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Obsidian Rope Flow Rope (29mm, Extra Heavy)

Obsidian Rope Flow Rope (29mm, Extra Heavy)

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Grip Color: Red
$180.00 CAD
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Powerful. Unapologetically heavy. Obsidian is made for those who want to train with full-body intention. Obsidian provides solid feedback, challenges your grip, posture, and balance from the first swing.

Heaviest. Boldest. Obsidian.

Specification Details
Material New Marine Rope
Feel Tough, Strong, Heavy
Firmness Soft (heavy, but gentle)
Diameter 29mm | 1.13in
Weight ~1.16kg | 2.56lbs (not recommended if you're just starting out with rope flow)
Ideal Use Weight/resistance training, low-tempo flow, cultivating control and balance.

IMPORTANT

  • You won't be able to adjust the length of your heavy rope with knots so they are all custom-made-to-order to your desired length.
  • For heavy ropes, it's recommended to select a length that's 1ft less than your standard rope.
  • This rope is made-to-order and may take up to 5 additional business days to fulfill.

Sizing (Measured handle to handle)

  • Short: Best option for individuals between 5ft - 5ft 6in (152-168cm)
  • Medium: Standard size, suitable for most individuals between 5ft 6in - 6ft (168-182cm)
  • Long: Best option for individuals over 6ft (182cm)
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Chin, founder of TRG Flow

LIFETIME Guarantee

Hi, I'm Chin,

I personally stand behind every rope I make. If something’s not right, I want to make it right. Here’s my simple, no-stress Guarantee/Warranty/Return Policy:

Not happy with your rope? Damaged? Worn out? Received a wrong item?

Keep it. No need to send it back. No photos. No hassle.

You’re welcome to pass it along to a friend, donate it, or repurpose it however you like.

Full process details on our Flow with Confidence Guarantee page:

Flow with Confidence Guarantee

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Soft Enough to Forgive You. Heavy Enough to Teach You.

When you're learning rope flow, you want two things.

  1. Easy and forgiving...
  2. But also gives you enough feedback to actually learn.

Those two don't always go together.

  • Too light and you feel like you're swinging nothing. It's harder to feel where the rope is and what your body is doing.
  • Too heavy or stiff? You definitely get feedback, but sometimes the hard way.

🌀 Our ropes are designed specifically for rope flow - made to be soft and forgiving for beginners, while still having enough weight and presence to help you feel every rotation.

rope flow spinal rotation

The missing piece in your fitness routine

What's the point of getting stronger if that strength doesn't help you live your life?

A functional body also needs:

  • Strength and endurance
  • Balance and coordination
  • Mobility and range of motion
  • Rotational strength
  • The ability to move dynamically and react to the world around you

Because life doesn't happen in straight lines.

We bend. Twist. Reach. Rotate. Balance.

And if we don't practice those movements...We lose them.

Rope Flow challenges your coordination while encouraging rotational movements that strengthen your lower back and improve shoulder mobility.

Rope Flow Tutorials

Rope Flow for Beginners Rope Flow for Beginners →
Intermediate Rope Flow Patterns Intermediate Rope Flow Patterns →
Advanced Rope Flow Sequences Advanced Rope Flow Sequences →

Flow ropes will wear down with use (especially where they strike the ground) but proper care can extend their life:

🌦️ Care & Maintenance

Use on smooth surfaces

Stick to grass, rubber flooring, hardwood, yoga mats, or clean pavement.

You can wrap the apex of your rope (where it hits the ground) with electrical tape, duct tape, or kinesiology tape for added protection. However:

  • It may affect the rope’s feel and flow.
  • Removing the tape can damage the fibers or leave sticky residue.

Only do this if you’re certain it’s worth the trade-off.

Avoid

Rough concrete or gravel - they cause fraying.

Cleaning

Hand wash in warm water with mild soap or rope-safe cleaners. Disinfecting wipes are also an option. Never use bleach. Rinse thoroughly if it has been exposed to saltwater.

Drying

Air dry or tumble dry on low heat. Avoid direct sun or high heat, which can weaken the rope. Store in a cool, dry place to prevent mold or mildew.

Ropes may experience shrinkage and shorten if tumble dried on medium to high heat.

Heavy Ropes: Avoid dryers as they can cause the handles to come undone, or worse, the core to become separated from the sheath. Air dry for up to 72 hours with a fan if possible.

Check the Ends

Re-tape or re-wrap them when they start to wear.

Rope Shrinkage/Swelling

Is normal over the lifetime of a rope. Minimizing water exposure or excessive heat reduces this.

Rope Repair

If the apex of your rope start to fray, you can gently reseal the fibers using a heat gun or by quickly passing it over a low flame.

Caution: Avoid high heat. Too much can burn the rope or fuse the fibers, making it stiff or brittle. Use just enough heat to slightly melt the stray fibers and prevent further fraying.

If the outer sheath of your rope wears down and the inner core becomes visible, your rope is nearing the end of its life.

Taping it with electrical, duct, or kinesiology tape may offer a short-term fix, but it won’t restore the rope’s original feel or function.

At this stage, you can either keep flowing until it fully wears out, or consider replacing it for a better experience.