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4.0 out of 5 stars
Adjustment Not So Bad, July 18, 2010
Although the previous review is correct in that there is a 'gap' between the last bead and the handle, I would not have noticed it without having it pointed out to me.
On the other hand the rope is quite easy to adjust because of that 'feature'. In reading reviews of other jump ropes on Amazon it seems to me that this one is probably better than most when it comes to adjustment.
As far as functionality it works fine, I wish I could jump rope better, but that's my problem (!)
If color is important I will note that I thought it would be yellow and black as the illustration on the website, but it turned out to be gray and black. A pretty dull color combo.
Looks like you can get a choice of color if you pick the ones that come direct from the mfgr but then you have to pay shipping, mine came thru Amazon Prime.
Who would have thought there would be so much to say about a jump rope?
P.S. It's nice to buy something that doesn't come with a 'power brick', SD card or USB cable...
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
I've had mine for 35 years., February 20, 2011
I really don't know much about the finer points of rope jumping so I can't compare this rope to others. All I can say is it's been a reliable and fun training partner since I was in college. I've never regretted the purchase. Working out with a jump rope is a great idea and this one fits the bill nicely.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good for beginners, November 22, 2010
This is the rope I started off with. Since it's a bit heavier than a speed rope, it's not as fast so you go pretty slow with it. It doesn't kink plus since it is heavier, you could mess up a bit and the rope will still keep turning (by that, I mean that your feet may skim the rope but the rope is heavy enough that it does not stop). When I originally started to do tricks, I found it easier to work it out on beaded ropes and once I got the hang of it, then went to a speed rope (although now that I have a freestyle rope, that is the best way to go with the longer handles). Again, the fact it doesn't kink and get tangled makes it easier to master the cross. Double unders are a little tougher with these but it will give you a workout once you get to that point. I don't use beaded ropes anymore but I highly recommend them. Plus beaded ropes are the best ropes if jumping outside if the plastic beads are made of good material. Your rope won't wear out (not that I advocate jumping on concrete but once in a while it's okay)
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