Cotton Poi
Cotton contact poi - soft, flexible and smooth cotton rope poi for anyone learning contact and tech poi. Soft, affordable, balanced. From 48 € a pair.
Very flexible and has a slight stretch, cotton is a solid option that feels really soft in the hands and is affordable. Perfect for most styles of spinning, flowers, weaves, body tracers as well as tangles, whip catches and more, you can't go wrong with cotton. You can even clean your poi in your washing machine!
Will last 1 – 2 years with intensive use.
The 10 mm rope matches exactly our Isis Technora 8 mm, and the 12 mm matches exactly our Gorilla Technora 12 mm.
Rope Diameter
10 mm
The classic that we recommend for pretty much anything.
May feel a little too thin and light for 100 mm balls.
12 mm
A bit more rigid and great for 3 poi, or slow spinning.
Handle Choice
PX3 by PLAY — Classic, simple, adjustable weight. 7 gr
The most basic and efficient knob. With ropes up to 10 mm, there is enough space to secure the rope with a simple knot, allowing you to adjust the total length yourself if needed.
Washers can be added to increase weight. Add a note if needed (1 washer = 3 gr).
Pom Grips by LanternSmith — Soft rubber, ergonomic. 16 gr
A refined version of the PX3. Slightly heavier and more grippy, with a very pleasant texture in the hand. Perfect for small hands and 2 poi in 1 hand work.
Careful: they don't like long exposure to fuel. If left in contact with fuel-soaked heads, they may absorb fuel and become unusable.
Silicone Knobs by PLAY — Trusted for 10+ years, excellent balance. 30 gr
Our best seller and often the favorite for poi juggling. Dense, very durable, very grippy, with great UV colors. Available in two sizes: small version works well with 6 mm rope. The larger hole makes attachment easier, with more space to work.
Careful: prolonged contact with fuel can damage them. If they swell or become squishy, stop using them and contact us.
Widmar XL (3D printed) — Extra squishy, super comfy. 10 gr
Created over 10 years ago by passionate prop maker Justin Widmar, they've been among the most loved handles on the market ever since. Very soft, flat-bottomed, perfect for 2 poi in 1 hand, they naturally catch each other and sit in place.
Not grippy at all, making releases very easy. Gentle on the wrists, even with high throws. Fuel-resistant, tear-resistant, and heat-resistant : practically unbreakable.
Plenty of internal space for a finishing knot with thinner ropes, making length adjustments easy. Weight can be adjusted with washers (1 washer = 5 gr).
Ball Choice
90 mm — 170 gr
The most common choice. Fits almost everyone unless you prefer very heavy poi. Slightly squishy and forgiving on impact. Ideal size for catching the head which is harder to do with 100 mm.
100 mm — 210 gr
More weight means more control. Great for throws, stalls, and slow spinning. Can feel tiring for fast spinning. Good match for heavier fire heads.
100 mm Glitter — 200 gr
Very pretty. Enough said.
How to choose the right poi length?
The right length depends on your body (arm extended, thumb to chest) and your spinning style: shorter for speed and sharp stops, longer for a slower, more grounded flow.
When in doubt, go longer. You can shorten a rope, you cannot add length. We made this tab to give some reference of the average our customers like, but personal experience and preference go first.
We have a much more complete blog article about this topic: HERE
These ropes shrink 3 to 5 cm over time, which makes this advice even more relevant.
| Your height | Short Poi | Average Poi | Long Poi |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160 cm - 5'3" | 51 cm - 20" | 56 cm - 22" | 61 cm - 24" |
| 170 cm - 5'7" | 54 cm - 21" | 59 cm - 23" | 64 cm - 25" |
| 180 cm - 5'11" | 57 cm - 22.5" | 62 cm - 24.5" | 67 cm - 26.5" |
| 190 cm - 6'3" | 60 cm - 23.5" | 65 cm - 25.5" | 70 cm - 27.5" |
If your height falls between two rows, do a quick rule of three. You're a fire spinner, you can handle this.
Custom
All our fire props are made by hand in our workshop in France! Our team of expert artisans can make pretty much anything you could think of.
Need a custom size or have a question about designs? Contact us at jugglingcalling@gmail.com
Prix : 43,33 €