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RX Smart Gear | RX Jump Rope - Black Ops/Black - U.S. Orders Only

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$34.95
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RX-RXJRBLK
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Weight:
0.80 LBS
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$6.31 (Fixed shipping cost)


Product Description

*U.S. Orders Only

Rx Jump Ropes began as a simple mission to create a jump rope prescribed for CrossFitters. This meant a rope that was fast, functional and resilient. After dozens of prototypes and thousands of double unders, they figured out few important things.

First, one size does not fit all in the world of jump ropes.  Having a jump rope that is properly fitted to your body and jumping mechanics makes all the difference in the world. Every Rx Jump Rope is custom made when ordered by the athlete.

Second, going lighter is not ideal for most people. Everybody has a different level of coordination, dexterity, and articulation. Most people respond better to a slightly heavier jump rope.  Rx Jump Ropes carries different cable sizes to meet various work capacities and coordination levels.

Third, the key to consistency is eliminating as many variables as possible.  Most jump rope cords made out of rubber, pvc or braided rope have too much flex and stretch.  Rx Jump Ropes are made with coated aircraft cable that gives consistent feedback turn after turn.

RX Jump Ropes are fast, functional, and durable.  In a word, “smart”.  And best of all every single Rx Jump Rope is made in the U.S.A.

Sizing Your Rope

Method #1 - The most accurate method would be for you to measure a rope that you currently use. That's a rope that lets you jump with your normal posture using your normal mechanics while allowing for adequate clearance overhead (usually 6 to 8 inches) and a bottom out point within 12 inches from your toes..  That measurement is of the rope only, not including the handles. Please pay attention if your current rope has a flexible cord. The stretch in a flexible cord could add and additional 4 to 6 inches to an Rx cable. We will then custom cut your Rx Jump Rope to that exact measurement.

Method #2 - The next method is a 2 part process to find a general cable length.

  1. First take your height if you're 5'6" or shorter and add 2'8" to it. Example: 5'6" plus 2'8" equals 8'2". Or take your height if you're 5'7" or taller and add 3' to it. Example: 5'7" plus 3'0" equals 8'7". Write down that length to reference later.
  2. Next would be to follow the universal standard of measuring from the BASE of your sternum for athletes 5'7" or taller or to the MIDDLE of your sternum for athletes 5'6" or shorter, down under the arch of ONE foot and back up to the same spot on the sternum. Make sure to wear your normal work out shoes and stand up straight while taking this measurement.
  3. Now compare the 2 lengths from Part 1 and Part 2 and either choose the longer one or split the length down the middle. Either one should be a reasonable length for you to jump effectively with. This is only a general guideline to help you get started.

Cable Choices

Five Cable Choices To Cover All Work Capacities:

Hyper 1.3 - Lightest speed cable around for athletes performing 100+ double unders. Requires tremendous wrist dexterity/coordination to maintain movement.  Offers the least amount of shoulder fatigue but also the hardest cable to feel if shoulders are already fatigue d.  Excellent cable when going for max reps of double unders.

Ultra 1.8 - Excellent all around speed cable for any athlete working 75-100 consecutive double unders. Requires more wrist dexterity/coordination than heavier cables yet give greater feedback than lighter speed cables.  Perfect rope for any max effort or high volume crossfit work out.

Elite 2.6 - Fantastic for athletes that are working 20-50 consecutive double unders. Great precursor to gain coordination before moving to lighter speed cables.  Also a great all around cable for any crossfit work out.

Buff 3.4 - Ideal for athletes who are connecting 10 or less double unders together. Nicely weighted to give great feedback yet offers very smooth turn over. Still a good, all around cable for any mid-volume crossfit wod or as a medium weight training rope.

Beast 4.1 - Heaviest cable available. Typically for larger, stronger athletes to give you the feedback you need. Most comparible to the original beaded jump ropes as far as weight.

Warranty

All Rx Jump Ropes products have been thoroughly inspected and found to be in proper operating condition upon shipment from the factory and is warranted to be free from any defect in workmanship and material that may develop within 60 days from date of purchase. 

Any part or parts of the jump rope that prove defective within 60 days shall be replaced without charge providing such defect, in our opinion, is due to faulty material or workmanship and not caused by tampering, abuse, misapplication or improper use.

Using your Rx Jump Rope on concrete, asphalt, dirt, gravel or any other abrasive surface will automatically void the Manufacturer's Warranty.

The purchaser takes full responsibility to return the product back to Rx Jump Ropes for inspection and/or repairs. Any alterations of the product made by anyone other than Rx Jump Ropes renders this warranty null and void.
All sales are final.



Product Videos

Dave Newman gives description of all 5 Rx Jump Rope cable variations (07:00)
Dave Newman gives a detailed description of each of the 5 Rx Jump Rope cable options as well as a side by side weight comparison with several common jump ropes that are typical in most crossfit gyms or fitness facilities. You will also hear which cables are better for beginners as well as learn Rx Jump Ropes philosophy on variable input for more advanced athletes.
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    Christ Spealler from Crossfit Park City attempts his max jump ...
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    At CrossFit 515, Bobby goes for max double unders on a rest da...
  • How to measure...
    Owner Dave Newman explains how to measure your self in order t...
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    Dave Newman gives a detailed description of each of the 5 Rx J...

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Product Reviews

  1. Awesome rope

    Posted by RD on 2nd Apr 2013

    Rope is great, super fast, well built and fun to use


  2. Quality

    Posted by Jared Chapin on 26th Feb 2013

    Speedie delivery. Excellent quality
    Love how the rope retained it shape. Even after sitting in a gym bag. I bought 3 more.


  3. Heavy Rope for a Heavy Guy

    Posted by Davis B. on 15th Jan 2013

    Great jump rope thus far. Hate to void warranty so early but little choice as box floor is concrete. I've already gotten more consistent at double-under's and look forward to further upward movement. Grip is super comfortable.


  4. Awesome!

    Posted by Unknown on 11th Jan 2013

    It's awesome! It just hurts a lot when I get whipped.


  5. So far so good

    Posted by Unknown on 26th Dec 2012

    Once I figured out how to make this rope go round an round it worked like a champ! It has a smoot motion and the grip feels wonderful.



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