Rogue Toomey SR-1S vs RPM Speed rope

This is a comparison between the Toomey 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".

What else to consider from Rogue

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.

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.