The Colorado Bar
The Colorado Bar is a high-value mixed-use bar that competes directly with the Rogue Ohio Bar at a lower price point. It features smooth composite bushings and a comfortable 28.5mm diameter.
Ingredients & Purity
190,000 PSI tensile strength steel. Features a Cerakote or Duracoat finish which provides excellent corrosion resistance but can chip over time.
Scientific Evidence
Tested for static load capacity and sleeve drop durability. REP is transparent about their testing but doesn't offer a fatigue scale like Rogue.
Brand Transparency
Clear labeling of PSI and bushing type. Manufacturing is overseas (China), which is disclosed through their supply chain info.
Value Assessment
For a home gym owner on a budget, this bar provides 90% of the performance of a Rogue bar for roughly 75% of the price.
Why Not Alternatives?
It uses composite bushings which are quieter than bronze but may not have the same multi-decade track record. It is an 'import' bar, which allows for the lower price, but lacks the domestic manufacturing oversight of Rogue or Texas Power Bars.