Olympic Hi-Temp Bumper Plates Aussie Fitness Hi-Temp Olympic bumper plates are weights that are built to be dropped, again and again. Made from high-density recycled (crumb) rubber, they are specifically designed for high-volume training environments where plates are dropped frequently, such as functional fitness and CrossFit-style training, and they are known for their durability and floor protection. They are tough enough to absorb the impact of a missed lift while helping protect your floor, your barbell and the plates themselves, and the colour-coded design lets you read the load on a bar at a glance to keep fast-paced sessions moving. They run from 5kg to 25kg, fit any standard 50mm Olympic barbell, and use a steel insert for a secure, lasting fit. Because hi-temp plates are made from recycled rubber rather than virgin rubber, they are among the most durable bumper plates you can buy, which is why they hold up in high-volume commercial and home gym training. They suit CrossFit, Olympic lifting and general strength training. Pair them with an Olympic barbell, or see the full bumper plates to compare options. Key Features: High-density recycled rubber, built for repeated drops and serious durability Colour-coded by weight for fast identification during training Steel insert for a secure, lasting Olympic barbell fit Strong shock absorption that protects your gym floor and equipment Fits any standard 50mm Olympic barbell Eco-friendly construction from recycled rubber Available from 5kg to 25kg for commercial gym and home gym setups Specifications Type: Hi-Temp Olympic bumper plate Material: High-density recycled rubber Insert: Steel Barbell fit: 50mm Olympic (standard Olympic barbell) Available weights: 5kg, 10kg, 15kg, 20kg and 25kg Colour-coding: Colour-coded by weight Sold: Individually Shipping specifications Sold and shipped: Individually Shipping weight: Dependent on the weight purchased Why it works Hi-temp plates earn their name and their reputation from the material. Made from high-density recycled rubber, they are built to take repeated drops from overhead without splitting or going out of shape, which is exactly what high-volume CrossFit and functional training demands. The same rubber gives strong shock absorption, so a dropped barbell loads onto the floor rather than cracking it, protecting both your gym floor and the bar. It helps to compare the three common bumper plate materials so you can self-select. Virgin rubber plates are thinner and bounce less, which suits dedicated weightlifting, where you want the bar to stay put. Competition plates are built to a tight weight tolerance and a precise diameter for the platform, and they cost the most. Hi-temp recycled rubber sits in the value-and-durability lane, so it’s tougher and longer-lasting than budget plates, without the competition price tag, which is why they are a popular choice for CrossFit boxes and home gyms. Where to use it CrossFit and high-volume functional training Olympic lifting, including snatches and cleans Strength training, deadlifts and squats Commercial gyms and high-traffic floors Home and garage gyms Any setup with a drop zone where floor protection matters
