Can you mix and match bumper plates?

The best way to mix bumper and iron plates is to ensure that you add iron plates of the same or less weight as the bumper plates on your barbell. For example, if you have a two 45 pound bumper plate, then the iron plates should not be more than two 45 pounds. Therefore, the ratio should be 1:1 bumper to iron plates.

Can you mix weight plates?

Answer: Yes, but there’s a right way to do it and a wrong way to do it. If you’ve got great rubber bumper plates like the ones we sell at Fringe Sport, then iron and rubber plates can absolutely be mixed and used together.

How many plates can you fit on a bar?

A standard Olympic barbell has sleeves that are 415mm long. If you want to load as much weight as possible, you need to use the densest plates. I can find 50kg plates that are 48mm thick: That gives enough room to put eight 50kg plates on each side, with enough room to add a 25kg plate too.

Do you need all bumper plates for deadlifts?

Bumper plates are the only choice for deadlifts. Doing these types of exercises with cast iron weight plates will just end up damaging your equipment. There are different types of bumper plate – standard, crumb rubber and competition. Standard bumper plates are ideal for deadlifts.

Are bumper plates bigger than steel plates?

Bumper plates are wider than metal plates because of the thick rubber layer surrounding them. Anyone who can lift a lot of weight will have a hard time with bumper plates since their size limits how many you can fit on the bar.

Can you mix weight brands?

THE ANSWER IS NO! Even if two different brands of oil have the same viscosity, you still should not be mixing them together. Technically, using a grade of oil that’s recommended by your car manufacturer is correct. However, if you combine two different brands of motor oil, you could be at risk of damage.

Can you squat with bumper plates?

Stack bumper plates to the height of your knees (parallel) outside your squat rack where you would normally squat. Load your bar light to begin with, and then back up to the stacked plates and test out a couple squats.

What is the difference between bumper plates and Olympic plates?

Bumper plates; or just bumpers; are Olympic-sized plates (450mm diameter with 50.4mm inserts) that are made of thick, dense rubber. Bumper plates are offered in both kilograms and pounds in the same weight variety as you would find standard Olympic and powerlifting plates in.

How many of each weight plate do I need?

For every 90 lbs over 300 lbs that your goal is, add 2 x 45 lb bumper plates. Some companies make 55 lb plates, but I really like sticking with the 45 lb plates.

Can I bench with bumper plates?

To progress your bench press, you’ll want to have a variety of weights on hand. Bumper plates are also a nice addition to your setup as they won’t cause too much damage to your floors if you drop them compared to traditional iron weights. This 160-pound set from REP is likely enough for novice to intermediate lifters.

Can you deadlift with bumper plates?

You can be traditional and deadlift with iron plates, but if you’re concerned over dropping heavy weights on your garage or basement floor then you can always go with bumper plates. Either way, make sure you also have a thick enough rubber floor underneath you. Personally, I always deadlift with bumper plates.

Are bumper plates heavier?

Bumper plates Their design permits a loaded barbell to be dropped (and to bounce) after a lift, with negligible damage to the floor, plates, and bar. Unlike most iron plates, where heavier plates have larger diameters, bumper plates are all the same diameter, instead varying in thickness and construction.