CAP Barbell Unisex-Adult Olympic Grip Plate Series

I ordered 6 of these so far (2x25, 2x10, 2x2.5) and my bodyweight scale measured each 25# one as 25.0 lbs on the nose. It's not a hyper-accurate scale, but it's relatively accurate to within +- 0.2 lbs. I plan to order 45s, 35s, and 5s to complete my set.Pros:• I love the grips and the hammered metal finish (certain paints are capable of producing that hammered look when dry).• Absolutely cannot beat the price for the 45s, 25s, 10s, and 2.5s. The 35s and the 5s break the pattern of ridiculously cheap, but they're still not too bad for what you get.• Each weight (25 lb) shipped separately in its own box to minimize potential damage from shipping, something I appreciate.Cons:• As others have said, the inner 2" diameter cutout was roughly finished, but this was only true of the larger 25# weights I ordered, NOT the smaller ones. Both of my two 25# weights came with some sharp burred edges, but a quick touch with my Dremel, and everything was sorted out. Alternatively, one could touch up the sharp/rough patches with a metal file. Either way, this was not a big deal for me, and I placed my order fully expecting to encounter this.• Of the three sets I ordered, the 2.5# weights took much longer to ship (roughly 3 weeks), but arrived promptly after shipping (within 2 days). No big deal for me, but just beware you may have to wait for your full set.Aside note:• I'm amused by people who see the Prop 65 warning for the first time in their lives thinking these barbell weights are going to give them cancer. You can tell these people are either not from California, or they do not buy many products aimed at California markets. To clarify: California requires, by law, a warning label on all products sold in the state when those products contain one or more statutorily defined chemicals "known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm." This can include lead or lead-based paint. Yes, lead is a known carcinogen, and lead paint is toxic. It is also very common. The truth is, many of these one-star reviewers have likely encountered this substance in their own states WITHOUT such a warning.For instance, bullets and air rifle pellets are overwhelmingly manufactured with lead as the main component. Lead is used in older formulations of pewter. Lead is commonly included in industrial paints. In fact, in older communities, lead was a material commonly used in potable water pipes to carry drinking water from city supplies into homes. While I am only guessing, I'd say the warning probably applies to the paint, which is likely lead-based.So, what can you do to minimize adverse health effects from handling these barbells? The single biggest thing you can do to stay safe is not to eat the paint. Yes, I'm serious. Don't be tempted to lick it, however tasty it may appear, and don't let your children lick the barbells either. The other thing is to simply wash your hands like a civilized person after handling the weights. You should be in this habit anyway. Do these things, and if you still get cancer, I promise it was probably from something else.Lol. Sometimes, you people really amuse me. Carcinogenic barbell weights. What will you internets think of next?By the way, ethanol (the kind of grain alcohol in drinks like beer, wine, and other distilled spirits) is a known carcinogen. You'd be surprised what common products in every day life are carcinogenic. Common medications like benzodiazipines, barbiturates, albuterol, and atorvastatin are carcinogenic; also carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, carbon tetrachloride and many other aromatic hydrocarbons... to date, the list has accumulated more than 800 substances. Too much sunlight is carcinogenic. Not enough sunlight is carcinogenic. These barbells are the least of your concerns.Good luck, be smart, and stay safe.

Ordered a set of 45 lbs to test with my Rampage bumper plates. I needed 45 lbs plates shorter than my bumpers so, when deadlifting, the bumpers would be the only point of contact with the ground (to protect flooring). These plates fit the bill nicely. They arrived on time and in excellent condition. I haven't experienced any of the things mentioned in the negative reviews. The weights are accurate, the paint is great, there are absolutely no sharp edges in the grip holes. Mine are as smooth as a babies bottom! These plates slide on/off my power barbells with ease. The fit is perfect. The price is also great. Cheapest I could find for the quality. I like them so much, I'm going to order an additional set of 45 lbs after I finish this review. If you're in need of shorter plates to pair with bumper plates, look no further. "These ARE the plates you're looking for!"

These are excellent training plates for the money. I bought 300lbs of these plates in various sizes. The cost is unbeatable. Lots of people say these are trash plates, but actually they are mostly smooth cast iron enameled plates that (for me) are very precise. I weighed every plate and most were well withinn1-2% of the state’s weight (which is very precise for any training plate). Many were dead-on accurate or within less than 1% of the state weight. The finish is nice and hard. They don’t give off an odor. The grips work well for handling. The holes are pretty smooth and don’t scratch my bar. I don’t see how you can do better than this for overall value. Are they flashy? No. Are they perfect? No. Do they work? Absolutely. Are they precise? Yes, and more than some much more expensive options.

PLEASE NOTE: This item is sold as a single, individual plate. NOT A PAIR! If you intend to lift weights like 99.9% of the world, putting equal weight on BOTH sides of the bar, you will need to DOUBLE your order. This was not clear to me when I purchased the single plate at $25.00. Hence, the reason it appeared to be such a good financial deal.There is nothing wrong with the plate, product is beautiful and I am now submitting my SECOND order for the additional plate I will need to lift like a normal human being...the second and PAIR completing plate that I thought I was getting with my first order... just not sure why, like buying shoes, I would only buy one and not a PAIR... a little deceiving.

they are weights, they seem evenly weighed, feel like 45lb plates, i havent stood on a scale with them but ive handled many plates at the gym and these feel the same.When i came across these they were normal priced, I think I caught someone slipping, cus all the other pairs were more expensive even the smaller weights...I thought it was going to be some kind of scam but I HAD to find out, when I got them everything was real lol. I re-checked the pricing days later and it was adjusted to be way overpriced as all plates everywhere are these days, so, I got lucky on that one.

This package arrived intact and on time The plates have a great finish They are easy to handleWith free delivery these plates are a great value for the money

I have dumbbells which have olympic 2" size bars, and these are pretty heavy! Good quality. The only thing I worry about is that though they are smooth and appear to be coated in protective sealant, they're not rubber on the outside and therefore I would want to have a proper dumbbell stand or something so they won't damage the floor. Maybe I need to put them on an old worn out folded yoga mat.***Edit*** The protective coating just might be protective enough, the plates are smooth. I'm just worried about not having an extra mat or rug around if I place them on the ground, since the plates and floor might scratch each other.