Rogue Bridges SR2 vs SR343 jump rope

This is a comparison between the Bridges jump rope and the SR343 including pros, cons and alternatives. Follow the links for more details

Overview and review of the Rogue SR 343 Mach speed rope

This is an overview of the Rogue SR343 which comes in at $85. 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 SR 343

The SR 343 Mach speed rope is the ultimate speed rope from Rogue. Each part has been designed to be lightweight and fast spinning. Taking inspiration from the jet and race car industry everything about this rope has been done tuned for speed and longevity. If you want to go fast, this is your rope. It is also manufactured in the US and has been combined with the Cerakote technology to make it available in multiple colors. The specifications of this jump rope are:

Made in the USA
CNC Machined, Aircraft Grade Aluminum Handles
Premium Nylon Coated Black Speed Cable: 5/64" diameter, 120" length, 38 grams (can be cut down to accommodate user's height)
Custom Designed Bearing Swivel for Max Speed, Omnidirectional Movement
Lightweight Urethane Grips
Textured Bead Blast Finish
Total weight: 130 grams (Handle + Cable)
Etched Rogue logo in bottom of handle
Recommend only for use on rubber or non-abrasive surfaces

Pros of the SR 343

If you are set out to break records this is what you need to get. This also applies if you appreciate high-performance engineering and attention to detail. This is a product Rogue is especially proud of and this is why it is shipped in a special box.

Cons of the SR 343

This is not a jump rope for beginners. You will whip yourself at high speed and wreak a rather expensive jump rope. Great as a gift for someone you know is into double unders as they most likely won’t buy it for themselves. Bad for your kids to play around with or someone who just starts.

Alternatives to the SR 343

Alternatives to the SR 343 are:

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 SR 343

The SR 343 is the Apex in speed Rogue has to offer and is worth the money. There is only one better option from Rogue which fulfills a different purpose which is the Rogue Pro model. The only thing to say about this is that you probably would not get a Ferrari for someone who did not even pass their driving license.

Bridges SR2 Speed rope

This is an overview of the Rogue Bridges SR2 which comes in at $49.50. 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 SR2 Bridges

The Bridges SR2 Speed Rope is made in America and a solid midrange speed rope from Rogue. The handles are aluminum and the design should be especially appealing to the military based on the color and Bridges background. With bearing to make it spin better this is either a good upgrade from your former rope for double unders or a great entry for very fit individuals into the world of double unders. The specs of this rope are:

Made in America
Signature Bearing Speed Rope of Josh Bridges
Bearing Swivel for omnidirectional movement
Tapered Handle Design: Aircraft Grade Aluminum, Olive Drab Anodized Finish, Textured knurl grip, and etched Bridges “Stache” logo
Handle Length: 6.75”
Handle Diameter: 7/8”
Cable: 120" Coated 3/32" speed cable - Light Grey, Can be cut down / customized to shorter length
Laser-cut Rogue endcaps
Recommend use on rubber or nonabrasive surface for best long term performance

Pros of the SR2 Bridges

The Aluminium will keep your handles in the same form, even if you tread them title careless. They will also hold chalk better in case you use the jump rope in a WOD with deadlifts or other exercises which you chalk up for.

Cons of the SR2 Bridges

Not everybody might like the design. If that is the case there are other variations of the SR2 available which differ in color and the form of the handle. Not everybody will be happy to pay around $50 for a jump rope. You also have lower-cost options like the SR3 in the Rogue portfolio.

Alternatives to the Bridges SR2

Alternatives to the SR2 are:

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 mist 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 Bridges SR2

The Bridges SR2 is a solid mid-range jump rope from Rogue that won’t break if you step on it. The Bridges version also makes the design pop a little more.