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Olympic Bumper Plates from Vulcan Fitness Vulcan Fitness is one of Australia's leading suppliers of high quality and affordable Olympic Bumper Plates . We have Olympic Bumper Plates to suit your home gym equipment and commercial gym equipment training needs. Take your training to the next level with Vulcan Fitness gym equipment. FAQ What is Olympic Bumper Plates? Olympic bumper plates are a type of weight plate that are commonly used in Olympic weightlifting and other strength training exercises. Bumper plates are typically made of dense rubber, which is durable and shock-absorbent. They are designed to be dropped from overhead without damaging the floor, barbell, or the plates themselves. Bumper plates are available in a variety of sizes, with the larger sizes being thicker to allow for heavier weights. The standard size for bumper plates is 450mm (17.7 inches) in diameter, which is the same as standard Olympic weight plates. Bumper plates also come in a variety of weights, ranging from 1.25 kg to 25 kg. The primary advantage of bumper plates is their ability to be dropped without causing damage to the floor, barbell, or the plates themselves. This makes them ideal for Olympic weightlifting exercises such as the clean and jerk and the snatch, which require dropping the barbell from overhead. Additionally, the thick rubber material of the plates makes them less likely to crack or break over time compared to metal plates. When using bumper plates, it's important to use proper form and to gradually increase weight as you build strength. It's also important to use collars to secure the plates to the barbell and to always lift with a spotter for heavy lifts to prevent injury. Bumper plates can be a valuable addition to a home gym or commercial gym and can help to improve strength and conditioning for athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike. Black Bumper Plates vs Colour Bumper Plates? Black bumper plates and Colour bumper plates . The main difference between these two ty