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Odor-free bumper plates – High Grade upgrade

High Grade Black Bumper Plates

High Grade Black Bumper Plates

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Odor-free – no rubber stench in Box or home gym
Smooth surface – pleasant in the hand
Cast labeling – still legible after years
Five weights in the IWF colour code – 5 to 25 kg
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In stock – delivered to you within 1 to 3 business days
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Description

Black bumper plates for Olympic lifting and CrossFit

The High Grade Black Bumper Plates are the upgrade to our standard bumper plates. The key day-to-day difference: they don't smell. No typical rubber stench that settles into enclosed spaces – relevant for CrossFit Boxes with limited ventilation, basement home gyms and studio spaces in residential buildings. The smooth surface feels more pleasant and wipes clean easily. The color-coded weight labeling is cast rather than printed – it won't wear off even after years of intense use and stays legible at all times. With 45 cm outer diameter and 50 mm bore, the plates fit any Olympic bar (Olympic standard). Built for snatches, cleans, deadlifts and every drop-based exercise.

100 % virgin rubber and stainless steel insert

The core material difference: 100 % virgin rubber – no recycled mix. That's the reason for the odor-free properties and the long-term stable rubber quality. The inner ring is stainless steel rather than regular steel and measures exactly 50.6 mm – it sits rock-solid in the rubber. Available from 5 to 25 kg with IWF-standard color labels (white / green / yellow / blue / red).

Technical Specifications

Material 100 % virgin rubber (odor-free)
Inner ring Stainless steel, 50.6 mm
Outer diameter 45 cm
Bore 50 mm (Olympic standard)
Color Black with colored labels
Available weights 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 kg
Unit 1 piece (sold individually)
What's included 1× High Grade Bumper Plate (weight as selected)
5 kg white, 22 mm
10 kg green, 35 mm
15 kg yellow, 48 mm
20 kg blue, 58 mm
25 kg red, 68 mm

High Grade vs. Standard Black Bumper Plates

Criteria High Grade (HG-BBP) Standard Black Bumper
Material 100 % virgin rubber Recycled content possible
Smell Odor-free Typical rubber smell
Surface Smooth Structured
Labeling Cast (colored) Printed (fades over time)
Drop tolerance High High
Price level Higher Lower
Best for Box with vent limits, home gym, ambitious training CrossFit Box, standard training

If odor-free properties and durable labeling matter to you – home gym, compact Box without strong ventilation, athletic studio with ambitions – take the High Grade. For solid CrossFit training with drops and a smaller budget, the Standard Black Bumper Plates are a good choice. Both have identical dimensions and can be mixed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference to the standard bumper plates?
The High Grade plates are made from 100 % virgin rubber with no recycled content – that's what makes them completely odor-free. The surface is smooth instead of structured, the labeling is cast and color-coded to IWF standard (instead of printed) and stays legible for years. On top of that, the inner ring is stainless steel rather than regular steel.
Do the plates really not smell?
Yes, they're completely odor-free. None of the typical bumper-plate stench that settles into enclosed spaces. Especially relevant for CrossFit Boxes without strong ventilation, basement home gyms and studios in residential buildings.
Can I drop these plates?
Yes, that's exactly what they're built for. The stainless steel inner ring (50.6 mm) sits firmly in the virgin rubber; the material is designed for drops from full hip and shoulder height. No issue for snatches, cleans and heavy deadlifts.
Can I mix High Grade and standard plates?
Yes, the dimensions are identical. Both have a 45 cm outer diameter and 50 mm bore – they fit the same bar and can be combined freely.
Why is the labeling color-coded?
The colors follow the IWF standard: white for 5 kg, green for 10 kg, yellow for 15 kg, blue for 20 kg, red for 25 kg. So you can identify the weight at a distance – useful in Box use or quick visual checks before a lift.
Do you sell the plates individually or as a pair?
Individually. For a pair, order 2 of the same weight. For a complete setup with all weights, individual ordering lets you tailor the ratios precisely (e.g. more 25 kg than 5 kg plates).
What does IWF standard mean on these plates?
It refers to geometry and colors: 45 cm outer diameter, 50 mm bore, color coding to IWF specification. That is not an approval – the plates carry no IWF certificate, and only a handful of manufacturers worldwide do. For training, Box use and competition prep that's plenty. If you want competition gear with a bolted steel insert and minimal bounce, take the Competition Bumper Plates Set 140 kg.

Customer reviews

We introduced the High Grade Bumper Plates because the typical rubber smell of standard plates was driving us crazy in our own Box with limited ventilation. The High Grade are odor-free – that makes a huge difference in smaller rooms. The cast labeling is a nice extra: after five years of intense use, the plates look like day one, while printed labels on many brands wear off after two years.

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Further information

Additional informations
Brand
cross equip
Weight
5.0 kg
Training goals
Strength training, Functional Fitness
Shipping & Delivery

Our parcel delivery partners:

Small and lightweight parcels are delivered by Swiss Post. We ship larger and heavier parcels via DPD.

Our shipping partner

For larger shipments that need to be transported by truck on pallets, our shipping partner Christian Rüedi AG ensures on-time and damage-free delivery.

We offer reliable and fast shipping so you receive your order as quickly as possible.

  • Delivery times: Our standard delivery times are usually 2–3 business days.
  • Shipping costs: Shipping costs vary depending on the order quantity and delivery address. These are clearly and transparently displayed at checkout.
  • Tracking: After your order has been shipped, you will receive a tracking number via email, which you can use to check the status of your delivery online at any time. Delivery areas: We deliver exclusively to Switzerland.
  • Returns and exchanges: If you are not satisfied with your order, we offer a hassle-free return and exchange policy. Please read our return policy for more information.
  • Our customer service team is happy to assist you with any questions or special requests.