Rogue Fraser SR2-2S vs Rogue Pro jump rope
This is a comparison between the Fraser jump rope and the Rogue Pro jump rope including pros, cons and alternatives. Follow the links for more details.
Overview and review of the Rogue Pro Jump Rope
This is an overview of the Rogue Pro Jump Rope which comes in at $129.50. 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".
What else to consider from Rogue
Overview of the Rogue Pro Rope
The
Rogue Pro Jump Rope is the best you can get from Rogue. It combines the benefits of a
heavy jump rope with the speed of a speed jump rope. This is also reflected in the price. The specifications for this jump rope are:
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Made in the USA
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Weighted Jump Rope as Seen in 2016 CrossFit Games
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Cable: 5.5mm, heavyweight, red-coated
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Handles: Stainless Steel, 25MM diameter
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Weight: 1LB (per handle)
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Total Weight: 110" rope is 2.5LB - Each 5" increment increases/decreases total weight by approximately 0.025LB
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Knurled Grip
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Etched Rogue branding
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Bearing system with swivel design
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Recommend the 5.5MM Replacement Cable Kit
Pros of the Rogue Pro
This is what has been used in the games in 2016. If you want to get stronger and faster at the same time, this is the rope to get. It might be the fastest, but it is definitely the fastest
heavy rope you can get your hands on.
Cons of the Rogue Pro
Price.
Alternatives to the Rogue Pro
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.
Summary for Rogue Pro
If you have the money to spend and don’t have weightlifting shoes yet, this is the one to go for. If you want a fast
heavy rope, have fun with this.
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:
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Made in the USA
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Inspired by Rogue athlete and Fittest Man on Earth, Mat Fraser
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5.25" Red Anodized Handles: Aircraft grade aluminum construction, knurl-textured grip (0.625" diameter)
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HWPO logo on handle knurl
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2.3MM Nylon Coated Black Speed Cable (120" length)
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Bearing Swivel for omnidirectional movement
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Adjustable end
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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.