The Bearclaw Kevlar 4 in 1 grips are the standard grip issued with every set of Bearclaw poi since we started shipping. We choose kevlar for the grips because it has the strength of steel, the suppleness of nylon, and it has features not found in leather loops, metal rings, or nylon strapping.

First, these grips give amazing weight transfer. This allows beginners to always know exactly where their wicks are, which speeds up the learning process. Second, they're fire resistant; unlike nylon, if these won't melt to your hands in the case of an accident. And finally, they have even temporal wear: you will have a long, slow indication that they need replacement before they give out.

Also, this design has four basic forms; Single loop, double static loop, double synching loop and The Nail. We ship in the double synching formation because some fire marshals require it. Just slip in two fingers and pull. But you can pull the center ring all the way up before sticking in your fingers to get a single loop and the Nail. For a single loop, just stick your fingers between the two straps. The Nail is preferred by some performers for quickly shifting from two-hand to one handed spinning. And finally, if you run the quick link through all three grommets, it forms the classic, static double loop.