Spoke Comparison
We make two types of fire spokes or wicks for our dragon staff spokes, contact and spin staffs: sushi and isis. They are both made from Kevlar and last over 100 burns before needing to be replaced. The Kevlar absorbs the fuel, then once lit the fuel is burnt, leaving the wick relatively intact.
We also have claw dragon spokes available, great for practicing and for during the daytime.
| Feature | Sushi | Isis | Claws |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Rolled Kevlar wick | Braided Kevlar wick | Polyurethane practice spoke |
| Spinning Level | Any level (with some practice first!) | Advanced - Pro | Any level |
| Rewicking |
Easy at home rewicking |
Difficult | - |
| Durability | Most durable fire spoke | Poor resistance to knocks/drops | Most durable |
| Flame | Smaller flame and quickest burn | Larger flame and longest burn | - |
| UV/Blacklight | - | - | Glow option |
| Kevlar | 50mm | 5.5mm braided rope | - |
| Full Spoke Length | 180mm | 185mm | 225mm |
| Spoke Width | 40-45mm | 45-50mm | - |
| Rod Diameter | 8mm | 8mm | 8mm |
| Weight approx. | 88 grams | 115 grams | 100 grams |
Sushi
This is our most classic wick design; simple and straightforward, the kevlar is simply tightly rolled - like a sushi roll. They provide a decent sized flame perfect for practicing or performing with.
+ Most versatile
+ User replaceable at home
+ Great for beginners and advanced spinners
Isis
Isis wicks are made by braiding kevlar rope to form a dense and mighty wick. It is braided over itself till it reaches the right thickness which adds to its longevity. It soaks up much more fuel than the sushi wick giving it a bigger flame and longer burn time. This wick is only recommended for more experienced spinners as the braided design can loosen or break from knocks and drops.
+ Long burn time
+ Bigger flame
+ Longer burn time
+ Neat design
- Difficult to replace at home
- Uses a lot more fuel
- Heavier
- Not suited to beginners/practicing
Claws
These are constructed from polyurethane which is both durable and flexible. They offer vivid colours to stand out in the daytime and perfect for when fire isn't accessible. They are well weighted at 100g each which make them perfect for practicing new tricks and skills.
+ Durable
+ Bright colours
+ Glow colour is UV/black light reactive
- Not good for nighttime