FAQ
Questions, answered.
Everything you need to know about the Fantastic Elastic Sidekick.
What is a Gripole?
Two powerful magnets attached with an elastic cord. Stick it to metal, thread it through a loop to make a strong elastic hanger, or wear it. We call it the Fantastic Elastic Sidekick.
What does the name mean?
Gripole is Grip and Dipole combined. Grip means the obvious. Dipole is the magnetic moment when two magnets come together.
How big is it?
The cord is 8 inches long and each magnet end is 5/16″ × 1/4″. You can shorten it by looping the cord.
What can I stick it to?
Any metal surface a magnet will hold to, like a refrigerator, oven hood, car door or gym machine. With no metal around, thread it through any open loop and join the two magnetic ends to make an elastic hanger.
What if there’s no metal where I want it?
That’s why we designed Gripstix, a metal strip with an adhesive back. Peel it, stick it, grip it. It creates a magnetic anchor point under cabinets, on car dashboards, under window sills, on furniture or on glass, and you can cut it to any length.
How do I take it off or separate two Gripoles?
Grab the magnet itself, give it a half twist and gently pull it apart. Don’t pull on the clear cord or the opposite end. If you pull the far end instead of the magnet that’s attached, the magnet end can recoil back toward you when it releases.
Can I wear it?
Yes. Wear it as a bracelet, necklace or ring, or in your hair. Combine multiple colors to show your school or team spirit.
What colors does it come in?
Our classic colors include black, white, red, yellow, blue and green. For custom orders you can pick from any Pantone color, with the same color on both ends or a different color on each.
Can you put our logo on Gripoles?
Yes. Logos can be printed on the magnet ends, which makes Gripole a great promotional product, giveaway, keepsake or party favor. See brands & fundraising.
Can my school use Gripole for a fundraiser?
Yes. Gripole is new, fun and easy to distribute. It’s wearable and not temperature sensitive, and it works for all ages. Contact us to set one up.
Is Gripole safe?
Gripole contains very powerful magnets, so use proper and logical judgment. Small parts may present a choking hazard, and swallowed magnets can cause serious injury or death. Don’t use it as a weapon or in a whipping motion. People with pacemakers should not work with magnets. Keep it away from computers, monitors, credit cards and watches. Read the full safety information.
Where can I buy Gripole?
Contact us and we’ll let you know about availability for single packs, bulk and custom orders.