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  What is the diameter of competition poles?

  Posted by Rachel12364 on April 25, 2011 at 12:23 am

  Hey ladies,

  I was just wondering if anyone knew what the diameters of the poles they use in competitions are? (45mm or 50mm)

  Also for buying poles for a studio would you suggest 50mm or 45mm?

  Just wanted some opinions 🙂

  Thanks

  Charley replied 13 years, 10 months ago 2 Members · 2 Replies
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  Charley

  Member

  April 25, 2011 at 9:23 am

  It totally depends on the competition.  There is no standard regulation size right now.  I think USPDF still uses 45's but at ECR they had us on 50mm's.  The Midwest Pole Comp that Empy is putting on will be on 50's.  I eventually just purchased a 45 to add to my collection in case I wanted to do a comp with a 45.  Plus I like to cross train between the two.

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  Charley

  Member

  April 25, 2011 at 9:24 am

  For a studio – ideally both.  One of the studios I work at has both and I think that works best.  Everyone can find their best grip for each move.

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