![A pair of ChiaoGoo SPIN 5-inch bamboo interchangeable knitting needle tips, side by side on a white background with the points down. Each brown bamboo shaft has a silver metal join with a threaded end at the top. Markings on the bamboo read [L], ChiaoGoo, and 10 (6.0mm).](http://smartisans.com/cdn/shop/files/ChiaoGoo-SPIN-Bamboo-5-Inch-Tips-2505-10.jpg?v=1791757085&width=3000)
![Close-up of the join ends of ChiaoGoo SPIN bamboo interchangeable knitting needle tips in a range of sizes, fanned across a white background. Each silver metal join narrows to a threaded screw end and fits over the end of a brown bamboo shaft. Markings on the bamboo include the ChiaoGoo name and the join sizes [S] and [L].](http://smartisans.com/cdn/shop/products/e03af0c4c7004ba7e4f619ca0c3d86cd.jpg?v=1661030650&width=400)
![A pair of ChiaoGoo SPIN 5-inch bamboo interchangeable knitting needle tips, side by side on a white background with the points down. Each brown bamboo shaft has a silver metal join with a threaded end at the top. Markings on the bamboo read [L], ChiaoGoo, and 10 (6.0mm).](http://smartisans.com/cdn/shop/files/ChiaoGoo-SPIN-Bamboo-5-Inch-Tips-2505-10_1024x.jpg?v=1791757085)
![Close-up of the join ends of ChiaoGoo SPIN bamboo interchangeable knitting needle tips in a range of sizes, fanned across a white background. Each silver metal join narrows to a threaded screw end and fits over the end of a brown bamboo shaft. Markings on the bamboo include the ChiaoGoo name and the join sizes [S] and [L].](http://smartisans.com/cdn/shop/products/e03af0c4c7004ba7e4f619ca0c3d86cd_1024x.jpg?v=1661030650)
Description
SPIN tips are ChiaoGoo's bamboo interchangeable needle tips. Each tip is Moso bamboo with a patina finish, with a metal join at one end and a tapered point at the other. The bamboo point is sharp, but it is not as sharp as a lace point.
Bamboo has more grip than ChiaoGoo's stainless steel and carbon fiber tips. The grip holds slippery yarn on the needle. ChiaoGoo crimps and glues the metal join onto the bamboo for a secure connection.
Sizes
These are 5-inch (13 cm) tips, in 16 sizes from US-2 (2.75 mm) through US-15 (10 mm). Three sizes are not included in any 5-inch SPIN set: US-2.5 (3 mm), US-10.75 (7 mm), and US-10.875 (7.5 mm).
Cables and Swivel Adapters
SPIN tips screw onto the same ChiaoGoo interchangeable cables as TWIST Lace tips of the same size. Choose a cable with the join size that matches your tips:
| SPIN tip size | Cable join |
|---|---|
| US-2 through US-8 | Small [S] |
| US-9 through US-15 | Large [L] |
Red TWIST and silver SWIV360 cables come in both join sizes. Find both in the ChiaoGoo Interchangeable Cables collection. ChiaoGoo has discontinued its clear nylon SPIN cables, and some Small [S] and Large [L] lengths are still in stock.
Choosing your cable length
Two 5-inch (13 cm) SPIN tips add approximately 10 inches (26 cm) to the cable length.
| Cable | Circular needle |
|---|---|
| 14-inch (35 cm) | 24-inch (61 cm) |
| 22-inch (55 cm) | 32-inch (81 cm) |
| 30-inch (75 cm) | 40-inch (101 cm) |
| 37-inch (95 cm) | 47-inch (121 cm) |
| 50-inch (125 cm) | 60-inch (151 cm) |
Choosing a swivel
A swivel lets the cable turn independently of the tips, so the cable does not twist as you knit. A swivel is optional, and tight stitches made with fine yarn can catch on the swivel. Swivels are available for Small [S] and Large [L] tips, US-2 through US-15:
- Silver SWIV360 cables: The cable has a built-in swivel, so you need no adapters.
- Red TWIST cables: These have fixed joins. A pair of swivel adapters adds a swivel, one between each tip and the cable. SPIN tips also connect directly to red TWIST cables without adapters.
Other ChiaoGoo Tips
SPIN tips also come in a 4-inch (10 cm) length. For sizes smaller than US-2, stainless steel TWIST Lace tips come in the same 5-inch length in a wide range of sizes: US-000 (1.5 mm) through US-15 (10 mm). Every ChiaoGoo tip length and material is in the ChiaoGoo Interchangeable Tips & Hooks collection. Not sure whether 4-inch or 5-inch tips fit how you knit? The tip length guide covers the difference.
Product Details
- Brand: ChiaoGoo
- Item #: 2505-2 through 2505-15, one item number per size
- Line: SPIN
- Material: Moso bamboo with a patina finish and a metal join
- Tip Style: Round, with tapered bamboo points
- Tip Length: 5 inches (13 cm)
- Sizes: US-2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10.5, 10.75, 10.875, 11, 13, and 15 (2.75 mm to 10 mm)
- Pack: Two tips in one size
- Join Sizes: Small [S] for US-2 through US-8; Large [L] for US-9 through US-15
- Size Marking: Permanently laser-marked on each tip
Questions About These Tips
Will they fit in a ChiaoGoo case?
Yes. SPIN tips fit in the ChiaoGoo Interchangeable Case, which has 29 labeled inside pockets and one outside zippered pocket.
Do the tips come loose while knitting?
They can if they are only finger-tight. Tighten each tip with a tightening key through the hole at the cable's join every time you attach it. The guide to keeping your ChiaoGoo tips secure shows each step.
Specifications
| Brand | ChiaoGoo |
| Craft | Knitting |
| Product Type | Interchangeable Tips |
| Price varies by size | From $12.50 to $19.50 |
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ChiaoGoo's lifetime warranty covers manufacturing defects for the expected life of the product under normal use. Smartisans is an authorized ChiaoGoo dealer, so the warranty covers your purchase.
ChiaoGoo does not cover normal wear and tear, accidents, or misuse.
See the ChiaoGoo Lifetime Warranty Page for the full terms and how to file a claim.
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