Is there something cheaper out there than Ivanko that's of similar quality?
It just seems a little steep to pay $1,100 for a bar.
Has anyone bought the olympic bars from the New York strength website?
Be careful when going for a cheaper bar. They could have a funky carbon percentage in them, making them tender, and possible to snap at higher loads.
The reputable brands don't do that.
The best bars I know of are Leoko's and Eleiko's. Ivanko's are good too. But best bang for the buck would be Leoko IMO. Out of the world knurling on the Leoko barbells as of late fo' sho'.