PoleNika
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Nope…not the owner of POLESLEEVES, but I do know him well, seen the love and hard work that has gone into his small business fueled by love for the sport and know that he doesn’t follow this thread (the reason why I’ve tried to be an advocate for them here). I love POLESLEEVES, use them in my facility and have performed/taught Chinese poles for past 15 years. No, I’m not poor Victor trying to be insensitive to his customers (although his good customer service is thankfully remarked upon occasionally here). I know many people who use them and love them. Apologies if I sounded insensitive.
That being said, I do know a fresh pole sleeve can sometimes seem a little slick. It just needs to get broken in. A few practices and it should be nice and sticky. Good luck! I’m sure you will find that you love it! 🙂
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I’m confused? POLESLEEVES are the highest quality product on the market and has been successful in many different applications/environments (humid, wet, dry). You can use grip aids (rosin would be best)…but not sure why you are having trouble. My kids can hold onto a 50mm pole with a POLESLEEVE with one hand and spin around (they’re 5&7). Are you wearing fitted clothing? I’ve never heard a not-sticky-enough complaint about POLESLEEVES
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Both products are amazing with a happy following and were created by the same people. POLESLEEVES, while it can be put on and taken off, is a bit more permanent as it’s more difficult to get on and off (requires taking pole down). POLESLEEVES are now being used by Cirque du Soleil’s Totem show and are used by numerous Cirque performers…so quality is on point.
The Stunt Grip Wrap is a similar material (this one is latex-free). It is convenient because it can be quickly wrapped onto the pole (any diameter) without taking the pole down. This is their newest product and many Cirque performers have started using this as well.
Both are very grippy and are great for cold days, humidity…any time grip is an issue. Pole can be used on spinning mode for either product. Also great for beginners trying to build confidence. Both hold up well with heavy use (we use both for our Chinese Poles classes, which includes larger men wearing soft-soled shoes, with no issues…we love both).
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Silicone will definitely get slippery when wet…kind of defeating the purpose. Pole sleeves have been tested and proven in high humidity situations and even in water shows…check out their Facebook page for pics. There are tons of great reviews for pole sleeves on studio veena. Even if is difficult to take on and off (I don’t think it is, but that’s my personal experience), you CAN’T take the silicone off and once it wears down the pole will be useless. POLESLEEVES is having a great sale right now making the sleeves only $175! And they are a much superior product to the rip off that is pole armour (there is a thread on here comparing one to the other…armour fell down to a bunched up mess a few minutes into a performance)
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Yes, it will still spin. Pole sleeves are great. Can be taken off or put on easily with two people and a blower if you actually follow the directions…if you are getting a workout you aren’t doing it right. They have a promotion right now for 30% off their in-stock items…so they start at only $175.
Silicone will get slippery at the first hint of dampness, whereas pole sleeves do not. Pole sleeves are great if you are learning new skills, especially the more acrobatic moves. Great if you live somewhere humid or you are sweaty…and great in the winter so you can wear clothes and not worry about warming the pole. -
Try stunt grip…it gets stickier with sweat. No residue or anything…just works well. Great for aerial apparatus too.
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Have one of Trevor’s rigs (trapeze rigging). Love it!! Never had any issues, easy to put up and down, sturdy!
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I have a 45mm with a Pole Sleeve on it. My son is 7 and swings around it by one hand because the Pole Sleeve helps with the grip. But if you are really worried about it, then order the 40mm and add the sleeve. Either way you will love it!
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Pole Sleeves provides a strap that you can attach at the top to keep it from sliding. Surprised you had that experience Emikoisabella 🙁 They can be slid on and off without even using air. did you contact Pole Sleeves for help before cutting it? They are always helpful and Victor is easy to reach by phone. He talked me through getting it on my pole the first time. I’ve never had any problems with it sliding down (of course, I use the strap to keep it up). I watched Victor slide a sleeve on and off an xstage pole with only his two hands – it just takes some finesse and practice. Once it is on and being used it is designed to self-adhere to the pole like a chinese finger trap. If you don’t release this grip it will be extremely difficult to get off. That is why a blower makes it easier (to release this grip) but it is possible to shimmy it with your hands to release the bond. And, of course, some helping hands are nice. Brass is super grippy, so I imagine it sticks more to the pole sleeve. I love mine.
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Pole Armour is a cheap imitation of Pole Sleeves…at Pole Expo in Vegas they had a pole armour up and people were slipping all over the place, plus it was ripping after only a few people climbed up. Pole Sleeves were used in the Chinese Pole clinic there and are a far superior product. They held up and looked brand new after days of people climbing all over them even with shoes on. I don’t think pole armour is removable either, but Pole Sleeves are. Pole Sleeves are the real deal.
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The silicone is going to wear down quickly…making the pole useless. POLESLEEVES are hardy and are easy to take off…you don’t need a second pole. The thickness isn’t an issue…not sure why people make a big deal about it. Silicone is slippery too and won’t work with a little moisture…
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Pole Sleeve!! No doubt about it. So fun. Great for learning tricks. It’s so grippy the increase in diameter isn’t an issue. Love it!
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Pole Sleeve!! No doubt about it. So fun. Great for learning tricks. It’s so grippy the increase in diameter isn’t an issue. Love it!
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The spinning mechanisms will still work, but if you had it set to static then you wouldn’t be spinning much.
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Easiest Answer Ever: Pole Sleeves!!
Every other post is about sweaty hands…it will take care of that problem, plus you’ll never have to warm up your pole (perfect for the upcoming winter)!