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Post by DestinyTwirler on Oct 7, 2003 22:53:54 GMT -8
[glow=teal,2,300]What kind of Batons do you use?[/glow]
What brand?
What style?
What length and width?
Why do you like them?
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Post by eagletwirler on Oct 8, 2003 11:44:17 GMT -8
What kind of batons do you use?
What brand? Sharp for high school and ABC to prepare for college.
What style? Plain shaft
What length and width? Sharp: 27" 3/8" ABC: 27" 7/16"
Why do you like them? I like sharp because they are the batons that I've always used. I think ABC is better, but maybe that's only because they make me excited about college! ;D
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Post by baton used on Oct 8, 2003 12:52:26 GMT -8
My daughter used to use sharp batons but has recently switched to super stars. She twirls with NBTA and I hear that they are frowned upon there so may be looking to change. She is 9 and is getting ready to compete for the second year.
She says that they help her roll better. She can do 8 elbows into fujimis (not sure of the spelling), pony rolls and lots of other things that I don't know the name of on her neck and back. Does anybody have a suggestion of another baton to try with that type weight. We also like it because it doesn't roll and that is important because she is a beginner and still drops her 3 turns and toss illusions often.
Thanks for any suggestions, Kim
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Post by DestinyTwirler on Oct 8, 2003 20:46:52 GMT -8
I love ABC batons! I use the Major Diamond Convertable Show Baton. 28 in. long and 7/16 width.
I personally use this baton because it is light compared to most I've used. It doesn't hurt so bad when you catch it, and its great for rolls! Also, the dimples help you spot the center, and they are cute!
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Post by cutetwirler on Oct 21, 2003 6:56:12 GMT -8
[glow=red,2,300]i think that the american rose baton from american batons is so beautiful! it's such a shame i can't get one in england..... [/glow]
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Post by Jamie-Lea on Nov 14, 2003 15:17:09 GMT -8
[glow=red,2,300]Heya, i use a starlite baton 30" as they are better for rolls, fingers and that sort of thing. The are quite thick but not heavy and can have tape put around them. I use these but many in NBTA UK are mini majors, starlites, skinny minis and lots ov others. I love them they just roll off the fingers SO easily!!! [/glow]
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Post by reach4thestars on Nov 22, 2003 9:13:27 GMT -8
What brand? Sharp
What style? Smooth shaft
What length and width? 30" length, 3/8" width
Why do you like them? I've used sharp baton for a long time.
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Post by TwirlSportJunkie on Jan 31, 2004 2:13:50 GMT -8
For a good roll baton sharp 7/16 or american classic is best. heavier the baton the better roll. but u sacrifice aerial heit sometimes...
I use ABC major and classic depending on the work i do.
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Post by twirler on Feb 15, 2004 12:27:36 GMT -8
my favorite baton is lite star, 27 - 7/16 but at twirling uk and other competitions we use rockets. my boyfriend has got severn batons but i cant remember what they r called.
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Post by Christine Granier on Feb 26, 2004 7:59:47 GMT -8
I twirl a 32" Superstar , 7/16 inch shaft.
I have twirled almost every baton, and they all have their plus's and minus's.
The Rose baton rolls great, but it really really hurts when it hits you (not only heavy, but the Ball and Tip leave bruises!)
The international is too evenly weaighted and only comes 3/8's (I would love to try a thicker verson of this, but not available.
The skinny mini is soooo thin
My favorite abc baton is the Major Convertible 7/16 inch shaft. Its well weighted for rolls but light enough for aeriel work. Only thing is you chase it around in a circle when you drop.
Starline has some great batons, I can say the only one I dont care for is the one w/ the Venus. Its really top heavy.
MY FAVORITE BATON and the one I have students purchase is the 7/16 inch shaft Starline Classic Star.
It is so well weighted for rolls, tosses beautifully and heres the plus, because the ends are shaped like stars, they dont roll around when dropped!! My twirlers also twirl on stage and it would be horrible for your baton to roll out into the orchestra pit!!!
Sharps baton are pretty good, I have no problem w/ them, they all seem to be on the lighter side. And everyone I've ever seen using them, tapes their batons.
Kraskin batons arn't bad, only available in 3/8ths.
I Havent tried this new bubble looking baton from World Baton though, I am really interested to hear from someone who has tried it. I think its great that someone is trying to improve on our tool of the trade.
Christine USTA Twirling Coach Peggy's Dance Studio Baker, Louisiana
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Post by DestinyTwirler on Feb 26, 2004 20:39:51 GMT -8
Thanks for the info Christine! That is very helpful.
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Post by twirlingprincess on Apr 29, 2004 12:54:58 GMT -8
I use ABC batons. I use the thick rose baton. It helps me with rolls alot and once u get used to it it isn't that hard to toss. 26 legnth and width 7/16. I like the style of the ends too.
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Post by MirrorImageTwirl on Sept 11, 2004 19:38:53 GMT -8
What brand?Star
What style?plain & usa flag
What length and width?30 inches
Why do you like them? because i have always twirled star batons and i am just use to it!
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Post by insanetwirlgurl on Oct 31, 2004 11:59:58 GMT -8
I have used ~Fluted super stars from starline ~Internationals from ABC ~Venus from starline ~Hoop Batons ~and swing flags My favorite are the stars because they don't roll when dropped.
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Post by twirlerdude on Aug 15, 2008 10:22:05 GMT -8
What brand? World and Abc
What style? plain?
What length and width? 30'
Why do you like them? I use a world baton for group and I use my abc baton for individuals cause its not heavy except when I drop it goes rolls into the next lane lol.
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