But only if we invest in Lester Clancy’s new cordless jump-rope. Ohio native (why am I not surprised) Clancy has finally patented his cordless jump-rope idea, something that he’s been toying around with since 1988. A man who works within the prison system as a laundry coordinator says it’s perfect for prisoners who are suicidal but still need a cardiovascular workout and of course the clumsy, lastly don’t forget about those hazardous low-ceiling fans, a hazard no more. Though I seriously doubt that anyone suicidal will want a good workout.

What makes his invention work is that the handles are weighted so that it simulates a rope being there. The feel of a rope without the look of it. Impressive. The only problem is that Clancy doesn’t have enough financial backing to make another handle, so at the moment it’s only one. Doesn’t everyone want to pretend that they can jump double dutch? I know I do. Send that man a check! For more interesting news on inventions check out Patently Silly.

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