Buyers Guide
Hula hoop tubing types & what they are used for
Posted by Aoife Mulhaire on
Buying your first hoop can get a little confusing due to the different types of materials and what the difference is between them. In this post I am going to break down the most common types of materials used to make hoops and what each of them are most suitable for.
How to care for your new hoop
Posted by Aoife Mulhaire on
Since a lot of love goes into making our hoops we know you're going to want them to last as long as possible. Here are some top tips for looking after your hoop!
- Bare polypro hoops are particularly prone to damage. Polypro tubing is much more fragile than beginner HDPE material, and needs to be looked after with care to prolong its lifespan.
Choosing the right size hoop for a beginner
Posted by Aoife Mulhaire on
When picking out your very first hoop it is important to choose the right size and material. As a general rule, the bigger and heavier the hoop, the slower it moves and therefore easier to keep up. That is why Éire Hoops makes all beginner hoops in MDPE or HDPE material which is the heaviest tubing type and sizes range from 38 to 40 inches which is on the larger scale that hoops come in.