"I may have some options for you.  email me at Scott@SynergyFlowArts.com"

"oops I answered your other question about the sectional firehoop but forgot to address this.  My two cents about pumpkin wicks...  they are sewn together with kevlar thread which can work sometimes, but for the most part, we stay…"

"Hi Lauren, yes, email me at Scott@SynergyFlowArts.com for a 5-piece sectional firehoop.  They start at $166.  We just perfected the design but I haven't gotten it available on the website yet.  They are totally awesome.  "

"very good advice... be careful bargain shopping when it comes to something like firehoops.  Safety is certainly #1, but as with most things, if you buy lower-quality, it just won't last as long & you're literally wasting money :(…"

"If you get a firehoop, go for one with removable-spines.  If you're new to firehooping, I'd recommend Quick Wicks (beware of the knock-offs) "

"These aren't the least expensive or most expensive... but they're hands-down the best value: SynergyFlowArts.com"

"Just have to chime in, if any of you have broken spines on your Synergy gear, quick wicks, etc, holler at me.  No, we don't (can't) completely warranty broken spines ('been in the game long enough to see how a lot of people…"

"Hey y'all!  Got firehooping photos?  Earn $150 in credit at SynergyFlowArts.com for your killer shot.  details... http://www.synergyflowarts.com/pages/synergy-photo-contest"

"Hey y'all!   It took me a long time and a lot of money to invent the Quick Wick back in 2009, so I guess its a bit easier to figure it out once its already out in the world, but I'm here to offer some advice since I've already…"

"ooops, this is totally old and that staff went quick.  There are some other slightly discounted *new* staffs pre-made at http://www.synergyfirehoops.com/collections/stock  (normally all of our stuff is custom-made to order).…"

"iiiiii deff want it. currently out of work, but ill message you as soon as the funds are flowin again!! <3"

"I noticed & can't wait to see it!  then we can rap about design some more.   always glad to support the web of firehoop crafters! cheers"

"Sister have you ever used a nut-driver w/ the QWs?  Next time you come to the flowjo I'll give you one.  It allows you tighten them with your eyes closed its so easy (or in the dark, which seems to be the case most of the time at fire…"

"I guess I'm flattered that the quick wick has been copied.  It was too expensive to get a patent on my invention and although I didn't intent on the design being "open source," I'm fine with abiding by the nature of our…"