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Rogue Echo dog sled vs Rogue slice sled

Written by Pascal Landshoeft | Oct 8, 2020 4:00:00 PM

Rogue Echo dog sled vs Rogue slice sled

This is a comparison of the Rogue Echo dog sled and the Rogue slice sled including pros, cons, and alternatives. This was originally posted in Which sled to get from Rogue.

 

 

Overview and review of the Rogue Slice sled

This is an overview of the Rogue Slice sled including pros, cons, and alternatives. This was originally posted in Which sled to get from Rogue.

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Overview of the Rogue slice sled

Price $175
 
The rogue slice sled is the smallest sled from Rogue that you can still push via its uprights. The arrow style design makes it a bit easier to push than either sled from Rogue. The unique feature of this sled is that you can fold down the plate pin in the middle for easy storage. This sled can be compacted down so much that you can easily fit it into your car. The full specifications are:
 
  • Made in the USA
  • Dimensions: 27.5" length x 22.75" width x 37.25" (with handles) Height
  • Fold-Flat Weight Post: 14” loadable length (must be bolted to sled using 1/2” hardware)
  • 0.25" thick Laser-cut and formed steel construction
  • (1) 16' Sled Strap and (1) Carabiner included standard
  • Laser-cut Rogue branding on each side of unit
  • Texture Black powder coat finish
This is a great mini sled that can fit in any corner.
 

Pros of the Rogue slice sled

 
The pros of the Rogue slice sled are:
 
  • Compact design
  • Combination of big and small sleds from Rogue
  • Low price

This is the smallest rogue sled that you can still push with two uprights. Rogue has combined the designs from their Dogsleds and mini sleds to create this compact product at the lower range of their sled arsenal.

 

Cons of the Rogue slice sled

 
Cons of the Rogue slice sled are:
 
  • Lower versatility compared to Dogsled 1.2 
  • Lower load capacity compared to butcher V2 
Compared to the Dogsled 1.2 you have fewer options for attachments and variety in training, but gain a lower purchase price for the slice sled. Compared to the butcher the slice sled can not take as much load.
 

Alternatives to the Rogue slice sled

 
Alternatives to the Rogue slice sled are:
 
If you go a little upmarket you can get the Dogsled 1.2 with a lot more options to fit your individual training needs or just having a bit more fun. Especially if the purchase for yourself and this is the only sled you are likely to ever get, go for the Dogsled 1.2 instead and pick some attachments you will actually use rather than all of them.
 
The Rogue butcher V2 is the better option for anyone who wants to get the maximum load possible on their slide. In all fairness to most mere mortals that does not apply as they will not push around 1000lbs. Still, if you are in that market, the slice sled is not the right option for you. 
 
Roughly in the same price category is the Rogue Echo dogsled. While the frame is sturdier as the plate pin can not be flipped, I would still go for the slice sled instead. As you are already wanting to save money looking at this option, you can also go with the model that can be stored easier behind a locker or similar. 
 

Conclusion for the Rogue slice sled

 
The rogue slice sled is the most attractive sled from Rogue in the lower price ranges. It easy to store, still comes with uprights, does not cost too much and can load up to 300lbs. I personally think the smaller sleds are a bit pointless and otherwise, you will have to use a bit more money. 
 
 
 
 

Overview and review of the Rogue Echo dog sled

This is an overview of the Rogue Echo sled including pros, cons, and alternatives. This was originally posted in Which sled to get from Rogue.

 

Overview of the Rogue Echo Dogsled 

Price $195
 
The Rogue Echo Dogsled is a streamlined version of the first Dogsled design from Rogue. This way they manage to cut cost on a time tested model for push and pull movements for your home gym or commercial gym. With 450lb weight capacity you can still get a challenging workout in, while keeping mobile. If you are worried about the floor you can get plastic skis to do less damage. The full specifications are:
 
  • Made in the USA
  • Single-piece formed steel construction: 0.25" Plate Steel
  • Foot Print: 36.5" x 25"
  • Height: 37.5" (with uprights & plastic)
  • Weight: 87LB, 450+LB weight capacity
  • Includes (1) carabiner
  • Includes (2) Push Poles which can be placed in any of the four sockets
  • All hardware for set-up included
This is a solid low budget option for a home gym or commercial gym that works these sleds a lot outdoors on rough surfaces.
 

Pros of the Rogue Echo Dogsled 

 
Pros of the Echo dogsled are:
 
  • Price 
  • Carabiner included
This sled is mainly about the lowest price point possible from Rogue and does what it says on the tin. Dogsled, pin, plate, go train. Nothing much more here.
 

Cons of the Echo Dogsled

 
The cons of the Echo dogsled are:
 
  • One purpose only
  • Feet not detachable
Compared to the Dogsled 1.2 the echo sled only has one operation mode. You can detach the uprights for easier storage, but you can not use other attachments with it. Still, it has two carabiner holes prebuilt. Another problem can be the bottom of the sled. As it is mainly made from one piece, you have to get a new one if it breaks. 
 

Alternatives to the Rogue Echo Dogsled

 
Alternatives to the rogue echo dog sled are:
 
 
The dogsled 1.2 is the upgraded version of the original Dogsled design from Rogue. While the Echo is the budget version, the Dogsled 1.2 has many different options for attachments to make training more interesting and challenging. If you are only getting one sled for yourself the Dogsled 1.2 is probably the better buy. If you have to get an armada, stick with the Echo sled. 
 
The Rogue butcher V2 is the truck amongst the sled from Rogue. This sled can take the most plates if you want to do heavy pushes. The downside is that it is not very versatile and harder to store than all the other sled from Rogue because of its size. 
 
The Xpo trainer 2 has an innovative design for a sled and uses wheels. This way it is less damaging to driveways and lawny in suburbia or your precious gym flooring. It wors with a flywheel engine that increases the resistance the harder you go at it. This is great for a good speed workout. If you want to et better at getting heavy loads moving from zero, the XPO might not be the best tool to improve in this section. 
 

Conclusion for the Rogue echo sled

 
The Rogue echo sled is a great budget option to get yourself a high-quality sled to do your workouts outside. Especially if you are going to store your sled outside, this is probably a better option than the more expensive ones from Rogue. 
 
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