Here is a general overview of the spinolution bullfrog, king bee and pollywog. link below for more info on these wheel or feel free to message me.
Erin James talks about treadling the King Bee
As many of you know I use the King bee spinolution wheel very often and I'd been asked by many people how to trouble shoot using this treadle.
Melissa Yoder Ricks of Wild Hare Fiber reviews SpinOlution wheels
I do lots of the creative textured yarns, and love the Mach III for those, because of the low ratio and the super-jumbo bobbin. When I'm traveling/teaching, I use the King Bee, which can do pretty much the same things as the Mach III, just in a smaller skein (small is relative though -- the 8 oz. bobbin on the King Bee is still twice as big as most other wheels bobbins).
The Firefly I primarily use for churning out singles that end up being plied on one of the other wheels...its ultimately portable (for when I'm traveling with the family and have NO ROOM) and also great to spin on when I just feel lazy.
I recommend Spinolution to everyone -- which wheel depends a bit on what type of spinning they play to do and their budget. I'm a dealer -- have sold these wheels to brand new beginners, people with health/mobility issues, hard core 'art yarn' spinners, as well as your typical spinner wanting to make knitting yarns.
I was a loyal Schacht Matchless spinner for over 15 years, making miles and miles of smooth yarns for knitting. Then I got bored, discovered the world of creative textured 'art' yarns. At the time, Schacht did not have a jumbo flyer of any kind for their wheels, so I started searching for another wheel. I tried several different wheels, but they all fell short.
Then I heard about Spinolution wheels. Having never seen one in person, I was nevertheless intrigued, ordered one and quickly fell in love! I really really love the responsive treadling, ease of changing bobbins, and innovation that these wheels have to offer.
Melissa Yoder Ricks
Karen Champion of Blazing Star Ranch talks about which spinning wheel is best for air travel
I am Karen Champion. owner of Blazing Star Ranch. I raise alpacas and have a fiber, yarn and spinning wheel store in Englewood, CO. I have been spinning for 5 years or so. I have used many different wheels and like different ones for different reasons.
I love the Spinolution King and Queen Bee's for their portability and small footprint. I think they are the ideal travel wheels, especially if flying! They are a breeze to set up. I like the ease of changing bobbins and the nylon pins instead of hooks!
One of my customers uses her Queen Bee to spin at the Denver Art Museum. She demonstrates spinning there on a weekly basis.
Karen Champion
Alice Scholze talks about how SpinOlution is the best wheel for spinners with ankle pain
“I got my King Bee last year in January and I love love love it! I have some ankle issues and the King Bee works perfectly, I had another wheel before but couldn’t use it because it made my ankle hurt. I heard that Spinolution works just fine with joint issues so I gave it a go. And what can I say, it does work beautifully.
I can spin everything from Lace to Bulky
and I can use it for a long time before my ankle starts to hurt. I love the design of the King Bee, the workmanship, the size of the bobbins and that it folds down. I have very little space so this was another plus for getting the King Bee. It was worth every penny! Thank You.”
Christiane Knight talked about why SpinOlution is the best wheel for spinners with knee pain
I am totally in love with what I do, which is blend amazing fibers, colors, and textures into a tactile rainbow of awesome. I feel lucky that I get to do what I love as a way to make a living, and I celebrate it every day.
I started spinning on a drop spindle, self taught thanks to a little pamphlet and You Tube. It was one of those things where you start doing something and you know immediately that you were meant do it? That's how spinning is for me. I spindle spun for about two years then got my first wheel. I was already making highly textured, structured yarns on the drop spindle, and that's remained my favorite types to create, both on a spindle and now on my wheels.
I currently own a Mach II and hope to add a King Bee to the collection soon! SpinOlution wheels are amazing because the unique treadling action allows me to spin even when my bad knees are acting up, without causing additional pain...and because they are so easy to spin on, and allow me to create any type or style of yarn that I desire.
Christiane Knight
Leah Rosenthal talks about why SpinOlution is the best spinning wheel for spinners with joint pain.
I was introduced to spinning as a child but put it down until I was an adult. I started back up after going to a fair in 2007 and trying a Matchless. Spinning came naturally so I started saving for a wheel while spinning with a homemade drop spindle.
During my search I discovered Spinolution. I think the ergonomic design and balance are what sold me. I have a degenerative condition in my major joints and spine. Most wheels are supremely uncomfortable, but with a break here and there I can spin for hours on my SpinOlution wheel.
I spin a wide variety of yarns. From lace weight to bulky, cotton thread and yarn, and a variety of art yarns. Right now I'm learning to spin cobweb lace, and expand my art yarn skills. I am proud to be a SpinOlution Dealer. I live in Vermont, close to the Canadian boarder near Montreal. I would love to help you select your Spinolution wheel.
Leah Rosenthal