The Threeworlds Fusion V3 Dragon Hub is a versatile clamp-on hub system designed for building modular dragon staffs with fire, LED, or daytime spokes. Unlike Fusion hubs that use a dedicated pressure-fit connection, the V3 clamps directly around the outside of compatible staff tubing, allowing it to be installed without permanently modifying the pole.
Each V3 Hub accepts either 3 or 4 spokes, allowing a pair of hubs to create a 6 or 8 spoke dragon staff. The clamp-on design also allows V3 Hubs to be installed on compatible contact staffs, making them a useful option if you want to convert the same staff between contact and dragon configurations.
3 or 4 Spokes Per Hub
Each V3 Hub can hold either 3 or 4 compatible spokes. Using two hubs gives you the choice between a 6 spoke setup for reduced weight and clearance or a fuller 8 spoke configuration.
V3 Hubs are compatible with a variety of Threeworlds and Bonobo Flow spoke options, including Dragon Staff Fire Spokes, Spiral Dragon Claws, and Lumi LED Dragon Spokes. This allows the same hub system to move between fire, daytime, and LED configurations.
Not sure whether you want 3 or 4 spokes per hub? Our Dragon Staff Spoke Configuration Guide breaks down some of the practical differences.
Clamp-On 22 mm Design
V3 Hubs are designed to clamp around 7/8 inch OD (22 mm OD) staff tubing. One M4 x P0.7 x 20 mm bolt with a washer passes through the hub and threads into a cylinder nut to secure the two halves together. The bolt uses a 3 mm Allen key.
Because the hub clamps around the outside of the staff rather than inserting a pressure-fit connector into the tube, it can be installed on compatible dragon staff and contact staff cores. This makes the V3 particularly useful for spinners who want to convert a compatible contact staff into a dragon staff without dedicating the pole exclusively to dragon.
Adaptable to 19 mm Staff Tubing
Although the V3 is primarily designed for 7/8 inch OD (22 mm OD) staff tubing, it can also be adapted for compatible 3/4 inch OD (19 mm OD) staff cores using V3 Dragon Hub Spacers.
19 mm staff cores are less common in modern dragon staff setups, but the spacer option remains useful for older staffs and compatible custom builds.
7075 Aluminum Construction
The V3 Hub is constructed from high-strength 7075 aluminum, providing a durable clamp system capable of handling the drops and impacts that come with dragon staff practice. Each hub weighs approximately 3.68 oz (104 g), adding some weight toward the ends of the staff.
For some spinners, that additional end weight creates a more planted feel during rolls and transitions. Others may prefer a lighter setup, particularly when prioritizing faster direction changes.
V3 vs. Ultra Dragon Hubs
The Fusion Ultra Dragon Hub and V3 both accept either 3 or 4 compatible spokes, but the way they connect to the staff is fundamentally different.
V3 Hubs clamp around the outside of the staff tube. Ultra Hubs use the Fusion pressure-fit system, allowing the complete hub to be installed or removed from a compatible Fusion staff with a quick twist. This makes the Ultra significantly faster to swap, while the V3’s clamp-on construction allows it to work with a broader range of compatible staff cores.
V3 Hubs can also be installed on compatible contact staffs and adapted to 3/4 inch OD (19 mm OD) poles using spacers. If you are deciding between the two systems, our V3 vs. Ultra Dragon Staff Hubs Guide goes into the differences in greater detail.
Protect Your Staff Tubing
When clamping a V3 Hub around hollow staff tubing, reinforcing the inside of the tube can help protect it from the pressure created as the hub is tightened. This is particularly useful with carbon fiber staff cores.
Our 22 mm Fusion Removable End Caps fit inside compatible 7/8 inch OD x 3/4 inch ID (22 mm OD x 19 mm ID) tubing to reinforce the area underneath the hub.
3 mm Hardware
The V3 Hub keeps things simple by using a 3 mm Allen key for both the main hub bolt and the spoke grub screws. Each spoke is secured using an M6 x 1 mm x 5 mm cup-point alloy steel grub screw.
Our 3 mm Allen Key Keychain provides a compact option for keeping the correct tool with your prop bag. Replacement Dragon Staff Hub Grub Screws are also available if one inevitably makes its escape into the grass.
For instructions on properly installing and securing your spokes, check out our Dragon Staff Spoke Installation Guide.
If maximum convenience is your priority, the Fusion Ultra is hard to beat. If you want broader staff compatibility and the ability to convert compatible contact staffs into dragon staffs, the V3 remains the Swiss Army knife of the Fusion hub lineup.





















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