RX jump rope question

[Ross Buchanan]

I'm 5'10'' but have wide shoulders compared to most people my height. Definitely barrel chested. Chart said to order 8'10'' rope. Instead I ordered a 9'1''. Good idea or bad idea? Still have time to change order.

[Mark E. Wallace]

Originally Posted by Ross Buchanan

I'm 5'10'' but have wide shoulders compared to most people my height. Definitely barrel chested. Chart said to order 8'10'' rope. Instead I ordered a 9'1''. Good idea or bad idea? Still have time to change order.

RX's rope sizing instructions don't say anything about shoulder width. If I were you, I would just follow their instructions.

If you are convinced that shoulder width could/should be a factor, give them a call and talk it over.

http://www.rxsmartgear.com/how-to-size-your-rope/ (wfs)

- Mark

[Oleg Shpak]

Good idea. I followed their instructions (5'10" height as well) and jump rope feels very tight. Next time I will be ordering a little bit longer rope.

Originally Posted by Ross Buchanan

I'm 5'10'' but have wide shoulders compared to most people my height. Definitely barrel chested. Chart said to order 8'10'' rope. Instead I ordered a 9'1''. Good idea or bad idea? Still have time to change order.

[Bo Tucker]

Originally Posted by Oleg Shpak

Good idea. I followed their instructions (5'10" height as well) and jump rope feels very tight. Next time I will be ordering a little bit longer rope.

I'm 5'10 as well funny enough. I ordered the 8'10" rope from their sizing chart. If I get another, I think I'm going to go with 9' or 9'1", I feel a little constricted. I emailed them telling them about it and they still said to go with the sizing on the site.