Rogue SR3 vs Pro Jump rope
This is a comparison between the Rogue SR-3 jump rope and the 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.
Overview and review of the Rogue SR 3 Bushing
This is an overview of the Rogue SR3 which comes in at $15.75. 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 Rogue SR3
The
Rogue SR 3 bushing jump rope is the bread and butter model of the Rogue Jump Rope line up. They are affordable and can be purchased in packs up to 20. The specs of the rope are: This article was originally posted "Which jump rope to get from Rogue"
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Bushing Design
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11' cables are available for taller athletes
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Handle Length: 6.75"
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Cable: 120" Red Coated 3/32" speed cable
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Adjustment: adjustable end with a fixed swaged end
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Indestructible Glass-Filled Nylon Resin Rogue Handgrip
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Tapered handle, 0.5" spindle to 7/8" diameter base
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Recommend use on rubber or nonabrasive surface
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Recommend 2.3MM - Standard speed rope cable
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Recommend the 2.3MM Adjustable Screws
The
SR3 has many different variations for handle length to fit every athlete's needs. The jump rope is not made in the US and is available in red.
Pros of the SR3
The
SR3 will provide double unders for an affordable price. Especially if you own a gym and wan to offer a higher quality, uniform experience for double unders, this is a great jump rope to get.
Cons of the SR3
The
SR3 is not made in the US which might not be an option for you due to where you are employed are out of principle. The bushing also does not spin as fast as bearing which comes in at a higher price.
Alternatives to the SR3
Alternatives to the
SR3 are
The
SR1 jump ropes from Rogue come with different handles. Some of them have special designs which are inspired by CrossFit athletes. What sets them apart from the
SR3 is that they use bearing instead of the bushing and therefore spin faster.
The
heavy jump rope is an alternative to get more fatigue into your workouts.
Heavy jump ropes have been a staple of martial artists all over the world to train and endurance in arms and shoulders. Just don’t expect to do double unders with this rope.
The
rogue pro jump rope combines the ideas of speed ropes and
heavy ropes to form a
heavy rope which can also be used to do double unders. First used in the 2016 CrossFit games, these ropes can be a good choice when you are buying for yourself. For buying in bulk, the price is a bit steep and you might want to go for another option out of the Rogue Portfolio
Summary for the SR3
The
SR3 is the best option for anyone who wants to get started with double unders on a budget or buys for an
affiliate on bulk. If you are not into double unders but coordination you might want to buy a slower rope. Expert athletes might go upmarket to simulate competition better.