The phrase twirler flag brings to mind high stepping band majorettes or cheerleaders in skimpy uniforms, waving flags. However in the jargon of advertising, a twirler flag means a totally different thing.

The twirler is a close cousin of the feather flag, whose hoist side is on a longer vertical compared to its fly side, however, twirlers come in several shapes. They can be hook shaped, oval, or teardrop shaped, but its most prominent feature that gives it its name is its ability to rotate on its pole in 360 degree turns. This makes it a very appealing advertising tool, as the movement of the flag becomes eye-catching and gives maximum exposure of the message or design on the flag.

Due to the design of the rotating flag, it has specialized accessories for mounting and display, which are often sold separately wherever the feather flag has been sold. The hardware needed allows the flag to rotate in gusts of wind when displayed outdoors. Other types of twirler flags are mounted on bases that makes the flag rotate via a motor.

Twirler flags also refer to the flags used in parades and field demonstrations. These twirling flags come with specialized hardware for their display, which can include wrist straps and specialized light weight poles. Flag twirling has been part of marching band competitions or part of cheerdance routines. Flags used in twirling are often designed with specific choreography in mind.

Whether it is a twirling flag for advertising or a twirling flag for performances, let your flag maker know which type you would be needing, and any reputable manufacturer should be able to create the twirler flag that you need.