# Discussions **URL:** https://poloverse.net/c/chat/23.md [Latest](https://poloverse.net/latest.md) · [Categories](https://poloverse.net/categories.md) · [Tags](https://poloverse.net/tags.md) --- ## [Welcome to the Poloverse](https://poloverse.net/t/welcome-to-the-poloverse/7)
**Author:** [@system](https://poloverse.net/u/system)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [25 March 2024 05:51 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/welcome-to-the-poloverse/7 "2024-03-25T05:51:49Z")
Welcome to the Poloverse! The première bike polo forum. Be nice. This is still very much a work in progress, so please leave us your constructive feedback, your requests and questions here. Thanks! Learn how to bset us… --- ## [About the Discussions category](https://poloverse.net/t/about-the-discussions-category/72)
**Author:** [@andy\_h](https://poloverse.net/u/andy_h)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [2 April 2025 13:00 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/about-the-discussions-category/72 "2025-04-02T13:00:01Z")
Just talkin’ about bike polo and all that comes with it. --- ## [towards a mixed-gender Euros](https://poloverse.net/t/towards-a-mixed-gender-euros/4797)
**Author:** [@emilio](https://poloverse.net/u/emilio)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [24 October 2026 14:11 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/towards-a-mixed-gender-euros/4797 "2026-10-24T14:11:01Z")
Hello Poloverse! This post comes from a current discussion that has happened so far in the usual channels, but that now could use some feedback from the community. The Berlin Bike Polo community decided a few months ago… --- ## [Airplane bike bags](https://poloverse.net/t/airplane-bike-bags/4920)
**Author:** [@nepenthesbaphomet](https://poloverse.net/u/nepenthesbaphomet)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [15 October 2026 21:55 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/airplane-bike-bags/4920 "2026-10-15T21:55:59Z")
Does anyone have recommendations for airplane bike bags. I’m imagining something that is compact enough you could throw your travel bag into it, strap it on your back like a backpack, and ride away after building your bi… --- ## [PRIX LIBRE SHIGURA](https://poloverse.net/t/prix-libre-shigura/4916)
**Author:** [@Tommi\_da](https://poloverse.net/u/Tommi_da)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [7 October 2026 08:39 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/prix-libre-shigura/4916 "2026-10-07T08:39:19Z")
Yes , you heard it right . I’m offering a service of brake upgrade , i collected quite some magura 4 pot caliper over time and I’m offering a prix libre service for the community. How does it work? You give me your ol… --- ## [Pickups with more than 12 players](https://poloverse.net/t/pickups-with-more-than-12-players/2502)
**Author:** [@Celeste](https://poloverse.net/u/Celeste)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [1 October 2026 16:17 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/pickups-with-more-than-12-players/2502 "2026-10-01T16:17:47Z")
Hi everyone, In Bordeaux, we have had a few pick ups sessions with more than 12 peoples, and we are not used to it! We have only one court, 3-4 fresh newbies and only a limited amount of time. We normally just run big s… --- ## [Awareness Team Concept](https://poloverse.net/t/awareness-team-concept/2150)
**Author:** [@Apokalypse](https://poloverse.net/u/Apokalypse)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [17 September 2026 09:35 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/awareness-team-concept/2150 "2026-09-17T09:35:41Z")
Hello people of Bike Polo Since last Mallet Dolorosa I’ve been playing with the idea of creating an Awareness Team Concept for our sport. Supporting the diversity and inclusivity in every team, not only here in Berlin b… --- ## [fixiefoxie to sell](https://poloverse.net/t/fixiefoxie-to-sell/3263)
**Author:** [@pablo-ciclista](https://poloverse.net/u/pablo-ciclista)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [16 September 2026 10:19 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/fixiefoxie-to-sell/3263 "2026-09-16T10:19:42Z")
Hey everyone, I got a fixiefoxie medium frame (black) + wheels (26’') + handle bar and bits - so nearly a whole polo bike sitting in my cellar in Vienna’s 10th district. The frame was made for me (178cm tall) in the SK, … --- ## [Saddle nose angle](https://poloverse.net/t/saddle-nose-angle/4889)
**Author:** [@Tommi\_da](https://poloverse.net/u/Tommi_da)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [10 September 2026 17:57 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/saddle-nose-angle/4889 "2026-09-10T17:57:37Z")
Threads to debate saddle nose angle. I keep changing my setting , when horizontal (0°) I feel more comfortable on the bike and ride better but the mallet handling get harder especially on passes and it seems I always ki… --- ## [Favorite SPD Shoes?](https://poloverse.net/t/favorite-spd-shoes/3980)
**Author:** [@shojoken](https://poloverse.net/u/shojoken)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [8 September 2026 16:22 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/favorite-spd-shoes/3980 "2026-09-08T16:22:27Z")
Looking to try clipping in and am searching for a good shoe. I’m a woman, and would be interested to know of preferred brands/style. Coming from playing on flats since 2017! Thanks for any insight :) --- ## [Main D'Or frame decals](https://poloverse.net/t/main-dor-frame-decals/4866)
**Author:** [@bcdickinson](https://poloverse.net/u/bcdickinson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [11 August 2026 10:53 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/main-dor-frame-decals/4866 "2026-08-11T10:53:54Z")
I’ve cracked my beloved Main D’Or frame and it’s getting stripped before being repaired :smiling\_face\_with\_tear: I’d really love to try and replace the decals, but I’ve got no idea where to start. I bought the frame 7 o… --- ## [Bikes of polo ! Show me what you got](https://poloverse.net/t/bikes-of-polo-show-me-what-you-got/953)
**Author:** [@morganxvx](https://poloverse.net/u/morganxvx)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [1 August 2026 22:08 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/bikes-of-polo-show-me-what-you-got/953 "2026-08-01T22:08:48Z")
Everything is in the title, show us your setup, why where when you built, all the story behind it, we wanna know all! --- ## [Tires](https://poloverse.net/t/tires/830)
**Author:** [@andy\_h](https://poloverse.net/u/andy_h)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [23 July 2026 16:49 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/tires/830 "2026-07-23T16:49:06Z")
What are the best tires. So that I’m not slipping out when it’s wet? --- ## [REFFING Wiki](https://poloverse.net/t/reffing-wiki/2824)
**Author:** [@metriod](https://poloverse.net/u/metriod)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [23 February 2024 14:21 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/reffing-wiki/2824 "2024-02-23T14:21:38Z")
Goal of this wiki (everyone can edit!): Collection of reffing related resources and information. Quick structure for now - feel free to restructure. Rulesets EHBA NAH EHBPC23 Ref Meeting 2,5 hour recording of the EH… --- ## [650b Bike Options](https://poloverse.net/t/650b-bike-options/4727)
**Author:** [@indy206](https://poloverse.net/u/indy206)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [22 June 2026 17:29 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/650b-bike-options/4727 "2026-06-22T17:29:48Z")
Hello world. 650b has been gaining traction in the polo community and the fever is spreading to me. I currently ride a 52" 2017 Pake with 700c. I’m looking to downsize wheels to fit my 5’5" stature. My question: What … --- ## [Bids open for WHBPC 12](https://poloverse.net/t/bids-open-for-whbpc-12/4772)
**Author:** [@NickDW](https://poloverse.net/u/NickDW)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [20 June 2026 02:57 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/bids-open-for-whbpc-12/4772 "2026-06-20T02:57:07Z")
The World Hardcourt Bike Polo Organising Committee is seeking bids to host the 12th World Hardcourt Bike Polo Championship. First round bids will only be accepted from Australasia, North America, and Latin America\*. Bid… --- ## [Helsinki Bikepolo ???](https://poloverse.net/t/helsinki-bikepolo/4767)
**Author:** [@nepenthesbaphomet](https://poloverse.net/u/nepenthesbaphomet)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [18 June 2026 12:18 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/helsinki-bikepolo/4767 "2026-06-18T12:18:33Z")
Anyone know a contact for Helsinki? I see Finland clubs listed, but I don’t see any active socials. --- ## [Tournament material](https://poloverse.net/t/tournament-material/502)
**Author:** [@coolquentin](https://poloverse.net/u/coolquentin)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [8 June 2026 17:50 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/tournament-material/502 "2026-06-08T17:50:45Z")
I would like to group thing that could be useful when organizing a tournament. I’ll do it quick and dirty for now. Ref / ass. ref material Ruleset – euro Match sheet – Reffing sheets - timeouts.pdf (327.9 KB) – 4v… --- ## [The Art of The Deal](https://poloverse.net/t/the-art-of-the-deal/4471)
**Author:** [@Flickswitch](https://poloverse.net/u/Flickswitch)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [29 April 2026 19:20 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/the-art-of-the-deal/4471 "2026-04-29T19:20:02Z")
When I bring up bike polo in conversation with someone new and they ask if they could see a video, I show them a connect bike polo video and it usually kills the conversation and I see the wonder leave their eyes. Am I d… --- ## [Tools for checking if mallet heads conform to the rules](https://poloverse.net/t/tools-for-checking-if-mallet-heads-conform-to-the-rules/4664)
**Author:** [@JuicyJules](https://poloverse.net/u/JuicyJules)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [27 April 2026 16:29 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/tools-for-checking-if-mallet-heads-conform-to-the-rules/4664 "2026-04-27T16:29:10Z")
Hey everybody, I cobbled together some quick 3D models and explanatory drawings for three tools to check if mallet heads conform to the current EHBA ruleset. Unfortunately I can’t seem to upload the STL files so feel fr… --- ## [26 vs 650b (27.5)](https://poloverse.net/t/26-vs-650b-27-5/3746)
**Author:** [@jzukosky](https://poloverse.net/u/jzukosky)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [23 April 2026 10:37 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/26-vs-650b-27-5/3746 "2026-04-23T10:37:14Z")
In NAs, it seems that the 26” rim size is dominant, with any holdouts riding 700c wheels. From a cursory glance at the Bikes of Polo thread, it seems like a lot of Euro players are using 650b wheels (or at least a highe… --- ## [List of Polo Brands](https://poloverse.net/t/list-of-polo-brands/398)
**Author:** [@momo](https://poloverse.net/u/momo)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [3 May 2024 10:34 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/list-of-polo-brands/398 "2024-05-03T10:34:22Z")
Mallets, heads and shafts Alpha DOM (dead) Donata Fero Bike Polo Good Head Heckler’s Alley Milk No Reason Supply Perro del Mallet Raccoon Bike Polo Roger Stubborn Voltige Thor’s Hammer Bike Polo Components Praaap Balls … --- ## [Penalty shots](https://poloverse.net/t/penalty-shots/4030)
**Author:** [@Levin](https://poloverse.net/u/Levin)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [20 March 2026 18:33 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/penalty-shots/4030 "2026-03-20T18:33:34Z")
At smack in the middle I saw a penalty shot and thought about why we don’t have it in Europe… I think it’s a pretty nice way after a foul on a clear scoring opportunity(The person who was in the goal needs to be goaly fo… --- ## [CouchBikePolo - App](https://poloverse.net/t/couchbikepolo-app/4602)
**Author:** [@metriod](https://poloverse.net/u/metriod)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [17 March 2026 10:14 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/couchbikepolo-app/4602 "2026-03-17T10:14:45Z")
https://tinyurl.com/couchbikepolo The alpha version of CouchBikePolo App is out. An app for tournament organizers, referees and spectators. Two components as of now: RefereeApp TournamentApp Basically: Or… --- ## [Euro ruleset vs NAH ruleset differences](https://poloverse.net/t/euro-ruleset-vs-nah-ruleset-differences/4290)
**Author:** [@DDub](https://poloverse.net/u/DDub)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [5 March 2026 18:31 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/euro-ruleset-vs-nah-ruleset-differences/4290 "2026-03-05T18:31:28Z")
The NAH ruleset is here: Introduction | 2022 Can someone post a link to the Euro ruleset? Is there a list of the functional differences between playing with these two rulesets? --- ## [Heard about ultimate's reffing style ?](https://poloverse.net/t/heard-about-ultimates-reffing-style/4293)
**Author:** [@Lucas.bxl](https://poloverse.net/u/Lucas.bxl)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [4 March 2026 03:42 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/heard-about-ultimates-reffing-style/4293 "2026-03-04T03:42:48Z")
Hey there, Some of my colleagues are ultimate players. And they explained to me that they are no refs on site. Even at world championship level. I couldn’t believe it at all! But it is true. Everything is self referred… --- ## [Share your custom frame geo](https://poloverse.net/t/share-your-custom-frame-geo/4515)
**Author:** [@prettyreid](https://poloverse.net/u/prettyreid)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [8 February 2026 20:47 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/share-your-custom-frame-geo/4515 "2026-02-08T20:47:34Z")
Hello all, Do YOU have a custom polo frame? Do you want to NOT GATEKEEP? Will you share your custom frame geo with ME? I’d love to know things like head angle, seat angle, top tube lengths, fork offset/length, etc. Als… --- ## [Comité Bike Polo France 2025](https://poloverse.net/t/comite-bike-polo-france-2025/3482)
**Author:** [@Bouchaaaaard](https://poloverse.net/u/Bouchaaaaard)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [31 December 2025 14:06 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/comite-bike-polo-france-2025/3482 "2025-12-31T14:06:30Z")
Bonjour à toutes et tous, J’ouvre ici le sujet du comité Bike Polo France qu’il est grand temps de relancer ! La recette : un zeste de situation actuelle, un coulis des missions du comité, un brin d’historique et surto… --- ## [Where did you learn to play polo?](https://poloverse.net/t/where-did-you-learn-to-play-polo/4449)
**Author:** [@hanna](https://poloverse.net/u/hanna)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [30 December 2025 13:41 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/where-did-you-learn-to-play-polo/4449 "2025-12-30T13:41:29Z")
Hi everyone! How did you start playing polo? Are there many schools like https://poloschoolargentina.com/ to start paying for affordable price? --- ## [The RAREST 120 cm Voltige Carbon Shafts !!](https://poloverse.net/t/the-rarest-120-cm-voltige-carbon-shafts/3483)
**Author:** [@decalekatal](https://poloverse.net/u/decalekatal)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [12 December 2025 07:56 UTC](https://poloverse.net/t/the-rarest-120-cm-voltige-carbon-shafts/3483 "2025-12-12T07:56:18Z")
120 cm Voltige carbon shafts aren’t to be found on the market anymore… Although they exist in 116cm. Only a few players play with carbon 120 cm (August Jthouin Cathal Levin?) and we probably have 5/6 mallets between a… [Next page](https://poloverse.net/c/chat/23.md?page=1)