Rogue Toomey SR-1S vs Heavy jump rope

This is a comparison between the Toomey 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.

Toomey SR1 Speed Rope

This is an overview of the Toomey SR1 Speed Rope which comes in at $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".

Overview of the SR1 Toomey

The Toomey SR1 Speed Rope is the Toomey athlete version of the basic SR1 model. There are also a Froning and Spealler version of this jump rope which has different colors or handles. The SR1 is one of the most affordable bearing jump ropes which include the Rogue branding. It’s not made in the US so if you were bound to get a US-made jump rope to opt for the higher priced ones. The specifications of the SR1 Toomey jump rope are:

Exclusive speed rope of Tia-Clair Toomey
Bearings: (4) Hi-Precision Cartridge Ball Bearings per rope
Handle Length: 5.25"
Handle Diameter: 0.625"
Handle Construction: Glass-Filled Nylon Resin with TPE overmold for superior grip
Polyurethane Speed Cable: 120" long, 3/32" diameter, Dark Grey coated
Adjustment: adjustable end with a fixed swaged end
Best used on rubber or nonabrasive surface
Official Toomey Arrow logo branding and Rogue branding on handles
Color: Olive Green & Grey Handles, Dark Grey Cable

Pros of the Toomey SR1

You get a very fast jump rope at a reasonable price. If you have leveled out on your double unders with your current rope, this might be an option to get you a new challenge. You will also get a custom design which inspires some of your CrossFit fans. If you like green, this is can be a nice upgrade for you and your affiliate.

Cons of the Toomey SR1

It is not produced in the States and also not very heavy. If you want to do trick jumps or anything apart from double unders, this might not be the right jump rope for you. If you have to buy In bulk you might also not be a fan of the price tag.

Alternatives to the Toomey SR1

You should have a look at the following alternatives before making your final decision:

The SR3 jump rope is the bread and butter jump rope from Rogue. It is part of the Rogue equipment packages and can also be bought in bulk. If you are buying your first jump rope to get better at double unders or you want to buy in bulk for beginners, this is the one to get.

The Rogue heavy jump rope is a good alternative if you don’t want to do double unders and train more like a boxer. This will put more emphasis on your arms and shoulder muscles and teach endurance.

The Rogue Pro Jump Rope has been introduced to the public at the 2016 CrossFit games. This jump rope combines the weight of a heavy jump rope with the speed of a speed rope. If you are buying for yourself and only want the best, go for this one.

Summary for the Toomey SR1

The Toomey SR1 is a solid upgrade for the Ambitionen affiliate gym or for weekend warriors who find their SR3 not challenging enough anymore. If you have the extra money to spend for a little more design and fun on your first purchase the SR1 is also reasonable compared to the higher-priced options around $100.