Meteor Fire Twista 75cm – Kevlar & Technora

Sold individually. Product intended for professional use: supervised practice and protective equipment strongly recommended.

Meteor Twista – Versatile 75cm – NetJuggler:

Designed for professional performers, this fire meteor combines strength, modularity, and balance. Its versatile 75cm length (with the included Technora rope) allows for a wide variety of tricks: pendulums, wraps, multiple shots, technical or choreographic sequences. It comes with two removable 25x3mm flat Kevlar heads, mounted on stainless steel quick links, and a 7mm black fireproof Technora rope.

This model offers an excellent compromise between inertia, responsiveness, and flame aesthetics. To customize the feel in the hand, the length can be adjusted with knots (see tips section).

75cm Twista Meteor with two flat Kevlar heads, mounted on quick links, and black Technora rope.

NetJuggler's review of the Meteor Twista:

This meteor is an evolving tool designed for experienced practitioners looking for fluidity, control and customization possibilities. Neither too long nor too short, it excels in hybrid styles mixing technique and visual. This length is also suitable for practicing the double meteor (you will need two for this practice, they are sold here individually). If you are a DIY enthusiast, the presence of removable links allows you to play on the inertia or to replace the heads with training alternatives. On the other hand, this model is not suitable for an unsupervised fire discovery, nor for a beginner practice without prior cold experience.

Technical characteristics:

Mass of a head: 80 g.
Total mass (including rope): 195 g.
Total length: 75 cm (including heads).
Rope: Black Technora, Ø7 mm (9 mm splices).
Wicks: Flat Kevlar 25 mm x 3 mm.
Quick links and hardware: stainless steel.
Heads removable via quick links.

For what type of practice?

Target audience: professional artists, experienced circus performers.
Outdoor use only. Supervised fire practice required.
Ideal for hybrid technical figures (wraps, transitions, braking).

Origins and evolution of the discipline:

The meteor has its roots in the Chinese liúxīng chuí (流星锤) , an ancestral flexible weapon that appeared during the Ming dynasty. Used to strike, whip, or trap from a distance, this martial tool consisted of two maces connected by a chain or rope, the length of which was equivalent to the fighter's height for maximum inertia. At the same time, other cultures have exploited the mace + rope principle: South American bolas (hunting), Maori poi (dance), rope dart (weapon).

From the 1980s onwards, the meteor was adopted in modern circus: a synthesis of juggling, martial arts and poi. With the rise of flow arts , variations such as the contact meteor or the double meteor emerged. Fire versions prioritize safety and aesthetics thanks to materials such as Kevlar or stainless steel.

75cm Twista Meteor with two flat Kevlar heads on a stand and a black Technora rope.

Parallels between weapon and art:

From the battlefield to the stage, the meteor has shifted from impact to aesthetics. Inertia control, once designed to stun, has become a means of creating fluid trajectories. Wraps recall the weapon's coiling around the arm. Hip or bicep brakes evoke blocking techniques. And rapid changes of plane are inspired by offensive switches. Today, lengths are chosen for their visual appeal as much as their kinetic effect.

Optional additional products:

To practice safely, consider consulting our selection of Kevlar gloves, hats, sleeves and protections .

You can also equip this meteor with training heads or create an asymmetrical setup with a counterweight (not included).

Essential Precautions : Firefighting is reserved for trained adults. Never train alone. Always check the condition of your equipment, avoid synthetic clothing, and provide a clear area and extinguishing equipment. Kevlar must be dry before storage.

I have not yet produced a guide dedicated to meteors, but I recommend that you read the documentation on fire balls, the safety instructions are the same and you will find advice there whether you are a novice or an experienced user.

📄 Download the Fire Bolas instructions - by NetJuggler

Tips and FAQs: Getting started with this meteor

How to prepare for a fire session?
Check your knots, links, and the condition of your Kevlar. Prepare a clear area, dress in cotton or linen, and tie your hair back. Bring a fire extinguisher, a fire blanket, and a bucket of water.

What fuel should I use?
Use de-aromatized petroleum or kerosene instead. Soak the wicks for 5 minutes, then wring them out thoroughly.

How to warm up effectively?
Rotate your wrists, shoulders, back, and knees (5 to 8 minutes). Work on rotation planes, braking, and transitions while cold before moving on to the lights.

What progression should be recommended?
Start with simple pendulums and figures. Continue with wraps, plan changes, and mini-choreographies. Only move on to fire after 3 to 4 weeks of fluid cold practice.

Professional advice?
Adjust the length with knots (preferably a knot on the splice side to remove ~10 cm, a knot in the center will remove 5 cm). Keep the equipment dry and ventilated after use. A thin heat-resistant glove is useful for dismantling while hot. It is important to store the ropes separately from the heads to preserve your ropes and all your equipment.