The 9 Best Wakeboard Ropes & Handles of 2023
By: Jack Mace: Watersports Buyer | May 24, 2023
Safety and performance are the top priorities when choosing the ideal wakeboard rope and handle to be pulled behind a wake boat. The best wakeboard ropes set you up for success, helping you land those impressive tricks and maneuvers without the risk of injury due to using an inferior or inappropriate rope. Instead of worrying about your gear, you should be enjoying your time shredding the wake.
New This Year:
Wake ropes may be pretty straightforward and not see much change from year to year. However, selecting a wakeboard rope and handle combo still requires considering factors such as grip material, flotation features, handle size, and rope length and material. Thankfully, there's a suitable combo for everyone, with a continued emphasis on enhanced grip, durability, and reliable rope feel. So dive in, grab the handle, and hold on tight as we present the best wakeboard rope and handle combos of 2023.
This Year's Best Wakeboard Ropes & Handles:
Liquid Force TR9 Handle + Static 65 ft Mainline
The Liquid Force TR9 Handle + Static 65 ft Mainline is a double-braided beauty in the eyes of surfers and wakeboarders. The sturdy aluminum bar and EVA grip finds its home in your grasp, while PVC endcaps keep it in place. Wake up and grab life by the handle.
| Grip Material | Length | Original Price |
| Machined EVA Grip | 65 ft | $59.99 |
Liquid Force Comp Handle + Dyneema 65 ft Mainline
Supply yourself with the superior handle and rope duo, the Liquid Force Comp Handle + Dyneema 65 ft Mainline, and reap the benefits of expert construction without breaking the bank. Its Brushed EVA Grip and newly designed Comp PVA end caps eliminate handle-rolling and provide security in hand. Its lightweight Dyneema™ core is completely stretch-free, providing you with pro-like performance.
| Grip Material | Length | Original Price |
| EVA Grip | 65 ft | $139.99 |
Ronix Combo 2.0 Hide Grip Wakeboard Handle + 65 ft Mainline
The Ronix Combo 2.0 Hide Grip Wakeboard Handle w/ 65 ft Mainline is back to help make all your wildest wake dreams come true. 3 Millimeters of thick and comfy EVA pad the 1.15" handle, so discomfort doesn't even cross your mind when you're launching the wake. 65 Feet of mainline make sure you've got plenty of room behind the boat. The Combo 2.0 from Ronix is the perfect choice for the casual rider who wants a handle at the right price.
| Grip Material | Length | Original Price |
| 3 mm thick EVA | 65 ft | $69.99 |
Ronix Combo 3.0 Hide Grip Wakeboard Handle + 70 ft Mainline
It's been rumored that the Ronix Combo 3.0 Hide Grip Wakeboard Handle w/ 70 ft Mainline was forged deep in the mountains of Japan by samurai warrior-gods who knew not what they were making, but only that one day, it would result in awesomeness around the world. We're not quick to believe rumors, but that one seems pretty legit. Regardless of the validity of that highly probable story, the Combo 3.0 features an embroidered grip with 3 mm of juicy memory foam and a 70 foot Dyneema mainline, so you're ready to board right outta the box. That's assuming you have a wakeboard boat, wakeboard, bindings, gas, boat driver, and a lake.
| Grip Material | Length | Original Price |
| Hide with embroidery grip, 3 mm thick memory foam | 70 ft | $129.99 |
Ronix Combo 4.0 Hide Stich Grip Wakeboard Handle + 75 ft Solin Rope
So your buddy Franky managed to get the rope caught up in the prop, and you need a new one? Make it an upgrade and opt for the Ronix Combo 4.0 Hide Grip Wakeboard Handle + 75 ft Solin Rope. With a plush, hide stitch grip and floating handle construction, this stretch-free rope is jockeying for you to start stomping tantrums and tweaking methods like a pro. Not all tow-setups were created equal, and the Ronix Combo 4.0 proves it.
| Grip Material | Length | Original Price |
| 3 mm Thick Memory Foam, Hide w/ Square Stitch Embroidery | 75 ft | $139.99 |
Ronix Combo 5.0 Hide Stich Grip Wakeboard Handle + 80 ft Mainline
Wakeboard handles are cool too. Specifically, the Ronix Combo 5.0 Hide Stich Grip Wakeboard Handle w/ 80 ft Mainline. If you're spending considerable time behind the boat, you need a handle that won't be holding you back (it should be pulling you forward, duh). The Combo 5.0 is comprised of a handle featuring 3 mm of comfy memory foam and an 80 foot line, so you have plenty of room to charge the wake. Hurry up and buy the Combo 5.0 so you don't make two big mistakes today.
| Grip Material | Length | Original Price |
| 3 mm Thick Memory Foam, Hide with diamond stitch embroidery grip | 80 ft | $159.99 |
Learn More With Our Other Wake Guides:
- Wakeboards - How to Choose & Size Chart
- Wakeboard Boots & Bindings - How to Choose
- Wakeboards & Wakeboard Bindings - Compatibility Guide
- Wakeskates - How to Choose
- Wakesurf Boards - How to Choose
- Wakesurfing - How to Wakesurf & Beginner Tips
- Wakesurfing - Boat Setup / Safety
- Wakeboarding - How to Wakeboard & Beginner Tips
- Wakeboarding - Towing Speed, Rope Length & Boat Weight
- Wakeboard Vests / Life Jackets - How to Choose
- Wakeboard Ropes & Handles - How to Choose
- Wing Foiling & Winging - How to Get Started
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The Selection Process:
Our wake buyer has an endless amount of knowledge on all things watersports stemming from years of experience in the watersports industry in tandem with their countless hours out in the water catching waves behind the boat or ripping at the cable park. evo's buyers assess all products coming to market, lean into this knowledge, and put together this selection of the best products. They have a unique perspective as they truly see everything offered across the category.
Jack Mace
I grew up on the north end of Lake Washington and was surrounded by watersports enthusiasts who all had an immense passion for any activity done on the water. My dad has also worked in the boating industry my whole life, so those two factors were the main building blocks that shaped my love for the industry from a young age.
After attending Western Washington University, I moved back to the Seattle area and worked as a sailing instructor for a number of years at my cousin’s rental shop on Lake Union before joining the evo family in 2012.
At evo, I started out on the customer service team and worked my way onto the merchandising team which gave me the opportunity to integrate my passion and love for the water into a career as the Watersports Buyer. I still reside in the Seattle area with my wife Katie and two sons, Wes and Carter.