Got this because it looked like the jump ropes I remember from elementary school in the 70's. And it is. Someone else commented they thought the ropes were heavier when they were a kid, but didn't everything seem bigger/heavier when you were 8? I'm pretty sure this is spot on. If not it's close enough. I'm 6'2" and the 8 foot is a little short. That one is going to the kids and I'll order a longer one.  

Good item at a great price. This was the lowest price I was able to find on these. I gave 4 stars only because I seem to remember the jump ropes from my youth having a bit more weight on them with thicker seemingly more durable beads. I purchased 2 of these and my son loves his also. I am 5,3" and I got the 8ft if you are any taller make sure you get the longer rope.   

Back in middle school we used to have these jump ropes all over the place. As kids we really put these things through the ringer. Without exception the plastic was scratched, nicked, and beat. But that's what makes the olympic beaded style so good - pure durability. The beads take the brunt of the abuse so that the cord doesn't have to. And, on the off chance it does break, it is so cost effective that you can just buy a gross of them.