Buddy Lee Aero Speed jump rope vs Rogue RPM Competition rope
This is a comparison between the Buddy Lee Aero jump rope and the Rogue RPM competition rope including pros, cons and alternatives. Follow the links for more details
Overview and review of the Rogue RPM Comp rope
This is an overview of the Rogue RPM Comp rope which comes in at $65. You will see the pros and cons of this jump rope and also learn more about other Rogue Models. This article was originally posted in "Which jump rope to get from Rogue".
What else to consider from Rogue
Overview of the RPM Comp rope
The
RPM comp rope has been co-designed by Rogue and Jason Khalipa to deliver an ultimate machine for fast spinning with Aluminium handles. This jump rope comes in black with extra precision knurling to prevent it from slipping from your hands. The cable is bare steel compared to the
RPM speed rope version. Therefore it should be used on rubber floors only. Specs of the
RPM comp rope are:
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Co-developed with Jason Khalipa
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Adjustable 12' Bare Steel Speed Cable
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Precision-machined Aluminum Handles: Aggressive Knurl + Rogue Branding
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Dual Axis Rotation design reduces torque in the cable
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Oilite Bushing System for a smooth spin, reduced friction
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Comes with Microfiber Storage Bag
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Recommend 1.8MM - Bare steel cable
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Recommend the 1.8MM Adjustable Screws
Pros of the RPM comp rope
No compromise on the speed with a bushing design. The bare steel cable makes you perform and every single piece of this jump rope has been designed to perform.
Cons of the RPM comp rope
The higher price and the non coated cable might not make this the ideal choice for use at home. Here you might want to go for the
RPM speed rope base model.
Alternatives to the RPM comp rope
The
SR3 jump rope is the bread and butter model in the CrossFit community. If you are annoyed with the jump rope from the local shop and want to start with double unders, this is the one for you. It is part of many of the Rogue equipment packages and can also be bought in bulk to outfit an
affiliate or college gym.
The
SR1 jump rope is an alternative to get a bearing jump rope on the cheap. The
SR1 also has bearing to make the rope run smoothly but the handles are not made of Aluminium. This makes them lighter and more cost-efficient at the expense of being easier to break.
The
Rogue Pro Jump Rope is the ultimate jump rope from Rogue. It combines the speed of the speed ropes with the weight of
heavy ropes to create the most challenging and satisfying jump rope experience from Rogue. This product is also fully manufactured in the States. Apart from the price, there is nothing bad to be said about it since its first appearance at the CrossFit 2016 games.
Summary For the RPM comp rope
This can be a great upgrade for someone who already owns the base model or entry for an elite athlete, especially if you like the handle design and do not want to spend $100 one jump rope.
Buddy lee aero speed with Green hornet
This is an overview of the Buddy Lee Aero Speed which comes in at $49.95. You will see the pros and cons of this jump rope and also learn more about other Rogue Models. This article was originally posted in "Which jump rope to get from Rogue".
Overview of the Buddy Lee Aero Speed
The Aero speed is a classic designed by Ex-Marine
Buddy Lee. This jump rope has been laid out for 5-6 turns per second to give the workout challenge he you need to get better. The special feature of this jump rope is that there are no screws holding the cable in place. The specifications of the
Buddy Lee Jump Rope are:
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Patented Swivel Bearing System - Reduces friction, drag, tangling
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Green Hornet Medium Coated Cable - Stainless Steel Wire construction - Non-adjustable
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Designed to handle High-Intensity Jump Rope Training
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6” T-Grade Aluminum Handles
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Swivel Bearing Wrench to secure and replace bearings for years of performance
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Should be used only on wood or rubberized surfaces
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Color Options: Black, Blue, Green, Pink, Purple, Red, Gold, Mustard
Pros of the Buddy Lee
The
Buddy Lee Jump Rope Design makes it easy to change jump ropes without having to use a screwdriver. The ropes also come in many colors for more fun to be had. Paired with very fast-spinning, this can be a good purchase for the serious athlete.
Cons of the Buddy Lee
The handles might be a little short for some tastes and it would also not work with the cables you might already have from other speed ropes from Rogue. It is also not made in the USA which might put some people of.
Alternatives to the Buddy Lee
The
SR3 jump rope is the bread and butter model in the CrossFit community. If you are annoyed with the jump rope from the local shop and want to start with double unders, this is the one for you. It is part of many of the Rogue equipment packages and can also be bought in bulk to outfit an
affiliate or college gym.
The
SR1 jump rope is an alternative to get a bearing jump rope on the cheap. The
SR1 also has bearing to make the rope run smoothly but the handles are not made of Aluminium. This makes them lighter and more cost-efficient at the expense of being easier to break.
The
Rogue Pro Jump Rope is the ultimate jump rope from Rogue. It combines the speed of the speed ropes with the weight of
heavy ropes to create the most challenging and satisfying jump rope experience from Rogue. This product is also fully manufactured in the States. Apart from the price, there is nothing bad to be said about it since its first appearance at the CrossFit 2016 games.
Summary For the Buddy Lee Aero speed
This is a solid jump rope from an excellent marine with a shirt handle. If you don’t like the screw on design from other jump ropes Rogue has to offer, then this is a valid alternative.