Delphine Longue Club
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Presentation of the Delphine Longue Club
The Delphine Longue club is a juggling club designed to provide exceptional durability and reliable performance. Made with a rigid ash wood core and a molded polyethylene handle, it is designed to withstand frequent impacts and drops, making it ideal for intensive training and professional performances.
Technical characteristics of the Delphine Longue
- Club body diameter (at widest point): 81mm
- Length: 52 cm (20.5 inches)
- Weight: 208 g +/- 5 g
- Materials: Rigid ash wood core, molded polyethylene handle, durable EVA foam tips
- Handle: Smooth polyethylene handle, 21.5 cm (8.5 inches) long
- Balance: Center of gravity optimized for slow and steady rotation
Sustainability and Construction
The Delphine Longue club is known for its robustness , thanks to its rigid ash wood core that provides a solid and stable structure. The molded polyethylene handle ensures increased resistance to wear and tear, while providing a comfortable grip. The foam tips at the ends of the club absorb impacts, protecting the club during frequent falls, which is particularly useful for beginners or during intensive training.
Balance and Weight
Weighing approximately 208 grams, the Delphine Longue is slightly lighter than other clubs such as the PX3 Sirius (220 g). This lightness, combined with an optimized center of gravity, allows for a slow and regular rotation , which is ideal for number juggling (juggling 5 or more clubs). The total length of 52 cm offers a good compromise between maneuverability and stability.
Handle and Comfort of Grip
The molded polyethylene handle is designed to provide a firm and comfortable grip . Unlike wrapped handles, it is less prone to wear and does not require special maintenance. The rigidity of the handle is appreciated by jugglers who prefer a feeling of increased control. The length of the handle, slightly shorter than that of some clubs such as the PX3 or the Pirouette, allows for precise handling and facilitates certain tricks requiring great precision.
Versatility and Recommended Use
The Delphine Longue club is suitable for a wide range of jugglers, from beginners to professionals . It is particularly recommended for:
- Circus schools: Its robustness and resistance to wear make it an ideal choice for intensive use in an educational environment.
- Number Juggling: Its light weight and optimized balance make it easy to juggle 5 or more clubs.
- Intensive practice: Its durability makes it suitable for regular training and repetitions.
- Precision Tricks: The shorter handle and optimized center of gravity allow for tricks that require high precision, such as chin or nose balances.
Comparison with other Clubs
It is useful to compare the Delphine Longue with other popular clubs to better understand its specificities:
Comparison with the PX3 Sirius
- Weight: The Delphine Longue weighs about 208g, while the PX3 Sirius weighs about 220g. The lighter mass of the Delphine makes juggling numbers easier.
- Core Material: The Delphine uses a stiff ash wood core, providing a firmer feel, while the PX3 has a PVC core, providing increased flexibility and a slight springiness when landing.
- Handle: The Delphine's handle is molded from polyethylene, and is less prone to wear, while the PX3 has a wrapped handle which can provide a softer feel but requires more maintenance.
Comparison with the Pirouette
- Handle Length: The Delphine has a shorter handle (approximately 21.5 cm) compared to the Pirouette (approximately 24 cm). This difference affects balance and maneuverability, with the Delphine being more suited to precision tricks.
- Balance: The Delphine offers a slower, more consistent rotation, which is beneficial for number juggling, while the Pirouette is known for a faster rotation.
- Maintenance: The Delphine's molded handle requires less maintenance than the Pirouette's wrapped handle.
Instructions for Use and Maintenance
To ensure optimal longevity of your Delphine Longue club:
- Use on suitable surfaces to minimize wear on foam tips.
- Replace the tips before they break because they protect the entire club. If the tips are too worn the rest of the club will wear out prematurely.
- Avoid humid/wet environments which could affect the heartwood.
- Clean the club regularly with a soft cloth to maintain its appearance.
- Store it in a dry place, away from excessive heat.
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Henrys Manufacturer Information
Henrys is a German company renowned for the superior quality of its juggling equipment. For many years, Henrys has been committed to providing equipment designed for intensive use , meeting the requirements of professional jugglers and circus schools around the world. Their products are manufactured with careful attention to detail, ensuring durability, performance and reliability.
Conclusion
The Delphine Longue club is a great choice for jugglers looking for a durable, well-balanced and versatile club. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, it offers reliable performance for training, shows or number juggling. Its robust design and low maintenance requirements make it a lasting investment for your juggling practice.
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Hello, I am a juggler who, like many of us, started with balls. I am at about an intermediate level, but I really like the Henry S Mirage club, which seems to me to be a very good club and a sure value for juggling, and the D clubs would allow me to play on the weight of the clubs, knowing that they are also good clubs, but perhaps less so than the Mirage, and I would like to start working on visual juggling, knowing that I only juggle with three clubs, what should I choose?
It's primarily a matter of taste. In France, most people juggle with Pirouette Training clubs from Henrys. These are excellent clubs for solo juggling but also for passing. Many jugglers use the Pirouette, so when you want to incorporate passing with other jugglers, there's a good chance you'll end up with the same clubs as them for passing, which is quite practical. If you're looking for something more visual, you have the Mirage. Since it's bigger than the Pirouette, it leaves an interesting visual impact. The Albatross, which is rarely used today, has an even more imposing visual, but be careful, it's heavier, which makes it a little more tiring to juggle. Perfect for juggling with 3 clubs but can be a little heavy for juggling with more than 3 clubs. The Mirage offers a good compromise between visual and performance. The Delphine club is rather thin and elegant in its long shape. It's popular for passing with lots of clubs because it's "slightly" lighter than its counterparts. It's also very popular for solo juggling with 5, 6, and 7 clubs. The D-club is interesting for its visual customization properties. You can print and apply your own visuals under the silicone by choosing transparent. They are very good for juggling with 3 clubs. The silicone grips make them very grippy. They are less interesting for juggling with 4 or 5 clubs because they grip a little too much to easily slip out of your hands when holding several in each hand. The PX3 Sirius are closer to the feel you'd find with the Pirouette, they're more robust and durable and have a slightly thinner handle, making it easier to hold multiple clubs in each hand. Its tips are rounder than those of other clubs, making them pleasant to use when swinging... However, the fact that the tips are so round won't make balancing clubs easier. It's difficult to summarize in one answer here, if you have any questions, don't hesitate to give us a call so we can elaborate more on each model.
Hello, I am a juggler who, like many of us, started with balls. I am at about an intermediate level, but I really like the Henry S Mirage club, which seems to me to be a very good club and a sure value for juggling, and the D clubs would allow me to play on the weight of the clubs, knowing that they are also good clubs, but perhaps less so than the Mirage, and I would like to start working on visual juggling, knowing that I only juggle with three clubs, what should I choose?
Good morning,
Wanting to work on the 5 clubs, would you recommend the "D-Club" or the "Delphine"?
Note: I would like to be able to use them in animation with children.
The D-Clubs are excellent for 3-club and club manipulation, but they will be less good for 5-club because they grip a lot in the hands. For 5-club, I recommend you opt for PX3 Sirius which are thin or for Pirouettes Training from Henrys. Both are excellent and used by experienced jugglers. The advantage they have over the Delphines is that they are the most used clubs in Europe, so you end up with the same clubs as everyone else when you do passing, for example. The PX3s are hands down the most rugged on the market. So if you're planning on going all out, that's good to know. Personally, I like their thin handle which makes it easier to hold several clubs in one hand. The long version of the Delphine is also very popular with experienced jugglers. It is often used by jugglers in "solo" mode. Wes Peden uses this club a lot, for example. It is really well balanced for creating numbers and is appreciated by jugglers who will be working with 6 and 7 clubs, for example. The short Delphine is more used in circus schools for children and young people because it is shorter and lighter.