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Best CrossFit Barbells Compared: Rogue vs REP vs CAP
Compare the best CrossFit barbells side by side. Rogue Echo Bar, REP Sabre, CAP Beast. Specs, prices, and performance compared.
Top Pick: Rogue Echo Bar 2.0
Best Overall with a score of 9.5/10. 28.5mm shaft, 190K PSI tensile strength.
Shop Rogue Echo Bar 2.0 - $195Side-by-Side Comparison
| Barbell | Price | Shaft | Knurl | Tensile | Finish | Rotation | Verdict | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue Echo Bar 2.0 | $195 | 28.5mm | Medium | 190K PSI | Cerakote | Bushing | Best Overall | 9.5/10 |
| REP Sabre Bar | $269 | 28.5mm | Medium | 190K PSI | Cerakote | Needle Bearing | Best Bearings | 9.0/10 |
| CAP Beast Bar | $129 | 28mm | Medium | 155K PSI | Chrome | Bushing | Best Budget | 7.8/10 |
#1: Rogue Echo Bar 2.0 - Best Overall
Price: $195
Shaft: 28.5mm
Knurl: Medium
Tensile: 190K PSI
Finish: Cerakote
Rotation: Bushing
Score: 9.5/10
Verdict: Best Overall
#2: REP Sabre Bar - Best Bearings
Price: $269
Shaft: 28.5mm
Knurl: Medium
Tensile: 190K PSI
Finish: Cerakote
Rotation: Needle Bearing
Score: 9.0/10
Verdict: Best Bearings
#3: CAP Beast Bar - Best Budget
Price: $129
Shaft: 28mm
Knurl: Medium
Tensile: 155K PSI
Finish: Chrome
Rotation: Bushing
Score: 7.8/10
Verdict: Best Budget