Size/Length of Hoops

Flowtoys blog on choosing the perfect hoop size

Dimensions:

Current build dimensions

• OD: 5/8" as a decimal is 0.625in (1.5875cm)**
• ID: variable ~1/2in
• Length: (for 32" -> 34" diameter tube)**
  • 8ft 4in -> 8ft 11in
  • 100 -> 107 inches
  • 254 -> 272 cm
• Common material for 5/8" and 3/4" is HDPE or polypro

** Katt's preference

General advice

• Bigger hoops are easier to use on the body
• Advanced hoopers will move into smaller sizes

Skill based dimensions

• Beginner: Diameter: 38"
  • Length: 119.4", 10 ft
• Medium: Diameter: 36"
  • Length: 113.1", 9.4 ft
• Advanced: Diameter: 32"
  • Length: 100.5", 8.4 ft
  • NOTE: Used for Katt's: 5/8" outer diameter
• Small advanced -> 27in diameter (7 ft 1in)