Kromski Fantasia Extra Fast Whorl | Magnetic High-Speed Pulley

The Science of the High-Speed Singly

In 2026, as spinners increasingly experiment with “challenging” fibers like Bison, Qiviut, and Egyptian Cotton, the Extra Fast Whorl becomes a necessity rather than a luxury. These fibers have incredibly short staple lengths and require near-instantaneous twist to stay together. At a 20:1 ratio, one full rotation of your drive wheel spins the flyer twenty times—giving you the “velocity overhead” needed to spin threads as thin as a human hair without the yarn drifting apart.

Ergonomic Speed

The true beauty of the Extra Fast whorl isn’t just about the speed of the flyer; it’s about the relaxation of the spinner. Traditionally, spinning fine lace required “bicycle-pedaling” your feet to get enough twist. With this whorl, you can maintain a slow, meditative treadling pace while the flyer does the heavy lifting. This prevents leg fatigue and allows you to focus entirely on the delicate drafting of your fiber.

Precision Magnetic Seating

Spinning at $20:1$ creates significant centrifugal force. Ashford’s magnetic-mount system is engineered to handle this intensity. The whorl snaps into a perfectly centered position, ensuring that even at high RPMs, there is zero wobble and minimal vibration. It’s a whisper-quiet experience that allows you to hear the rhythmic “hum” of high-performance spinning.