Rogue Fraser SR2-2S vs RPM Speed rope

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

Overview and review of the Rogue RPM Speed rope

This is an overview of the Rogue RPM Speed rope which comes in at $55. 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 Speed Rope

The RPM speed rope has a coated cable to protect floors of all kinds and itself. The mechanism for spinning the rope is bushing. It is available in black, blue and red. The ends of the handles have been redesigned to have less wear and tear on the cable. The handles are Aluminium and take a beating. They also hold chalk in case you are working on a WOD with other heavy lifts. The specifications of the RPM speed rope are:

Precision machined 100% Aluminum Handles with Rogue branding and standard knurling for maximum durability and reliable grip
NEW Color Options: Black, Steel Blue, Chili Pepper Red
Standard Clear Coated Cable – 12’ (adjustable)
Anti-friction Technology with Oilite Bushing Design for smooth, efficient spin
Patented Dual Axis Rotation, keeping handles on the end of the rope and stopping torque build-up
Applications: Faster double-unders, triple-unders and lower WOD times
Includes Microfiber carrying bag
Compatible with bare steel cables and locking set screws (not included)

This is a solid choice from Rogue which is not made in the USA.

Pros of the RPM speed rope

The RPM speed rope has a design with no weak links like other speed ropes from Rogue. The earlier versions have been rethought to have a simple handle design which protects cable and athlete alike. In addition, you get three polling colors to choose from.

Cons of the RPM speed rope

Not everyone is a fan of Aluminium handles and therefore might want to go for a different jump rope. As the speed rope has bushing it will also not spin as smoothly as alternatives with bearing.

Alternatives to the RPM speed rope

Alternatives to the RPM speed rope 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 RPM speed rope

The RPM speed rope is a very affordable option when you want a well-designed speed jump rope with an Aluminium handle. The only downside of the bushing instead of bearing.

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".

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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.