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Ryan Price Special user winnipeg, MB, Canada 641 Posts |
Hey Guys,
For those that do restaurants would you recommend the majiloon pump to be used or possibly a filbert or other stand up pump. I currently own the majiloon, I have used it in somewhat loud areas and didn't notice and noise but have used it at home and it sounds like a weed blower. Since I am looking into starting to work restaurants the last thing I want to do is tick off a manager on my first night. Any insight would be appreciated. |
revlovejoy Special user Pennsylvania 765 Posts |
I'm no expert, I've not done this kind of gig - but I've worked plenty of restaurants, and I eat in them a lot (too much) - and I can't imagine that a powered pump is going to go over well in that setting. I'm looking at it from the consumer point of view, not the balloonist - and it would look weird to me. I think the expectations in a restaurant are far different than fairs festivals and parties. I'm thinking of the advice of the magician workers - don't do things like grab the guests' food or silverware, pay attention to their space, etc... that may be the angle to consider. Not that it's the same thing, but might be a way to approach the question: what level of intrusion is acceptable to entertain, and what is too intrusive? I think a noisy pump may be over the line.
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revlovejoy Special user Pennsylvania 765 Posts |
I meant, I worked them as staff - not an entertainer.
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Ryan Price Special user winnipeg, MB, Canada 641 Posts |
Thanks rev, the main reason I purchased the pump was for restaurant type work. CJ Johnson says he uses it in restaurants, of course he is the one who sells them too.
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revlovejoy Special user Pennsylvania 765 Posts |
Well hey - if the pros do it, they know what they're doing. Thinking further, the kind of place I would expect to see a twister would likely be a loud place to begin with - like Red Robin in my area. So maybe there it won't be out of place. Ultimately, you have to discern it from place to place. Your best course is to ask the manager ahead of time - or, take it in and demo what you do with it, as opposed to just asking "would you mind a powered pump?" They won't know until they see it - and as you noted, you don't want a manager upset after you've been on the gig already, so any advance planning will not only solve problems, but show even more that you are an all around pro who cares about all aspects of your service.
Yeah, now that I think about it - the French 5 star place with a sommolier and waiters instructed not to tell their names or get chatty - not likely hiring a twister anyway. The likelihood that they want a twister, but one who is silent as a mouse, - not really much of a chance of that. |
Jay Ward Veteran user Flowery Branch, GA 328 Posts |
Can't speak to the Majiloon, but I use the Filbert Pump in my restaurants. I can't say enough good things about this pump. Lightweight, doesn't take up much room, colorful and interesting to people, and inflates a 260 in a single stroke. I assume you have one since you referenced it. If you don't, buy one today. I say definitely use the Filbert! If anyone plans to buy one, don't depend on your emails getting a response. He doesn't seem to get them all. Call him!
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Kevinr Inner circle 1854 Posts |
There is a women in my area that uses one of those fanny pack Majiloon pumps that you strap on. I heard you can buy something to muffle the sound. Infact there is someone who has a picture of it on balloonhq
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MiketheMagicDude Loyal user CT 270 Posts |
In restaurants I use a "ketchup bottle" qualatex pump.
It's an intimate enough setting where I do not need to worry about speed...and this is the one setting where I will consciously NOT mouth inflate. Big events I have a filbert by my side. But I mouth inflate 40-50% of the time for simplicity sake. (my style may not be yours...to me mouth inflating provides me a quicker, softer, more accurate inflation.) No WRRRGGGGNNNNNNNGGGTTTTT pumps in a restaurant. And no carrying big props either. |
Skip Way Inner circle 3771 Posts |
I bought one of the early Majiloons for restaurant work and it was far too noisy. Shortly after I tested a Balloon Buoy from TMyers and the difference was astounding. The BB is whisper quiet compared to the older Majiloon. I've been using the BB in my restaurants and parties for over 6 years now without a single complaint, cross look or frightened child. Love it! I use my Majiloon for outdoor gigs now to give the BB a break.
I've heard that Majiloon has created a much quieter system now, too. A couple of folks at Kapital KIDvention were using them. I really prefer the inflation hose assembly of the Magiloon to the simple nozzle and button of the BB, so I'll have to check it out.
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Pokie-Poke Special user Bensalem, PA 883 Posts |
I use a Filbert, At first I thought it would get in the way, but people love it "wow that's cool"
Unless the restaurant is that small, go with the floor pump.
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derrick Inner circle I dug holes for 1044 Posts |
I also use a Filbert. Never a problem and very light. I used a Balloon Bouy for a while and would always forget to charge the blasted thing. My Filbert stays charged 24/7.
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Mr. Woolery Inner circle Fairbanks, AK 2149 Posts |
Think about it from the customer's point of view.
First time I saw a balloon twister use a pump at a restaurant, it was a TMeyers pump on a little dolly. (I asked about the pump, which is how I heard of TMeyers.) She had her balloons in pockets on the front of the dolly and it sure got my attention when she inflated a balloon in about one second with one stroke of the big pump. My kids loved the balloons, but I was amazed by the pump. My impression at the time was that this was a professional who had some specialized equipment for her job. That really was what my wife and I talked about after supper, too. I love gadgets and she loves me enough to discuss them with me. If she'd come by with a quiet electric pump, I would have thought the same thing as I did about the stroke pump, but if she'd had a noisy electric pump I would have been irritated. Not enough to complain or even mention it to the server, but enough to take the pleasure out of the balloons. If your electric pump is quieter than a soft conversation, I think you'll be fine. If it is louder than a speaking voice, I suggest a floor pump. Either way, keep a backup hand pump with you. Just in case. -Patrick |
Ryan Price Special user winnipeg, MB, Canada 641 Posts |
Thanks guys,
Like I said I did purchase the majiloon for restaurant work but it may not be the best option. I have a pump 1 and had a pump0 prior to that. I do a lot of work so these take a real beating. The pumpo is completely broken now and I have been using the pump1 but this is also showing a lot of wear so I will be ordering 1 or maybe even 2 filberts. The main reason I suggested it in my first post is due to the way it is constructed making it easier to carry. If the majiloon was a little quieter I wouldn't think twice about using it. |
Pokie-Poke Special user Bensalem, PA 883 Posts |
The handles on the Filbert will hold inflated balloons while you work on bigger things!
Patric; that is just what I get all the time, I can mouth inflate, but prefer the pump, and get a better reaction. Derrick; yup, If my Filbert runs out of air I have other problems!!
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Bad to the Balloon Inner circle Clearwater Florida 2116 Posts |
I use a majiloon at my night club gig, mainly to blow 660's and 360's to sail over the dance floor.
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Ryan Price Special user winnipeg, MB, Canada 641 Posts |
Mark would you say its too loud for the average family restaurant?
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CarlEJones Elite user Dallas, Texas 461 Posts |
I have both. I prefer the Filbert hands-down! It's COOL, interesting, fun looking, great to hold balloons for multi-balloon creations, and LIGHT WEIGHT!
I've done THOUSANDS of balloons with my first one and the only upkeep was to wipe on some silicone gel ONE time. Honestly, I don't know how something so light can work so well, and fall over soooooooooooo many times and not break, crack or get damaged in anyway! My wife and I each have our own filbert and we have one in the closet for a spare. They are worth 3 times the price you'll pay him for the pump. Plus, he's super nice and always very helpful to us! FILBERT is my #1, #2 and #3 choice for a balloon pump! carl
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Bad to the Balloon Inner circle Clearwater Florida 2116 Posts |
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On 2010-02-09 18:32, Ryan Price wrote: Depends on the Restaurant. Busy family style yes ..... quieter restaurants maybe not..... sounds like a cordless drill.
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