Distilled from 20+ years of movement expertise in Sydney, the B108 Hoop Guide helps you choose the perfect size, weight, and proportion for your flow. Explore our signature Recycled Polymer Dance Hoop alongside final archival releases of our classic taped collections.
Welcome to B108 (formerly Hoop Empire). After two decades of handcrafting thousands of hula hoops, we have refined our design process into sustainable, professional-grade equipment engineered for optimal balance, effortless flow, and lasting durability.
Whether you are an absolute beginner or an experienced practitioner, choosing the right size and weight is key to finding your rhythm.
Why the B108 Recycled Polymer Hoop is Engineered for Every Body and Style of Flow
As part of our commitment to zero-waste craftsmanship, we are moving away from single-use decorative tapes to focus exclusively on clean, high-impact recycled polymer. Taped models remain available only while final archival stock lasts.
To learn how to hula hoop, start with a medium-weighted hoop that spins at a controlled pace. Avoid excessively heavy hoops (over 1kg/2lbs), which feel clunky and cause bruising while building technique. All B108 hoops are calibrated based on 20+ years of testing to give you time to find your rhythm while remaining light enough for fluid hand tricks.
Crafted in Sydney, Australia from high-impact recycled plastic (rHDPE), our hoops ship worldwide coiled in a box, popping back into perfect shape for smooth hooping. Built for exceptional durability, every hoop includes a 5-year warranty and a complimentary beginner video lesson.
Below, you’ll find our complete sizing guide alongside our current in-stock collection - including final archival releases of our classic taped models as we transition permanently to our signature untaped Recycled Polymer Hoop.
IN-STOCK HOOP COLLECTION
1. The Recycled Polymer Dance Hoop (Our Signature Hoop)
The ultimate eco-friendly hula hoop, crafted from high-impact recycled plastic polymer. Left untaped to eliminate unnecessary waste, it features a sleek, mid-weight feel - heavy enough to spin comfortably on the waist, yet light enough for off-body hand tricks. Fully collapsible for travel and storage.
Weight: 380g (13.4oz / 0.84lb) | Tubing thickness: 20mm (3/4in)
Size recommendation: Adults 100cm | Kids 85cm
SHOP THE RECYCLED POLYMER DANCE HOOP
2. The Classic Archival Dance Hula Hoop
Our Classic Archival Dance Hula Hoop features a spiral strip of cotton tape, providing an artful touch and extra grip. This is the final release of these hand-finished hoops - once remaining studio stock is cleared, our taped hoop collections will be permanently retired.
Weight: 380g (13.4oz / 0.84lb) | Tubing thickness: 20mm (3/4in)
Size recommendation: Adults 100cm | Kids 85cm
SHOP THE CLASSIC ARCHIVAL DANCE HULA HOOP
3. The Archive Glam Dance Hula Hoop
A dance hoop with extra bling - the perfect gift with that extra bit of sparkle and fun! Wrapped in shimmering, light-reflective tape, our Archive Glam Dance Hula Hoop is a true collector's item. This is the final studio release of our decorative taped hoops; once this remaining batch is cleared, the Glam collection will be permanently retired.
Weight: 390g (13.75oz / 0.86lb) | Tubing thickness: 20mm (3/4in)
Size recommendation: Adults 100cm | Kids 85cm
SHOP THE ARCHIVE GLAM DANCE HULA HOOP
4. Weighted Fitness Hula Hoop
Engineered for extra momentum, core stability, and waist hooping, this heavy-gauge hoop offers deep tactile feedback for a steady, grounding flow. It is the ideal choice for plus-sized or curvy hoopers who want maximum rotational support. This is the final studio release of our heavy-gauge model - once remaining archival stock is cleared, this design will be permanently retired.
Weight: 500g (17.6oz / 1.1lb) | Tubing thickness: 25mm (1 inch)
Size recommendation: Standard Adult 108cm
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5. Archive Dance Hoop Studio Bundles
Curated multi-hoop sets designed for studio spaces, group workshops, teachers, or shared movement practices. Built on our trusted mid-weight dance hoop tubing, these archival sets offer maximum value while remaining studio inventory lasts. As we shift permanently to single untaped designs, these remaining multi-packs from the vault will be retired.
Weight: 380g (13.4oz / 0.84lb) per hoop | Tubing thickness: 20mm (3/4in)
Size recommendation: Agile / Trick & Group Size 85cm
SHOP THE ARCHIVE DANCE HOOP STUDIO BUNDLES
STILL NEED HELP DECIDING?
Here are common considerations to guide your choice:
Looking for the most sustainable, zero-waste hoop?
Choose: Recycled Polymer Dance Hoop (untaped, zero excess processing) or the Weighted Fitness Hula Hoop in Obsidian (Plain Black).
Want added grip tape for trick learning, waist hooping, or spiral aesthetics?
Choose: Classic Archival Dance Hula Hoop (our Sports series featuring high-tactile grip tape).
Love extra visual shine and reflection?
Choose: Archive Glam Dance Hula Hoop (wrapped in shimmering, light-reflective tape).
Want maximum waist-hooping momentum or extra core resistance?
Choose: Weighted Fitness Hula Hoop (108cm wide profile with calibrated inner weight).
Outfitting a movement studio, class, or family?
Choose: Archive Dance Hoop Studio Bundles
Still unsure?
Drop us an email at shop@b108.design with your height and movement goals, and we will personally guide you to your perfect match.