A compact, quiet barbell for beginners: the Hop-Sport Starter Set 20 pairs a 120 cm / 25 mm straight bar with 20 kg of composite plates (28 mm) in small, easy jumps (2×5 kg, 4×1.25 kg, 4×1 kg). Composite construction is floor-friendly and reduces noise; star collars secure every rep.
Complete 20 kg starter set -This bundle gives you everything you need to begin lifting at home: a 120 cm / 25 mm straight bar, composite plates (28 mm) in 2×5 kg, 4×1.25 kg, 4×1 kg, and secure star collars. The selection covers the core movements - presses, rows, curls and warm-ups-so you can build a routine on day one without buying extras. Clear plate markings make loading fast, while the balanced combination of big and small discs keeps the bar stable and easy to handle for new lifters.

The composite plates (28 mm) feature a robust outer shell that reduces noise and helps protect floors, making this set ideal for apartments, shared spaces and late-evening sessions. Compared with bare metal, the contact is softer and less resonant, so you can train without disturbing neighbours. The durable finish resists scuffs and wipes clean quickly, keeping your kit presentable even with frequent use.

With 1 kg and 1.25 kg plates, you can increase weight in 1-1.25 kg steps, the sweet spot for beginners learning technique. These small jumps help you avoid plateaus, fine-tune intensity on accessories, and follow linear programmes confidently. Start light for skill practice, then nudge the load up session by session - progress feels smoother and safer when the bar moves up in controlled, realistic increments.

The bar’s threaded sleeves and star collars lock plates firmly, preventing rattle or drift during sets and improving balance as you fatigue. A knurled 25 mm grip offers confident control without being harsh on the hands, supporting a cleaner bar path and tighter positions on each rep. The result is a setup that feels solid under load, encouraging good habits and consistent movement from the start.

At 120 cm, the bar is easy to manoeuvre and store in tight rooms—behind a sofa, under a bed, or in a wardrobe - yet still long enough for controlled pressing and rowing. Because the system uses the standard 28 mm format, you can add more plates later as your strength grows; no need to replace the bar. It’s a space-savvy foundation that scales with you from first workouts to steady, long-term progress.