
Description
Alternating black and white – you see the rope mid-jump
Beaded rope, beaded jump rope, rope skipping rope – it always means the same principle: individual plastic segments strung on a nylon cord. On this rope the segments are black and white in alternation. That is the only version.
The reason isn't looks, it's practical. A fast spinning rope turns into a blur for your eye – with a single-colour rope you see nothing at all. The clear black-and-white pattern stays visible even while the rope is running. When you're learning, that's worth gold: you see where the rope is instead of guessing.
Why a beaded rope is the better starting point for learning
The segments make the rope heavier than a thin wire cable. And heavier here means: you feel it. You notice mid-jump where the rope is instead of estimating. For crossovers, side swings, freestyle combinations and your first clean double unders, that's the decisive difference – you learn timing through feedback, not through speed.
Then there's the sound. The segments hit the floor audibly and set your rhythm. Many people find their rhythm through the ear faster than through feel. That's exactly why the beaded rope is the classic in rope skipping, in freestyle and in school and club sports.
Tough on rough ground – and sized to you in seconds
With a coated wire rope, the coating wears down noticeably faster on asphalt and concrete. The plastic segments here take rough ground far better – that's what they're built for. Jumping outside, in the yard, on the parking lot in front of the box: no problem.
You set the length with knots and cord stoppers on the cord right at the handle. No tools, no screw, nothing to cut off – and reversible at any time. Handy when several people share one rope or you work with changing groups at a club. Maximum rope length is 3 m, so you cover tall athletes too.
The rope has no ball bearing – the cord runs directly in the handle. With this type of rope, feedback counts, not top speed. If you're after speed, you're better off with a wire rope with bearings.
Technical Specifications
| Rope type | Plastic segments on nylon cord |
|---|---|
| Colour | Black and white in alternation |
| Maximum rope length | 3 m |
| Handles | Plastic, tapered, black |
| Bearing | No ball bearing – cord runs in the handle |
| Length adjustment | Knots and cord stoppers, no tools |
| Surface | Also suitable for asphalt and concrete |
| Use | Rope skipping, freestyle, tricks, school and club sports |
| Sales unit | 1 piece |
Which jump rope fits your training?
| Criteria | Beads Jump Rope | Deluxe Jump Rope | Aluminium Deluxe Jump Rope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rope type | Plastic segments on nylon cord | 3 mm coated steel cable | 3 mm steel cable, red |
| Handles | Plastic, tapered, short | Plastic, tapered, 13.5 cm | Aluminium, knurled, 15 cm |
| Bearing | None, cord runs in the handle | Ball bearing | Ball bearing |
| Feedback mid-jump | High – you feel and hear the rope | Medium | Medium to high through handle weight |
| Speed | Medium | High | High |
| Length adjustment | Knots and cord stoppers, reversible | Set screw, cable can be shortened | Set screw, cable can be shortened |
| Rough surface | Yes – asphalt and concrete | Better on smooth floors | Better on smooth floors |
| Typical use | Tricks, crossovers, learning freestyle | Double unders, WODs | Double unders, high volume |
For learning tricks, crossovers and timing – and for everything happening outdoors on rough ground – take the Beads Rope. If speed on double unders is your goal, the Deluxe Jump Rope is the better choice. With aluminium handles and more weight in hand: the Aluminium Deluxe.
Frequently Asked Questions
What colour is the rope?
Who is a beaded rope the right choice for?
Can I do double unders with it – and does the rope have a ball bearing?
How do I adjust the length?
How loud is the rope?
Does the rope hold up on asphalt or concrete?
Customer reviews
When somebody here wants to learn crossovers or double unders, I put a beads rope in their hands first. Not because it's better than a speed rope – but because you feel and hear the rope. You notice right away whether your timing is right. With a thin cable you only notice that it didn't work again.
Further information
Additional informations
- Brand
- cross equip
- Weight
- 0.3 kg
- Training goals
- Core, Cardio, HIIT, Functional Fitness
Shipping & Delivery
Our parcel delivery partners:
Small and lightweight parcels are delivered by Swiss Post. We ship larger and heavier parcels via DPD.
Our shipping partner
For larger shipments that need to be transported by truck on pallets, our shipping partner Christian Rüedi AG ensures on-time and damage-free delivery.
We offer reliable and fast shipping so you receive your order as quickly as possible.
- Delivery times: Our standard delivery times are usually 2–3 business days.
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