Help! Barbell clips

[lkl]

I recently purchased a barbell set for STS. I am having such difficulty getting those stupid clips on to keep the plates in place. Is this normal? Does it get any easier? It takes me forever! Someone told me not to use them. Has anyone tried this?

 

[Iris_g1]

It does get easier. They are very tight when new. I would never recommend you not use the clips though. That is an injury waiting to happen.

 

[krassymira]

Try this site:
http://www.ironcompany.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=3712
Just make sute what is your bar and if it will fit. These on the picture are for Olimpic bars and they are 2". My bar is 1" and they sent me collars that would fit mine. Contact them first. I ordered them, they are EXTREMELY EASY to open and close and I am very very happy. I cant imagine going back to sprong collars ever again!
Best: Krasy

 

[jolene_hajj]

I had the same problem and went out to Moddell's and got a different pair that were a lot easier to use because the handles were a bit bigger and easier to use.

 

[lkl]

Thanks so much Iris and Krasy. I'm going to try these clamps, otherwise I'm cooked!

 

[trigirl63]

Try this site:
http://www.ironcompany.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=3712
Just make sute what is your bar and if it will fit. These on the picture are for Olimpic bars and they are 2". My bar is 1" and they sent me collars that would fit mine. Contact them first. I ordered them, they are EXTREMELY EASY to open and close and I am very very happy. I cant imagine going back to sprong collars ever again!
Best: Krasy

Thanks Soo much!! These look like they would be much quicker. was haveing same prob.