Thanks for commenting Keyser! Actually your the first that ever interacted and don't mind if I screenshot it lol Also, appreciate the insight on the Swedish iron-ore quality. It's the first time we actually researched about that claim of Eleiko, which apparently is true given that Sweden is Europe's biggest iron-ore producer, and is really known for purity. Also, glad to learn more about how Sweden's iron industry is actually connected with WW2. All so interesting so yeah, super thank you for that insight! As for Uesaka, we unfortunately have never had any experience with their products. Really interested to see how they match up with Eleiko, as having had a lot of experience with a few US brands, seems like Eleiko really is a level above in terms of quality, finish and balance. Regarding the Eleiko Rack Bar (ERB), unfortunately we've had no experience with it yet. So far, it's the Eleiko XF, Hybrid, Performance Weightlifting & Powerlifting, IPF Powerlifting Competition, IWF Weightlifting Training Bars that we've been able to use. Though from specs of the Eleiko Rack Bar, it seems very similar with the Eleiko Performance Powerlifting Bar (EPPB), except for the 1.2 knurling of the ERB vs 1.5 for the EPPB, the obvious absence of knurling on the j-cups area, and slight difference in flange widths. Both however are 29mm, and with graphite-infused bushings, which I feel makes the lifting experience very similar. Just another note I haven't mentioned in the video, the spin quality of Eleiko bars are 👌 Whether bushings for the Powerlifting-centric bars, the mix of bushing and bearing for the multipurpose bars, or bearings for the weightlifting bars, Eleiko sleeves spin together with how exact the sleeves are on the shafts are soooo on point.

@@therackdotcoph Thanx for your informative reply. How do you like the Eleiko Hybrid Bar? How corrosion resistant is it? I understand it’s not made anymore. Eleiko told me it’s being replaced by “something more exciting;” hummm, stainless steel perhaps and finally? Two more historical Swedish iron ore facts. 1.) Swedish iron ore was used to make the famous Ulfberht swords that the Vikings used. It was THE sword to have as it would shatter other swords. You did not want to go into battle without one. 2.) In WW2, the Swedes kept the Nazis at bay by supplying them with Swedish iron ore. Sad, but the Swedes did have to make a “deal with the Devil” so as to prevent invasion. It’s still a shame in Sweden.

@@keysersoze5920 we found it quite good, especially the NCO Nitrocarburized Oxidation finish and how it manifested on the sleeves. When loading and unloading plates, at first glance of the sleeves you'll think scratches are left. But with a simple wipe of the cloth it all goes away. One thing though is that the sleeves seem to run a bit tighter than the Eleiko XF Bars. Since both bars are with bushings and bearings, we were assuming that the spin experience be the same, however they weren't. It could be that we really didn't use it enough to properly "break in", but then again the Eleiko XF Bars were great from the beginning. Plus, generally a bigger fan of the patina, bare steel, chrome, look. As for coming out with stainless, do you think that adding Chromium would affect the rigidity of the shaft of which an Eleiko bar is so well known for? Personally, think the chrome finish is plenty good especially with how Eleiko does them. The only other "steel" finish look that maybe as good as Eleiko's chrome is Kabuki Strength Electroless Nickel finishes, of which unfortunately they seem to have discontinued already. Thanks for the additional info on the Ulfberht swords lol as a fan of the Vikings series - however the storylines may have been sensationalized and distorted - it's certainly something to look forward to seeing when we get to visit the Scandinavian areas of Europe! History is truly complex. It's definitely sooo difficult to judge what intensity of acts are criminal and which aren't. Then again, it is always good to reflect on the past and try to sort out how we'll want to be remembered by generations down the line. By any chance are you a Swede? I just know that Keyser Soze, from googling, is a character from a movie I'll probably checkout during the weekend lol looks interesting!

@@therackdotcoph Hello again! No, lol, I am not a Swede, but my daughter is half Swedish. You can also find (on You Tube) how the Ulfberht swords were made, though no one really knows EXACTLY how they were made, just like no one really knows EXACTLY how Mongolian recurb bows were made. Chromium is the main ingredient added to iron so as to make stainless steel, and I feel that there is NO reason why Eleiko cannot fabricate such barbells. I just think it’s a consumer cost issue, as stainless steel is more expensive to fabricate (which explains why my Ironwolfe barbells are about $1K each). However, Eleiko’s chrome coating is very good, but there’s no better feel of a barbell than stainless steel, plus there’s almost no maintenance. FYI: Uesaka coats their barbells in nickel, which is also excellent and intriguing.