I've been interested in buying a pole for years and now I'm finally ready to get one, but unfortunately I'm torn between all the different options that are available now. For the past few weeks I've been researching and trying to find what would be best for me. I'm somewhat locked on the Stainless Steel 45mm Xpert, but I cannot buy it unless I have a 2nd and 3rd opinion. Unfortunately, there aren't that many positive reviews about SS poles. I'm interested in this finish because, supposedly, it cannot rust. I've heard that over time the other poles begin to rust, chip, or fade. Also, that once SS poles are worn in they begin to stick just as well as TG and brass poles. And if that doesn't work then vinegar, vodka and/or sandpaper could do the trick. Is this true, and has anyone experienced this?
To help make my decision a little easier, I'm going to visit some local studios and try out their poles, so I can get a feel of the different sizes and finishes. Even though they're not the ones I'm interested in, I'm sure it'll help me out, especially since the last time I was on a pole was in 2010 at Odyssey 2k1!This is a stretch, but does anyone know which type of poles they use at that club? And since I'm still a newb, is a 40mm too small for me? I'm 5'4", 120lbs and the distance from my wrist to my middle finger is 6.5in.
Also, I watched the X-pert installation videos and I don't know if it's because I have a short attention span, but I could not focus on that video for the life of me. It seems like there's a lot of steps and that it's really troublesome, especially since I'll be removing my pole after every use. Should I go out of my way to try and find an original X-Pole? Are the poles from Platinum Stages easier to install? Sorry for all the questions, but any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.![]()



This is a stretch, but does anyone know which type of poles they use at that club? And since I'm still a newb, is a 40mm too small for me? I'm 5'4", 120lbs and the distance from my wrist to my middle finger is 6.5in.
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I guess I'll get that. I wish I made poll about poles...I think I might do that. Btw, I've seen some some poles, like Dirdy Birdy's, that appear to have two different finishes. Like half brass or half chrome, steel, etc. Or is it just the paint job?

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