Frequently Asked Questions
Footbag Questions
What is the best footbag for beginners?
The best footbag for beginners is a sand-filled bag in the 45–60g range. Sand fill is forgiving — it collapses slightly on contact, making stalls easier to learn. The Around the World (58g, sand fill) and the 32p Pro Staller Light (45g) are both designed specifically for players just starting out. Avoid metal-filled bags until you're comfortable with basic stalls and kicks.
What's the difference between footbag weights?
Weight affects how a footbag behaves underfoot. Lighter bags (45g) are easier to control for beginners. Mid-weight bags (58–65g) suit circle passing and casual freestyle. Heavier bags (80g) are for advanced players working on technical tricks like level 2 ADD's and tiltless runs — they sit lower and set cleaner for precision stalling.
What filling is used in footbags?
Common footbag fillings include sand (soft, forgiving, great for beginners), plastic pellets (consistent weight, good all-rounder), rubber/steel mix (responsive, good for freestyle), and metal fill (heavy, precise, for advanced play). Xtremity Juggling offers bags across all fill types depending on your skill level and style.
What are the different ways to play footbag?
There are several styles of footbag play: Circle (passing with friends), Freestyle (solo technical tricks and combos), Golf (hitting targets on a course), and Netbag (played over a net like volleyball). Each style suits different bag weights and fill types — we can help you choose the right one.
Where can I buy quality footbags in Europe?
Xtremity Juggling (xtremityjuggling.eu) is an Irish-based store specialising in premium handcrafted footbags and juggling equipment, shipping across Europe and to the US. All footbags are hand-stitched and available in multiple weights and fill types to suit beginners through to advanced freestyle players.
Juggling Ball Questions
What juggling balls are best for beginners?
For beginners, a 70–85g beanbag-style juggling ball with minimal bounce is ideal. The 32 Panel Thud Juggling Ball (70g) is popular because dropped balls stay put rather than rolling away, keeping practice flowing. The 12 Panel Pro (85g) is another strong choice — soft catch, predictable flight, good for indoor and outdoor use.
What is a thud ball in juggling?
A thud ball is a juggling ball designed with minimal bounce — when it drops, it lands softly and stays where it falls rather than rolling away. This makes them ideal for numbers juggling and technical practice where chasing balls across the room breaks your rhythm. The 32 Panel Thud from Xtremity Juggling is a 70g, 32-panel hand-stitched thud ball suited to intermediate and advanced jugglers.
What juggling equipment do I need to start?
To start juggling you need three balls of consistent size and weight. A 70–85g beanbag ball around 2.5–2.75" diameter is the standard starting point. Avoid bouncy balls or tennis balls — they're harder to control. The Footbag Starter Bundle from Xtremity Juggling includes three bags matched to a learning progression, from beginner to advanced.
What is the difference between juggling ball types?
Beanbag balls (like the 12 Panel Pro or Ultimate Beanbag) are soft, low-bounce, and great for learning. Thud balls have even less bounce and are preferred for numbers juggling. Russian-style balls are harder and rounder, suited to body rolling and contact juggling. For most beginners, a soft beanbag is the right starting point.
Orders & Shipping
Where do you ship from?
We ship from Ireland. We deliver across Europe and to the United States. See our Shipping Policy for full details on rates and delivery times.
What is your returns policy?
We offer a 30-day returns policy. EU customers also have the right to withdraw from a purchase within 14 days of receiving their order. See our Refund Policy or use our Withdrawal Form to exercise your EU right of withdrawal.
How do I contact you?
Email us at sales@xtremityjuggling.eu — we typically respond within 24 hours.