Pretty Pixie
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I just bought a Mika set, a basic shorts and top, and it was a bit pricy, but I’m really impressed with the quality and how fast and inexpensive the shipping is. I ordered it and within 2 hours I received an email telling me it had shipped out…what! Never had device like that before. Bad Kitty is cheaper, but they never have any colors in the styles I want and no wait list to get on. So you gotta check every day. Ugh. Now, most of my “pole” outfits are from target. I buy any cute sports bra and black boyshort panties and they’ve served me well, look fine, are comfy, and super affordable. 🙂
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Orlando is beautiful and tons of fun! I’d happily host a pole jam any time anyone visits. 🙂 my timezone is eastern – gmt-4:00.
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Haha! Great idea, Allyson! I wish I was in NJ so we could get mani/pedis and talk pole! I bet one of those girls will fall in love, just like we did. Fingers crossed for you! 😉
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LOL! That post is weird.
Well, Kristina, I know exactly what you’re talking about because I’ve been feeling that way too. I was just talking to my hubby about how I wonder if I have to go to a studio to progress like what I see here and on yt of other polers. I was feeling so behind and somewhat lost as to what to work on. But then he, and my research on the internet, told me I am progressing fine, I am learning everyday, and I shouldn’t feel like I need to BE anywhere because poling is a journey. And I really get that. It’s the fun of learning and practicing that is the real reward. If I only cared about the end result, well, that would be sad because that would mean, the end. I dont want to ever get to that point. Annnnnd, I went off track. But I totally get what you’re saying. I would LOVE to have pole friends that could come by and we could pole, talk pole, and watch pole vids, etc. My husband is so bored of it by now. I know that if I go to a studio, that is more of a possibility, but I just can’t afford that at this moment in time. Maybe one day. But for now, I’m a SV’er through and through.
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@chem– Oh, then I definitely should think about other options. Thank you!
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I don’t, but I am positive someone here will be able to point you in the right direction. I’m thinking my next pole will be powder coated. Good luck!
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Home poles seem to be very picky about temperature and humidity. I have found sometimes my chrome pole will literally sweat (from humidity), making it IMPOSSIBLE to do anything at all and other times I’m stuck to the thing like glue and I’m unable to spin, or slide on it. I steam cleaned mine recently and I think it helped quite a bit, but weather will always have a huge impact on mine because it isn’t in a temp controlled location. I would suggest steaming it every once in a while and using grip aids. I personally haven’t found the “cure all” for slippery poles, but keeping the temp and humidity levels where ever your pole likes them to be helps tremendously.
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LOL, CrazyKosters! I’d like to hear those stories one day! I’d rather say to not mix pole with anything except water, music, and heels, because I love mixing alcohol with karaoke and general silly dancing. I guess my biggest concern is, now that I have learned not to pole and drink…except the occasional Loki spin to freak out my buddies…Can I impart that knowledge on my friends who come over? Thankfully, I haven’t had any problems in the 4 months I’ve had it, everyone I know seems to have a healthy dose of fear when it comes to my baby. 😉
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I’m not a studio owner or anything, but this is a topic I’ve been mulling over for a few months now. My pole is smack dab in the middle of our home bar. At first, it never crossed my mind that it could be a bad idea. Then one night, when I first got it, I was having a few cocktails and was really excited about something I had learned the day before. The damn pole was practically calling my name, all sweet and soft (as I imagine her voice to be ;)), and I did one quick spin, coming down on the side of my foot. Ouch. Nothing major but if you feel hurt while drinking, well, that must mean serious pain tomorrow, right? Well, it wasn’t that bad, just an ugly bruise, and I’m pretty used to those, but I did vow that I would learn from that experience. Alcohol makes muscles all loosey goosey and top that off with liquid courage…It’s scary. Last thing I need to combine with pole is relaxed muscles and the asinine idea that I can do anything!
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HAhahaha! That’s great!
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Crib mattresses, couch cushions, carpet padding (layered), and probably more but a real crash mat is an investment, like your pole, that really will come in handy dandy. I’m currently saving up for a real one.
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My husband made me a crash mat out of carpet padding. It’s about 5-6 inches thick and it works. My friend has a real crash mat and it is about 5 inches, and it’s a bit more dense so it actually is more protective. I think the layer of thick foam (so expensive, can be found at crafting stores) is the big difference. I would definitely go with thicker…lol
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I bought my 7 foot by 4 foot mirror on Craigslist for $20. Just keep looking, many people renovate in the summer and there is sure to be a bathroom mirror eventually. I searched “large wall mirror” every week until I found one.
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The tile will be fine if there are no hollow spots under where your pole base will be. You can usually hear it with a tap with your knuckle if it is hollow under the tile. Carpet won’t protect it from cracking. But if the tile was installed correctly, it should be perfectly fine.
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I bought mine when I bought my x-pert. There weren’t any screws at all, nor that pole looking piece. The pole piece looks like the top adapter that goes into the dome, or into this mount. I want to call my hubby and ask him for more info for you, he put it up.