Itac2 - levels??

polefairy started this discussion · 1/19/2011

I have searched through the forum for info on this product. From what I've read this one seems to be the grip aid with the most positive things said about it. I have extremely sweaty hands, like I literally need to wipe my hands after each move. This is no exaggeration at all, it probably sounds crazy but I can rarely do 2/3 moves in a row without being super slippy. The reason I wanted to get some itac2 is because I've noticed recently that some moves I was finding difficult were actually due to grip issues rather than the strength issues I thought it was. My question is, on the itac2 website it says there are levels 1-4 and that pole dancing is level 2. Because my hands are so sweaty, should I try a higher level? Any info would be greatly appreciated Thanks 🙂

36 replies

amy · 1/19/2011
i've tried all the levels of itac and they didn't work for my body chemistry. if you have very sweaty hands, i would strongly suggest trying tite grip 2 hrs before poling-- it's actually an antipersperant and i've had extremely good results with it, as have many on the forum. good luck!
chemgoddess1 · 1/19/2011
itac does not work well for me either (at least level 2). I have recently seen a product called ghost grip but have been unable to get their website to come up.
horsecrazy12987 · 1/19/2011
I believe I remember reading in a past thread that if you contact Itac2, Peter (I believe that's his name, anyway,) is really good about sending samples if you're not sure which level to try. Doesn't hurt, anyway. I have the level 4 because they had a video on their site of a pole dancer doing some tricks in between being interviewed, and she said she used level 4 and could still spin and everything. Frankly, I don't know how she did that unless she was on a spinning pole--I cannot spin at all wearing the level 4 because I stick so much, even when I put a teeny, teeny amount on. While it does work in that my hands are much drier, I find that it comes off on the pole and leaves some pretty nasty residue on it that causes my hands and legs to catch when I slide down, which doesn't make for a graceful dismount. Also, it wears off pretty quickly, which is the problem I have with all grip aids. The thing is, no matter how good the product is, everyone is different and what works for someone else may not work for you, so it's pretty much just trial and error until you find something that jibes with your body chemistry. I know quite a few professional polers (Karol Helms, for instance,) love itac2. I'm going to be trying the Tite Grip next, actually, since I've heard a lot of good things about it. I am very sweaty as well and have had a lot of trouble trying to learn combos because I can't grab the pole and do aerial inverts because my hands just keep slipping and sliding. You might want to give the Tite Grip a shot too.
Peter · 1/19/2011
Hi everyone. It's Peter from iTac2. We are more than happy to send out free samples. The best way to request is via our website www.poledancegrip.com. X-Pole is now the exclusive distributor for iTac2 in North America. As a couple of you have mentioned, the success of a grip aid is highly personal and dependant on body chemistry, weather, perhaps even the type of pole you use. The reason we have 4 levels is to try and satisfy each persons different needs. As a general guide we recommend the following: Level 4 • Maximum grip • Tricks & new moves • Best for very sweaty hands Level 3 • Medium grip • Great for sweaty hands Level 2 • Low-Medium grip • Secure climbs and holds • Move, spin & slide Level 1 • Low grip • Better for spins • Great for dry hands We have heard from many pole dancers that it works very well on the body. iTac2 is also an organic product made from beeswax. Thanks again for all your feedback, Happy poling everyone Peter
verucablue · 1/20/2011
Peter...love the level 4 by the way - thanks!
jooser · 1/20/2011
I'm super duper sweaty handed, so I tried the Level 4. It was soooo good... until it gave way in the middle of a v invert and I went plummeting towards the wooden floor. Not sure if it is just my body chemistry, but the iTac just seems to all of a sudden give way and goes super greasy...
EvaRut · 1/20/2011
I cant live without my itac after I first tried it :P I use level 2 and 4. If I have a hard time getting warmed up wich happens sometimes I like to use level 4. I put it on after warming up. It seems to work better that way. And wait one minute after putting it on before going on the pole helps to like stated on the packages :)
nymphdancer · 1/20/2011
I love the ITac 2 karol saved my butt by letting me borrow some in Jamaica. I have also tried the level 4 (thanks for the sample peter) and it is great for GRIP. however I couldn't spin with it on to save my life. But I do use it for trying new inverts where I just plain want my hands to not move at all. Because those puppies aren't going anywhere until I pry them off the pole. Great for doing ab crunches on the pole too. But I rarely sweat on the pole, My skin is Extremely dry.
Evie Bloom · 1/20/2011
I bought some Itac2 very recently and have not gotten the hang of it yet, I did get a free sample of level 4. will give that a go next and see. I think my main problem is moisturiser sweating back out of my hands, I can't stop using it though because I have rubbish skin (eczema)
Madfelice · 1/20/2011
I generally have very good grip(seriously, my instructor doesn't even need to look if we are supposed to be sliding down and she hears that lovely screeching sound of hands gripping too tight she calls me out when she is on the other side of the room not looking at me, lol!). However the studio has no air conditioning and only 3 fans between 2 pole rooms and since there is also no insulation and such because it is a corrugated iron warehouse it gets pretty hot and sweaty in there in warmer weather. I have found Itac2 level 3 works best for me in that situation. I will still tend to get some sticking on occasion, but I really like the level 3 when sweaty. If I find myself getting a little slippy on top of that I will apply a little Mighty grip which is my grip of choice when I am not sweaty.
SissyBuns · 1/20/2011
I'm level 2 here! LOL I sell iTac on my website and whenever people have questions I always tell them to try a sample of the different levels and see which one works best for you. Me and RoxyPink did a full trial of all 4 levels. She's a lvl 3 gal, but that lvl was too grippy for me and lvl 1 actually made me slipperier (I just made that word up). Since we all have different body chemistry, things will work differently for all of us.
StellarMotion · 1/21/2011
Hi Fairy, I'm fond of the Itac2 also. I prefer using the level 1, mainly because I like to be free to do static spins, drops or controlled slides of various kinds. Usually I have drier skin so the level 1 works fine in my case, but if I'm getting sweaty palms because of room conditions or extreme nervousness I still use level 1 on my thighs, but some level 3 or 4 on my hands. I learned from Charley that for polers with extremely sweaty palms, like Amy already said, using tite grip well in advance of poling can be helpful, and then putting on whichever grip aid you prefer over the Tite Grip immediately before performing can be very helpful (since Tite grip is only an anti-perspirant and provides no tack at all). As a precaution, Itac2 is best used very sparingly. A tiny bit provides great grip but too much can actually be slippery. I usually just rub a small amount of it together in my palms and then apply any excess to my thighs, underarms, and other points of contact before performing. Experimentation is the best way to find the grip aid solution best suited to you!
Ekinkah · 1/21/2011
I am trying to secure a sample from the iTac website (as I have no idea what level is best for me!) but each time I try via this link http://www.poledancegrip.com/contact.php , it comes up with an error with the php values and doesn't send through! Is anyone else having this issue? Peter, are you able to help, or is there another way to order iTac samples?
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Peter · 1/21/2011
@Ekinkah - Thanks so much for letting me know. I just forwarded your note to our web guys so hopefully they will have the issue sorted soon. I tested the system this morning and it worked for me so I'm very confused. I see that you are in Brisbane (our head office is on the Gold Coast) Send me an email with your full address to [email protected] and I'll get them to send a sample out to you. As Stella Motion mentioned, you only need to use a tiny bit of iTac2. Often people put too much on so please experiment a few times if it doesn't work the first time. Cheers
Kandipole · 1/21/2011
Hi there! I also just tried to get a free sample and was getting the error message as well. Ill try again tomorrow maybe.🙂
SissyBuns · 1/21/2011
I can get in contact with Peter for you guys. I'll email him now about your samples :-)
Ekinkah · 1/21/2011
Hey Peter, I think the issue is browser related. Just now I was able to successfully send through a request for iTac2 samples using Internet explorer - a second attempt in Mozilla Firefox showed the error message again. This would be useful info to pass on the techs =) Ladies, try using Internet Explorer to request a sample! If you were using a browser other than the ones mentioned above, let Peter know so he can pass the info along to their techs if need be! I'm excited =D Hopefully a powerful new grip will help me with those funny upside down moves everyone loves so much!
PennyGirl · 1/21/2011
yes I think it is the browser, I just did the same thing and after filling out the request I got a big bupkis three times in a row...some error or something with PHP whatever that is. is there another way to request the samples?
Ekinkah · 1/21/2011
Hey PennyGirl, Read my above post - did you try it in Internet Explorer as well?
Peter · 1/21/2011
Thanks Ekinkah, appreciate your help. BTW I received your request and will get some samples out to you next week. Have a great weekend everyone, I'm off to LA 1st thing tomorrow morning for "Pole Show LA" where iTac2 is the exclusive grip sponsor - should be a fantastic event.
polefairy · 1/22/2011
Wow loads of replies, thank you all so much for posting your suggestions. I think I will email for a free sample too, it's so cool that they do that!
Peter · 1/25/2011
We have fixed the issue with our contact form (hopefully). If anyone experienes any further problems can you please let me know. Cheers, Peter [email protected]
Veena · 1/25/2011
Your awesome Peter! 🌸
polefairy · 1/25/2011
Thank you Peter, I got your email and I cannot wait to try it out. Thanks for you help and you input here :))
ErinMarieOMG · 1/25/2011
Use level 2. I've noticed no difference between 2 and 4, and quite frankly, preferred level 2. Use it every day.

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