Crossrope Replacement Ropes: Mixing Weights With Your Handles

Updated: November 2, 2026 · By René Schmidt

This page is for people who already own Crossrope handles, or who are thinking about which set to start with and want to know how far it can grow. For the difference between the two main sets, see Get Lean vs Get Strong; for the heavier weights, my heavy jump rope guide.

How the system works

A Crossrope rope is a coated steel cable with a clip at each end. The handles are separate. According to Crossrope (checked on November 2, 2026), the ropes work with compatible Crossrope handles using the fast-clip system, so you can unclip one weight and clip in another. A single rope is exactly that part: one rope in one weight and one size, with no handles in the box.

That makes the handles the long-term part of your setup and the ropes the parts you add or replace. The Get Strong product page puts it plainly: the set can be extended later with lighter or heavier ropes up to 5 lb, or with ropeless attachments, without buying a new set.

Single ropes and their best handles

US price on crossrope.com as of Nov 2, 2026: see table; pairings from the individual product pages, checked on November 2, 2026. The collection also lists a 1 1/2 lb rope ($49.95) and a 4 lb rope ($79.95). Each single rope is available in XS to XL. Prices and pairings can change, so check the product page before you order.

"Pairs best with" is not "only works with"

The wording on crossrope.com is worth reading carefully. Every rope page says the rope works with compatible handles via the fast-clip system. Crossrope's sizing article from July 2026 adds that its handles work with ropes from 1/4 lb to 2 lb. The "pairs best with" line is a recommendation on top of that: which handle weight and shape Crossrope considers the best match for a given rope.

My reading of it:

• 1/4 lb to 2 lb: works with your current handles. If you mostly use 1 lb and 2 lb, Power Handles are what Crossrope recommends.
• 3/4 lb and 3 lb: Crossrope names Heavy Performance or Power Handles.
• 5 lb: here the page goes further and says the rope requires Ultra Heavy Performance or Power Handles; Slim Handles are not recommended.

If your handles are not on the recommended list for a rope you want, that is not automatically a problem for occasional use, but it is worth a question to support before you spend money.

AMP Handles and older handles

I bought the AMP Handles myself and used them. They are very grippy and stay easy to hold even with sweaty hands, and tracking my sessions in the app motivated me. According to Crossrope (checked on November 2, 2026), AMP Handles work with all Crossrope ropes and ropeless attachments except first-generation products; the current clip system has been used since fall 2017. They pair best with 1/4 lb to 2 lb. Ropes of 3 lb and more are fine now and then, but Crossrope does not recommend them for high-volume use with AMP. More in my AMP review.

If your handles are older than fall 2017, they may not take today's ropes. Ask Crossrope support with your order details before buying new ropes for them.

Ordering the right size

Single ropes use the same height-based sizes as the sets. If your current rope fits you, the simplest rule is to order the same size again, so every rope in your collection behaves the same. If you are unsure what you ordered, the size is in your order history. If the current rope never felt right, use the replacement as a chance to correct it: my sizing guide explains the chart, and tall jumpers should read my page on jump ropes for tall people, because the Large/X-Large boundary is not the same on all Crossrope pages.

Note that Crossrope ropes are not adjustable, according to its FAQ. You cannot shorten a rope that is too long.

When a rope needs replacing

According to Crossrope's warranty page (checked on November 2, 2026), rope wear is normal, and ropes and ropeless attachments will eventually need replacing. The page names these factors:

• Where you jump: indoor use extends rope life, and a jump rope mat extends it a lot.
• How much you jump: more use means faster wear.
• Temperature: long sessions in very cold weather can shorten rope life.
• Rope weight: heavier ropes have a thicker coating and last longer.

The FAQ adds that rough surfaces such as pavement wear through the coating to the steel cable faster than a smooth floor or a mat. Most of my jumping was on my terrace; I also bought the Crossrope mat (see my mat review).

Signs that a rope is done: the coating is worn through and the steel shows, the rope has a kink that does not go away, or the clip end is damaged. An exposed steel cable is not something you want swinging past your legs, so replace it then rather than later.

Care that helps

Crossrope's warranty page recommends wiping the handles with a dry cloth after use and storing ropes and handles in a cool, dry place. Keep them away from water and moisture as well. I would also coil ropes in wide loops instead of folding them tightly.

The videos below are from my German YouTube channel. Each video is in German, but easy to follow by watching, because the movements and the equipment speak for themselves.

Single rope or a new set?

If you already own handles, single ropes are the cheaper way to add weights. A worked example with the US prices from November 2, 2026: the 1 lb and 2 lb single ropes together cost $109.90, while the ☞ Get Strong Set costs $169 and adds Power Handles. So the question is whether you want the recommended handles for those weights. If you jump mostly with 1 lb and 2 lb, the set makes sense; if the heavier ropes are an occasional extra on Slim Handles, single ropes are enough.

You can ☞ browse the single ropes on crossrope.com; the collection page lists all weights with their sizes.

Who a single rope is for, and who should skip it

A good fit: anyone with current Crossrope handles who wants a new weight, a second rope of their favorite weight, or a replacement for a worn one.

Better skip it: if you do not own Crossrope handles yet (a set is usually the cheaper start), if your handles are from before fall 2017, or if you only jump occasionally and your current rope is still in good shape.

The honest downsides

• Ropes are consumables: no warranty on rope wear, so outdoor jumpers will buy ropes again.
• Price per rope: US price on crossrope.com as of Nov 2, 2026: $29.95 to $89.95 for one rope, more than many complete basic jump ropes.
• Fixed sizes: a wrongly sized rope cannot be adjusted.
• Handle pairings: the heavier ropes are designed for specific handles, so a growing collection can lead to a second pair of handles.
• International returns: outside the US you pay the return shipping, according to Crossrope's refund policy.

Cheaper alternatives

If you just want more variety, a basic speed rope or a beaded rope is an inexpensive second rope for skill work. Adjustable weighted ropes exist in many price ranges; they do not clip into Crossrope handles, but they let you try a heavier rope before you invest. For adjustable speed ropes, replacement cables are often sold separately for little money.

Bottom line

Single ropes are what make the Crossrope system flexible: one pair of handles, several weights. Check which handles you own, look at the "pairs best with" note, order your usual size, and treat ropes as parts that wear. When yours is done, ☞ pick a replacement rope on crossrope.com.

☞ Affiliate disclosure: links marked with ☞ are affiliate links. If you buy through them, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.