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Many types of fuel are used during burns of fire poi. A good rule of thumb is, "The more explosive the fuel, the brighter the burn but the less safe the burn."
White gas (AKA Camp Fuel, the liquid kind not the gas/vapor of course): Bright burn but shorter. The standard fuel used by most performers for its balance between burn time, brightness, and safety.
Lamp Oil ( Tiki torch fuel, NOT Kerosene ): Dimmer burn but much safer than White Gas, burns cooler and is less explosive so ignited oil on clothing is more likely to burn out well before it burns the performer.
Alcohol (High proof alcohols and more usually 'Rubbing' alcohols): Ive only heard of someone using alcohol for burns once, a pair of fire poi were sent to our shop for repairs. The alcohol made a very interesting burn pattern on the wick, the bottem of the wick was untouched by soot or burns and it was all focused completely on the top leash end of the poi.
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How do you spin fire Poi?
Spinning Fire Poi is not much different from spinning regular poi. The biggest difference is overcoming the fear of spinning fire. Start with a low burning fuel like rubbing alchohol until you are comfortable with the fire and then move on to more impressive fuels like charcoal lighter fluid.
Why Wicking Fabrics are chosen for Fire Poi's?
Fire poi need some kind of fuel to operate. Originally, fire poi were called water poi, and this fuel reservoir was held, in liquid form, in an open cup. The major drawback to this design is that the slightest mistake in form meant slinging fuel all about the place. Modern fire poi replace the open cup of fuel with with some kind of wicking fabric. This prevents unintentional sloshing of fuel and makes the tool more forgiving. Sometimes this wick is a dense weave cotton, but hose wicks burn out in a couple of uses. More frequently, a material that's nearly as absorbent but more resistant to flame is used to increase the lifespan of the tool. A very popular option is to use kevlar yarn woven into straps (or 'tape', as the industry terms it). Here's a common design: http://www.bearclawmfg.com/catalog/medium-kevlar-fire-p-31.html
What type of performance is fire poi?
The origin of the word poi is from the Maori language and its meaning is ball on a cord. In fire poi, the balls have wicks that are set on fire and spun about the body in a dance. It is believed that the first performances of fire poi were in Hawaii.
Where is poi dance performed?
Poi is performed in many parts of the world. It originated in New Zealand, and is also very popular in Canada and the U.S.A., especially within the rave scene. Poi, in itself, is the manipulation of two or more weights on lengths of fabric, chain, etc. GLOW POI is the dance performed with glowing/flashing items which leave a trail of light, emphasizing the dancer's movements FIRE POI is the same dance performed with a weighted wick, which is soaked in fuel and set on fire. Fire poi should not be attempted by beginners and is considered a circus skill. The flames create a sense of danger amongst both the dancer and the audience, and can provide the most entertaining of experiences
Why are poi used?
for fun u spin them round in cool ways and if you get dead good u can buy fire ones
What are uses of the poi?
it is a type of soup made from the korm of the kalo plant (taro) "Poi" can also refer to one or two ball-like objects swung on "leashes" of some kind. For example, the poi used in traditional Maori poi swinging, or in modern fire poi dancing. See Related Links for examples of modern poi.
Can meths or methanol be used for fire pois?
Meths (a.k.a methanol or methyl alcohol) can be used for fire poi. Ethanol is more common than methanol, and alcohols in general are commonly used in fire dancing with other chemicals to produce colored flames. Read the Material Safety Data Sheet prior to using methanol (or any fuel). Inhaling vapors prior to and after combustion of fuels can be hazardous to your health. Fire Mecca's Safety page is a good source for some MSDSs, include one for methanol.
When gum from this tree was used as a fire kindle or torch fuel which tree is this?
The turpentine sap from the Pine Tree is generally used as a fire kindling or torch fuel.
When used a fire extinguisher to put out a fire you should sweep at what part of the fire?
The bottom or base- where the fuel is located.
What is it to put fuel on a fire?
To stoke a fire is to put fuel on the fire.
What did Cro Magnon use as fuel for their fire?
Cro-Magnon likely used a variety of materials as fuel for their fires, including wood, bone, and possibly dried dung. They would have used whatever was readily available in their environment to keep their fires burning for warmth, cooking, and other purposes.
Why do you use foam on a oil fire?
foam is used for fire suppression. what it does is it cools the fire and to coats the fuel, preventing its contact with oxygen, and then the fire is out.
