http://firehooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795?format=rss Tribe.net. Local Connections http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#68bccd24-49d2-45c7-b424-14588c32abec i did't use threaded posts to make my hoop but rather carriage bolts, however i had the same issue with metal on the inside of the hoop. I put that thick foam wall mounting tape on the inside over the metal and then just taped my hoop with vinyl, gaffer's and sparkle tape. There is a bump over the area where the bolt is (so 5 spots total) however i don't even notice it when i'm hooping when i'm hooping and never have gotten bruises. just thought i'd put in my two cents and hopefully help someone out! Fri, 31 Jul 2009 05:34:47 GMT http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#68bccd24-49d2-45c7-b424-14588c32abec Kaia 2009-07-31T05:34:47Z http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#c96ac327-f1c6-4aac-9d89-b8f08e11013c I'm looking at making my first fire hoop and have been considering a variety of ways to attach a threaded insert (probably a t-nut) to the hoop. I've read that some t-nuts are attached on the side of the hoop next to your body, poking the nut into the tube and leaving the T part on the outside against your body. A hole is then drilled on the outside of the hoop to stick a spoke through. This seems as though it might become uncomfortable while hooping though, since the metal is on the inside of the hoop against your body. Another option I had read about was slitting the hoop open along the inside and attaching the T part of the insert to the inner wall with the nut part sticking out away from your body. However, the instructions I was reading were unclear as to how to patch up your hoop again once you have slit it all the way around on the inside. How did you manage to affix your threaded inserts to the hoop? Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:00:03 GMT http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#c96ac327-f1c6-4aac-9d89-b8f08e11013c amy love 2009-07-29T20:00:03Z http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#e12795f3-f8ee-4753-a08a-a5150efba7f5 Duh! I see you already have been Q & A on the metal... sorry! Have fun! Sat, 04 Apr 2009 15:51:58 GMT http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#e12795f3-f8ee-4753-a08a-a5150efba7f5 Esther 2009-04-04T15:51:58Z http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#60d5c810-9243-49fb-a4a6-b54e80526fad Even if their threaded they aren't safe. They make metal hardware, I think their called T-nuts. They come in all sizes and threading. Also, I prefer psi 140-60 as it holds it tension and shape even if the hoop gets warm. Congrates on experimenting and stuff, just be safe! Sat, 04 Apr 2009 15:50:17 GMT http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#60d5c810-9243-49fb-a4a6-b54e80526fad Esther 2009-04-04T15:50:17Z http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#770fa2de-7dc0-4fe6-a29c-a905e36fcdbe I have been trying to figure out how to make a fire hoop with flexible spokes that won't break when they hit the ground. They are probably going to end up being made of metal cable, but it is hard to find cable that isn't so floppy that it is a safety hazard. Does anyone have any advice? Thanks! -Josie Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:43:15 GMT http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#770fa2de-7dc0-4fe6-a29c-a905e36fcdbe Josie 2009-03-31T15:43:15Z http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#c1fcc98d-da68-4bf4-8173-379552bebbdf Yup, just caught that. Fri, 23 Jan 2009 22:37:39 GMT http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#c1fcc98d-da68-4bf4-8173-379552bebbdf Tedward 2009-01-23T22:37:39Z http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#f259967f-a476-46be-823f-7066333b58e2 The threaded spokes are being screwed into threaded inserts. Fri, 23 Jan 2009 21:29:54 GMT http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#f259967f-a476-46be-823f-7066333b58e2 Caitlin 2009-01-23T21:29:54Z http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#c6c99e71-b87b-457d-bfa4-16475ad9890a Caitlin, I think the concern is that the [metal] threaded spokes are being screwed into the plastic hoop directly, with no metal receiver. Repeated screwing and unscrewing could wear out the plastic and cause sudden wick loss. Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:51:18 GMT http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#c6c99e71-b87b-457d-bfa4-16475ad9890a Tedward 2009-01-21T20:51:18Z http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#89117693-9332-47d2-99ca-2171fe26c2c4 Yes the spokes are threaded....but thanks for looking out! Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:55:42 GMT http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#89117693-9332-47d2-99ca-2171fe26c2c4 Caitlin 2009-01-21T19:55:42Z http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#a6c398fa-8350-4614-a2f3-acafb68e72c5 Hey There, Are your spokes threaded?? I ask because if you are repeatedly screwing in spokes into just plastic, it may wear and you could end up tossing a spoke (never fun). You may want to keep your eye on it. Other then that...have fun! Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:32:29 GMT http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#a6c398fa-8350-4614-a2f3-acafb68e72c5 Alley'Oop 2009-01-21T03:32:29Z http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#afef1cb3-236f-4952-b47b-e370defe15f0 thats awesome! Fri, 26 Dec 2008 21:15:07 GMT http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#afef1cb3-236f-4952-b47b-e370defe15f0 Helen 2008-12-26T21:15:07Z http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#9e13f646-9b12-47e9-aa0d-f921cf13fa0f Success!!!! I just made a new lightweight fire hoop using parts from my old Spinsterz fire hoop. I used 100 psi tubing cut to a 34 in diameter, and used a drill (27/64th's bit..weird size I know) to drill 5 holes around it. I then unscrewed the threaded inserts from my Spinsterz hoop and screwed them into my new hoop....voila, new fire hoop. I also used the same spokes from my Spinsterz hoop. I'm relly stoked b/c I've been wanting a smaller, lighter fire hoop but am unemployed at the moment and could not afford a new one. First burn is tonight....Merry Christmas! Thu, 25 Dec 2008 22:08:12 GMT http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795#9e13f646-9b12-47e9-aa0d-f921cf13fa0f Caitlin 2008-12-25T22:08:12Z