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Titanium Gold vs. Brass Xpole
I'm trying to decide between the titanium gold or brass x-pole. I know this is a somewhat subjective question, but I want to know what people would recommend. I love the brass poles I've danced on at work and in studios etc, but I don't know if the removeable xpole will be as sturdy since it's a softer metal. I also haven't been able to find many reviews of the brass xpole, which makes me a little nervous. My biggest problem when it comes to grip is that I have very dry skin. I''m very conscentious about moisturizing daily but my skin still can be so dry at times that it feels almost powdery and makes gripping the pole difficult. I used grip aids that are helpful, but in terms of pole finishes, which do you guys think would be better? I would also definitely love to hear from people who own or have tried the brass xpole.
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I have very dry skin and I actually find stainless to be the best for me personally… have you ever tried it? I have never used TG. I'm not really a brass fan, it's too grabby and it seems to "sweat" almost?? I'm not really answering your question here lol but as a dry skinned person I just thought I'd throw it out there lol.
Also corn husker's lotion is AMAZING for grip if you have very dry skin!! It's like magic, seriously.
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I have a TG x-pert at home – have only ever used stainless steel and powder coated but I am absolutely loving my TG.
It's just grippy enough and I never feel like i am sliding off it!
Never tried brass though ….
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I have a brass x-pole and I do like it. And yes, it is sturdy. As far as grippiness goes, all brass is different depending on brand since brass is an alloy. I've danced on several different brands of brass poles and all the of them had a different feel. As far as which brand to go with, ask what brand your work and studio use, most companies now make removeable poles for home use. That way you know what "feel" of brass to expect when you get your pole.
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I find brass to be significantly grabbier than TG, but my skin is no longer dry. I had grip trouble on brass with dry skin. If you have not had overgrip issues with brass, and if you like it, then go with what you know. TG can be grippy, but it still has give to it, so you don't get stuck with skin pulling, which can happen with brass.
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Climate also seems to play a bigpart. I live in phoenix with dry hot climate and very dry hands. The rest of me is normal. But I can’t stick to chrome here with any part of my body. If I try to cross knee release, I pretty much fall on my head. Brass works really well for me for me climate. I agree with another user’s suggestion to ask the studio what they use. Seems like your safest bet.
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I definitely agree it makes most sense to see what kind they use at work. Unfortunately, i found out that the pole is just a very long copper tube slipped over a steel pipe and bolted to the floor and ceiling. There’s no official maker per se. Despite mixed reviews on the internet, i’ve had good luck with xpole and was going to try their brass xpert. If i hate it, do you think it might be possible to swap it for a TG? I’ve heard they have very good customer service but then again, they’re official policy is that all sales are final unless unopened.
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I do not think they would exchange a used pole. Copper should feel similar to brass as brass is an alloy of copper and zinc.
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You can get one, then if you do not like it, buy the a and b poles for the other material.
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This is a bit off topic but I was wondering, does anyone know if the gold plating on the TG poles ever come off? Kind of like with plated jewellry, how the colour fades over time …so I was wondering since I'm debating on getting a TG as well.
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First, it is not plated, it is anodized. Totally different concept. Second, yes, there have been instances where it has worn off. Some people it happens to, some it does not. Veena has had hers for several years and has had no issue. I think the first ones that came out had more issues and XPole has since changed their process.
The pole is ALL titanium so the grip will remain the smae whether the color is there or not. Plating involves putting a thin layer of one metal over a base of another metal. Anodizing involves passing an electrical current through a metal to change its oxidative state so that it reflects a different color. The color is still the same metal.
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Another question: anyone know if the free shipping offer on x-poles available through StudioVeena will be extended to include brass anytime soon? (currently the only options are chrome and TG).
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At the bottom of the page is a "Contact Me" hotlink. That is the fastest way to get an answer about shipping. Webby and Veen get that message before retty much any others. Or you can go to their pages here on SV and send them an email.
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Thanks for the very detailed answer, I learned something new. =]
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I would like to send out a HUGE thank you to Webmaster Christopher who helped me purchase my new brass X-pole! He was very friendly and always responded promptly to my emails. A big thank you to Studio Veena for the free shipping discount, which was hugely appreciated. I am absolutely in love with my new brass baby; I can't stay off it! It's absolutely perfect for me and I am happy with my decision to go with the brass instead of TG. It has the super-grippy feel that I love, while still allowing me to do spins. My body chemistry just seems to love brass over any other finish. I highly recommend giving it a try. There seem to be some slight manufacturing changes since I purchased my old chrome x-pole about 4 years ago. I am very pleased with the changes and the brass pole is very sturdy, elegant, and incredibly well-made.
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Ive used both. If you sweat or live in a humid area go the brass. If your skin is more dry then go the TG.
I love them both you cant really go wrong. I use brass but i need on my legs because thats where my skin is dry. Another thing to consider is that brass can make your hands smell a bit funny from the metal. Hope this helps! X
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Hi, I’m also wondering which one to get and I’d like to know your opinion !
I’ve only tried chrome but I’m not convinced at all so I’m also hesitating between brass or Tgold.
I live in Paris, I guess the air here is a little dry, especially in my room, but I don’t know if it’s the same in summer. And concerning my body condition, I do sweat really really fast, because of the stress of new moves or simply and mostly because of the exercise and the heat. I’ve heard brass would be a better choice for me and the sweat issue but is it really worth the price ? I’m kind of a beginner/intermediate, I’m pretty sure I will continue this sport for a long time but I don’t know if I should add about 100$ for a brass pole.
Thank you for your future answers and sorry if I made few mistakes, my English is not perfect yet. -
Hi Juliet. Unfortunately I have still not had the opportunity to try a Titanium Gold pole so i have no way of knowing if I might like it better, but i ended up getting the brass Xpole and I love it. It’s infinitely better than the chrome pole I used to have, at least for me personally. I have dry skin but also tend to sweat really easily once i get going. I found that the brass gave me good grip in both conditions. I will say that at times it verges on almost too grippy, but i tend to do more static moves rather than drops or spins so it hasn’t really been a problem for me. Also, you definitely need to be more vigilant about keeping the brass pole clean and polished compared to a chrome pole. Overall I’m very happy that I decided to go with the brass pole and it suits my needs and body chemistry well. But everyone is different so it’s hard to predict if it will be good for you too. If you haven’t had a chance to try a brass pole and don’t have access to one, I would suggest at least going to a hardware store that sells copper piping and handling it to see if you like how it feels. (i know it sounds weird, but it will give you an idea of the grip/ texture). Hope this helps and good luck with your search!
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I have very dry skin, live in a dry climate, and (right now) it’s very cold. I got the titanium gold x-pole and was pleasantly surprised with how much grip I had on it. I have never tried brass but I am very happy with the TG. It looks beautiful as well 🙂
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The new x-pole brass is wonderful!
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Edit: Oops! That was supposed to say brass piping (obviously). Many hardware stores sell brass tubing for plumbing/ framing purposes. Keep in mind that the brass Xpole has a polished finish, but it always helps to have an approximate real-life reference.
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it’s hard to say how you will react to either. For me, I can sweat more on brass and still stick than I can on TG. I feel like TG is more solid, so it doesn’t work with sweat as well as brass does. It’s grip all other times is good. It’s never been too grippy for me, while brass has been.
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Thank you all for your great answers, I think I will make this little effort on the price and get the brass pole ! I’ll tell you my opinion as soon as it arrives !
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Hello, pole lovers. I am new on Veena’s, i have a quick question since i found this topic which pole to chose between Brass and TG. I intend to order two brass and two TG since everybody says opinion and experiences about it .and it feels different on every skin and of course the skin chemistry is important. Would i make a mistake by getting two brass and two TG just in case if TG isnt as good or in that case the brass doesnt feel right orrrrrrrr to go straight with one of them and buy 4 of it?
Thank you in advance,
P.S Pls. write me on crazy_mami@abv.bg just in case i don’t get to see if any replies.
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Why do you need 4 poles? If it’s for a studio it might be nice to have a variety! So 2 brass and two TG would be a good option! 😊
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Thank you Veena for your answer. Yes maám they are for a studid and i’ve been reading careflly this post one by one and some other posts on your blog and i came to conclussion that it might be just right if i dont bumb my head on the wall and just go straight and order two Brass and two TG. Acording to your answer it encouraged me more now so i will go ahead and mix it up. If you have other advices please let me know , beacuse i am new in opening this studio and i would love to get the right advices from the right people. Thank you!!
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