Staff fire contact Gora
Staff sold individually , equipped with Kevlar wicks. Flowers are not included.
Fire Contact Staff:
This Gora staff is a model that turns and rolls smoothly compared to a normal staff. Its mass drives it into rotation and will allow you to be fluid in your movements. Its internal structure is made of 7075 aluminum. This aluminum is rigid and does not twist easily while being light .
The ends of the stick are made of turned steel which gives it good inertia when rotating.
Comfort is ensured by its extruded EPDM rubber grip.
Technical characteristics:
- Stick length (Kevlar head not included): 130cm.
- Grip length: 92cm.
- Wicks: 2 x 10cm wide.
- Total length of staff: 1.50m.
- Structure: 7075 aluminum.
- Weight: 855g.
- Grip: extruded EPDM rubber.
- Tube diameter: approximately 28mm with grip.
- Wick diameter: 5cm.
- Sold without flowers. The flowers sold as an option can be removed or moved along the staff
The flowers (sold as an option but shown in the photos) can be removed using snaps, which allows you to play on the rotation of your staff. It will have more inertia if you detach the flowers.
For what type of practice?
The fire contact staff is aimed at an adult professional audience wishing to practice with rather slow and precise movements. This staff is heavier, which allows it to be maneuverable.
Tips for using fire staff:
Gora gives some usage tips to increase the lifespan of your staff. Professionals are used to this kind of advice, but we can never repeat it enough...
When soaking your wicks, soak them 3/4 full, this will give the Kevlar time to absorb all the fuel and prevent it from leaking and running onto the silicone (the grip of your fire staff). It is important to know that the silicone that makes up the grip of the staff is heat resistant but not flame resistant. Also, be careful not to let any fuel run onto the grip of the staff. This could encourage flames to spread onto the silicone grip and cause deformation or premature wear of your grip.
- Never use fuel such as white spirit, benzene or any other alcohol-based fuel. Preferably use dearomatized petroleum. The latter produces a very yellow flame called "cold". If you have a blue or transparent flame, this means that you are not using the right fuel, do not insist and check your fuel.
- Do not hold the staff in a static vertical position, always keep it moving or in a horizontal position so that the flames do not damage the structure or elements of your staff such as its grip for example.
- Handle the grip with care to ensure a long life.
🔥 Maintenance Tips – Fire Equipment 🔥
To extend the life of your fire staff (and any other equipment with silicone parts), follow these recommendations:
🚫 Avoid completely submerging the equipment in the fuel , this can damage the silicone.
🌬️ Do not store your equipment in an airtight bag or box. Fuel residue may diffuse into the silicone and deteriorate it.
✅ Prefer storage in a well-ventilated bag , such as those designed for this purpose (e.g.: Gora bags).
⚠️ Do not leave your equipment soaked in fuel after use. A single prolonged exposure can be enough to damage the silicone.
By following these tips, you will preserve the quality and performance of your equipment for longer. 🔥
Gora Fire Juggling Manufacturer Information:
Gora is a manufacturer of high-end fire equipment and a renowned artist. He delivers here, as usual, an article that is both robust and comfortable to handle and will appeal to both novices and professionals.
Hello, I have never practiced anything like this but I would like to try it, I am a magician and have already manipulated fire during close-up shows.
I would like to know if there is any advice to have before starting basic training.
I recommend doing a quick search on a search engine using the keywords: "beginner tutorial contact staff." It's perfectly possible to get started without directly investing in specialized equipment. For example, a broom handle can do the trick. You can weigh down the ends by salvaging bicycle inner tubes (available for free at most bike shops, as they often throw them away). For added comfort, you can add a tennis racket grip to the middle. The important thing is to make sure you put the same weight of inner tube at each end so that your pole is well balanced. Finally, a small marking in the center with adhesive tape will allow you to easily identify the center of gravity.
Does the kit to switch from staff to dragon staff work on it?
It won't work on this staff. The staff diameter is too large.