E-Z Lift Iron Olympic Plates With Slotted Grips – Ivanko (OMEZS)

Ivanko OMEZS E-Z Lift Iron Olympic Plates w/Slotted Grips – Using the same 7-slot grip pattern as the Ivanko OUEZ urethane encased barbell plates, the OMEZS (Olympic Machined E-Z Slot)
features a fully machined cast iron surface that is smooth to the touch and free of unsightly blemishes. Ivanko cuts no corners in the manufacturing of these plates and their painting process is no exception. Each
OMEZS is fully coated with a German engineered, polyester based, hammertone finish that is baked until fully cured to be chip resistant. This resilient finish helps protect underlying cast iron from the elements
as well as metal to metal contact with other plates. And the stated weight of each plate is dependable and extremely accurate. Your bar and equipment will always remain perfectly balanced.

Why choose grip plates over standard Olympic barbell plates? Up until about 1993, for the most part, Olympic plates consisted of slim-line and deep dish options from a handful of manufacturers. Handling the heavier 45 lb. and 100 lb.
sizes was a bit cumbersome and we can probably all recall a story or two of someone we know dropping one of these plates on their toes because it slipped out of their hands. Ouch! The weight lifting plate sporting built-in hand grips couldn’t have
come too soon for all us iron junkies out there. Now instead of a less than sufficient flange running the circumference of the plate, we now had roomy grip holes or slots we could fit our entire hand into allowing us a safe and secure grip to load or unload
plates onto a bar or machine. No more smashed toes! While most grip plates entering the market included between one and three integrated handles, Ivanko shook up the fitness world with their 7-hole design. The look was awesome and the first
question that popped into everyone’s head was “With all those holes, how could that plate possibly weigh 45 pounds?”. The 7-slot not only looked cool but was very functional, as well. Whether you’re grabbing plates off a plate holder, bar, or a machine, wherever you place your hand there is a handle waiting. This is not only convenient, but helpful when performing drop sets or quickly removing plates for any other reason.