How to Make a Color Guard Flagpole
Instructions
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Choose a size for your flagpole. Longer poles can handle
bigger flags, but smaller poles might be better for beginners. The
average length of poles used in high school is 6 feet and advanced
groups typically use poles that are 7 feet long, or poles as long as 10
feet for over-sized flags.
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Choose a type and color of flagpole. They are made with a
variety of materials, including aluminum, PVC piping and fiberglass.
Typical colors are gold, silver, black, white or clear, or you can
change the color of your pole with electrical tape or contact paper.
Find a selection of poles and accessories at websites such as Dance
Cheer. See the Resources section below for a link.
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Decide between plastic and rubber tips. Poles come with
plastic tips, which can help prevent sails, but some find rubber easier
to work with in a routine. Companies will often include rubber tips in
addition to plastic for a nominal additional charge.
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Buy enough poles for your color guard. Each student is
usually given a practice flag and several show flags. Flags are attached
with Velcro or taped to poles.
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Weight your pole with bolts, screws or tape. Extra weight
makes it easier to control flag tosses. You can buy weights for poles or
you can use bolts bought at a hardware store. If you use bolts or
screws, be sure to wrap them in duct tape first so they won't rattle
around. The pole should be weighted slightly heavier on top than on the
bottom.
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