OP here: Got a deal on a Rogue Ohio bar which should be our one and only bar along with 4 new rubber( to make my wife happy) 2.5 pounders from Johnson Fitness. While I perfect my form, I'll look for a deal on pretty bumper plates a pair at a time.
Thanks All.
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I don't do: disks, tubeless, e-shifting, or bead head nymphs. But I do hate all e-bikes.