Kromski Minstrel — Castle-Style Spinning Wheel & Accessories
Compact, upright, and beautifully crafted in hardwood, the Kromski Minstrel is a castle-style (vertical) spinning wheel known for smooth treadling and versatile setup. This page gathers the Minstrel wheel and the compatible accessories you’ll use most—so you can build a reliable, comfortable spinning workflow at home or in the studio.
Why spinners love the Minstrel
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Small footprint, upright flyer: a castle-style profile that fits neatly in your space.
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Smooth double-treadle action: comfortable cadence for longer sessions.
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Flexible drive setups: supports classic double drive and Scotch tension (single drive) configurations (see individual product pages for details).
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Grow with your projects: pair with jumbo options and extra ratios for bulkier yarns.
Compatible accessories on this page
Standard and jumbo bobbins, flyers (standard/jumbo/sliding-hook), lazy kates, additional whorls/ratios, orifice reducers, drive bands and brake cords, threading hooks, oil, and selected parts.
How to choose
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Yarn goals: fine/medium vs. bulky/art yarn → consider jumbo kits and ratios.
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Space & portability: compact castle-style footprint (non-folding) for a stable home or studio setup.
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Compatibility: some parts are model-specific—check each product page to ensure a perfect match with the Minstrel.
Questions about fit or setup? Contact us—we’ll help you select the right accessories for the Minstrel and the yarns you want to spin.
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Minstrel Wheel - Kromski
KromskiThe Kromski Minstrel is a traditional Castle style wheel. The true definition of a Castle wheel is simply a wheel where the flyer, orifice and m...
View full detailsMinstrel Wheel Bag - Kromski
KromskiThis bag has been designed for the Kromski Minstrel wheel. Dimensions: 43" x 22" x 22" 1 Large Exterior Zippered Pocket 8 Interior Sleeve Pocke...
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This sturdy stool has a contoured seat that will let you spin for hours. The legs are turned to allow a permanent seat height adjustment from 17″ ...
View full detailsMinstrel Great Flyer Set - Kromsky
KromskiIf you are looking for a solution to be able to spin and ply thicker yarns on your Fantasia or for a larger bobbin capacity, the Fantasia Jumbo Fl...
View full detailsMinstrel Jumbo Flyer - Kromski
KromskiThis standard single-drive pin fits Kromski wheels:- Prelude,- Interlude,- Sonata.RatiosWith the Prelude: 6; 10.5; 13:1With the Interlude: 7; 13.5...
View full detailsStandard double drive Flyer - Kromski
KromskiThis standard double drive flyer fits Kromski wheels:- Minstrel,- Symphony,- Polonaise.
Minstrel whorls - Kromski
KromskiHere are all the whorls for the Kromski Minstrel whorl.Ratios Jumbo: 4; 5.3 et 7:1Slow Sandard: 6.5 et 8.5:1 (this whorl is delivered with the whe...
View full detailsJumbo Bobbin - Kromski
KromskiKromski Jumbo flyer is required for these bobbins.Available in different finishes.weight: 190g/6.7 oz.
Standard bobbin - Kromski
KromskiKromski has created coils that fit on all of the brand's spinning wheels.They are available in different woods and finishes. They have a cap...
View full detailsGreat bobbins - Kromski
KromskiThese GREAT spools fit the Kromski Minstrel Super Jumbo flyer.The capacity of the spool is 700 g (24.8 oz)They are available in the following fini...
View full detailsMinstrel Distaff - Kromski
KromskiOptional add-on for helping to manage longer fibers like flax, while you spin. Dimensions: 64.2 cm x 22 cm ( 25 in x 8.6 in )
Vertical Lazy Kate - Kromski
KromskiLazy Kate holds up to three bobbins. The bobbin rods are made of heavy metal. These tensioned Kates will accommodate most brands of bobbins i...
View full detailsArched Lazy Kates - Kromski
KromskiLazy Kate holds up to three bobbins. The bobbin rods are made of heavy metal. These tensioned Kates will accommodate most brands of bobbins i...
View full detailsKromski Wheels Poly Drive Band
KromskiPoly drive bands for every Kromski wheels.
Tension Peg - Kromski
KromskiSet including the peg(s) to adjust the tension as well as the hemp rope, the spring and the hook.Please note that there is a special peg for the F...
View full detailsBrake band set - Kromski
KromskiHemp string, spring and small hook to replace your brake on a Kromski wheel
Tension Peg - Kromski
KromskiReplacement tension peg for Kromski wheels.
Kromski oil
KromskiKeep your wheel in great working condition with wheel oil. The long needle nose applicator is perfect to get oil to the right location on yo...
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KromskiIncluded with each Kromski wheel. This hook has a fancy turned handle making it a perfect accessory for your wheel. Just bend the wire to work wi...
View full detailsFootman Connector - Kromski
KromskiFootman connector for Kromski wheels. While some Kromski products are in stock, others may take 2-3 weeks to be delivered. Please contact us if yo...
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