CAP Barbell 2-Inch Olympic Bumper Plate Weight Set with 6 Post Rack | 100-370 lbs | Multiple Options

I’ve been using the CAP Barbell Olympic Bumper Plates (100–370 lb set) for quite a while now, and overall, I’m really impressed with their quality and performance. The plates have a great, consistent bounce to them and feel solid and well-constructed. Even with heavy, regular use, they’ve held up perfectly—no gouges in rubber coating, cracks, chips, or concerns about durability. Pros: - Excellent bounce and shock absorption - Sturdy, well-built design - Durable under heavy and frequent use - Great value for the price Cons: - Strong rubber odor out of the box—needs to be aired out - Plates have an oily residue that should be wiped down before first use Summary: Despite the initial smell and cleaning required, these plates perform exceptionally well and are definitely worth recommending to anyone looking for reliable bumper plates.

This set showed up in about five separate boxes and everything arrived in perfect condition. Each plate was wrapped in plastic inside its own box, so nothing was scratched or damaged during shipping. Just be prepared for how greasy they are right out of the packaging. The plastic is soaked in oil and even after wiping them down twice with cleaning wipes they were/are still slick even after lots of use. If you set them on the floor before cleaning them fully, the grease will transfer and make the area slippery. With more wiping it can be removed, but the initial cleanup is definitely the most annoying part. Once cleaned up, the set itself is great. They are very easy to use and don't bend at all. I already owned 10s, 15s, and 25s, and this rounded out the heavier plates so we can increase weight and vary our workouts more. They fit all standard Olympic-size barbells, both ribbed and smooth, and the rubber coating gives some peace of mind when racking or sliding plates off stands. They’re sturdy, consistent in size, and work well for any barbell workout. Overall, the only real downside is the factory oil, but once that’s handled, the quality, durability, and versatility make the set well worth it.

So, getting out of the way I have no experience with any other rubber bumper plates, I think these are great. For starters, since Amazon reviews aren't always clear, this review is for the 260 lb Economy - Speckled set. Getting to the elephant in the room, yes, they have an odor and are they slippery out of the package, but there are valid reasons for that and many other bumper plate brands and products are like this at first so it's not really a point of contention, just something that potential buyers need be aware of. So, they smell and are slippery. To solve that, first I opened the boxes, removed them from their plastic bags, and sat them in the garage for a few days with a fan blowing over them. Then, I washed each plate with Dawn and a sponge, one of those double-sided blue kitchen sponges in a utility sink (but you could do this in a tub or anywhere really). I washed each plate twice. Load the soft side of the sponge with Dawn and soap down each side of the plate and then switch to the scour side of the sponge and work the plate into a good lather all over. Get each side, the center hole, and the outer rim of the plate. Rinse and repeat the process. Then dry with a towel. You'll know you're good when after drying you leave a finger streak that disappears in a few seconds completely. If finger marks remain then there is still oil to be removed. Note: you should see the water/suds turning black/grey as you wash each plate and those suds clearing up on the second (or if need, third wash). So, set them out a few days under a fan in a well ventilated area then wash each one twice with Dawn to a good lather and towel dry. Now you'll be able to put them in your house without odor if that is where you plan to use them. I didn't weight every plate but a 45lb weighed 45.4lb on my home scale but the scale could easily be off and a sample size of one is useless, basic take away, the weights are close enough. Also, some people complain that the 10 and 15 lb are flimsy and they are but they also aren't designed with side loads in mind or to be used without the 25+ plates to help spread out the load, so be aware of that. Basically, don't leave the 10 or 15s on your barbell by themselves, especially in heat, for longer than your workout or they may flex and break. You can leave them on the bar with larger weights no problem, just not themselves. One last thing, while cleaning, don't scrub TOO hard with the scour side. You don't want to shed rubber or rub off the letters and numbers. Pound for pound tho, very happy with the set and are competitively priced to iron plates making this set an excellent set an excellent value (One last thing actually, I do find the speckling makes reading the numbers on the plates a big challenging as the speckling and numbers are the same color but it's not all that bad either, it's not like you're reading them a lot and they've color coded...and size coded, lol)

The weights themselves work great and are solid, well-made, and exactly what I was looking for in terms of functionality and performance. They feel durable and perform well during workouts with no issues at all. However, when they arrived, they had a very strong cigarette smoke smell and an oily residue on the surface. I had to wipe them down multiple times and air them out before using them, which was disappointing and unexpected. Once cleaned, they function perfectly.

These are great, durable and good-looking plates. Perfect for my new power rack. What's not perfect is the smell (like cigarette smoke), but just needed to air them out. Knew this from other reviews. And it's because of how they're made/processed and the VOCs from the rubber.

I got such a good deal on these weights and they are perfect for my home gym. The included stand was very easy to assemble and holds all the weights with ease, plus some additional ones I bought. It says it has a capacity of 800 lbs which is more than enough for me. Plus, there are four barbell holders on the stand for additional convenient storage. The weights slide on and off with ease. These were the least expensive bumper plates I could find but the quality is just as good any any others I have used. The lighter weights are definitely bendable under a lot of strain but no the heavy weights. They have been super durable so far and they don’t dent, crumble, or scratch with normal use. Overall these weights are about as good as you could ask for and at a price that is very affordable. I’ll probably order more as my weight needs increase.

The reviews are right, there's an overwhelming chemical, rubber odour when you open these, and they're oily. I gave them a wipe with a cloth and multi purpose cleaner, and left them outside overnight. Now they're fine. Besides that non issue, these are fantastic and well made for the price, would but again!

I got the 260lb set, I believe, on a good deal. There's genuinely no reason to, as a home gym owner, get fancier plates than this; weight is weight, and if they're off by a few ounces here and there, that's not going to change anything about progression. The weights are consistent, good quality. They came with a coating of smelly oil, but I genuinely don't care about that because I just washed it down with soap and a microfiber cloth. They slide on smooth to olympic bars, and they feel comfortable to pick up. Weight seems consistent when I stepped on a scale with a plate, give or take a few ounces. They aren't Eleiko plates that are dialed in with scientific precision, but a 260lb set of these won't run you the price of a car. If you're training at home, put your money elsewhere and start lifting, these are more than good enough.

These are great. They came well packaged and coated lightly with a scentless light oil to protect them. They fit my 2" Gungnir Olympic bar perfectly. I purchased the 260 lb kit, and am definitely planning to purchase more!

Good stuff. But what’s the oily stuff on the weight!? It smells and hard to get off.

Quick delivery and no issues at all the packaging or quality. There was some oiliness, as many other reviews noted, but it really wasn't a problem and came off quickly at touch points with a quick dishsoap/water spray mix. I haven't seen rubber bumper plates from a reputable manufacturer at a better price, so I'd definitely recommend these as a great option for a home gym.