Above all the rope is not "weighted", it is relatively heavy compared to those I have. So take a Decathlon leather cord or a jump rope for cross fit! This rope is RDX are made for users over 175cms default and those who want to beef up the forearm. However the mechanism works very well, there is nothing to say .it simple cross avec.En regards the rope, this is easily détendable. Of course it is a point of view quite personal.