Balance poles
by Matthew D. Wittmer
Making balance poles is an art in itself. Here are some photos detailing the mysterious and mighty balance pole. When I asked Philippe Petit about making a balance pole, I’ll never forget what he said. “Oh, it’s a nightmare! A never-ending nightmare.”
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Two current balance poles, each with different construction. January 9, 2011
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Centers of balance poles. January 9, 2011
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Detail of one of my current balance poles disassembled. December 21, 2010
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About to perform a 180 degree turn. August 22, 2010
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First construction diagram. March 2010
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End of my first design pole. March 2010
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One of two joint sections secured with tape. March 2010
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My first true balance pole. August 22, 2010
