Choosing a Rope - Help- Pros and cons of these Rope types of different Rope Fiber varieties for a newbie just starting simple Rope pullups / Bodyweight row like pulling with ropes?
Rope Variety available:
These varieties I have access to are available from this local place.
http://gjropes.com/ropes/
- Cotton
- Jute
- Nylon
- Polyproylene
- HD Polypropylene
- Manila
- Sisal
I have not asked pricing as they are a wholesaler with a small retail front and would not entertain small quantities unless someone showed up knowing what to buy.
They are an hour or so away so I'll have to make a personal visit and choose:
- Based on advise here and
- Pricing they have
It'd be easier for me to stick with the above local wholesaler.
PS: Would prefer something that was less abrasive on the hands/ palms (bunch of rough jute with stray fiber tends to be).
Alternative - DIY hack of Mountain / Rock Climbing ropes braided as a make shift Gym Rope. - Youtube -
Height & Length QUESTIONS: ??
At my parents place, Ceiling height - 10/ 11 ft., I have 2 metal loops (screwed into concrete) through which I have Xtreme Rings hanging.
I was thinking instead of a single rope of full height + little extra tail, maybe I should have
2 x height and loop the rope through the metal loops, on top of the Ring straps.
Online Research: USA based stores & their steps/ recommendations on choosing ropes:
If I was back in the US the online research pointed to these following options and suggestions on length/ material
https://www.knotandrope.com/store/pc/home.asp
https://www.knotandrope.com/store/pc/viewCategories.asp?idCategory=3
https://www.knotandrope.com/store/pc/viewCategories.asp?idCategory=2
http://jammarmfg.com/product/indoor-gymnasium-climbing-ropes/
http://jammarmfg.com/product/rope-loop-eye-climbing-ropes/
Decide which Rope - Steps:
Decide which rope:
Step 1: Choose between our rope options (see pictures);
Natural Manila – traditional, superior quality, pure “Grade A” manila rope. Best manila in the industry. This natural fiber rope absorbs perspiration for the best grip and is extremely durable, very little splinters.
Poly Dacron – these ropes introduce an extremely soft rope material as well as having excellent moisture and UV resistance characteristics. Has an extremely strong and lightweight polypro core with a soft and durable polyester outside jacket layer similar to the feel of cotton. Available in white, black or tan.
Polypro “Unmanila” – “unmanila” ropes consist of a specially manufactured polypro material which looks and feels like natural fiber ropes with superior strength and 2/3 the weight. Texture on surface allows good grip. Particularly popular on elementary level.
Step 2: Choose diameter;
1.25″ diameter – popular with elementary & grade school children.
1.50″ diameter – most popular amongst all ages, from high schools t0 military training.
2″ diameter – larger size proves for a much harder climbing challenge.
Step 3: Choose the length;
Gymnastic Rules: state that climbing ropes without bottom knots should be long enough so that at least 42″ of rope is on the floor. Measure distance from floor to overhead girder and add 3.5′.*
Regular Gymnasium: climbing ropes should be distance between the floor and the bottom of the overhead girder minus 1′.*
we can custom cut any rope you need.
* special considerations for beam clamps are not included in these measurements
Step 4: Choose between our 4 finished bottom options (see pictures);
(1) – whipped end
(2) – whipped end with a durable poly boot cover
(3) – large turk knot with leather seat
(4) – braided back
Step 5: Choose between our knot options/climbing assists (see pictures);
No Knots – traditional rope with no knots. Tougher and more challenging.
Rest Grip Knots (RGK) – woven & spliced onto rope every 18″ to provide better grip when ascending & rest areas descending.
Beginner Knots (BK) – large knots tied into the rope itself that form platforms every 18″.
Rubber Balls (RB) – very durable and very strong rubber balls attached every 18″.
