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There’s enough to worry about on competition day, your gear shouldn’t be one of them. Use this checklist to make sure your dancer is "Side-Stage Ready" before you leave the house.

1. The "Poodle Sock" Check

• The Brightness Test: Are your socks still "Championship White"? If they’re looking a bit grey or dull, a fresh pair can instantly brighten up the look on stage.

• The Grip: Check the elastic at the top. If they’re sliding down during practice, they’ll definitely slide during a heavy round.

• Pro-Tip: Always keep a backup pair in your dance bag. Between grass stains and mud at outdoor venues, a spare pair is a lifesaver.

2. Laces & Buckles

• The "Snap" Check: Look for fraying on your heavy shoe laces. Laces almost always snap at the most inconvenient moment!

• Length Matters: Ensure your laces are long enough for a secure double-knot but not so long that they trip the dancer.

• Buckle Security: If you use buckles, check that the elastic or leather loops are secure. A flying buckle is a safety hazard!

3. Shoe Accessories

• Tape & Glue: Do you have your sock tape or "sock glue" ready? Make sure the bottle hasn't dried up since the last feis.

• Heel & Toe: Check the tips and heels of your heavy shoes. If they are loose, a quick fix now prevents a trip later.

4. The "Emergency" Kit

Every Jemriva Designs dancer should have these "just in case" items in their bag:

• Spare laces (Black for heavy shoes, white for reels).

• A small bag of replacement Crystal Parade Sew-On Crystals.

• Sock tape.

• Spare bobby & wig pins and hair ties.