NEWS 1st November 2005 X-Pole is here Vertical Leisure wishes to apologise to all our customers for the long delay in getting X-Pole to Market. Following X-Pole's first unveiling at Erotica last year we realised we needed to address the market's future demands. So we talked and listened to the needs, wants and desires of many of the world's top dancers whose contributions and suggestions, combined with the practical knowledge gained from hours of testing, are now at the core of the latest X-Pole design. Incorporating the changes into the original X-Pole, such as the smaller size and articulating base for uneven floors meant a complete redesign, which has taken far longer than anticipated as did the production of the assembly and training DVD - which is included 'Free' in every X-Pole. But now we are pleased to announce the latest Hi-specification X-Poles are in stock and available for immediate despatch. The latest Hi-spec X-Pole Features Height range - 2235mm (7'4") ~ 2745mm (9') from box (fits most UK houses) so no cutting or extensions to buy (box includes 125 and 250 extensions) Screw together joints (not a coupler) for rock solid stability and strength. Joint release holes with special release rods (included) for tightening and releasing the tubes. Wide 15" upper support dome - spreads the ceiling load and also acts as a safety lock. Static or spinning functionality (6 bearings for stability and safety lock) - just tighten or undo two hidden screws to lock/unlock Easy to use height adjuster - with spanner (included) for tightening and securing X-Pole Adjuster cover - Hides the adjuster and leaves X-Pole looking like a continuous pole Articulating base - for easy set up on uneven floors. Flat and non-invasive, the base has an angle lock for added stability and safety. New 50mm tube size - less than 2" (this will be the new professional standard) - helps improve hand grip whilst still retaining pole strength and rigidity. Super smooth screw joints - looks almost like a one piece pole. Stock extensions - 100 and 1000mm optional extensions, in addition to the original 125, 250 and 500mm sizes. DVD included (1 hr 10 mins) - shows X-Pole assembly and a class with Katie Coates which includes a warm up, 6 spins, pole and floor work and a combination free dance. Foam Carrier - X-Pole is delivered in a protective hi-density foam inner tray which can be transferred to an optional carry case. The web site ordering page will be up and running shortly - if you would like to be informed when this is available please email mail@verticalleisure.com - until then please contact our sales order line on +44 (0)1732 225810 who will be delighted to help you with your order. If you need technical info not answered in this web site or would like to be a re-seller or distributor of X-Pole please contact the head office on +44 (0)208 449 4400 Competition The competition will close the 11th of November 2005 and will be drawn at Erotica. The winners will be contacted the week following Erotica and details of the winners will be posted on the web site. If you need any other information on X-Pole please do not hesitate to contact us at sales@verticalleisure.com. We are only too happy to help.