When talking about different types of Shaolin Staff, people often talk in terms of grip- shuang yin (both hands palmar side down) or yin yang (one hand palmar side up, one hand palmar side down). However, I was wondering if there are different types of staffs in general used at the Shaolin temple. For example, a staff used for qimeigun may or should be different than one used for fengmogun. I figure that when using both heads of the staff with a shuang yin grip, you want something thicker. If one is using a lot of whipping techniques, they would probably opt for something thinner and more maneuverable.

Any thoughts?