Need a quick answer re: collars

[TempestTenor]

Are collars usually included with a barbell purchase? With a plate purchase? Or are they always bought separately?

Thanks.

[Mouse]

Usually bought separately.
However if you are buying a set - ie bar and an amount of plates - the deal will often tell you if the collars are included.

Personally I found the spring collars that came with my bar were worse than a chocolate fireguard, so I invested in some others that seem more secure and are a lot easier to get on and off.

[Mouse]

Best way though is to ask.

Have a read of this thread re non spring collars.