Rapid fit jump rope vs Rogue RPM comp rope
This is a comparison between the Rapid fit jump rope and the RPM comp 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".
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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.
Overview and review of the Rapid fit jump rope
This is an overview of the Rapid fit jump rope 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 Rapid fit
The Rapid fit jump rope is a good speed rope which is manufactured by RX Smart gear. It comes with bearing and a pop and lock function for the cable to be adjusted at the handles. This makes it a good option when you do not have a lot of people doing double unders in parallel, but still many individuals at different times in the day who need to adjust the rope to their needs. The specifics of the Rapid fit are:
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Dual Bearing Speed Rope
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Ergonomic Grip-Friendly Handles in Black with Red logos
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Push-button cable re-sizing feature
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Buff 3.4 oz. Cable: PVC-coated, Aircraft-grade
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Option of Standard Red Cable (8’4” to 9’0”) or Long Black Cable (9’0” to 9’8”)
Pros of the Rapid fit
The biggest pro of the Rapid fit is that you do not need to buy as many cables or jump ropes to accommodate different needs. While this is irrelevant for your own home gym and can become a problem in a busy affiliate gym.
Cons of the Rapid fit
The pop and click mechanism makes the whole feeling of the swing for double unders less smooth than with permanent solutions. The mechanics can also break or lose their tightness when used often.
Alternatives to the Rapid fit
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 of the Rapid fit
Good for home use for the entire family or in a gym where bit many do double unders in parallel. An affiliate gym might be better of buying multiple SR3 for the price of this. A home warrior probably might get more out of the SR2 Fraser or Bridges edition.
