Which jump rope should I buy?

There are thousands of ropes to choose from and many of them are quite good. In this video Shana Brady and Tim Haft from Punk Rope explain the criteria they use when deciding which rope to buy.
At the end of the day it comes down to:
1) budget
2) your fitness/performance goal
3) your skill level
4) what surface you'll be jumping on
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Hop on,
Tim & Shana

[@jimh527]

I've got $20 ropes.. I've got $60 ropes.. Decided to try a $10 punk rope after seeing Mayweather turning one. When I first opened the package I said.. Geez, what is this? Simple and basic were the only things that came to mind. Then I started jumping with it. Now my other ropes sit mostly in the closet.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Thanks Jim! We're happy you're liking the rope. Hop on!

[@arnonroyna4420]

Shauna KILLED IT on the double unders!

[@rodtompkins]

Love your videos! My wife and I both recently turned 60 and want to start jumping rope for exercise and fun. I jumped rope as a kid, but I feel like a total noob trying to pick it back up. I just ordered your Beginner's Luck and Deep Blue Classic ropes.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Hi Rod! Thanks so much for the kind words and for the order. I'm 59 so I'm right on your heels. Shana is younger :-) Enjoy the ropes and let us know how we can help. You guys are going to have a blast. Maybe we'll do a video demonstrating some partner jumps.

[@paulhoward1493]

Great advice, just starting out this really helped alot. 🙏🏼

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Thank you so much for watching! Let us know how you do.

[@blackamericanlesbianprofes4357]

Thank you for posting.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

You're welcome

[@jMe_cj266]

Thank you for Sharing👍🏽Shana is really cool 😎

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Thanks for watching Jessie!

[@Karmelqueen7700]

Thanks just made my purchase

[@PunkRopeNYC]

thank you!

[@r8chlletters]

Best rope demo-period.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Wow, thank you so much Rachel. That’s really king of you!

[@zuhairiskndr]

The $5 punk rope smash it bro! Worth the money!!

[@portersblackboard]

This looks like a great product at a great price for me to find out if jumping rope is right for me. I appreciate that you demonstrated the other products (especially the Crossrope $$$$) in what genuinely appears to be unbiased demo. This is one of those rare occasions (actually the first) that a KZbin video introduced me to a product and I purchased it right away. I've been looking on Amazon for a week and hadn't made a decision. If this sport sticks, I will be back for that weighted rope and maybe something with some fun colors. I hope you and your business are weathering these tough times in stride!

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Thanks for the kind note. There are so many great ropes out there. We do a few things differently than some jump rope companies like donating ropes to kids in need for every rope we sell, but we're supportive of the entire jump rope community. Thanks for choosing us! We're hanging in there and hope you're doing well. Tough times for sure.

[@portersblackboard]

@@PunkRopeNYC Donating to kids in need is amazing! I don't see how you do it at such an affordable price. And I am sure there are plenty of great ropes out there but I must say, your demo show me that this is just what I was looking for. I am sure I will be back for more (eyeing Cherry Bomb). And I am glad to hear you all are hanging in there!

[@JMT34237]

Really cool you are willing to show off crossropes like that even though they are a competitor. I doubt they would do that. I tried sharing a link to a budget rope in their facebook group and the post was removed. Early on in their group it wasnt like that. You could share whatever. Sucks when it becomes about money. But its nice when people like you look past business and what will help people. Thank you for that. And thank you for your videos. I wish youd do you classes near me. Id totally sign up!!

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Thanks Jason! Life is too short to focus on money. Crossrope makes a good product and I really like the founder, Dave Hunt, but they boxed themselves in by making certain business decisions. The only thing that binds us is our punk rock philosophy. Anyway where do you live? Maybe we can get a class started in your area.

[@JMT34237]

@@PunkRopeNYC That would be awesome! I live in Sarasota Florida. It's an hour south of Tampa. Fitness is a big deal here to a lot of people. I think a class like yours would take off.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

@@JMT34237 we're training a new instructor in Central Florida so hopefully we can find someone in Sarasota as well.

[@jrh5067]

Hey guys. I like your video. I'd like to have a little more info about what height you are and what would be the appropriate size rope. I used to skip in the gym at school as part of my exercise routine / warm up before hitting the track or cross country running. I loved it back then when I was 16 but I'm 48 now so consider myself a complete beginner again.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Sorry I’m just seeing this. On our site, under each jump rope in our shop, we offer a height/rope recommendation.

[@jonathanpedicino2579]

Hello. First of all nice video, you were clear and also very nice. 🤣 I am an Italian boy, and as you know , as all my compatriots I live this period of quarantine. I could not train with the rope in my gym (closed), so I decided to buy one from Amazon. I'm looking for a solution like the first one you showed in the video, the green pvc rope, similar to the one I used to train with. Would you give me some advice on the best of this kind to buy? Thanks a lot, and good training 💪🏻

[@PunkRopeNYC]

We sell a green PVC rope and we ship to Italy. Email [e-mail] for a shipping quote but my guess is that the total would be $24 including the rope.

[@NickCooper74]

Based on this video I bought the Beginners Luck and the Beast.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Thanks Nick! Let us know how you do with them?

[@sarahmahboubi]

Hi Tim and Shana At first, Thank you for your precise and accurate explanations. Would you please tell me which brand do you suggest for a beginner in the UK? and can I use heavy jump ropes as a beginner for weight loss?

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Hi Sarah! Thanks for watching. We're biased but we like our brand (www.punkrope.com/shop/jump-ropes/) and we once again started shipping to the UK. For a beginner, I would suggest the Beginner's Luck. It's a bit heavier than our standard rope but that should make it easier for you to develop your rhythm and timing. At this stage of the game I wouldn't recommend a heavy rope. It will slow you down and potentially hurt your wrists. For weight loss I would combine rope jumping with strength training and of course dietary changes. The heavy rope can come later. Cheers!

[@sarahmahboubi]

@@PunkRopeNYC Thanks Tim for answering me, WoW that's amazing news that you 've started shipping to the UK, then I'm going to buy a beginner's luke as a gift for myself :)... and Honestly I'm appreciated of your guidance and your KZbins.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

@@sarahmahboubi always happy to answer questions. let us know if you have any difficulty ordering. it "should" work. the only issue is sometimes there can be tariffs that we have no control over.

[@sarahmahboubi]

@@PunkRopeNYC Sure, Thank you.

[@cuerdafitvenezuela17]

excellent explanation greetings from venezuela

[@PunkRopeNYC]

thank you!

[@Jadefull]

Hello! I found your video quite helpful. I would have liked to have heard which rope would have been ideal for the surface Laurel was jumping on, since I have no mat or wooden surface. I'm just learning and want to have the ideal 'cheap' rope. Now I have learnt the rope, and best surface, what should I do since I do not have the perfect surface. Thank you.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Thanks Jade. So if I understand you correctly, you're jumping on a hard surface like asphalt or concrete. Is that right? Probably the most durable inexpensive rope for a surface like that is a beaded rope. They're a little slow and a little difficult to size, but they're very consistent. The basic rope that we sell (Punk Rope classic) is fine for a hard surface, but at a certain point it will wear out like all ropes.

[@Jadefull]

@@PunkRopeNYC You're welcome! Yes, asphalt surface is all I have at this time. I am enjoying this addition to my workout, and look forward to jumping but need something that will help me with duration of jump; the plastic skinny/light rope I'm using is really not going to last and I need a better one. Thanks for your advice.

[@mahatmaheil]

Beginner's Luck reminds me of the Fusion Rope from Unconventional Gainz.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

So many ropes are very similar or even identical.

[@MrIbrahim4563]

@PunkRope - Loved your video on selection of Jump Ropes. Found it to be the most honest and least marketing or selling campaign. Kudos to you. On a separate note; I wanted to buy The Beast & The Beginners luck but seems like Beginners Luck is out of stock. Could you please let me know when it will be available so that I can order them at once since I live in Middle Eastern country. Kind Regards, Fan Punk Rope.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Thank you so much for your kind words Mohammed. We really appreciate you. The Beginner’s Luck should be back in stock in 2 weeks. If you send me your email address I’ll let you know when it arrives. You can reach me at [e-mail].

[@MrIbrahim4563]

@@PunkRopeNYC Wow 😳 I can’t believe u responded to my message! I am truly flattened by seeing ur simplicity and care. Feels great. I’ll definitely look forward to hear from u once the beginners luck rope is back in stock so that I can complete my purchase along with other two ropes. I’ll drop u an email from my email so that u cud notify me once the stock is available. Thanks once again and I am grateful to you!

[@PunkRopeNYC]

@@MrIbrahim4563 we are always happy to help. that’s what we’re here for.

[@markfriend867]

Love the video. Very informative. I am hooked and want to try jumping. What size would you suggest I get? I am between 5'10" and 5'11", so I'm between a Large and Medium. I'm thinking the Large size would be best, because it would allow me to shorten it. Does that make sense?

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Thanks so much Mark! If you do go with one of our ropes, I would definitely suggest a large as then you can cut it down as needed. A medium might be a tad short.

[@markfriend867]

@@PunkRopeNYC Thanks for the quick response. That's what I thought and what I'll do.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

@@markfriend867 thanks for the order. we’ll get that out to you by Monday at the latest

[@markfriend867]

@@PunkRopeNYC Thanks!

[@Daysed.and.Konfuzed]

6:21 >>> That squirrel isn't even a bit shy. 😸 Is this New York? 🐿

[@PunkRopeNYC]

New York squirrels don't mess around. Yes, we're in Manhattan.

[@JHMarshIII]

@@PunkRopeNYC More specifically, Stuyvesant Town!

[@fishingdad88]

Your videos should have more views and exposure. Great info!

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Thank you! That would be great. We rely mainly on word of mouth. We’re kind of old school... and kind of old :-)

[@rogerroulin]

Hi iam a subscriber from india Been jump roping on and off for almost a year Have bought about 7 jump ropes all broke mostly due to bad plastic material. I really have a difficulty in finding a good quality jumprope here in india Can u suggest some good options for an inexpensive jump rope I dont do much tricks just basic jumps mostly on cemented surfaces. Hope to receive a reply thank u guys keep up the good work U r a dedicated group all the best

[@PunkRopeNYC]

rogerroulin We love Sanguine jump ropes. They are made in India. 🇮🇳

[@rogerroulin]

@@PunkRopeNYC thank you will check them out

[@gargee29]

Hey ...have you brought it ? I wanna know if that's good then I'm gonna buy too.

[@hadimeidani7354]

Hi, I have decided to start jump roping for weight loss and also to learn some cool tricks, and I have 2 ropes to begin with. One is 200 gr (handles) + 75 gr (rope) and the other is 125 + 90. Which one do you recommend? Are there any differences?

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Congrats Hadi! That's awesome that you're pursuing jump rope. How much weight are you hoping to lose? Is this for health or cosmetic reasons? I know ounces rather than grams but in general if you're jumping rope to lose weight I would pick the rope that allows you to jump for the longest period of time (so probably the lighter rope). That said, please start slowly. The most common cause of injury is doing too much too soon. Also, if you subscribe to our monthly newsletter I'll send you a free Jump Rope Basics e-manual.

[@hadimeidani7354]

@@PunkRopeNYC Thanks a lot for responding! I am currently 185 lbs and my goal is to get 155 eventually and it's for both health and cosmetic reasons. Though the jump rope is mainly for burning fat in my workout plan and I am gonna do some anaerobic exercises as well. That being said, one of my ropes is 7 (handles) + 2.6 (rope) and the other is 4.4 + 3.2 in ounces and I wanted to know the differences and that which is better to start with. I also like to learn some cool tricks!

[@PunkRopeNYC]

@@hadimeidani7354 best of luck with achieving your goal. Again, I would pick the rope that allows you to jump for the longest period of time. Presumably that will be the lighter rope. Eventually, if your technique is good, I would suggest even a lighter rope. For example, our standard is 4 ounces in total. See if you can gradually work up to jumping for 20 minutes per workout session (with some breaks) at least a few times a week. Try to vary your steps so you avoid overuse issues. Where do you live by the way? Perhaps you can find a group of jumpers nearby. That can make the experience that much more enjoyable.

[@leadsin99er]

Hi, in Asia, I can't find crossropes yet. I find a lot of Weighted handles ropes (not heavy ropes). What are your opinions on them?

[@PunkRopeNYC]

We sell a heavy rope with the weight in the rope and we ship to Asia: www.punkrope.com/jump-ropes/beast-heavy-rope

[@burymebelowawillowtree9243]

I’d really really would like to buy a beginner luck, but they’re out , when will it be available?

[@PunkRopeNYC]

they're back!

[@skippylearn]

Hello, I went to your webpage. When will you be getting ropes back in stock!!?

[@PunkRopeNYC]

ropes are back!

[@WestVision]

What rope would you recommend for someone who is trying to lose body fat ?

[@PunkRopeNYC]

It depends on a number of factors: 1) your current level of fitness (i.e., can you jump for more than a few minutes at a time); 2) your budget; 3) the surface you're jumping on; 4) whether you have any injuries, conditions, or orthopedic issues.

[@emailmarkdean]

I would really like to know the shoe brand and model Shauna wearing.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Those are Sauconys. I believe the model is the “Ride.”

[@xinyichan5722]

Is there a link I could buy the beginner jump rope?

[@PunkRopeNYC]

www.punkrope.com/jump-ropes/beginners-luck

[@lslurpeek]

Is this around 18th street? I used to live there when I was a kid.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Yes! Actually close to 14th...on the East Side.

[@lslurpeek]

@@PunkRopeNYC can you let me know when you'll have beginner luck rope xl back in stock? I'm 6'4

[@PunkRopeNYC]

@@lslurpeek we have one now...www.punkrope.com/jump-ropes/beginners-luck

[@lslurpeek]

@@PunkRopeNYC awesome just ordered it and a orange one. Thanks!

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Lance Kaminsky thank you!

[@mahatmaheil]

PVC gets chewed to pieces too on cement or asphalt.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Jim Heil we’ve used PVC ropes to jump more 5ks on asphalt than I can even remember. So it really depends on a lot of factors besides just the material of the rope.

[@jayzellprescott2849]

When are the beast ropes going to be back in stock?

[@PunkRopeNYC]

We’re hoping by the end of June.

[@PunkRopeNYC]

The Beast has been back for a while and the price has dropped.

[@theoutsiderjess4869]

The older crossrope designs were alot more complicated changing ropes

[@cd.cd.cd.cd-cd]

How tall is she, and how long is the rope, 8 or 9 or something else?

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Shana is 5" 4" and she typically uses an 8 foot rope. We have a separate video about rope length.

[@cd.cd.cd.cd-cd]

@@PunkRopeNYC Great, thanks for the insight

[@iReaperYo]

can do 180 revolutions with pvc ?

[@PunkRopeNYC]

Absolutely. Can do closer to 200, but a wire cable is definitely much faster.