A member shared a solution for sweaty hands: wiping the pole with a 50/50 mix of white distilled vinegar and water. They found this worked better than other products like Dry Hands and alcohol.
What the replies say: Many members were eager to try the vinegar method, with some already testing it and reporting positive results. There was discussion about whether to use distilled white vinegar specifically, and some concern about the smell, but many felt the improved grip was worth it.
AI-generated, may be imprecise · updated 9/9/2026
