Cuwoody
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9ft
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Grip aids are a very individual decision. I use grip aids and also gloves at times, especially when working on a new move at home (no spotter or crash mat). I don’t see grip aids as a shortcut or taking the easy way out. For me they add an extra layer of safety and security when learning a new move. I have yet to find a grip aid strong enough to substitute for strength to do a move. When learning a new move you have to exert yourself more because you are trying to figure out where everything goes, where to squeeze, the push, the pull while “hanging” on the pole. That takes a lot more exertion than going straight into a move. The grip aid can help certain parts stick more securely while I figure out where to put everything else. If there is any chance I may be sweaty or encounter a “slick” spot on the pole I like having the added security of a grip aid.
Pole is my hobby and fitness regimen. I am not training for competitions or performances. I can see using grip aids sparingly if I were training for a competition. However, Olympic gymnasts use chalk during competition and professional dancers use rosin on their shoes to prevent slips as well. So, if the pro’s need a little “aid” from time to time, why can’t I. Just my opinion.
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Goo gone. I have used on the pole. It didn’t hurt it.
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I have a two-toned pole. The dome, piece coming out of dome, bottom, and sleeve that covers the xjoint are chrome; the A, B and extension piece are titanium gold. I had all chrome and wanted TG. Switching out those pieces was MUCH cheaper than buying a new pole. The performance of the pole is not affected; it’s just two-toned now. Some may not like the two-toned look, but it doesn’t bother me.
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Using an iPad I can upload pictures to my profile but haven’t been able to change my current profile picture to one of the new pictures I uploaded. Do I have to be on a computer or am I missing something?
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I agree with the others. This your journey. We all have things we struggle with more than others. I inverted my second week just to see if I could do it. I made it but it was not pretty. Though inverted moves are easier for me, I struggle with other basic things like pointing my toes. There are a lot of really pretty and challenging moves that do not require inverting (planks, wrist sits, knee release, rainbows, knee release bridge, ballerina, twisted ballerina, etc.). You can do a lot with these kind of moves and solid spins. If you aren’t already work on flowing from one move to another, linking things together. Doing this now will help a lot down the road.
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I had the same issue with my 9′ ceiling. Xpole told me if your ceiling height is at the very top of the height range for a pole, then go up to the pole for the next height range. I got the extension piece and had no problems. Mine was sturdy without the extension but the xjoint cover did not cover the entire joint.