Tribe.net. Local Connections Krystin http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/44f826f2-5889-4a9f-810a-825b230f11c8 2009-12-23T14:48:38Z 2009-12-20T22:14:07Z

<div>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zayEl_yWfUc <br/> <br/>Fall 2009 Wildfire</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 2 replies </div>

Krystin 2009-12-20T22:14:07Z Emily http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/8c4f3f1f-e505-4001-aaea-a6c84fc490a8 2009-12-18T06:06:58Z 2009-10-29T17:39:29Z

<div>Hi all, <br/>I was wondering if any of you have, or know where to find a good fire performance contract. I'm looking for something that mentions all the basics of a performer's contract, plus fire permits, insurance, what happens if there is not an adequate stage, etc. <br/>Any tips on this would be greatly appreciated =) <br/>Thanks!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 4 replies </div>

Emily 2009-10-29T17:39:29Z jocelyn http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/2a2e0211-4c1a-4132-960e-b92e95583bd6 2009-12-10T20:54:40Z 2009-12-10T20:54:40Z

<div>Activate Your Mojo! <br/>Sacred Circularities Winter Solstice Conference Call <br/>December 22, 2009 <br/>9pm EST (6pm PCT) <br/>RSVP to jaguarmary@dchoopcollective.com for the call-in number. <br/> <br/>One day, our telepathy skills will be hella on. But until then, join us as we come to council via telephone to give thanks for a great year and celebrate the beauty and abundance of the days to come. All of the Sacred Circularities Hoop Dance Retreat co-facilitators, Jocelyn Gordon, KaRa Maria, Jahsah Sunbird, and Kandice Korves-Kaus* will be on line to dream into being the most amazing hoop dance experience ever! We will answer your questions and together we will vision your presence at our retreat in Bali, learning, creating, playing, and shining! This call will be especially helpful to folks who want to come to the retreat but are hesitant because of finances. Callers who attend the phone conference receive an extension of the Early Bird Rate. Go to www.dchoopcollective for more details. To RSVP for the call, send an email to jaguarmary@dchoopcollective with your name and YES in the subject heading and we will send you the call-in number. <br/> <br/> <br/>*Kandice Korves-Kaus from Holistic Hooping has joined the Sacred Circ retreat team as our resident fire goddess. She’s been a spiritual hoop warrior of the modern hoopdance community since its’ inception. Kandice will be teaching two nights of workshops on dancing with the sacred element of FIRE.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

jocelyn 2009-12-10T20:54:40Z elaine http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/4e4fa93d-a542-44a8-9b7d-2ed81da95cad 2009-12-07T02:44:35Z 2009-12-03T20:41:41Z

<div>im ordering my fire hoop within the next few days, im almost positive that im going to do this through trickconcepts.com i was just wanting to get a little feedback first. if anyone has experienced this hoop please let me know how you liked it. <br/> <br/>http://www.trickconcepts.com/Fire-Hula-Hoop-P24C79.aspx </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 1 reply </div>

elaine 2009-12-03T20:41:41Z Colleenॐ http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/fb40e4ff-82e3-4951-994a-ec2abfdca99b 2009-12-01T17:25:20Z 2009-10-12T23:03:33Z

<div>hello. i know everybody prefers different kinds of fire hoops or to even make their own. Im planning on getting one soon and ive heard the most positive responses about "Cosmic Fire"'s hoops. <br/> <br/>http://cosmicfiredance.com/store/fire-hoops/ <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/>what do you prefer or think is the best? <br/> <br/>how do you feel about collapsible fire hoops? <br/> <br/>or fire hoops with removable wicks? <br/> <br/>which is best?! help me! thanks!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 25 replies </div>

Colleenॐ 2009-10-12T23:03:33Z tedward http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/bbeb2af4-bd6f-4cb3-b233-42575cbe3482 2009-11-21T14:18:46Z 2009-11-21T06:31:07Z

<div>When you get a stage big enough, and 4 hoopers in the show, you can get away with this: <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OqTX0IGfhc</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 1 reply </div>

tedward 2009-11-21T06:31:07Z aquamarinedreamqueen http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/54f1dbec-1d77-4f10-a3b6-f1bc948bd1a2 2009-11-14T18:06:01Z 2009-11-14T18:06:01Z

<div>Hey there Hoopers and Burners! <br/> <br/>Some friends and I are creating the most amazing hoop dance event ever <br/>on the beautiful island of Bali. We are super-stoked about blending <br/>yoga, sound meditation, sacred geometry, and ecstatic movement with <br/>the hoop dance flow. Jocelyn Gordon of Hoop Dance DC is one of the <br/>featured teachers. I've created a web page that should provide you <br/>with all the information you need. (If you need more information, <br/>that's okay too.) <br/>Here's the link: <br/> <br/>http://www.dchoopcollective.com <br/>Scroll down a little for the retreat link. <br/> <br/>You can also RSVP on the Sacred Circularities Facebook page: <br/>http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=180624814456&amp;ref=mf <br/> <br/>Also, for you flow artists and festival goers, there are two other <br/>events happening in Bali before and after our Sacred Circularities <br/>retreat. <br/> <br/>Nick Woolsey is offering two poi retreats from March 1-14. Find out <br/>more at www.playpoi.com <br/>Then, the 2010 Balispirit Festival happens three days after Sacred <br/>Circularities. Find out more at www.balispiritfestival.com <br/>I made a 3-minute film about the 2008 Balispirit Festival. You can <br/>check it out here: http://www.vimeo.com/1811908 <br/> <br/>All three events are happening at the gorgeous retreat center Bali <br/>Purnati. www.balipurnati.com <br/> <br/>Here's the poster for the event. Feel free to distribute widely. Thanks! <br/> <br/>Love, <br/>Jaguar Mary <br/> <br/>----------------------- <br/>Sacred Circularities Hoop Dance Retreat in Bali <br/>A Six - Day Immersion into the Healing Art of Hoop Dance <br/>Hoop Yoga, Kundalini Hooping, Sacred Sound and Hoop Workshops <br/>with KaRa Maria, Jocelyn Gordon, and Jahsah SunBird <br/>March 23-28, 2010 <br/>Bali, Indonesia <br/> <br/>Go to our Website for Details <br/>www.dchoopcollective.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

aquamarinedreamqueen 2009-11-14T18:06:01Z Gloria http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/e3bcfe18-efcf-4731-a914-082ab15c942a 2009-10-27T23:39:03Z 2009-07-17T19:22:22Z

<div>White gas, kerosene, lamp oil etc.... where do you buy your fuel and how much are you paying for it? <br/> <br/>(i'm still really new to fire hooping and just want to get an idea for what's 'normal' out there)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 13 replies </div>

Gloria 2009-07-17T19:22:22Z Colleenॐ http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/50bf798d-24fd-46a3-9524-cc3fde204024 2009-10-26T16:30:41Z 2009-10-25T22:21:10Z

<div>i know i posted a similar thread, about finding the right fire hoop. but, also in the future id like to have an LED as well. I was pretty sure i was gonna go with a Cosmic Fire and go to Hooping Harmony for my LED.. but not i just saw on trick concepts that there is a Fire&amp;LED Hoops for the same price as JUST the LED hoop i wanted. so now i dont know what to do at all! If anyone knows about the quality of these hoops, please give me some imput. I dont have enough money to buy a hoop that isnt gonna last me a while. So Fire and a LED or this COMBINED?!?!?! <br/> <br/>if you havent seen it, check it out <br/>http://www.trickconcepts.com/32-LED-Fire-and-Glow-hoop-P185C3.aspx <br/> <br/>thanks!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 2 replies </div>

Colleenॐ 2009-10-25T22:21:10Z Blizzard http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/4cb4d499-deff-4a9a-a2a9-c5e4cb1659cd 2009-10-23T20:20:56Z 2009-10-23T19:10:25Z

<div>Digging through old posts gets tiresome after a while (especially when you get distracted by shiny threads on other topics!), so I'll ask here, if there's already a thread you know on it, I'd appreciate any linkage! <br/> <br/>I want to build my own fire/LED hoop, and have LOTS of research to do before it gets started. Since it will be LED, it will need to use a translucent material, and since it will be fire, it will need to stand up to the weight stress, and the heat. I'm hoping to use mid-length removable spokes (or maybe even short ones, especially for smaller hand hoops or doing off-body fire hooping, which I will do a lot of, so shorter is better there). As I'm 6'1", I'll likely use a 40"+ hoop. With LEDs and batteries, I'll need to use at least a 1" diameter tube (thinner would likely be difficult to fit everything inside, including the spoke hardware). I'm sure weight will get to be an issue with both LEDs/Batteries and wicks and a 1" thick 40"+ hoop, so if I can avoid a tape job and use a more "grippy" hoop material, that would be helpful too. I'm not sure what fuels I would be using yet, though I know I'll want to do either something with a longer burn time, or colored fuels (maybe both some day if possible), so I'm not sure how much heat the spokes will produce. <br/> <br/>So, with all this in mind (and knowing I'll never be able to get something that meets everything I want, and I may have to sacrifice weight, or something else), what tubing would you recommend? <br/> <br/>Originally I was going to purchase http://www.usplastic.com/catalog/variant.asp?catalog_name=USPlastic&amp;category_name=120&amp;product_id=7832&amp;variant_id=58008 (recommended many places for LED hoops, and I've used some made with it which were very nice), but none of those I looked at took fire into consideration. The fact this is only 110PSI is good for lightness, but may not stand up to the weight of the hardware (and with a big hoop and fast off-body hooping, I've snapped PVC connectors and had huge hoop distortion on heavier material WITHOUT the added wick weight). <br/> <br/>LDPE vs HDPE? L is lighter and weaker, while H is heavier and more durable, is there enough of a difference to care? <br/>Is a higher PSI better for holding its shape while adding weight to an already heavy hoop? Would 110 work fine for this application, would 160 be WAY too heavy? <br/> <br/>I could probably ask 100 more questions, but I won't! And I hope someone out there has answers to this, as if I had the time and money, I would gladly try out multiple combination to put these answers out there for other people :) <br/> <br/>After I know THIS part, the next step is figuring out how to mount removable spoke hardware (with the added bonus of having to consider the LED string on the inside!) But that is a topic for another post!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 2 replies </div>

Blizzard 2009-10-23T19:10:25Z B Hoops http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/cf8c145b-f239-4a51-9583-f21c9f6a8500 2009-10-20T13:56:35Z 2009-10-20T13:56:35Z

<div>Hello hoopers and lovers of flow. I would like to introduce to you a new tribe~ Giving Back Through Flow~ This tribe is all about a flow community who is dedicated to giving back to the community through the promotion of volunteer work, sharing volunteer knowledge, reaching out for help, volunteer information, posting your volunteer events, ect. This is an open tribe for all and will benefit greatly through your information sharing. Empower others, together we can change the world and share our love of all things flow. http://tribes.tribe.net/letyourloveflow <br/> <br/>~Blessings, <br/>B <br/> <br/>~Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. <br/> Margaret Mead <br/> <br/>~Service to others is the payment you make for your space here on earth. <br/> Mohammed Ali <br/> <br/>~The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing. <br/> Edmund Burke, British statesman and orator <br/> <br/>~Never before has man had such a great capacity to control his own environment, to end hunger, poverty and disease, to banish illiteracy and human misery. We have the power to make the best generation of mankind in the history of the world. <br/> President John F. Kennedy <br/> <br/>~Vision without action is a daydream. Action without vision is a nightmare. <br/> Japanese Proverb</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

B Hoops 2009-10-20T13:56:35Z Allie http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/76154c24-00a6-4582-94fe-03845ac416ee 2009-10-13T00:55:09Z 2009-10-13T00:55:09Z

<div>I have looked and read a lot of the instructions here for making fire hoops. But I was wondering if anyone could supply step by step pics with instructions...I am kinesthetic, so it's hard for me to visualize instructions without pics...I know....lame. Maybe a list of supplies and good places to get them also? <br/> <br/>Thanks guys, **Love &amp; Light** <br/> <br/>-Allie</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

Allie 2009-10-13T00:55:09Z Aubrey http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/87add892-a499-46cb-8ff0-8ca3c45ae023 2009-09-14T15:52:26Z 2009-09-14T15:52:26Z

<div>be sure to watch til the end to check out my trademark shoulder tricks ;) <br/> <br/> <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dt0SHBzah8</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

Aubrey 2009-09-14T15:52:26Z Matanuska http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/f754717a-e6e5-4079-88b7-9ed0c364d2e9 2009-09-01T21:35:54Z 2009-03-02T05:20:53Z

<div>This is me doing firehoop and firehands together at first time. <br/> <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRMsqjJau5I&amp;feature=channel_page <br/> <br/>Hope you enjoy it :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 2 replies </div>

Matanuska 2009-03-02T05:20:53Z na http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/c416b904-442a-4c33-b330-baed8bd44b0a 2009-08-01T20:41:58Z 2009-08-01T17:14:31Z

<div>hi all, <br/>I was thinking about making my own fire hoop and wanted some advice about best places to get supplies and maybe some warnings. Or maybe some input about just purchasing a firehoop that is already assembled. I am working on a budget and wanted to to have it before leaving for burning man. <br/>Any advice/input is much appreciated. <br/>Have a wonderful and happy day</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 1 reply </div>

na 2009-08-01T17:14:31Z ButterflyLisa in HD http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/c70e600f-f5ce-4d51-becf-b7b84aa7246e 2009-07-31T21:28:22Z 2009-07-29T17:51:38Z

<div>I'm pregnant so no hooping for me! A collapsible hoop by Trick Concepts. Never been used. 40" diameter, 6 flexible spindles. <br/>Payed $150 will sell for $125. Will ship for shipping cost. Message me if interested. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 7 replies </div>

ButterflyLisa in HD 2009-07-29T17:51:38Z Caitlin http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3eb7b16a-94a9-467b-88e3-cc022fdbd795 2009-07-31T05:34:47Z 2008-12-25T22:08:12Z

<div>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!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 11 replies </div>

Caitlin 2008-12-25T22:08:12Z abi http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/c24079ee-25dc-4c30-a275-4f62edb321e7 2009-07-30T15:28:02Z 2009-07-01T13:31:16Z

<div>Does anyone know if you can be held legally responsible in any way, if you sell a fire hoop to someone an they burn themselves badly while using it?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 4 replies </div>

abi 2009-07-01T13:31:16Z Paula http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/5e4e9eea-8e29-4a08-ba16-24b36b593b2c 2009-07-28T23:52:06Z 2009-07-28T00:41:52Z

<div>Anyone out there in the DFW area??</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 2 replies </div>

Paula 2009-07-28T00:41:52Z AT http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/ee0c7cba-c20f-44db-aa58-8b8ed5ba6e44 2009-07-24T00:46:03Z 2009-07-20T18:23:40Z

<div>I love spinning my 100psi fire hoop; but there are some tricks I find I can't do with it due to its lightness. My biggest problem has been with doing fast reversals/breaks. My hoop tends to misshape and has even kinked twice when I grab it with my hand or inside arm and reverse direction. I can't figure out if this is 'normal' or maybe this section of tubing was mismanufactured. Specs: 36" diameter 5 spokes at 5 1/2". Anyone else ever/never have this kind of problem? </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 10 replies </div>

AT 2009-07-20T18:23:40Z Jeremiah http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/67c3d42c-ca65-460e-b615-5cf32f62af58 2009-07-08T18:21:03Z 2009-07-08T18:21:03Z

<div>I haven't posted a video in quite a while so here's one of a recent burn. <br/> <br/>As far as flow goes, it wasn't there. It just felt too good to be firehooping again and I just wanted to spin fast:-p <br/> <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7McY90TG73I <br/> <br/>This was my first experience fire-hooping on the beach. I love it. The contrast between the feeling of the fire and the waves splashing on my feet is exhilarating. <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

Jeremiah 2009-07-08T18:21:03Z OrionStars http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/8baef1d0-c97e-466f-b9b7-36a003a6e87d 2009-07-08T06:18:08Z 2009-07-08T00:36:43Z

<div>I've read that you can use olive oil for lamp oil, but what about for hooping? Has anyone tried it?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 2 replies </div>

OrionStars 2009-07-08T00:36:43Z Spinna Sparks http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/97b842ad-90c6-42d8-a893-3781d4de7c9b 2009-07-07T21:34:06Z 2009-07-04T14:56:07Z

<div>A couple of years ago I built my first fire hoop. It is a six/three spine, removable spine hoop. I am absolutely happy with the construction of the hoop but I am having trouble with getting the flames right, they are too big and too hot (Like melt my precious hoop hot). I reduced the amount of fuel I put on each wick, but then I get some wicks that just don't burn the whole way through. It rocks when I just do three because I get huge whooshing fire trails. But I want more than three. <br/>I think maybe I should have five spines. At 2X2X2 are my wicks too big? I am using straight white gas. Is that a problem? I've been looking for lamp oil to mix 50/50, would that help? How much, and how to do apply your fuel? How long do you wait before lighting the wicks? Any other tips for me?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 11 replies </div>

Spinna Sparks 2009-07-04T14:56:07Z Tracy http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/e871190b-13fe-46c3-8a2f-dd18901c9942 2009-06-28T01:59:13Z 2009-06-26T16:14:39Z

<div>I was wondering if anybody had experience in fire hooping with fuzzy kickers on. My friend does it all the time and it scares the crap out of me. We have a performance tonight and I want to wear mine to match hers but I'm just really uneasy about the idea. PLEASE I need your thoughts ASAP!! Thanks! <br/>-Funky Hoops-</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 4 replies </div>

Tracy 2009-06-26T16:14:39Z richard http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/97e80b7f-4a6c-4e1c-b244-91eb46916718 2009-06-15T00:59:21Z 2009-05-14T21:17:43Z

<div>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjXNrPanRTI</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 6 replies </div>

richard 2009-05-14T21:17:43Z Alicia http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/489c912e-5ddd-4f27-bf91-fe57a69e0e1e 2009-06-14T21:00:25Z 2005-02-20T01:06:28Z

<div>we are trying to figure otu the best way to make our own fire hoops here in boston. does any one have any info on the best ways to put it together and where to find the spokes and kevlar wicks/balls ?? <br/>any help would be super apreciated! <br/>much love ~alicia</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 45 replies </div>

Alicia 2005-02-20T01:06:28Z Tina http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/b9255959-b1f6-49f8-926e-1ed541660441 2009-06-14T18:43:08Z 2009-06-13T17:56:18Z

<div>Not that I see it done very often but I was wondering if there was any safe fuel to use indoors?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 3 replies </div>

Tina 2009-06-13T17:56:18Z ButterflyLisa in HD http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/0cc71ac3-1a10-4fb5-ac2d-dd0a8663efc1 2009-06-10T05:48:23Z 2009-04-26T15:41:08Z

<div>In the L.A area. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 5 replies </div>

ButterflyLisa in HD 2009-04-26T15:41:08Z GonzaBee http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/cdc7a031-82b4-418e-b751-103ffd5b6ca0 2009-06-09T22:25:04Z 2009-06-06T18:40:19Z

<div>Hello All, <br/> <br/>I've been having a hard time finding costumes that are made out of fire dance safe material. It seems the only real safe choices for clothing are quite boring. <br/> <br/>Is there anyone out there who makes flashy, sexy costumes out of cotton/hemp? Any suggestions for adding sparkle to a fire dance costume? Maybe some sort of metallic material? Any website, brand, etsy that you have seen such items? <br/> <br/>Thanks! <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 6 replies </div>

GonzaBee 2009-06-06T18:40:19Z Diane http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/f55e4e66-12bb-498e-a653-3ffa7b6e75c8 2009-05-31T19:35:30Z 2009-05-22T16:56:32Z

<div>oy.... so for quite a while i've been wanting to do a night time jam. but the city of rochester seems determined not to allow any kind of happy dancey music event in their parks. <br/> <br/>i sent a message to a guy who runs a drum circle in town. i would love love love for there to be some live drumming. but all the parks have rules against music that travels more than 50 feet. but i did some clicking around and found out who i should get in touch with for a restricted use permit. i feel like getting around the music thing is the easy part. <br/> <br/>the difficult part is the fire spinning. the parks have rules stating you can't kindle a fire except in the provided fire pits. i think by kindle they're implying that they don't want you to build a fire on the ground. like any old where, burning huge circles into the grass... i'm obviously not going to do that. but im afraid our misc spinning will be ended by some kind of authority figure using that rule against us. <br/> <br/>i had spent some (confusing) time a while back reading to see what i could come up with to defend our activities. i'm struggling how to word this! i'm looking for a law/regulation to make the distinction between our fire spinning and the park rules against kindling a fire outside a fire pit. i had started my reading one day on nafaa.org, ended up reading some complicated laws i didnt fully grasp at the time. some kind of regulation about fire performance/rehearsal being different than building a fire in the park. so that if a park employee or police officer came and said that was against park rules, i would be able to give them some other rules that prove that what we're doing is completely different and not really applicable. does that make sense? <br/> <br/>i realize that's not fool proof, and they could still tell us not to spin fire, but i think that's probably my best chance. what do you guys think? <br/> <br/>i had been tossing this idea around for a while, and when i first started reading on nafaa i wasn't ready to get serious yet. it might be difficult (if not impossible) to organize this kind of event in rochester ny, but i'm not ready to give up yet! i'm going to read more seriously on nafaa, but is there somewhere else i can study? anyone have a similar experience that can offer me any advice?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 13 replies </div>

Diane 2009-05-22T16:56:32Z Gail http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/e94e7f38-4856-48ce-ba84-b254772722e4 2009-05-28T00:48:41Z 2009-03-21T19:31:35Z

<div>The only lamp oil I can find in this god forsaken town is citronella lamp oil. It smells like lemons but i have no idea if it is still suitable for fire hoopin! Can anyone help <br/>Thanks :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 5 replies </div>

Gail 2009-03-21T19:31:35Z GonzaBee http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/1ec11add-b8ce-4c32-b73e-acf36674c19f 2009-05-27T14:13:43Z 2009-05-18T22:25:54Z

<div>Hello everyone, <br/> <br/>After hooping for about a year I finally got my first go with a fire hoop this weekend, and I'm already addicted! I need to get a fire hoop ASAP! <br/> <br/>However, I live in a large apartment building and don't think it would be wise to store fire toys in my building. So I am wondering to those of you that have this same situation - where do you store your fire toys? Is it safe to keep toys and fuel in the trunk of my car? Or do I need to find someone who will let me use their garage? <br/> <br/>Thanks! <br/>-GonzaBee</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 10 replies </div>

GonzaBee 2009-05-18T22:25:54Z JenX http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/2fadaad1-e088-41c8-9459-c1677b39748e 2009-04-25T08:32:21Z 2009-04-25T06:41:51Z

<div>HI all. I absolutely love fire hooping and would love to do it more often, with a group, where I can learn and share the joy of fire dancing. If anyone out there has need of another in their troupe or would like to form one in the LA, Long Beach, or Orange County areas, please drop me a line! =)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 1 reply </div>

JenX 2009-04-25T06:41:51Z Meeeya http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/ac2ae67c-5fe2-40f1-a300-9b7cf8a8e860 2009-04-20T14:17:51Z 2008-10-05T21:55:51Z

<div>Hi everyone! <br/>My Spinsterz hoop is lighter than my Iron Gypsy. Shakti's super-light fire hoop is lighter than the Spinsterz hoop. A really light fire hoop would open all kinds of doors for my dancing. I've thought about making my own, but considering I can hardly assemble my own Ikea furniture, it's probably a very bad idea for me to construct a fire tool. I've taken an unlit spin with Shakti's hoop, but the girl had just bought it and didn't know much about fire dancing or the nature of the flame. I was a little concerned: a) with the spines being so floppy against the plastic, b) the spines getting very hot (i'm not sure what the cable was made of) and c) the lightness of the hoop feeling out of control when it's on fire and d) the wicks being too small for a nice looking flame (I like the fire on the big side, and I am a fast hooper so the fire flickers a lot if the wicks are too small, I have the big wicks for my Spinterz hoop, and they are perfect for me). <br/> <br/>If anyone can lend an opinion on this fire hoop, or help me with a, b, c, or d, I'd be ever so appreciative! <br/> <br/>Hoop on!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 20 replies </div>

Meeeya 2008-10-05T21:55:51Z Gina http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/135d95d4-b5c8-4e90-bf91-0c6785bc20a7 2009-04-16T11:57:19Z 2009-04-16T11:57:19Z

<div>Hello. My name is Gina. I have bought a few hoops before and make my own, because I could never find just what I wanted from someone else. I wanted to let people know the kinds of hoops I offer, so they can see they have a wide variety of options. I make very affordable hoops and will beat any price you find on a comparable hoop. I make practice hoops, regular hoops, and beautiful black-light reactive hoops. I make fire-hoops. I also have Fire/LED combo hoops available. I can help you with any sizing questions, so you get the hoop that is best for you. You have a variety of options. You can get any size hoop, you can pick a lighter version or a medium weight version, lots of choice on the colors and design of your hoop, you pick the size of the wicks and the length of the rods. If you are getting a LED version, we can talk about what color LED's you would like. If this seems like too many options and you don't know the answers, then no worries. You can just tell me your skill level, height, and weight and I will work out what I think will work best for you. I use my own tools and stand behind them. They are quality tools that I feel very confident you will love. I have never seen anyone offer more options than I do, I put so much love into what I do, and I will work with your budget and beat comparable pricing; so when you are ready to buy any hoop, please think about supporting my love and getting the best tool to support yours. My e-mail is igneousGODdess@gmail.com, and my personal e-mail is gtines23@gmail.com (if anyone just whats to talk :) ) Namaste, artisans. -Gina Tines, IgneousGODdess Creations. <br/> <br/>P.S. I also have some practice and Fire poi available. Contact me for more information :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

Gina 2009-04-16T11:57:19Z stellarhoopdance http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/65f956f4-1973-4007-828c-b01623c88662 2009-04-14T21:13:49Z 2009-04-08T18:30:48Z

<div>Hey you guys! <br/> <br/>I've been fire hooping for a few months now, and finally have another performance lined up for this weekend. It's been a little while since I've performed for a crowd, so I've been practicing today unlit, trying new things to see if they are possible while on fire. <br/> <br/>So, my random question to those who fire hoop (or those who just like to watch fire hooping) is what is your favorite hoop trick to do while using a fire hoop (or which one looks coolest to those who don't use fire)? <br/> <br/>I've been really into doing isolations with my fire hoop :) <br/> <br/>I look forward to hearing what tricks you guys like! <br/> <br/>(X-posted in the hula hooping tribe)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 3 replies </div>

stellarhoopdance 2009-04-08T18:30:48Z Satise http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/08c05321-d9b9-4464-98cb-1355361cb9d8 2009-04-14T19:33:39Z 2009-04-14T19:33:39Z

<div>I'm happy to announce another 10 week series of fire hoop classes will begin this month at the Crucible in West Oakland. <br/> <br/>Here are the details: <br/>What: An exciting beginner hoop class where you can learn moves, tricks, and how to dance and flow with the hoop. Learn how to tape up your own hoop and take home a hoop you design. Finally, there will be a culminating fire hooping class at the end of the ten week series where you hoop with fire. You'll learn a lot and feel comfortable and confident with the knowledge you gain about fire hooping to do it again and again! <br/>When: The class series begins on Thursday, April 30th and goes to July 2nd from 6-7:30 p.m. <br/>Where: The Crucible in West Oakland <br/>Find out more by going to: http://www.thecrucible.org/ <br/> <br/>I'd love to see you there! <br/>Feel free to contact me if you want more information at: honeyhoops@gmail.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

Satise 2009-04-14T19:33:39Z Nick http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/44a41918-2783-4857-9709-bd4272492966 2009-04-08T16:52:50Z 2009-04-08T16:52:50Z

<div>For those of you who may be interested... <br/> <br/>A new social network has been started to better serve the fire spinning community... It's everything tribe is and more! <br/> <br/>Photos - Videos - Forum - Profiles - Music - Lessons - Articles - Blogs - CHATROOMS and more. <br/> <br/>Event organisers and club owners can also set up "group" pages for promotion. <br/> <br/>Many Tribe members have already made the jump, and they suggested i try and spread word to the rest of you. <br/>If you fancy a change, join us at www.thefiregarden.com <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

Nick 2009-04-08T16:52:50Z Glenda http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/fc660789-8ba3-4b16-ade9-8631b186e1d8 2009-04-08T15:05:43Z 2009-03-25T12:36:46Z

<div>ok so I've been fire hooping for a while now and I can't seem to find a good method for keeping the smell of kerosene/fuel off everything I own. It's sooo pungent and although the smell itself isn't that offensive to me, it's really strong and wont' get out of my clothes and stuff. I have found that no amount of washing of my hands completely rids myself of the odor, but for some reason it helps a lot when I rub my hands in dirt. I'm getting a different dip can that I hope will help. It's a really sturdy paint/paint thinner plastic container from Home Depot. It's kind of like tupperware on steroids. I keep my wicks in a study ziplock back then wrap them in a couple more plastic grocery bags. They still smell to high heaven so I store them on a top shelf of a pretty unused closet which seems to work fairly well. Any tips? How does everyone else deal with their fire tools and fuels?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 23 replies </div>

Glenda 2009-03-25T12:36:46Z LPLoves http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/10a5bcc5-276e-44ef-8884-c3f2d587379f 2009-03-23T16:31:17Z 2009-03-20T20:25:59Z

<div>What an awesome feeling it was to burn!! I want to thank this tribe, as I gathered a lot of tips/suggestions from specific threads in the fire hooping tribe to help prepare myself. Thanks, everyone! I love this community!! <br/> <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0liM5Z8E22w</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 3 replies </div>

LPLoves 2009-03-20T20:25:59Z Gina http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/7f64da3d-0be2-4bca-95cc-9a134518ce0e 2009-03-16T19:23:28Z 2009-03-16T16:11:29Z

<div>Hello. correction..you can find the information at Superhooper.org. And if you would like to talk about possible price negociation, email me. Thank you. -Gina :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 1 reply </div>

Gina 2009-03-16T16:11:29Z Gina http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/30ef8bd1-d6e3-4773-bf71-d9df75b53531 2009-03-16T19:21:09Z 2009-03-16T15:31:38Z

<div>I have a LED/Fire combo hoop. You can find information on it at Superhoopers. org. The LED is a SuperMorph and it has a 40/42" diameter. It has been lit less than 10 times. It is a beautiful hoop. I am just selling it to get a smaller size for me. If you are interested please e-mail me at gtines23@gmail.com. The hoop cost me $330 with shipping. I am asking for $200 plus shipping. Thank you and have a wonderful day. -Gina</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 1 reply </div>

Gina 2009-03-16T15:31:38Z kristin http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/7a3dd316-b967-4e4d-9246-6cb43f53387d 2009-03-03T18:01:51Z 2009-03-03T18:01:51Z

<div>Hey guys and gals. I've spun this Cherry Spinsterz fire hoop 6 times. It's a wonderful design and a great hoop but I'm just no in the market for a fire hoop right now. <br/>It has no ware other than the wicks having been lit. <br/>I sprung for the fatty wicks so I paid $198.95 after shipping and all. I'll post it for $180 and we can go from there. <br/>I'd really like to see this great hoop get more love than I can give it. <br/> <br/>You can check out the deets on it at www.thespinsterz.com/firehoop.htm <br/> <br/>Love to you all!! <br/> <br/>Kristin</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

kristin 2009-03-03T18:01:51Z ..electrolite.. http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/070a167c-d6d7-4424-93d0-59ae3e00e0d7 2009-02-19T03:40:01Z 2009-02-19T03:40:01Z

<div>This is my first post here, sooo hello! :D <br/> <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFOGxosRPt8 <br/> <br/>I also have pix uploaded in my photos. <br/>Wasnt nearly as scary as I thought it would be, so I'm glad I finally sucked it up and did it. <br/>And actually this is really the only video of me hooping. I think I should do video more to help me get an idea of what I need improvement on because I never actually see myself hoop. <br/>Buttttt yea, it was pretty fun. ^_^ <br/>I also have pix uploaded in my photos.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

..electrolite.. 2009-02-19T03:40:01Z fairywings http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/200797c7-5adf-40f0-b9c4-3b6426658515 2009-02-04T20:54:39Z 2009-01-21T02:19:20Z

<div>So this is a video of me practicing hoop/ poi combos. Then closer to the end of the video is my fire hoop/ poi. I'm trying to learn some more tricks that I could do, and ways to bring the hoop up to my waist while still doing different things with the poi so any feedback is greatly appreciated!! Thanks and hope you like the video. <br/> <br/>Nugget</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 9 replies </div>

fairywings 2009-01-21T02:19:20Z tripleader http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/18e06519-66f2-4ac4-80a2-57109f952aec 2009-01-15T20:05:55Z 2009-01-05T20:06:45Z

<div>Happy New Year all!! Its been a while since I've been on tribe. But I got some fire videos to share with ya. <br/> <br/>first Bonnaroo short clip: <br/>www.youtube.com/watch <br/> <br/>second screwin around in the backyard with some double fire hooping: <br/>www.youtube.com/watch <br/> <br/>enjoy <br/> <br/>ps I crossposted this to hoopingvideos</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 3 replies </div>

tripleader 2009-01-05T20:06:45Z Aly Mayhem http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/ee19cf1f-9694-4528-bb34-393ed36354c9 2009-01-01T22:23:52Z 2008-12-10T23:33:29Z

<div>Hello everyone! <br/> <br/>Eventually I'd like to pick up a fire hoop and spin. I figured this would be a good place to get some answers beforehand. One thing I always wonder is WHERE to spin? Where do you go to spin, not even just hoops, but poi/ect. How do you determine where is a safe place to handle fire, and where isn't? Also where would I go to find information on the cities fire laws, I don't want to light something up and get thrown in jail, haha. I live in Vegas, there is pleanty of desert around me, I've considered going just out of the city limit, but I just don't know. <br/> <br/>Anyways, advice would be great, I just don't even know where to start on finding a place to work. <br/> <br/>Thanks. <br/> <br/>-Alyssa</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 5 replies </div>

Aly Mayhem 2008-12-10T23:33:29Z shaktisunfire http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/6083159f-9b3f-4c8f-941d-03047df0123a 2008-12-17T02:05:38Z 2008-12-15T17:11:10Z

<div>Hello Ho Ho Fiery Friends. <br/>Just throwing out a link to you. We've upgraded all our firehoop designs and added some new ones. Customizable wick lengths, tape or no tape and 1" or 2" wicks - you name it! We've also (finally) come up with the first firehoop design weighing in at less than 1 lb! Crazy I know. Continue to check back. By January we'll have listed a pair of double mini firehoops and (fingers crossed) a new collapsible design. For those of you that have already purchased on of our hoops, you can find a wick replacement set for when the time comes. Order by Wednesday December 17th for a guarantee by Christmas. Much love! <br/>Shakti and Rainbow. <br/>http://www.cosmicfiredance.com/store/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 1 reply </div>

shaktisunfire 2008-12-15T17:11:10Z Maki*　真輝 http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/740c2516-1939-405b-ba56-1eea5162009f 2008-12-10T22:03:20Z 2008-12-10T22:03:20Z

<div>I wanna sale my used fire hoop for $130. <br/>I used it for only 4 times light up and it has large 6 wicks and use jack-nuts type. <br/>Wicks are still good condition. <br/>I use silver tape around wick for protect melting hoop tube. <br/>This hoop is NOT Collapsible Fire Hula Hoop . <br/>I bought it for $200. <br/>Pick up only. <br/> <br/>I am short (5'2) tall and my fire hoop is too big ( I guess 38' -40')for me so recently I bought another <br/>new fire hoop so that's the reason why I wanna sale it. <br/>I live in Los Angeles. <br/> <br/>If anyone interested in it please let me know. <br/>If you need hoop photo, send me your email address I'll send you photo .</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

Maki*　真輝 2008-12-10T22:03:20Z claudiahays http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/2dd7e5b2-4ef8-4421-a30d-5dacf83650fe 2008-12-10T17:31:08Z 2008-12-10T17:31:08Z

<div>My friend Emily and I fire hooped last weekend, and my wonderful boyfriend took a vid of me!! I am still quite the beginner when it comes to fire - but I love it! <br/> <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5POonLizK_4 <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/>cross-posted in Hooping Videos</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

claudiahays 2008-12-10T17:31:08Z a_b_kitten http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/b1176376-5339-45f2-b5c2-7adacc7f3f2e 2008-12-03T18:54:24Z 2008-12-02T17:24:55Z

<div>I've been wondering if there's a reason (apart from price) why people don't tend to make metal hoops rather than using plastic tubing? <br/>In my quest for the smallest and lightest of hoops, I've found that there seem to be compelling reasons to try using aluminium tubing - for one thing, I prefer really skinny hoops (the practise hoops I made are 8' of 3/8" 90-psi tubing, and because they're the infinity-sign design they collapse so small they fit in a messenger bag), and when you're getting into hoops that small and thin the irrigation tubing simply isn't sturdy enough to support wicks. I would love to be able to have a hoop that didn't have to be 3/4" in diameter and subsequently be that much heavier than the ones I practise with, but I've never seen a metal fire hoop (though I HAVE used aluminum practise hoops, which are completely awesome). <br/> <br/>The only downside I can really see to using aluminium is that I'd have to come up with a different way to collapse them (probably screw-together sections would make the most sense), but I've not made many fire toys so I'd love some input before I start working on my design. <br/> <br/>Do any of you fabulous hoop-makers have any experience/experiments with making hoops out of metal that you could share with me? </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 9 replies </div>

a_b_kitten 2008-12-02T17:24:55Z brandonhuston http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3316bd94-d77e-4d35-bd01-71c7285930f8 2008-11-28T11:26:05Z 2008-11-28T11:26:05Z

<div>Its been a little while since I have posted or had new offerings and thats because I have been busy designing and playing with new and improved toys! <br/> <br/>I am now offering both fire and non fire hoops in 4 piece collapsible versions, for those of you that want an even more compact travel hoop. It is still as strong and rigid as the 3 piece collapsible versions, and the extra joint only adds less than 1 oz of weight.. <br/> <br/>Both the 3 piece and 4 piece hoops are now available in my Ultra-Light model. <br/>The Ultra-Light is weighing in with 6 small wicks attached at 1 pound 15 ounces for the 3 piece version and just under 2 pounds for the 4-Piece. <br/> <br/>Pre-made fire hoops - thespinsterz.com/firehoop.htm <br/>Build you own fire hoop - thespinsterz.com/build_a_hoop.htm <br/>Build your own non-fire hoop - thespinsterz.com/hoops.htm</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

brandonhuston 2008-11-28T11:26:05Z stellarhoopdance http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/c5152d5a-9e26-4ed2-aa5b-80532667d677 2008-11-25T22:26:52Z 2008-11-25T03:57:45Z

<div>I did some fire hooping in a friend's backyard. He took several videos and made this awesome mix. <br/> <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-STSiNOWQY <br/> <br/> <br/>I am very new to fire hooping, but I think the video looks pretty good. :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 2 replies </div>

stellarhoopdance 2008-11-25T03:57:45Z Glenda http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/ac748f2e-7d30-432a-9dc9-c352048c88f3 2008-11-25T02:27:48Z 2008-11-23T22:23:27Z

<div>I fire hooped for the first time last night and it was so incredible. I did 3 sets total, with about 20 people watching. It was freezing cold, but I just kind of forgot about it when the wicks were bring lit. I have to admit, it was pretty scary with the flames building around me and the first few moments of hooping were honestly a little terrifying. I had a few quick thoughts of "WTF am I doing??", but those feelings just burned away (ha) and it was so amazing. I loved the sound of the flames spinning around. I feel like such a badass and I can't wait to do it again! I would love to know about everyone else's first burns as well and their feelings about it.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 2 replies </div>

Glenda 2008-11-23T22:23:27Z Glenda http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/189cb083-22c4-4d50-bd59-9124a59e6fdc 2008-11-22T17:33:01Z 2008-11-02T17:33:18Z

<div>I'm ordering my first fire hoop soon, and I had a few questions about using it in general. How does everyone fuel up their torches? Do you unscrew all of them and soak them all together in fuel before screwing them back in and lighting up? Or do you just keep them in the hoop and dip them individually? Do you just shake off the excess fuel into the fuel container and whatnot, or do you use a cloth to soak up the extra fuel? If anyone is planning on making a fire hoop video some time in the future, it would be the most fantastic thing if they could have a little intro showing the fuel process before performing. Anyway, just a few concerns about it. Thanks so much!!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 8 replies </div>

Glenda 2008-11-02T17:33:18Z FlammaAeterna http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/05f661e5-8fb6-4935-b82c-9a593bfed63d 2008-11-20T16:13:06Z 2008-11-18T20:50:07Z

<div>I've read lots of posts on making lighter hoops, and comments usually focus on a smaller diameter tubing or lighter wicks, etc. however, if you could get the same tubing size that most people are familiar with (~3/4"), just have it be lighter and still 100+ PSI, would this be attractive? Or is the light hoop push really focused toward thinner hoops? <br/> <br/>Matthew <br/>Flamma Aeterna</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 5 replies </div>

FlammaAeterna 2008-11-18T20:50:07Z Glenda http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/eea0a062-c276-4671-973e-af07039c751d 2008-11-17T23:29:43Z 2008-11-17T22:00:12Z

<div>OMFG I just got my fire hoop in the mail and I'm soooooo excited!! Can't wait for my virgin burn!!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 1 reply </div>

Glenda 2008-11-17T22:00:12Z herecomesthesun http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/8d1ffa67-5060-4019-a11c-dcd1ab64f790 2008-11-13T23:21:58Z 2008-11-13T21:02:47Z

<div>So, I've been mulling over Gail's offer of a brand new fire hoop up for sale, and I am almost ready to buy, save for one thing : her hoop is 99 cm in diametre, and me I'm used to hooping with a regular hoop with a diametre of about 70cm. I have hooped with hoops larger than this, and they always felt a bit awkward. However, I have yet to dance the sacred spiral dance of fire... <br/> <br/>What are some of your expert and non-expert opinions and advice on this? <br/> <br/>Thanks in advance!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 1 reply </div>

herecomesthesun 2008-11-13T21:02:47Z Emily http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/5a875be6-0579-471c-a213-029bf10fbdd6 2008-11-03T13:44:54Z 2008-11-03T13:44:54Z

<div>I made a twin for my fire hoop a while back, but I'm just not up to twin fire hooping yet... so I am selling this brand new never used fire hoop. <br/>Its red and black, 41 inches in diameter, weighs 1 lb 9 oz without the spines, or 2 lb 10 oz with the spines, has 5, 8-inch spines with 1 foot of 100mm kevlar wicking each. The spines are removable which makes for easy transportation. <br/>See my profile for pictures. <br/> <br/>I'm asking $100, but I'm willing to accept full or partial trades for things like LED hoops or Melo's/Desert Dancers (around size S33). Make me an offer I can't refuse :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

Emily 2008-11-03T13:44:54Z Gail http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/5086128b-89f5-4bed-bf40-1cdddd86ed36 2008-10-31T20:41:18Z 2008-10-31T20:41:18Z

<div>Hello lovelies I have a brand new beautiful Spinsterz fire hoop for sale it has 6 removable wicks with flexible spines and sparkly turquoise pink and black taping. It 39 inches and I bought it for £90.Its too big for me (i am hooping with 34/35 inch hoop now) plus I just got my psi and am going to concentrate on that for a while so its yours for £70. just private message me if you are interested love gail x <br/>PS Sharna if you think this isn't the right place for posting this let me know xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

Gail 2008-10-31T20:41:18Z Onrushinglife http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/d8f85756-e02a-4f5d-8594-423f045c25ec 2008-10-22T01:00:49Z 2007-11-06T03:18:55Z

<div>Hey everyone, <br/> <br/>I am in the process of buying a fire hoop and I want to make sure that I get the right one for me. The most important feature for me is weight. I have a neck problem and my current fire hoop is just becoming too painful to use. I was looking at the spinsterz new, lighter fire hoop and it looks great. Anyone have one, seen one, hooped with one? I'd love to know what you think of it. <br/> <br/>Happy Hooping :-)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 21 replies </div>

Onrushinglife 2007-11-06T03:18:55Z *Roxstar* http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3e541122-e5a1-4421-ad79-a3ea975b87ad 2008-10-21T19:13:56Z 2008-10-04T00:49:22Z

<div>How do you stop from getting dizzy when you fire hoop???</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 11 replies </div>

*Roxstar* 2008-10-04T00:49:22Z Daydream Believer http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/d3a43cd0-f40e-4c95-a52c-e01e8987505c 2008-09-28T22:09:32Z 2008-09-02T19:20:19Z

<div>I have noticed that a lot of people have made their own hoops. How do you do this? <br/> <br/>Are there directions on the internet somewhere? <br/> <br/>Thanks <br/>April </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 2 replies </div>

Daydream Believer 2008-09-02T19:20:19Z Melissa - Hex http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/1afe5133-ed7c-4924-8427-aae83c61f435 2008-09-25T22:03:00Z 2008-09-12T19:34:54Z

<div>I came across this today while trolling the internet and thought I'd share with the community. <br/> <br/>http://shirt.woot.com <br/> <br/>Woot's shirts often make me smile, and they usually are of a slightly "geeky" nature, which is great for me because I'm all sorts of geeky! I thought this was a beautiful thing to wake up and find on a Friday morning, and I instantly thought of this Tribe. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 5 replies </div>

Melissa - Hex 2008-09-12T19:34:54Z chrisi_shock http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/94e63ed3-487f-48f7-9267-677ead982cc4 2008-09-15T04:26:04Z 2008-08-30T18:40:51Z

<div>So I have a fire hoop that has a little wear and tear. Two of the wicks are coming unraveled. Does anyone know what I can use to fix it (flame-proof thread?) or do I have to order new wicks? <br/> <br/>Thanks!!!! So stoked to get this fully fired up! it's just not the same with only 4 lit :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 4 replies </div>

chrisi_shock 2008-08-30T18:40:51Z Melissa http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/5a30c2f4-60bc-4b72-85f1-ee0716782861 2008-09-13T23:52:15Z 2008-08-13T02:33:02Z

<div>I just made my first fire hoop, but I think I need to tweak it a little bit before I take it out to Burning Man. I have two questions. 1) Approximately how long should I make the spokes ( mine are too short I think) and 2) what should I wrap the hoop with? I currently have mine wrapped in Duck Tape, but I think I could do better. Would electrical tape be a better choice? Thank you all for your help. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 7 replies </div>

Melissa 2008-08-13T02:33:02Z Gina http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/c7b2f283-8cfa-4926-9d6a-c1ce8fa2683c 2008-09-13T23:45:59Z 2008-09-01T18:04:45Z

<div>I just got my fire hoop, I have lit up twice. I used lamp oil the first time and just sprayed and quickly dipped them. They only stayed lit for about a minute. Then I let them soak in the oil over night and then took them out. They sat for about a day, then that night I dipped them for a minute or so, spun off, and lit up. They lasted a little longer, but it was still only about a minute, and the flame isn't very bright. I have Kevlar wicks, and am using ultra pure lamp oil. If anyone could give me suggestions on types of fuel to use for the longest, brightest burn I would really appreciate it. Thank you. I send good energy and love emanating outward through the web. Namaste, beautiful, intelligent Being. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 5 replies </div>

Gina 2008-09-01T18:04:45Z Charlotte http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/55801828-73d7-48cb-ae72-efab44e9f38d 2008-09-10T21:19:32Z 2008-09-10T21:19:32Z

<div>my 7th burn with the hoop at a celeb wedding, awesome gig and think I span ok.. <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZJ1uqrALyg</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

Charlotte 2008-09-10T21:19:32Z Charlotte http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3753df3b-6552-4283-8044-743a62f18a07 2008-09-01T16:26:49Z 2008-08-31T20:45:22Z

<div>Hiya, I might have a fire hoop performance coming up possibly on Sunday and I have lovely long hair. What can I do with it to still look lady like but not loose it? <br/>does anyone know of fire proof wigs? <br/> <br/>thanks <br/>Hoopchar.xxx</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 3 replies </div>

Charlotte 2008-08-31T20:45:22Z Krista http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/033d16ea-e077-4d03-8355-356d86743cbf 2008-08-21T18:39:56Z 2008-08-10T21:49:35Z

<div>my sleeves are getting kind of stinky- is it okay to hand wash them with soap and water? will this shorten their effectiveness? thanks!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 5 replies </div>

Krista 2008-08-10T21:49:35Z solluna http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/254786c1-73e4-40de-a771-76fc77ed3d00 2008-08-07T16:12:50Z 2008-08-07T16:12:50Z

<div>Hello lovely ladies (and gentlemen?)! <br/> <br/>I have had shipping mishaps with my fire hoop and am in dire need of a hoop for my performance with Nick Woolsey at the Halifax Busker Festival! I am seeking a hoop to borrow/rent asap for a few days until mine arrives in the mail! <br/> <br/>If you are able to help us, please contact me by email at palidances@gmail.com! Thank you!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

solluna 2008-08-07T16:12:50Z atcandela http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/96542afc-52f8-473a-9f98-13e275b8ea96 2008-08-04T02:55:59Z 2008-07-31T07:18:51Z

<div> <br/> <br/> I've seen this powder used on poi and staves to give a "sparkle effect" even some dramatic color depending on the chemical make-up <br/> of the powder. <br/> But heard that this could damage the wicks after a few uses, and is highly toxic with it's fumes. <br/> And quite a bit costly for a few ounces. <br/> <br/> If anyone can verify this info I would like to look further into it's possible uses? <br/> much thanks in advance... :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 4 replies </div>

atcandela 2008-07-31T07:18:51Z Brandy! http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/cb2a257d-c444-4cdf-bd70-6787f85184f7 2008-08-03T14:45:08Z 2008-07-29T15:44:27Z

<div>Does it exist? <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 11 replies </div>

Brandy! 2008-07-29T15:44:27Z Sarah http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/a12386aa-77f6-480c-8fa1-ef2eec09bebc 2008-08-01T21:34:20Z 2008-08-01T02:37:03Z

<div>Does anyone make fire hoops or have a suggestion on where I could buy one? I'm not sure if I am up to the challenge of making one myself. Thanks <br/>-Sarah</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 3 replies </div>

Sarah 2008-08-01T02:37:03Z National Fire Performance League http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/7c5fef52-af98-4f99-a650-398989aec6ee 2008-07-31T14:01:08Z 2008-07-31T14:01:08Z

<div>Hello fellow fire fanatics! <br/>This is an automated reply. Please join our tribe and stay tuned for updates on the upcoming NFPL Championship and tubing campout to be held Sept 26-28th on the beautiful Guadalupe River in New Braunfels ,Texas. <br/> <br/>We are currently seeking DJs who may wish to promote themselves by providing music for the competition in exchange for the spotlight. We will need a link to review their music and their contact info. If you intend to use an independent DJ or band for your music, weather live or recorded, that may wish to be promoted and entered as an independent , there will be professional scouts attending the event who will be seeking musicians for future gigs. Pass the wordand help your musician friends get promoted! <br/> <br/>We are also seeking judges for the duration of the event. If you or someone you know would be a good , unbiased, and fair judge,and may have expertise in performance art, martial arts, staging events, and especially the fire arts, let us know. We would like to receive a bio about them and why they would be a good judge. Entrants will be scored on technicality, form, costuming, stage presence, originality, musical accompaniment, and professionalism. Judges will not be allowed to perform in categories they will be judging. <br/> <br/> Prices are $40 per person/per night and includes Membership to the NFPL for one year, entry into the championship, camping ,and tubing and shuttle service on the river. For Spectators, $30 per person/per night includes Membership to the NFPL for one year,camping ,and tubing and shuttle service on the river.Its gonna be a great time, so come out and enjoy what is sure to be a great time and great show. <br/> <br/>For Championship entrants, there will be many male , female , pair, and troupe, categories to choose from, dependent on what fire tools you exhibit and number of performers in each routine. If you have a fire tool that is original or not listed , let us know and we will include it/them. If you use props such as structures or pyrotechnics, let us know the nature of these features and any space requirements.Please read our profile and be practicing your routines. You may enter as many categories as you wish.If you have your own music you wish to use in performance, please have it on CD or Ipod and ready to go. We will post entrant forms to bring with you to the show, so stay tuned! <br/> <br/>Thank-you all for the amazing number of responses we have gotten. Space is limited to 2500 people at the event , so RSVP ASAP! We will try to answer all your questions in our updates. Tickets will be sold at the gate and it is recommended to let us know how many in your group , both performers and spectators, will be attending. <br/> <br/>Firey Cheers! <br/>National Fire Performance League <br/> <br/>fireperformers@hotmail.com <br/>http://austin.tribe.net/fireperformers - search for National Fire Performance League <br/>http://www.myspace.com/fireperformers</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

National Fire Performance League 2008-07-31T14:01:08Z National Fire Performance League http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/e6b944b9-e946-4aaf-98ae-a21e959fa70e 2008-07-31T14:00:44Z 2008-07-31T14:00:44Z

<div>Hello fellow fire fanatics! <br/>This is an automated reply. Please join our tribe and stay tuned for updates on the upcoming NFPL Championship and tubing campout to be held Sept 26-28th on the beautiful Guadalupe River in New Braunfels ,Texas. <br/> <br/>We are currently seeking DJs who may wish to promote themselves by providing music for the competition in exchange for the spotlight. We will need a link to review their music and their contact info. If you intend to use an independent DJ or band for your music, weather live or recorded, that may wish to be promoted and entered as an independent , there will be professional scouts attending the event who will be seeking musicians for future gigs. Pass the wordand help your musician friends get promoted! <br/> <br/>We are also seeking judges for the duration of the event. If you or someone you know would be a good , unbiased, and fair judge,and may have expertise in performance art, martial arts, staging events, and especially the fire arts, let us know. We would like to receive a bio about them and why they would be a good judge. Entrants will be scored on technicality, form, costuming, stage presence, originality, musical accompaniment, and professionalism. Judges will not be allowed to perform in categories they will be judging. <br/> <br/> Prices are $40 per person/per night and includes Membership to the NFPL for one year, entry into the championship, camping ,and tubing and shuttle service on the river. For Spectators, $30 per person/per night includes Membership to the NFPL for one year,camping ,and tubing and shuttle service on the river.Its gonna be a great time, so come out and enjoy what is sure to be a great time and great show. <br/> <br/>For Championship entrants, there will be many male , female , pair, and troupe, categories to choose from, dependent on what fire tools you exhibit and number of performers in each routine. If you have a fire tool that is original or not listed , let us know and we will include it/them. If you use props such as structures or pyrotechnics, let us know the nature of these features and any space requirements.Please read our profile and be practicing your routines. You may enter as many categories as you wish.If you have your own music you wish to use in performance, please have it on CD or Ipod and ready to go. We will post entrant forms to bring with you to the show, so stay tuned! <br/> <br/>Thank-you all for the amazing number of responses we have gotten. Space is limited to 2500 people at the event , so RSVP ASAP! We will try to answer all your questions in our updates. Tickets will be sold at the gate and it is recommended to let us know how many in your group , both performers and spectators, will be attending. <br/> <br/>Firey Cheers! <br/>National Fire Performance League <br/> <br/>fireperformers@hotmail.com <br/>http://austin.tribe.net/fireperformers - search for National Fire Performance League <br/>http://www.myspace.com/fireperformers</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

National Fire Performance League 2008-07-31T14:00:44Z Caitlin http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/c8c68300-12b0-4f35-b211-4032137fdced 2008-07-31T02:00:05Z 2008-07-30T14:14:05Z

<div>I have a problem... every time I fire hoop the spokes only stay lit for about a minute. I've tried soaking the wicks for a little bit before lighting up but that doesn't seem to help. I'm using Coleman's camp fuel. I was wondering if maybe there's something faulty about my wicks...? It's really tedious to have to keep dipping the wicks every time they go out and it makes it really tough to practice. Any thoughts.....?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 8 replies </div>

Caitlin 2008-07-30T14:14:05Z Loveyboo http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/75bacd5f-ab19-4195-b51a-68b6666e3b5c 2008-07-29T18:41:26Z 2008-07-14T20:15:54Z

<div>My fire hoop was stolen this past weekend at Allgood, and i have an event this friday! I still have the wicks/spines, but not too sure how to attatch them to a new hoop or what hardware i need. Any help at all would be appreciated! My originial hoop was from trick concepts...if this helps with wick description. Thanks and Happy Hooping!!!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 2 replies </div>

Loveyboo 2008-07-14T20:15:54Z Griffin http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3a490bff-17a5-4829-a800-d3c4f1520a5d 2008-07-25T19:13:43Z 2008-07-11T17:19:23Z

<div>We've got fire permits for our day on the beach bonfire on July 26th on Del Monte Beach in Monterey. <br/> <br/>We'll have music and art from 10am-10pm, maybe even some live music. This is an officially recognized burning man event, so we're fully permitted. We're working on a location for an after party. If we get it, we will likely have space to play with fire there too, but no guarantees. <br/> <br/>go to www.mpyreburn.com for information about the event, and sign up for the tribe at http://tribes.tribe.net/m-pyre-bonfire?_click_path=Application%5Btribe%5D.Tribe%5B3db3defb-b433-4c23-89b3-5faa2d931373%5D to let us know your coming and to discuss whatever you want about the event. <br/> <br/>Again, we've got permits for fire, even during this fire season, so this is a rare opportunity to legally spin fire!!! So come out and help light up the beach. <br/> <br/>If your interested in bringing some fire out, find Lumina in my friends, and let her know. She's coordinating fire folks. <br/> <br/>See you all there!!!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 1 reply </div>

Griffin 2008-07-11T17:19:23Z http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/ba53cf02-4257-4653-a7de-bc5ddcf39223 2008-07-24T17:14:25Z 2008-06-06T06:51:41Z

<div>So sad, I bought a fire hoop and over the last 6 months - I have had 7 spokes/spines snap. I don't want to go into the particulars here, except in my humble opinion (and that of a couple of engineer friends of mine) is that there is a flaw with the design. Need to have a firehoop that I can count on for upcoming events. <br/>I am not rough and abusive but have been known to loose my grip from time to time and hoop flies, nothing out of the ordinary at all - still the wicks end up flying off - danger Will Robinson - danger indeed. <br/>So, tell me what spoke/spine set ups you all enjoy and count on. Need to resolve this issue soon!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 14 replies </div>

2008-06-06T06:51:41Z Curlywhirl http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/a9ff9fe0-a4e5-4c52-9b74-f124dd68d078 2008-07-21T18:11:02Z 2008-07-19T22:22:33Z

<div>Hello beautiful fire aficionados! <br/> <br/>I am an avid hooper and have decided to buy my first fire hoop (yay - so excited!) I wanted to be sure i was really secure in my hooping before purchasing my fire toy, and now I feel ready. My question is regarding spine length. The company I'm ordering my hoop from (http://www.trickconcepts.com/hoops.aspx) has spines available in 3 lengths: 6.5" (165mm), 8.5" (216mm) and 10.5" (267mm) long. I have pretty much ruled out the longest length, but am torn between the short &amp; medium length. My understanding is that the shorter length will give me greater freedom with vertical moves, but it will also be significantly closer to my body. I'm leaning towards the medium, but don't want to regret getting wicks that are too long. I was wondering what everyone's experiences were with different spine lengths and would love any recommendations for my first fire hoop! <br/> <br/>Thanks everyone, your thoughts are much appreciated! <br/> <br/>Oh, p.s. - I will be ordering the 40" diameter hoop (I think....44" seems really big! But is bigger better with fire?)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 5 replies </div>

Curlywhirl 2008-07-19T22:22:33Z Emily http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/076f6dbd-0492-4fe2-bc2d-8060de8b913f 2008-07-17T20:39:50Z 2008-07-15T22:33:24Z

<div>I'm getting ready to make my first hoop with removable spines, so I'm trying to find speednuts... The bolts I use are 3/8, and can't find speednuts big enough! I tried Lowes (they have speednuts, but none that big), Home Depot (they don't carry speednuts) Autozone (again, no speednuts), and a few places online. Do speednuts of this size even exist, or am I just going to have to use smaller bolts? What size bolts do you guys normally use? I'm ok with using thinner bolts, but it seems like the thinner ones don't get longer than about 6 inches, (which is about 3 inches once the wick is on and the bolt is going through the hoop) and I'm afraid to have the fire that close to the hoop... both for my comfort and so the tape/ hoop doesn't melt. <br/>Suggestions??</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 4 replies </div>

Emily 2008-07-15T22:33:24Z Caitlin http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/c23ceea3-cfcc-49a9-921e-62547eb6ae4b 2008-07-16T12:28:54Z 2008-06-01T15:33:08Z

<div>So I just lit up my fire hoop for the first time the other night and freaked out! I guess I kind of forgot how much I am not comfortable with fire. It seemed so close to me...like the flames were going to jump out and grab me...or burn my hands as I was holding the hoop. I tried with one wick lit but it was still panic inducing. I really want to do this but it is proving a lot more difficult than I thought. How easy is it to get burned? Does anyone have any advice? Help!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 23 replies </div>

Caitlin 2008-06-01T15:33:08Z Carrin http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/94a4ee3c-ec2c-43f2-96fd-44aad9aace9b 2008-07-08T23:08:33Z 2008-07-08T16:24:56Z

<div>I have been out of hooping for a while now. I had some surgery in December, and I didn't really start hooping again until about the end of May. Since Dec I've put on A LOT of weight, I have been out of work for almost 3 months now, and to say I've been depressed is putting it very lightly. <br/> <br/>BUT, I went to Decompression 2 weekends ago (for Burning FLipside, the big Texas regional burn) and found my flow again. I hadn't fire hooped well in a very long while, and for some reason, it just came back to me at Decompression. I performed this past Sunday at The Tri-Cult Devival (www.devival.com) here in Austin, and it was so much fun! <br/> <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVrz_lYZQ04 <br/> <br/>It's been really good for me to refind my flow, it is the only time I'm really happy right now. I've still got a lot of work, I need to get more comfortable with some of the moves I already do, and learn some new ones. But that is less important to me right now than the fact that I am comfortable again, and that I enjoy it WHILE I'm doing it.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 1 reply </div>

Carrin 2008-07-08T16:24:56Z MaiaAlexandra http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/45e924f8-dbe0-4057-8ac3-95c57be5d575 2008-07-06T01:47:30Z 2008-04-15T19:49:12Z

<div>My mom asked me what I wanted for my birthday this year- and I really want both a fire hoop, and an LED hoop. I'd feel pretty silly asking for both for one present, and I can't really spring for one on my own. So then I found the Super Wicket. I've searched all over this tribe- maybe I'm blind, but I can't seem to find a review for this hoop by SuperHooper.org? <br/> <br/>Does anyone have one? Do you like it? Can you tell me about it? I'd **love** to be able to hoop with fire, but also be able to take the spines off and go clubbing when I want to. Is this hoop really OK to do that? Is it durable? Should I just choose one or the other and fuggedabboutit? <br/> <br/>Thanks Hooping friends! :></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 12 replies </div>

MaiaAlexandra 2008-04-15T19:49:12Z JaeNine http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/8fc12f5e-7bbc-4438-81ad-275922573d77 2008-07-03T21:37:44Z 2008-07-02T06:05:18Z

<div>Hi All, <br/>I'm new to hooping and I would like to learn to fire hoop. (It looks awesome!!) I have a couple of questions for anyone that feel like answering them. <br/> <br/>First, like I said, I'm new to hooping, is the weight significantly different with a fire hoop (balance wise)? <br/> <br/>Is the weight transition very awkward (from no fire hoop to fire hoop)? <br/> <br/>When purchasing a fire hoop, should it be the same size as my regular hoop? <br/> <br/>I know I will have to practice a great deal with a fire hoop before lighting it and I want to be able to be decent with it by October. Would it best to get it now (so I can alternate practicing with the fire hoop and the regular hoop) or should I wait and practice with my regular hoop a little longer first? (I know this is relative but personal experiences would be very helpful in regards to this question.) <br/> <br/>Thanks much for your help. <br/>G-Nee</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 2 replies </div>

JaeNine 2008-07-02T06:05:18Z Rebecca http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/5cead377-0b74-44eb-baed-a8d310c6751b 2008-07-03T15:20:30Z 2008-03-28T18:32:17Z

<div>Hey Fire Hoopers! Get your burn on! <br/> <br/>I have a few cute fire hooping bumper stickers coming out.. the first of which is now available! Sticker measure 3" x 5" and are 3.00 each (includes shipping) or 2.50 at Convergence. <br/> <br/>Check it out! <br/>http://people.tribe.net/ef82316c-1161-4df6-9054-86cfc1596468/photos/5d30d8a2-ca75-4a1e-8257-308987c1ce35 <br/> <br/>Thanks~ <br/>Rebecca</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 3 replies </div>

Rebecca 2008-03-28T18:32:17Z Eva http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/1403dac0-b91d-44b9-8e74-f50838813c28 2008-06-30T10:19:50Z 2008-06-30T10:19:50Z

<div>http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=18195317</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

Eva 2008-06-30T10:19:50Z Chelsea http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/c4108849-ac83-45d2-9d23-b2d8dfc83608 2008-06-10T04:52:44Z 2008-05-09T17:35:38Z

<div>I need to make a fire hoop before next week and I am short on funds. Can anyone tell me about how much supplies cost to make my own and if anyone has any suggestions on materials I would greatly appreciate it. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 7 replies </div>

Chelsea 2008-05-09T17:35:38Z Sarah http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/3cc24316-b90f-4572-9c8b-53e6a6efe2fc 2008-06-02T19:53:19Z 2008-06-02T19:53:19Z

<div>Just wanting to find out if anybody is in the indianapolis area interested in this. went last night and had some fire staff and poi but no fire hoops. i really want to try one out before i invest in making one cuz cash is low right now anyway. <br/> <br/>Re: Spin Jams at White River every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the Month <br/>UPDATE: <br/> <br/>We have decided to hold spin jams on the first and third sunday of every month. Location is the white river state park, at the end of the canal, near the art bridge to the zoo, in the clearing of the horseshoe shaped, limestone beset amphitheater that overlooks the white river. Or just follow the sound of the drums.... that can work too. We begin about half an hour or so before sunset, and continue for an undetermined amount of time... (this changes every spin jam) but generally we are there for at least two hours or more.... <br/> <br/>Everyone is welcome, even those who have never been exposed to something like this. SO! Bring out your toys n fuel, your drums, something to sit on (if you dont want to sit on stone or grass) and play with us. Don't forget your smiles, either. Oh, and something to drink... thats generally important, too. <br/> <br/>Remember, first and third sunday of each month, about sunset, till the fires go out. Hope to see y'all there. <br/> <br/>(yes, I said y'all.... dont hold that against me) <br/>reply to this post </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

Sarah 2008-06-02T19:53:19Z Emily http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/1f6f483f-fdf3-4ca5-93c1-23c395ede048 2008-06-02T14:10:54Z 2008-06-02T14:10:54Z

<div>Hey guys, <br/>I'm somewhat new to fire-hooping, but I'm already addicted to it. I live in Sarasota, and have found some people to hoop and fire hoop with here, but in a couple weeks I'll be doing an internship in the Keys for a month. I really really want to bring my fire hoop, but I don't feel that I'm an experienced enough burner to burn on my own, or with only a safety who has no idea what he or she is doing. <br/>So, are any of you in the area? Even in the Miami area? Know any beaches where burning is allowed? </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

Emily 2008-06-02T14:10:54Z Emily http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/fd5cf9de-9b19-4328-b0a0-95a394b17f93 2008-05-05T15:42:06Z 2008-05-02T14:31:46Z

<div>I just built my very first fire hoop!! :) I haven't had the chance to try it out on fire yet, but soon I hope. <br/>I wasn't really going off any particular design (I basically put big 8.5" carriage bolts through the tubing and secured them with epoxy, and put wics on the end of those). The epoxy seems to be quite sturdy, my only issue is that because of the thickness of the carriage bolts I chose, the hoop came out SUPER HEAVY. I've nick-named it The Beast. <br/>I'm not quite sure how I'm going to do anything but waist hoop with it... It refuses to even stay up around my knees. Has anyone ever used an incredibly heavy fire hoop (or normal hoop) before? Is it a matter of practice, or is it always just going to be tricky?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 3 replies </div>

Emily 2008-05-02T14:31:46Z Hulamonster http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/049d73cc-0e64-471c-875c-aab78994078b 2008-04-30T18:36:31Z 2008-02-22T16:25:09Z

<div>Hi Beautiful Fire Hoopers! <br/> <br/>I've just started fire hooping, and I'm wondering what tricks you would recommend. I know there are some moves that should not be attempted with a fire hoop (I read a list of these in a previous thread). But I'm hoping you can tell me which tricks are great ones for fire hooping. I think the 'float up' and continuous float up/ float down tricks looks good. Obviously, waist and leg hooping works well with fire. I attempted some off body movements last night, but the fire was a little too close for comfort for me. Specifically, I was trying to get the hoop from an isolation back to my waist and had a nerve-wracking moment. <br/> <br/>So, I'm wondering if you could recommend a few tricks to start off with. Which ones work well with fire?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 22 replies </div>

Hulamonster 2008-02-22T16:25:09Z Brandy! http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/400e598d-5f35-4ab3-b4df-56d38f328278 2008-04-29T00:37:58Z 2008-04-28T18:56:30Z

<div>Hi gang - <br/> <br/>Just curious... I'm really diggin' and getting into wearing clothing made out of bamboo, hemp, etc. Especially my yoga gear. <br/> <br/> <br/>Is this safe to spin fire with?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 4 replies </div>

Brandy! 2008-04-28T18:56:30Z brandonhuston http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/cd8c9eb5-7995-4024-9b8b-6be41a93a472 2008-04-28T15:48:24Z 2008-03-25T20:01:27Z

<div>After a while of testing I am now making Collapsible fire hoops out of 100 PSI tubing. <br/> <br/>The collapsible fire hoops have flexible removeable spines and weighing in at 1 pound 11 ounces for a 39" hoop. <br/> <br/>http://www.thespinsterz.com/build_a_hoop.htm</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 3 replies </div>

brandonhuston 2008-03-25T20:01:27Z Diane http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/b14a04fe-403c-4150-9a67-6436d2a85b75 2008-04-19T08:19:32Z 2008-04-15T22:54:12Z

<div>springtime has finally come to buffalo. i think we're finally past the hump of the last snow... <br/> <br/>with springtime comes my tax return. so i'm buying my first fire hoop. *claps hands with joy* <br/> <br/>my boyfriend spins poi, so he'll be able to teach me fire safety things, but i wanted to ask hoopers what hoop to buy. or what hoop not to buy. help me! thanks! :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 3 replies </div>

Diane 2008-04-15T22:54:12Z http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/6d5c497e-f2a9-4c8f-bd94-b872dec22722 2008-04-16T05:05:42Z 2007-07-12T16:43:44Z

<div>are there any fire hoopers in montreal? I can hoop with a non-fire hoop but I'd love to try out the fire version before I make/buy my own</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 3 replies </div>

2007-07-12T16:43:44Z brandonhuston http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/c396be90-c518-48fd-8c61-184e9c536ce2 2008-04-16T01:26:47Z 2008-03-19T06:56:02Z

<div>I am offering a "build your own fire hoop" option on my website http://www.thespinsterz.com/build_a_hoop.htm and I wanted to get your opinion on the ease of use, feel and look of it. <br/> <br/>Does it make sense? <br/>Are there too many options? <br/>Do you think a newbie hooper will be able to select what they want? <br/>overwhelming? <br/>or just right and awesome!? <br/>Price? <br/> <br/>thanks for your time, <br/>Brandon</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 9 replies </div>

brandonhuston 2008-03-19T06:56:02Z Spinna Sparks http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/800318db-1be8-4559-9761-3769e3d300b4 2008-04-04T22:40:12Z 2007-03-04T01:03:00Z

<div>Just wondering where you guys light up. I live in the city in a uber strict gated community. Plus I live next door to the president of the Home Owners Association. I am afraid to hoop here because I don't even know if its legal. I've heard people talk about permits for their hoops. I tried looking up the city (Shreveport, LA) code. There is lots on burning, and it talks about burning permits, but they are one time permits for burning trash, brush piles, grass etc. There is nothing about fire performance. Any suggestions. What are the rules where you are? Anyone have these permits? So, far the only place I've lit up is at my folks, in the country. I thought about finding some empty parking lot and going for it, but I don't know what the penalty for such things are. Help anyone?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 23 replies </div>

Spinna Sparks 2007-03-04T01:03:00Z Rebecca http://FireHooping.tribe.net/thread/a5fcfac8-3b54-4ccc-850f-93fd71153fcc 2008-04-04T15:14:34Z 2008-04-04T15:14:34Z

<div>Hi Everybody.. so our fire collective is trying to get organized... and in doing so.. we are wanting to put together a media kit. I have the skills to do so, but I have never put together one before. I was hoping to get some advise and/or some examples of what other conclaves or collectives have done. <br/> <br/>Thanks for your help in advance, <br/>Rebecca</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://FireHooping.tribe.net">Fire Hooping</a> - 0 replies </div>

Rebecca 2008-04-04T15:14:34Z