Rogue Fraser SR2-2S vs Heavy jump rope

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

Overview and review Rogue Heavy jump ropes

This is an overview of the Rogue Heavy Jump rope which comes in at $47.25. 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 Rogue heavy jump rope

The Rogue heavy jump rope is a good alternative to the many speed ropes which are in the portfolio. With the heavy jump rope leans a bit more towards boxing rather than CrossFit style of using the jump rope. This means focusing on your upper body strength and endurance to keep your shoulders flexible and arms up for longer. The specifics of the Rogue heavy jump rope are:

Sold Individually
8mm diameter cable
Available in 9' or 10' length
9' cable weight: 1.5LB (24 ounces)
10' cable weight: 1.75LB (28 ounces)
TPE handles: 1" diameter, 0.3LB (4.8 ounces) each, Red w/ Rogue logo imprinted
Ropes are Non-Adjustable
Training Ropes - Not intended for Double Unders

The heavy rope is a good addition to mix things up or if you have boxers and MMA fighters on your box. This jump rope is not made in America.

Pros of the Rogue heavy jump rope

The rope swings slower and is harder to move. This makes it better for trick jumps and when you want to train for endurance.

Cons of the heavy jump rope

The heavy jump rope doesn’t spin fast and is therefore not the best for doing double unders. If that is your main interest you might want to go for other jump ropes.

Alternatives for the Rogue heavy jump rope

Alternatives to the Rogue heavy jump rope are:

The SR3 comes with plastic handles and bushing. This is a good option for people who want to start training with double unders and find it to hard to do with the jump ropes from the local shop. The SR3 is also part of many Rogue Equipment packages and can be purchased in bulk. This is the rope to get for beginners and as your affiliate equipment.

If you prefer a sturdier setup and can spare around $50 for a jump rope you might want to look into the SR2 series. There are several different combinations of handles and colors available. This jump rope has Aluminium handles and bearing instead of the bushing. This is one of the cheapest Aluminium jump ropes you can get from Rogue. It is a very good option for anyone who wants to upgrade their double under experience.

The Creme de la Creme of Rogue jump ropes is the Rogue Pro. First used at the CrossFit games 2016 this rope combines the speed of a speed rope with the weight of a heavy rope. If you want to be at the top of the game in any discipline, this is the one to get to train your double unders.

Summary of the Rogue Heavy Jump Rope

The Rogue heavy jump rope can hell to mix up the routine for yourself and your clients. If you have many fighters in your gym you might want to consider to get a couple more of these.

Rogue SR 2 S Fraser Speed Rope

This is an overview of the Rogue Fraser SR2 which comes in at $44.50. 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 Fraser

The Rogue SR 2 Fraser speed rope comes customized with HWPO ingrained in it. The is short for his motto “Hard work pays off”. The SR 2 has bearing for a faster spin and Aluminium handles. This gives it a different feel compared to the SR1 and SR3 jump ropes from Rogue. The specifications of this jumbo rope are:

Made in the USA
Inspired by Rogue athlete and Fittest Man on Earth, Mat Fraser
5.25" Red Anodized Handles: Aircraft grade aluminum construction, knurl-textured grip (0.625" diameter)
HWPO logo on handle knurl
2.3MM Nylon Coated Black Speed Cable (120" length)
Bearing Swivel for omnidirectional movement
Adjustable end
Recommend only for use on rubber or non-abrasive surfaces

It is also one lower-cost options for American made jump ropes from Rogue, if the origin of the products is of special importance to you.

Pros of the Fraser SR 2

The SR 2 has bearing and Aluminium handles. This makes it a good rope to be used with chalk for double unders. If you drop your jump rope often and it is likely that people will step on it, this is a good low-cost option that will take the beating.

Cons of the Fraser SR2

If you want to do trick jumps or you are more interested in the strength rather than conditioning benefits of jump rope training this might not be for you. In this case, you might want to get the Rogue Pro Jump Rope or heavy jump rope instead.

Alternatives to the SR2

Alternatives to the SR2 jump rope can be

The SR3 series jump rope is part of many rogue equipment packages and the best starter jump rope in terms of value for money when it comes to double unders. They are also a cost-efficient option to buy in bulk for your affiliate gym.

The Rogue Heavy Jump Rope is a good alternative if you are into martial arts training. The heavier rope spins slower and trains your muscles more effectively. It is also a good option for trick jumps a la Muhammad Ali.

The Porsche among the Rogue jump ropes is the Rogue Pro Jump Rope. It combines the benefits of the heavy jump ropes with the speed needed for double unders. Introduced at the 2016 CrossFit games it makes a good investment for committed individuals.

Summary of the SR2

The Rogue SR2 Fraser edition is a good option if you prefer Aluminium without breaking the bank with a bit of style. I personally like the slogan “Hard work pays off” a lot. If you don’t like the color or handles you can also go for the Bridges version of these.