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Any ideas on where to buy a reasonably priced crash mat or some type of alternative? Also, what should I look for in a mat? I am almost certain I can't just walk into a local store and find something. I am a beginner and know there is a huge possibility of falling. I don't have my pole yet but am hoping to get it this week. Thanks
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Cheap alternatives: couch cushions, baby mattresses, large pillows, foam tiles. I hate that crash mats are so expensive and so crap-ily made. Every one that I have ever seen had started ripping at the seams almost immediately. If you are worried about shifting pillows you can buy some velcro and attach the pillows together.
Thank you for the quick response and the ideas for alternatives.
On the crib mattresses...if you get the ones that are for toddlers too then one side is all plastic so easy to clean the sweat/product/etc :) I dunno if all crib mattresses come with two sides but it's been handy
You can also cover cushions and pillows with a big heavy duvet or quilt. Sofa cushions covered with yoga mats and quilts and blankets etc can be good too
Thank all of you for your ideas and suggestions.
This might be a stupid idea, but what about buying a mattress topper (they come in different thicknesses) and cutting it halfway through so that it can be slipped in around the pole? You can get a 5" thick, full sized one for $119 on Amazon.
Might not be ideal for those with limited space...but for those people who have the space?
while anything is better than nothing I think mattress toppers have too much give and will not protect you from harder/higher falls. you can also go to Joann Fabrics (or similar craft/sewing store) and get the 4/5" foam they sell for making cushions and cover that. We just purchased the Pole-O-Mat (through Mighty Grip) and I am VERY happy with the construction. It's only 5' diameter which for me is fine when spotting someone but for someone practicing alone I'd advise at least 6'
Sounds like a good idea to me. I would have think about the space issue - I live in a small apartment but, if I cut it into fourths, I could attach with Velcro and it allow for easier storage.
Thank-you Mary Ellyn. Support is very important to me. I will check out Pole-O-Mat.
AniaPL ·
I bought one of this mats it is perfect and You also can buy it even if You are not living in Poland. The best size is 10 cm x 120 cm http://www.materace-sportowe.pl/produkty.php?id_nadrzednej=0&&id_kategorii=23&&id_produktu=455
We are still offering a 10% discount for StudioVeena members on most items including mats. Just use the coupon code Veena01 when checking out. Joel
I purchased the Pole-O-Mat from the Canadian Amazon.ca site. Pink 2" round. It works great for my 50mm x-pole. I only have 8" ceiling so 2" crash is perfect. That was the only one they had in Canada. There are a lot available on the USA Amazon.com site. Copy and paste link below http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_0_16/176-2379190-1271832?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=pole+dancing+mat&sprefix=pole+dancing+mat%2Caps%2C325 or just search "dance pole mats all departments" Hope that helps, :-)
+1 on the crib mattresses. I just bought a couple and they are working out well for me.
Did you buy foam and I am assuming you bought 2. Did you attach them to each other or do you have them on each side of the pole? Forgive me if my question sounds stupid.
I put them on either side of the pole and they don't move much but I do plan to get some foam and Velcro to make a connection fill in the gaps.
@tblue But are the crib mattresses foam or spring mattresses?
Oh. They are spring with a layer of padding.
I was planning to look at foam. Do you think the foam would work or would you do think the spring would be better? Also, did you get firm?
I think foam would work. Most crash mats are foam, you just have to be careful of the type/density you get. Some foams compress or degrade over time.
I also looked into buying foam. I found one that would hold up but then I still needed to get fabric to cover it and do the associated sewing and stuff. The crib mattresses saved time and money without sacrificing structure.
I forgot to mention I got the mattresses from Wal-Mart for $39 each.
You can't beat that price. I will definitely look into it. What type of padding or was the padding on the mattress?
I don't remember off the top of my head. I'll check when I get home.
Buying your own foam and creating a mat is not safe. Do you know if the foam is closed or open cell? What level of impact is it rated for--what weight at what height?
