts on this bar, but also just pulled the trigger on the giant open trap bar v4 because similar in design, but scored for $303 to my door.
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