(Aerial hoop) What kind of string is used to hang it?

Polefit Korea started this discussion · 9/13/2013

I'm planning to buy an aerial hoop. And I've also found a long a helpful thread on aerial hoop on this site. But I couldn't find an info about the string(or chain? ). I understand that the hoop doesn't come with the equipment that will be need for installation so... Please let me know what(the stringy thing to hang the hoop on the ceiling) do buy for installing it. With love.

17 replies

PersianXcursian · 9/13/2013
If you are ordering online, email the website and ask how much it would be. Most companies do sell that rope, they just don't always advertise it. I believe trapezerigging.com was willing to sell me just a rope and shackles.
Koidragon · 9/13/2013
Please please research this properly before going ahead and getting yourself a hoop - you need to have the right 'graded' rigging, as well as carabinas (always use a spinning carabina especially if you are rigging from a high point) and the understanding on how to properly rig the set up. There are a lot of rigging options out there that are not graded properly, and you need to make sure you know how to identify any stresses in the fabric of the rigging (never use metal chain) so you can replace parts as they wear out (for example, if you drop a carabina, when to know if it is no longer safe to use). I personally have seen what happens when the rigging fails - and it was user error in this case. Also, you need to work out what you will be hanging it from - will you be rigging double point or single, will it be for doubles etc. Here is just one example of lots of information. http://community.simplycircus.com/tutorials/aerial/aerial_arts_faq.htm Lyra is absolutely wonderful, but there is a reason why it isn't as common place in homes as say pole is. :) :)
Pulse Fitness · 9/14/2013
Are you planning on using a double or single point hoop? That changes it a little bit. I placed an eyebolt in the ceiling, carabiner with swivel, chain from there (although you do not need one) carabiner into shackle that is attached to the hoop. If you find a good arborist they can assist you with finding gear that is rated for life support
Pulse Fitness · 9/14/2013
Are you planning on using a double or single point hoop? That changes it a little bit. I placed an eyebolt in the ceiling, carabiner with swivel, chain from there (although you do not need one) carabiner into shackle that is attached to the hoop. If you find a good arborist they can assist you with finding gear that is rated for life support
Polefit Korea · 9/15/2013
Planning on the double tab. The fact that even the seller of the hoop(importer) in this country are not well aware of the proper installation method kinda frustrates me. Thank you for the replies. I'll look into it more.
valerie98 · 9/16/2013
I hang mine with a chain. It's rated for 5,500 lbs. Super heavy duty.
valerie98 · 9/16/2013
I hang mine with a chain. It's rated for 5,500 lbs. Super heavy duty.
verucablue · 10/21/2013
one of my go to places for rigging... http://www.versalestore.com/c403/Aerialist-Rigging.htm?CFID=61322111&CFTOKEN=65304292
wildredhead24 · 10/21/2013
First and foremost - always use steel caribiners - never aluminum. I have a double point hoop and hang with steel cables covered in rope (for comfort when gripping) - connected to a swivel - then a caribiner. I have seen many people use span sets - which are soft and strong. The simplycircus link koidragon posted is an excellent resource.
quancutie23 · 10/22/2013
I want a hoop sm and fabric in my 7ft apt but how do you even install it. My trapeze class is no help. The pole world is way more organized than the trapeze world
Kobajo84 · 10/22/2013
Any type of aerial rigging needs to be installed by a certified professional rigging specialist. Google search specialists in your area for indoor rigging. If you are wanting to rig outdoors from a tree, it is highly advisable to have a certified arborist assess the tree and help you with yor rigging needs. Rigging is a complex and requires specialized professionals to assure the highest degress of safety. There needs to be more emphasis in the community on rigging safety as these activities become more prevalent. I can't stress enough the importance of doing things properly from the start. The risks are too high not to.
Koidragon · 10/22/2013
Completely agreed - you need to get proper, professional rigging done. It isn't that the pole community is more organised necessarily, but a pole has a contact point both on the top and the bottom, and has a completely different type of spin to it and isn't affected by the same momentum and stress point issues. Anything that hangs freely (hoop, silks, trapeze etc) has a multitude of factors that need to be taken into account for safety.
verucablue · 10/22/2013
Mine are hung with a span set, carabiner, swivel, carabiner set up.
verucablue · 10/22/2013
For reference on the difference with the needs for aerial rigging the rigging in our ceiling at my studio is the following. We opened up the ceilings and found we have 12 inch redwood beams - I forget the spacing but they were closer than needed. We had steel plates built and each plate has 4 holes in them and a space for the steel bar that comprises our rigging point - each beam has a plate on both sides of the beam and they are bolted together - the steel bar then goes through them roughly the whole span of the room. Then we had panels made around them to close the ceiling back up again - they are removable so we can check the rigging/beams out easily. There is a floor above us so we had to cover the ceiling back up for fire rating and it just looks cleaner as well - the only thing you see in the ceiling is the metal pipe running down the room. This allows is to hang multiple apparatuses from the bar via span sets. We have two set ups like this in the room. Most importantly it is a very strong structure - all steel and very expensive to have made but extremely safe. We had 4 different rigging companies bid out the job. The nice thing is we are rated for roughly 400 pounds every 5 feet :) if anyone is looking fir riggers in the LA area let me know :)
verucablue · 10/22/2013
For reference on the difference with the needs for aerial rigging the rigging in our ceiling at my studio is the following. We opened up the ceilings and found we have 12 inch redwood beams - I forget the spacing but they were closer than needed. We had steel plates built and each plate has 4 holes in them and a space for the steel bar that comprises our rigging point - each beam has a plate on both sides of the beam and they are bolted together - the steel bar then goes through them roughly the whole span of the room. Then we had panels made around them to close the ceiling back up again - they are removable so we can check the rigging/beams out easily. There is a floor above us so we had to cover the ceiling back up for fire rating and it just looks cleaner as well - the only thing you see in the ceiling is the metal pipe running down the room. This allows is to hang multiple apparatuses from the bar via span sets. We have two set ups like this in the room. Most importantly it is a very strong structure - all steel and very expensive to have made but extremely safe. We had 4 different rigging companies bid out the job. The nice thing is we are rated for roughly 400 pounds every 5 feet :) if anyone is looking fir riggers in the LA area let me know :)
verucablue · 10/22/2013
Ugh double post lol
Keiloces · 10/26/2013
Normally span sets are great and very strong. Aerial Empowerment is having a sale on hoops as low as $265 and free shipping http://www.aerialempowerment.com/aerial-store.html