(And here are our picks for the best bumper plates.) This seven-foot Olympic barbell has been an Amazon's Choice best seller for years. The 15" sleeves are designed with snap clips to accommodate ...

Eleiko’s rubberized plates have been a staple for brand exposure since their ... An Eleiko employee placing the final touches on one of the many competition-ready barbells manufactured in Sweden.

You'll find another difference in the bar's sleeves, or the end of the bar where the plates are held, says Delgado. "Olympic barbells have two-inch, rotating sleeves; standard barbells have one ...