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Cool Photo from Spin Cycle at Burning Man

Started this discussion. Last reply by Harlow [Hulacination Hoops] Nov 1, 2010. 4 Replies 0 Likes

I took just one photo at the Spin Cycle hoop jam at Burning Man this year. It turned out pretty good so I thought I'd share...…

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At 1:01am on October 7, 2011, Caroleeena of Circles of Joy said…: How did your performance at Burningman go? Do you have any video? I'd love to see. I was thinking of you that Saturday night. I bet you were amazing.

At 11:30am on June 21, 2011, Amy of The Hoop Movement* said…: We were on a grass patch between Nathan's and Beer Beach or whatever it's called... Probably not far from you! We had fun; wish we had seen you later, though!! :)

At 8:37am on June 21, 2011, Amy of The Hoop Movement* said…: RANDY!! Sorry I never replied about the Mermaid Parade! I ended up going with Rob... We saw you rocking out in the parade!! :) Next year, let's organize an all-out hooping mermaid spectacle!! :)

At 1:11pm on June 6, 2011, teresalee888 said…: Thanks for emailing me! Our director is loving the idea of hilighting hoopers in our next video - I'm obsessed with watching youtube videos with hoopers!

At 10:57am on June 6, 2011, teresalee888 said…: Hey Randy. I'm in a band and we're shooting a music video this Saturday. We want to feature hoopers - any chance you're in the NYC area and interested in being in a fun video for an indie band?

Email me! info@Paperdollband.com

teresa

At 2:06am on May 30, 2011, Olive Oyl of Harmonic Hoops said…: good eye! you are right. I do hoop to the left, and spin on my wheel to the right. I noticed it right away when spinning to the right was easier and I thought it was totally weird!

xoxo

At 10:05am on May 21, 2011, Tara said…: Awesome to hoop with you at Convergence. Next time we'll make sure to say a proper hello. Lots of love!

At 7:42pm on May 19, 2011, Miss Hoopstress *HomeSpun Hoops* said…: hi Randy!!! Awesome to meet you! Come visit anytime!

At 3:36pm on May 19, 2011, Caroleeena of Circles of Joy said…: You are way ahead of me! Go Randy. Please give my regards to Chad Bennett, who hosts Wildfire. I love him and I was sad I couldn't go this time. (And kinda glad now. I am so sore! You are a superman!)

At 2:03pm on May 19, 2011, Caroleeena of Circles of Joy said…: Definitely check out Brandy Hug's photo album on facebook. She got some great shots of you. I haven't found the peanut dressing recipe yet but I must confess that I'm procrastinating on the unpacking. It's out of the car and about 20% is put away. It's amazing how much stuff I take there!!! I'll find it though and share it. I ate that stuff on EVERYTHING!

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Randy Kato replied to the discussion 'Fueling Up Troubles'

"Another way - when there's no good spin off area/option - is to use chemical gloves to squeeze excess fuel out of the wicks. Just use one squeezing hand with a glove as you'll want to keep the other hand "clean" to handle the…"

May 24

Randy Kato commented on the group 'Hoop Convergence'

"I will be vending at HC with some stock hoops, but the price with this discount (see previous comment) is a bit cheaper than if you buy on-site. Also, I will not be crafting hoops on-site, so if you want a custom size or configuration contact me -…"

May 1

Randy Kato replied to the discussion 'Any hoopers NOT like fire hooping?'

"When I first started fire hooping I did find it limiting, but after picking up other fire props and doing more fire hooping I now love it as its own thing...separate from "regular" hooping. I kind of consider the fire hoop a different prop…"

Apr 25

Randy Kato replied to the discussion 'Polypro sizing'

"Are you ordering a hoop or tubing to make a hoop? The 5/8" OD is referring to the size of the tubing. It sounds like you're asking about the size/diameter of the hoop itself... that's usually measured as the outer diameter (OD), but…"

Apr 23

Randy Kato commented on the group 'NYC Area Hoopers'

"Hey Hoopers! I've got something to brighten up this dreary day: colorful UV-reactive polypro hoops! AND, all my polypro hoops have come down in price. Now you can have natural polypro hoops for $20, collapsible for $40, and UV-reactive color…"

Apr 22

Randy Kato commented on the group 'Hoop Convergence'

"Hey Hoopers! Can't wait to spin with you all in less than a month. I also wanted to offer you all a special deal - if you order one of my custom collapsible polypro hoops (now available in UV-reactive colors) you'll get 10% off and…"

Apr 20

Randy Kato replied to the discussion 'Moodhoops Grip Tape'

"If it's a single strip on the inside of the hoop, and you decide to re-tape it that way, the key is to not stretch the tape when you put it on. If you stretch it, it will try to contract back to it's original length, essentially pulling…"

Apr 2

Randy Kato replied to the discussion 'Love/Hate relationship with Flexible Spines'

"Well, I do a lot of breaks too, and tosses (...drops), so I'm not sure that's necessarily it. How do you store the hoop? I pretty much always hang it up or lay it flat so the weight isn't resting on the wicks/spines."

Mar 20

Randy Kato replied to the discussion 'Love/Hate relationship with Flexible Spines'

"I've had quick wicks for over a year and I beat my hoops up... in fact they've outlasted the hoops they were on. That said, I've heard this complaint from others as well. What kind of fuel are you using? Since you say you're…"

Mar 20

Randy Kato replied to the discussion 'How to make a NICE fire hoop.'

"Any particular reason you want a fixed wick hoop? You say you want to be able to downsize and play with multiple hoops - this sounds like a perfect job for quick wicks. After all, the most expensive part of a fire hoop is the wicks, so with one set…"

Mar 9

Randy Kato replied to the discussion 'polypro questions.'

"Double-check both hoops for size - use a measuring tape and measure all the way around the outside of the hoop then divide by pi (3.14). That will give you the actual size and you'll know if it's the new one or the old one (or both) that…"

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Mar 2

Randy Kato replied to the discussion 'Traveling and Flying with your Hoops'

"I make and use my own multi-segment collapsible polypros. A 34" can break down into 6 segments that are 18" long and fit into a backpack, carry-on, etc. Paired with quick wicks it's the ultimate travel fire hoop. My hooper friends…"

Mar 2

Randy Kato replied to the discussion 'Fire hoop self downsize?'

"I would recommend getting a new hoop and selling this one as well. If you knew how to properly/safely downsize your hoop, you'd know how to build your own. Since that's not the case I'd say leave it alone. If you get a new hoop,…"

Feb 22

Randy Kato replied to the discussion 'Polypro connection driving me insane HELP!!'

"Ha! I think I'm the "other customer." I had the same problem, and Sunny went way above and beyond to get me the right (small coil) tubing in time to finish making hoops for a festival where I was vending. That said, you have to be…"

Feb 10

Randy Kato replied to the discussion 'winter hooping costume?' in the group Costumes and Clothing

"It depends how long (and how active) your routine is, but you may be able to get away with your normal costume. Just stay inside or well covered up and get well warmed up before you go on. Build up enough heat that you want to take off your big coat…"

Nov 29, 2011

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What year did you start hooping? (e.g. 2003): 2009

What is your goal for 2012 and why is it important? (Doesn't have to be hoop related.): spin more fire

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