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StarrGrrrl
08-10-2007, 12:24 PM
No...it's actually kind of true! Iin fact, it's exactly true.
In fact, according to Kim at PS whom I just got off the phone with, they have in fact changed BOTH the base and top plate to a "type of plastic" claiming it's stronger than the original metal components.
She stated that the original components would get dents in them if dropped so they tested these for 4 months and they are "much stronger" than the metal. I'm certain they wouldn't say plastic was stronger if it really wasn't...
I guess you haven't seen the new ones?
The people I spoke to had actually purchased and received these poles and one had even already owned EIGHT PS poles and was not happy that they had been changed and she wasn't aware of the new product components until it arrived.
Well that's just the thing, I have just installed four different Super Poles for my students in the last few months. I also just ordered 3 yesterday... so I talked to Kim several times. It was never mentioned that the design had changed... which is neither here nor there since they haven't mentioned it to anyone else who didn't ask either...
I have had my 11 studio poles (6 of which are Super Poles) since January, and they are all solid metal. All the ones I have installed recently have been solid metal as well. We'll see about the ones that are on the way. I have to install two of those three.
... and correct me if I'm wrong, but from what you've said Empy... you haven't actually seen them yourself either, yeah? I'm not trying to be a bitch either, but you did sorta jump in here exclaiming plastic! as if they were made by Fisher Price.
leelabliss
08-10-2007, 01:05 PM
.. and correct me if I'm wrong, but from what you've said Empy... you haven't actually seen them yourself either, yeah? I'm not trying to be a bitch either, but you did sorta jump in here exclaiming plastic! as if they were made by Fisher Price.
Empy may not have seen the poles, but I was just out in Chicago and described the new plastic parts to her in person. She talked directly, face to face with someone who had direct experience.
sassysummer
08-10-2007, 01:28 PM
ok, here's the lowdown.
i talked to the designer. This wasn't an overnight decision. They tested this product for many months before releasing.
these are a type of polycarbanate...material used in everything from cds, to bulletproof glass, to airplanes. it IS virtually indestructible.
they are getting more detailed info for me if you need.
empy, please quite insinuating that this is a "mystery" product just because kim nor I could remember the name. That's just making it seem like they are being shady, when that is most definatly NOT the case. The designer wasn't there when you called, nor was he there the first time i called. But I talked to him personally just about an hour ago.
they have ran over these with cars, dropped them from 3 story window and now damage!
also, if for some reason you drop this on your foot (believe me, i have dropped the other metal plates on my foot! it's hurts!), these won't hurt as bad because they are so lightweight.
this material is superior to the previous aluminum plates (they are NOT solid stainless steel), and i have dented up mine plenty! lol
Also leela, if you ever have a problem with the ps poles, like say you think they are defective in some way. you DO NOT have to pay for shipping back, nor do you have to be without poles. They will send you replacement poles and then just ask you to put the old poles back in the tubes and they will pay to have fedex pick them up for you. no need to pay!!
also everyone needs to understand. ps is a GIGANTIC operation. WAY bigger than xpole and lilmynx. Companies change the design of their products everyday without notifying anyone. They are always looking for ways to improve their products (as all companies should). And Kim is just one person who handles pretty much all of the cs. considering how much she has to do, she does a great job.
Empyrean
08-10-2007, 01:31 PM
Well that's just the thing, I have just installed four different Super Poles for my students in the last few months. I also just ordered 3 yesterday... so I talked to Kim several times. It was never mentioned that the design had changed... which is neither here nor there since they haven't mentioned it to anyone else who didn't ask either...
I have had my 11 studio poles (6 of which are Super Poles) since January, and they are all solid metal. All the ones I have installed recently have been solid metal as well. We'll see about the ones that are on the way. I have to install two of those three.
... and correct me if I'm wrong, but from what you've said Empy... you haven't actually seen them yourself either, yeah? I'm not trying to be a bitch either, but you did sorta jump in here exclaiming plastic! as if they were made by Fisher Price.
In fact, you ARE wrong as I didn't claim to see them any more than I claimed to know what they were made of and I never referred to them as Fisher Price. I asked a question. You however insisted they were not changed.
I made no claims, politely asked a question and did not become defensive, nor suggest any snotty insinuations. I was and remain respectful and courteous as anyone on here can see by reading.
And in fact, despite what your poles are made of, I just got off the phone with Keith who called me personally to explain that they had been changed and are now made of polycarbonate which is in fact a plastic. "A very strong" plastic according to Keith.
I suppose it was wrong of me to ask the question here on a forum but I thought someone would know the answer.
Empyrean
08-10-2007, 01:36 PM
empy, please quite insinuating that this is a "mystery" product just because kim nor I could remember the name. That's just making it seem like they are being shady, when that is most definatly NOT the case. The designer wasn't there when you called, nor was he there the first time i called. But I talked to him personally just about an hour ago.
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I'm not insinuating anything...I'm stated that no one knows what it's made of. I did not refer to it as "mystery" product either.
All I did was ask a question...which seemed to put people on edge. As I told Keith, I've been questioned about this from two different people now so I asked. Even tried calling to ask.
Now I have the answer...so thank you for your time.
StarrGrrrl
08-10-2007, 03:21 PM
IN FACT... I am NOT wrong because you have NOT seen them personally. Which is what I actually asked. (I do realize she spoke to you in person leelabliss, who IN FACT seems to be the only one of us who has actually encountered this new polycarb set up)
I also didn't quote you as saying Fisher Price. However you did jump in here and exclaim plastic! as if they would be cheaply made. Which is what I said.
I have noticed that you like to knock PS, and start a bashfest everytime anyone has a problem with them... Obviously because you sell X-Pole. And with your long winded FACTUAL posts it is evident that you just like to argue, and hear yourself talk.
Some of us happen to like Platinum Stages, and have had no problems with their poles. This seems to go back to the time when you stuck a brass pole feestanding into a stage without a steel insert, and it broke. You blamed PS for that, but then when someone mentioned an x pole falling down, you blamed THEM for not properly putting it up. Hmmmmmmm...
I have used both X, and PS... I like them both. They are the two nicest poles on the market, and obviously head to head in competition.
EMPYREAN, WE KNOW YOU PREFER X-POLE. Lets have some more objective opinions in the future.
Empyrean
08-10-2007, 04:31 PM
Starr...you really need to relax!
I got my answer so I'm finished with this particular discussion.
StarrGrrrl
08-10-2007, 09:09 PM
Nope, I'm cool. Just noticing a trend. Thanks though.
Minette
08-10-2007, 09:33 PM
All else aside - are stainless steel and chrome very different in terms of stickiness or just little different? Thanks in advance.
leelabliss
08-10-2007, 10:29 PM
I have stainless in my studio, and recently danced on chrome and titanium. they were both much more grippy.
From what I can estimate, grippiest is brass, titanium, chrome and stainless in that order. Never danced on powder coated, so I can't comment. That would be the last thing I would buy though, as the scratching would drive me crazy (girls with hand jewelry on also make me a little pissy, at least when they are dancing on my poles!)
Empyrean
08-11-2007, 05:34 AM
HI Minette...I feel there is a noticable difference between stainless and chrome. Enough that it can take some adjusting if you have to switch between the two.
The powder coated poles I've used seem very like chrome and I don't notice any difference in titanium and brass aside from upkeep. They both require a lot of cleaning, but brass requires a brass polish where titanium can be cleaned with rubbing alcohol or mild glass cleaner.
sassysummer
08-11-2007, 08:56 AM
yes agreed^^
stainless is the slickest..but it's my preferred metal to teach on since it gets my girls stronger faster.
chrome is pretty identical to powder coated. they are both "coatings" on a steel pole. they are sticky at first and then start to get a little slicker, but not as much as stainless
antithesis
08-13-2007, 03:52 AM
Hello!
My home-pole is from Platinum Stages. It is absolutely fantastic! It was delivered very quickly, it requires virtually no instalation (there are rubber grips on the pieces attached to top and bottom, so it is very easy to remove & put back up... altho I do have hard wood floors, dont know how it would do on carpet??), its sturdy, it spins AND locks into stationary, its a great conversation piece, and a wonderful home-work out tool. I highly recommend platinum stages poles!
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StarrGrrrl
08-14-2007, 05:26 AM
Ok, so we know about the more popular poles on the market... does anyone use something from a smaller company, or have you had something manufactured for you?
I'm interested to know if anyone has used one of the 1 1/2 inch diameter poles that are popular in Australia. I asked Boobbi's Pole Studio for a quote on theirs with shipping to the US, and here's what they quoted me:
$721- USD for the pole
$168- Shipping to US
Their pole is brass, one piece, removeable, and also spin/static...
I'd love to get my hands on one of these poles. The 1 1/2 inch brass is really popular in the clubs around my area too. Their poles spin, but not Platinum Stages, or X-Pole spin. They must not be on ball bearings. I personally want a pole that will spin if I put my weight into it, but not so fast that I want to puke 30 seconds later...
leelabliss
08-15-2007, 06:31 AM
I haven't used a smaller diameter pole, yet! Empy has I believe. I think moves with gripping the thighs, inverted or not are more difficult from what others say. I think they are great with girls with smaller hands, especially for inverted hold moves using hands.
I know X-Pole has titanium in 1.5 inches...but not sure about spin.
Bobbi just amazes me to no end...those legs go on forever!
Let us know if you find something cheaper and of good quality in the US for that diameter that spins...that would be awesome.
I can't use spinny poles very often either, they go WAY TOO FAST. But just the body weight helping it move would be much better, at least for me.
All the best,
Leela
StrawberrySwitchblade
08-15-2007, 09:35 AM
Just ordered my X-pole! Very excited! Will review here when I get and install it.
To be perfectly honest, the PS-bashing made me very sour towards the X-pole, and I believe the 'discussion' was very unprofessional. I noticed no bashing of the X-pole from PS advocates. I almost didn't order an X-Pole because of it.
Bubble
08-15-2007, 09:58 AM
I know X-Pole has titanium in 1.5 inches...but not sure about spin.
The titanium is only available in 2 inch (5cm)
They haven't released the titanium 4.5cm (not 1.5 inches!). They did give ONE away in a competition though
I know that Xpole Australia has a 4.2cm chrome.
Pretty sure that Starrgrrl wants something a bit slower than the xpole spin.
StarrGrrrl
08-15-2007, 03:09 PM
I was looking for something slower, but I actually might not mind the X or PS ball bearing spin with the smaller diameter. The centrifugal force probably won't force my hands to come off of the smaller diameter pole, making it easier for me to move through several poses... which is the ONLY way I can use a spinning pole without getting sick as hell... gotta keep moving.
I can't decide... more free spin, or more controlled spin... I do think I'd like to try the more controlled spin though. I'd sorta like to try both. *wants to go dance on Dolphin I's small diameter poles :)*
Leela- I can imagine how thigh holding or leg holding would be more difficult for sure. Hand hold for the upper body extended inverted poses would be way more secure though I agree... and that's partly what I'm curious about... How much longer can I hold my upper body extended inverts...?
Goodness yes... Bobbi's legs...
I will let you know if I can find anything cheaper... I'm going to test out a few ideas, and talk to some fabricator friends... see if they or their shop mates can come up with anything better than what I have drawn up :)
StarrGrrrl
08-15-2007, 03:20 PM
...Also, I have just today seen the new PS top, and bottom fittings... I was gonna run it over just to see what would happen, but I thought it wouldn't be very nice since it's my sister's pole *sprouts horns*
They are pretty light weight... I'm going to crank on it after we put it up, so we'll see what happens. I'm still not sure what I think about this, since I have only just seen them.
*Can't stop thinking about running it over with various vehicles*
Empyrean
08-15-2007, 10:03 PM
XPole sells both a 45mm and a 50mm size in both the titanium and the chrome finishes. The 45 is 1.77 inches diameter and the 50mm is 1.98 inches diameter so pretty close to 1 3/4 and 2 inches respectively.
Currently they are out of stock in titanium poles in the US in both sizes.
I agree that the smaller diameter is much easier. I nailed the handspring first on the 45mm. I also agree that the narrower poles are harder to hold onto with the leg holds - but I've heard that you will eventually get use to whatever you use.
On the other hand, I couldn't get the knee hold at all until I tried it on a home made pole that was about 2 1/4 inches diamter. The wider pole made it easier then I was able to move down to the 50mm pole but I still can't do it at all on the 45 mm pole as it hurts too much still.
SPinning...I get motion sickness just watching it, I can't do it at all, but sure wish I could! It's beautiful work and tough to do because of the centrifical (sp?) force caused by the spin. I've never heard of a pole that doesn't spin as quickly but that's an interesting concept to see if it makes someone less dizzy.
I've tried the spin on PS, XP, Poldanzer and Lil Mynx and can't tolerate it on any of them and from what I can tell it's pretty fast and about the same on all of them.
StarrGrrrl
08-16-2007, 08:09 AM
The only place that I have ever seen poles taht spin, but not as fast as PS, X ,mynx, and Danzer... was in the strip clubs. Granted that those poles probably spin because they aren't actually installed right (the self taping screw connecting the flange to the pole is probably either not there, or has broken.)
The first time I ever saw the smaller poles I thought, "that must suck!" I have always uses 2" diameter... but to think about it now, I bet it's cool for certain things.
I was thinking about getting an X Pole, 45mm, and now that I know they make it in titanium I just might do that.
Do you have any idea when they may be back in stock over here?
The 1/4 inch difference might work out really nicely.
I get motion sick too.... that's why I have to keep switching poses if I have it on spin. The second I stop, and try to enjoy the ride, my face just turns green :crazy:
I do actually take a homeopathic rememdy for motion sickness, and it seems to help me. I have recommended it to several students as well, and they think it helps too. It's made by Highlands Homeopathics... It says motion sickness on the fromt of the box. I think Wal Mart has it. (I get mine at Safeway, or Fred Meyers for you people out here on the west coast) There is also another thing you can take, which I have not tried yet, it's called Bonine. It's not a homeopathic, it's like Dramamine, but supposedly less drowsy...
I often tell my students to eat something high in protein within the hour before they come to class...Not a huge meal, but maybe a yogurt, or a protein enriched smoothie... I also tell them to bring a banana to class. When I start to feel it just from the normal spinning (And this comes up a lot since everyone, including me, has a pole to spin on for the whole class) if I eat a banana it seems to help.
Grrr motion sickness. I hate that feeling. I can ruin a whole day.
Empyrean
08-16-2007, 10:17 PM
Starr...unfortunately I dont' know the exact restock date for the 45mm poles - it was suppose to be near the later half of August. When I get a date I'll let you know.
Thanks for the homeopathic tip. I can't take bonine or dramamine as I have allergic reactions to both!! I've tried ginger for the motion sickness on the pole but it doesn't help enough.
Irelynx...I woulndn't worry about the scratching or chipping. It shouldn't be any worse than a brass or stainless pole as the bonding process has greatly improved and there is little to no problems with the newer poles.
ViciousSummer
08-30-2007, 06:41 PM
I recently purchased the PS Super Pole. Shipping was really fast (arrived 3 days after I placed my order), so that was a nice surprise. I'll be setting it up and taking it for a spin in a couple of days, so I'll be sure to post a review in the near future.
Although I havn't unpacked the pole yet (it's at my office in San Diego and I'm currently in Puerto Rico), I'm a little disappointed to hear that PS changed the plates to plastic (polycarbonate (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polycarbonate) is a type of plastic), BUT I shouldn't shoot it down before I check it out. I'll let you all know what I think after I manhandle it ;)...
Djoser
08-31-2007, 07:25 AM
Yeah, I'll be curious to hear about it--I came close to getting one and still may. But what I have is working alright, so I'm not in a hurry. Keep us posted...
sassysummer
08-31-2007, 04:43 PM
i've been using the new plates in my studios. i've dropped the other heavier plates on them and have thrown them down the road...so far they are great!
they are really nice looking, better than the other, they are super shiney
next step, i'm gonna put my heavy stage with about 300lbs of sandbags on them while they are upside down since some are worried they'll warp (i know they won't though!) this should put sufficient pressure on them.
i personally like them better. especially since i carry my pole around everywhere, any additional i can take off is great!
maybe i should video all of this! lol
alenadowns
09-04-2007, 07:11 AM
PS has a new 1.75 "pole....anyone tried it??? One of my students ordered one..but no word yet on usage!
Has anyone used it? How does it compare to the 2"
I DONT WANT TO HEAR XPOLE IS BETTER!
ViciousSummer
09-04-2007, 03:56 PM
I recently purchased the PS Super Pole. Shipping was really fast (arrived 3 days after I placed my order), so that was a nice surprise. I'll be setting it up and taking it for a spin in a couple of days, so I'll be sure to post a review in the near future.
Although I havn't unpacked the pole yet (it's at my office in San Diego and I'm currently in Puerto Rico), I'm a little disappointed to hear that PS changed the plates to plastic (polycarbonate (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polycarbonate) is a type of plastic), BUT I shouldn't shoot it down before I check it out. I'll let you all know what I think after I manhandle it ;)...I just unpacked the PS Super Pole and the plates are indeed plastic. You can even see the clear plastic on the bottom where they missed a spot when they were spraying on the chrome looking paint. Cheesy. It also looks like the chrome paint will scratch off easily (I was able to scratch it off on the underside of the plate with my fingernail). I would have MUCH preferred that these plates were metal. Metal has a higher quality look/feel and I would think that the added weight would be safer for a removeable pole base. I'm debating on sending it back...
Djoser
09-04-2007, 04:15 PM
I don't know, with the new technology out there, it might be strong enough to do the job--but I can sympathize, I would be irritated as well, especially if you can scratch the paint off with your fingernail.
I was going to get a multi-piece Super Pole, the only kind that would fit to the beam in my loft apt. Is that what you got? I really wanted brass so decided to wait and think about it (they don't make the multi-piece in brass), then got this pole I have now for a lot less, lol!
ViciousSummer
09-04-2007, 07:08 PM
I don't know, with the new technology out there, it might be strong enough to do the job--but I can sympathize, I would be irritated as well, especially if you can scratch the paint off with your fingernail.
I was going to get a multi-piece Super Pole, the only kind that would fit to the beam in my loft apt. Is that what you got? I really wanted brass so decided to wait and think about it (they don't make the multi-piece in brass), then got this pole I have now for a lot less, lol!Yes, I got the multi-piece Super Pole. I just put it up and took it for a twirl. The threads between the pieces scare me a bit, there is definately a lip there. The pole seems sturdy enough, but I think I'm going to opt for a permanent pole for my gym. The spinning feature is pretty cool, you can control how fast or slow you spin with your body, although I did start to get dizzy after a couple of minutes.
What type of pole did you get and how much was it? I think the Super Pole is a bit over priced at $400...
leelabliss
09-04-2007, 10:24 PM
Yes, I got the multi-piece Super Pole. I just put it up and took it for a twirl. The threads between the pieces scare me a bit, there is definately a lip there.The seams used to be much neater, more beveled and smooth. I am finding this past year that the poles seem to have thinner walls...but maybe it's my imagination. I do notice the newer PS poles I have are sometimes so bad at the seams I have to take them down and switch sections to get smooth seams. I have almost cut my hands open on a couple...not good. I was doing a basic back slide while teaching and it felt like my back was being torn open.
I wish I could replace all of these PS with one piece poles, but it won't be happening until business is really booming or PS decides to replace them free of charge for me...(don't think that will happen...)
I just ordered some X-poles, going to try a couple out in the studio, but having danced on them recently, I do like the feel of the seams, and the fact they are made of metal plates does help. The plastic feels cheap, and the paint will definitely not last long. It will start to look really bad once that starts chipping and flaking...not to mention they don't match the other poles I have.
All the best!
Empyrean
09-04-2007, 10:28 PM
PS has a new 1.75 "pole....anyone tried it??? One of my students ordered one..but no word yet on usage!
Has anyone used it? How does it compare to the 2"
I DONT WANT TO HEAR XPOLE IS BETTER!
Sorry to disappoint you but there is no reason to claim that the Xpole is better in this instance since the size is the same as the 45mm Xpole...why would anyone say that???
What I can tell you is that there is a noticeable difference using this sized pole compared with a 2 inch pole. I find not only is hand grip much improved but also leg grip is noticably more challenging on this size.
I am very happy to have this sized pole as it's been of great benefit and without it I probably would have taken much longer to learn the handspring but once I perfected my hold on the 1.77" I was able to quickly adjust what I had been working on for months and could not accomplish and now can do it on the 2 inch pole without a problem.
I highly recommend having a smaller pole around for people who can afford the luxury of a second pole.
Djoser
09-05-2007, 04:44 AM
What type of pole did you get and how much was it? I think the Super Pole is a bit over priced at $400...
Well I was going to make an experimental flexible pole using composite materials. But in the course of checking into using 3-4 thin steel electrical conduits inside a PVC pipe (with an unknown bonding/filling substance inside and possibly fiberglass outside), I said 'fuck it' and bought a thick steel electrical conduit for about 11$ I think.
I lashed it to the beam in my loft and it works great! Though the slippery grip was a bit tough at first.
I just signed another lease so might eventually get a brass pole and tie it the same way. The SuperPole sounds great even with the drawbacks, but I like the look of brass.
sassysummer
09-05-2007, 08:23 AM
for alena...
i don't have these 1.75 yet, but will be getting them. but my other poles are smaller in diameter like this. great for girls that are petite or have small hands, they can grip much better, but it's almost like learning the tricks where you hand with just your legs all over again (almost, but not totally)...POLE BURN! lol
but my girls with the smaller hands definatly appreciate the smaller poles.
as for the plates.
the silver is not "painted" on. it's literally "sucked" into the polycarb, but yes, you will see the clear underneath it. but who looks underneath the plates anyway.
the old metal plates were actually what you would think of as painted (powder coated), and those definatly chipped.
the underneath is not going to have as much of the silver as the top will, just because of how it's done. the very top of the plate does turn a little black from the pole rubbing (directly under the pole, again, nothing you would see unless the pole was taken off), but i have really smacked the crap out of these plates and NO CHIPPING. It won't chip cause it's not painted. i've even stabbed it with a screwdriver and nothing!
i know it's gonna be hard for everyone to get used to these, but honestly, i like them. they are prettier and like djoser, with the technology now, these plates are stronger than the old ones.
i have 3 metal plates, if anyone absolutely hates their new ones, i'll be happy to trade you! lol
leela, as for the thread issues, i can't really comment cause all of mine are fairly new (a year or less), however i have used a friends extension a few times which is a couple of years old and i didn't notice a difference.
i think you may have just received a bad batch, which is entirely possible with such a mass produced product.
also, make sure they are FULLY together.
if you take them apart and clean out the thread with rubbing alcohol, using a cotton cloth diaper or a microfiber cloth, then get a tube of "anti-seize" (you can find it in the auto dept) and put some of that on, the thread will go on much better and you can tighten the poles up nicely...don't use too much though! it's a messy product, but OMG it's soooo nice having the poles just "slide" together and come apart sooooooooo much easier.
also, if you are having problems with the pieces, call them and ask for new ones (but only talk to Kim)! They will send you out new pieces and then put a call tag out for the old ones, so you won't need to be without.
alenadowns
09-05-2007, 08:38 AM
Sorry to disappoint you but there is no reason to claim that the Xpole is better in this instance since the size is the same as the 45mm Xpole...why would anyone say that???
I stated that due to previous discussions. Read back...you will understand why.
No disappointment here...thankful actually!
Sassy...thanks...I will have to wait till my girl gets it and sets it up!
I have used 1.2" poles, 22 feet tall before....one piece custom made for a club I used to work at! I loved them...but it did make some moves harder and a few impossible! I was wondering, if the fact that it is between the sizes I have used...it would be better!
I like the idea of a smaller pole for smaller hands...but with a smaller pole, my concern is the thread/seam thickness and durability. But they only come in a one piece though, dont they??
sassysummer
09-05-2007, 09:34 AM
yea, it's only one piece for now anyways.
Sweet
09-05-2007, 09:34 PM
Okay. I went to pole dancing class and they were mounted into the ceiling. I would like to get a pole for home. We plan to sell this place come spring.
I will cut to the chase... I am 5 feet tall and 160lbs. Yes, I'm fat and I know that I need to lose, however I would still like a pole to practice on.
Most here are in the 140 or lesser weight range. Can I get the pole or not? I don't want to risk bodily injury by spinning my fat ass around it and then it freakin' breaks or falls on me. Don't need that!
Djoser
09-06-2007, 03:36 AM
I weigh a lot more than 160 and it's fine. Just make sure you have it mounted securely, whatever kind you get.
Empyrean
09-06-2007, 07:40 AM
Sweet...any well made fully pressure mounted pole will hold your weight without a problem. Most will hold WELL OVER 200# of lateral force if installed securely. It's not about your build, it's simply a weight issue.
I would strongly advise against any pole that is spring loaded or even partially spring loaded - even dancers under 150# will shift these or just knock them down when working out on them...some won't even hold up to a simple spin.
StrawberrySwitchblade
09-11-2007, 11:29 AM
ZOMG I GET MY POLE TODAY zjdfmjasnjrlslrjn!!!nfkklskljrFJNEPWP!!
StrawberrySwitchblade
09-11-2007, 01:44 PM
So I really like it! I got the Gold Edition X-Pole. I played with it for a while, did some inverts for the first time (with a spotter) and played with the spinning setting (which is really fun!) My only problem was it was a BITCH to install the first time. Though I see it as getting easier with repetition.
And word to the X-Pole people...your instruction booklet is riddled with typos. :P
Jezzebelle
09-11-2007, 03:31 PM
Hahahaha is it really? I never read it!
X`s are a bitch to get down, let alone put up but they are fun arnt they? I have gold too. I do like my gold at the moment :)
ViciousSummer
09-11-2007, 11:58 PM
I've been playing around with my new PS Super Pole for the past few days and I L-O-V-E it. It's the only pole I've tried, so I don't have anything to compare it to, but it's very sturdy as long as it's tightened correctly. When I 1st put it up, I didn't tighten it very much (I'm not very heavy and I was afraid to damage the ceiling) and my friend knocked it down on her 1st swing (she's around 150lbs). I've since tightened it and no problems. We even had a guy (175 - 180lbs) doing inverts and whatnot on it today.
I'm already sore. Who knew that working out could be this much fun! :D
IsabellaRouma
09-14-2007, 08:44 AM
I ordered a PS Super Pole Multi-Piece on Monday and it's supposed to show up this coming Monday! I can't wait!!!
pinkpvc
09-18-2007, 11:49 AM
looks like theres a new pole on the block.
Was having a search through ebay and saw a "My Sexy Little Pole" for the equivelant of $120. My first thought was it was the peekaboo pole in different packaging, but it does seem intriguing.
The accompanying video seems to show they are marketing it more towards beginners though-but look a wee spin thrown in there and it didn't topple. Sorry if anyone knows or is this girl but she just can't move at all, maybe the dvd is more fitness oriented?
http://www.sweetlusthk.com/mysexypole.php
I would love to hear from anyone who has seen this pole in action, have been saving for a x-pole but i'm notoriously cheap.
sassysummer
09-18-2007, 04:16 PM
looks like theres a new pole on the block.
Was having a search through ebay and saw a "My Sexy Little Pole" for the equivelant of $120. My first thought was it was the peekaboo pole in different packaging, but it does seem intriguing.
The accompanying video seems to show they are marketing it more towards beginners though-but look a wee spin thrown in there and it didn't topple. Sorry if anyone knows or is this girl but she just can't move at all, maybe the dvd is more fitness oriented?
http://www.sweetlusthk.com/mysexypole.php
I would love to hear from anyone who has seen this pole in action, have been saving for a x-pole but i'm notoriously cheap.
they have been trying to get me to sell theirs. but not willing to send me one so i can try it out first. I won't sell a pole that I haven't used before. If I remember correctly they are made in China, mass produced, I'm not so sure I can trust it just yet.
pinkpvc
09-18-2007, 11:56 PM
was it that company sweetlusthk that was contacting you? I was looking for poles to sell on my website and thought i would try out one myself before selling them. If it comes to it i will just buy one of ebay,see if its shite and sell it on if need be.
Thats kind of mince that they won't even send a sample :S looks like they don't have much confidence in the product.
pookie
09-19-2007, 05:14 AM
It looks like the pole is like a peekaboo but just a little bit more stable. I would not want to get an instructional pole dance dvd from her coz she sucks at dancing, lol
sassysummer
09-19-2007, 05:22 PM
yea, it looks like something in between a peekaboo and lil mynx...
i don't like how it puts together like a peekaboo
Minette
09-22-2007, 09:32 PM
Would someone with the new PS multipiece with the plastic top and base mind taking some pictures of the plastic pieces and posting them? Perhaps with at least one close up? And perhaps one of the bottom part that's not painted? I would really like to see them. Thanks in advance!
alenadowns
09-23-2007, 11:15 AM
I have the new PS now....not that bad at all...just dont look the same!
Tested by me and my 210 lb husband!! not one problem!
They actually weigh less...which reduces shipping costs..on my end anyway!
There are 2 spots on the bottom of the plates that is not painted...it needs to be held while the paint is applied.
The paint DOES NOT scrap off..nor can it be scratched with a knife!! Tried it!
Bottom base has been chucked out the window to land on the pavement...no damage..The dog tried to bite it...no damage.
I have also sold 9 of them in the last week....no problems from any my customers!