xstage

jleigh started this discussion · 12/31/2009

So as some of you know my pole is in my garage which makes it impossible to pole during the winter since its freezing. I have no rooms in my house with flat ceilings. I was thinking about getting an xstage but had some questions for those that have used one before: 1) how easy and quickly can you assemble and take it apart? I will have to take it down every second weekend while my stepdaughter is visiting? 2) I originally starting poling on a 50mm xpole then traded it in for my current 45mm TG pole. I believe the xstage is 50mm chrome. I really find doing inverts on the 45mm much more stable so not sure about going back to a 50mm 3) Any drawbacks, cons, dislikes that anyone has with the xstage after having and using one for a while. I know floor work will be out of the question.

11 replies

Kittyclimber · 1/1/2010
1) About 10 minutes up and down once you've done it a few times. 2) I have a 50mm and 45mm poles along with the stage. I like beging able to do all trix on both sizes of poles 3) There is still room for floor work, more then if you were to have a square stage. And you can "play with" getting on and off the stage too. I say go for it, then you can bring it anywhere, including outside in the summer. I love my stage.
crownglass39 · 1/2/2010
I would make sure you have the clearance for the X Stage. With everything assembled, the pole will go up to almost 12 feet. Of course you can cut the pole down but who wants to do that?
jleigh · 1/2/2010
Thanks for the info. My great room is about 28 feet tall so I'll have alot of room 🙂 I really think I'm going to get one. I just need to convince hubby now cause its so expensive.
Gsylass · 1/2/2010
I have an x-stage too. It's awesome having the extra height, and it looks more wobbly than it feels when you're up at the top. It took me less than 10 minutes to take down first time, although putting it up obviously took a bit longer than it has done since! It now lives in the pole barn chez Azzwoo for the time being, and it was a little sticky taking it apart after it had been up for a few months, I don't suppose it's designed for semi-permanent erection. It's also really heavy, I'd say that's the biggest downer (once you've got past the price). There are two bags each with half the stage top pieces, one for the pole halves, and a trolley case for the stage frame. But you can take it anywhere, as long as the ceiling isn't too low, even outside because you can adjust the feet for uneven surfaces. Hope that helps... Happy poling!
SpookyPoler · 1/2/2010
I love the stages as well. Mine were purchased for my studio and are used for parties and rentals so they get used a lot, but are holding up well and have never tipped or felt unstable. I've got it down to about a 5 minute setup now, and even though they are heavy they are still much easier to move around and store than the other stage options. The only problems I've had with the stages are that the cases/zippers break easily (not a problem if you aren't moving them frequently), a few of the spring loaded clips that hold the floor panels in place have broken but the panels still feel secure, and every once in a while in static mode the poles loosen and start spinning and need to be re-tightened. Despite those minor issues I still think they are hands down the best stages and are certainly a worthwhile investment if you need a stage option for your location.
Audball · 1/3/2010
I'm considering getting an xstage as my ceiling seems to be unsuitable for an xpole. however, i haven't got really high ceilings, so i'd have to have it cut down (do xpole do this in advance?) With the pole being cut down, and the height that the podium takes up, it seems like i wouldn't have much space to work with. I don't really want an xstage, but it seems like my last resort because of my stupid joistless plasterboard ceilings!
Bex · 1/3/2010
I'm considering getting an xstage as my ceiling seems to be unsuitable for an xpole. however, i haven't got really high ceilings, so i'd have to have it cut down (do xpole do this in advance?) With the pole being cut down, and the height that the podium takes up, it seems like i wouldn't have much space to work with. I don't really want an xstage, but it seems like my last resort because of my stupid joistless plasterboard ceilings! Platinum Stages is coming out with the Extreme Stand Alone pole.... supposed to have first shipments out the end of this month. I'm waiting for reviews on it. But it could be a solution for you since you wouldn't lose any height with a stage. The pole is only 8', but PS says you can extend it 2' and it's still stable.
Former member · 1/3/2010
the owner of the troupe i was in had an xstage that she used for performances and stuff- it took about 10 minutes to set up and take down. i was on it and there was a lot of room to use, the only thing i didnt like was the material that they used for the floor of the stage....i thought it was too slippery but then again i had been sweaty so who knows....
Kittyclimber · 1/4/2010
I posted earlier on this thread, but to answer the question about x pole cutting the pole down.... They don't do this, or didn't a year ago when I got mine. I bought 2 extra top pieces since I travel a lot with mine for pole exhibitions. I had my boyfriend cut them down to make the pole at an 8' overall height, 9' overall height, and the 10' overall that it comes standard as. If a person had the tools (not exactly sure what) you can cut them yourself. I've also heard you could bring it to some places, think mechanic or metal shop places, that could cut it for you. I haven't had anything break on mine, but I do agree that the zippers should be a heavier grade. Also the material for the suitcases has worn through and I plan on getting all the corners reinforced in a purple at some point. The base can be slick until you get used to it. I buy really cheap black sandpaper-like things that attach to the bottom of my pleaser boots when using the stage. My pleaser shoes, though, are grippy enough for it. I don't have any problems being barefoot on it with slipping.
SpookyPoler · 1/4/2010
Just wanted to note for those who may need to cut the pole down, it's really simple to do on your own. I bought a $15 Dremel type tool and used one of the supplied attachments to cut it down. You just use the small wrench supplied with the pole to take the top cap off, measure down to where you want to cut and wrap the pole with tape, then just saw through it and pop the cap back on. I had my husband do the first one, but it was easy enough that I cut the other 3 extensions down myself.
Audball · 1/5/2010
Do platinum stages have a UK supplier? As the stand alone pole looks good