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Click here to learn more about these rope styles Single Rope Skipping Beaded Ropes | Advantages - Durable in colder weather and on pavement
- Long-lasting (beads can be rotated when the ones striking the floor begin to wear)
- Good rope for learning basic tricks as the weight of the beads hold the arc for slow turning
- Weight of the rope provides optimum cardiorespiratory work out
- Highly visible rope for performance purposes
- Hearing the sound of the rope hitting the ground helps skippers jump in a regular, rhythmic pattern
- Good rope for group routines
- Provides excellent turning control for special tricks (travelling, wheel and other partner/group tricks)
| Disadvantages - Ropes are more difficult to adjust for length
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Speed Ropes |
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Advantages - Inexpensive, easy to adjust rope length, for all ages and ability levels
- Best all-purpose rope for instructors who work with several groups of varying ages (to quickly shorten a rope, just tie a knot or two in the cord below the handle and begin to jump)
- Lightweight and easy to turn at high speed.
| Disadvantages - Less visible than beaded ropes (for performing)
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Long (8 inch) Handle Speed Ropes |
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Advantages - Makes "cross" tricks easier for skippers who lack shoulder flexibility
| Disadvantages - General rope skipping skills should be developed using standard length handled ropes first
- These ropes are not recommended for young skippers.
| Double Dutch Skipping Beaded Ropes |
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Advantages - Durable in colder weather and on pavement
- Highly visible rope for performance purposes
- Easy rope to control in outdoor windy situations
- Hearing the sound of the ropes hitting the ground helps establish a regular, rhythmic pattern
- Holds a good arc when turned slowly
| Disadvantages - Ropes may bounce from the ground during some tricks
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Speed Ropes |
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Advantages - Lightweight and easy to turn at high speed
- Least costly double dutch rope
| Disadvantages - Less visible than beaded or woven cloth ropes (for performing)
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Woven Cloth Ropes |
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Advantages - Easiest double dutch rope to control - holds a good arc
- Woven cloth construction allows turners to slide ropes on the ground
- Will not "bounce" as ropes strike the ground
| Disadvantages - Ropes can get dirty when used outdoors
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