Ski poles

I know its been done before but there wasnt to much info on the topic. How do I know which ski poles to buy and how do you know the ski pole is the correct lenght? Does it matter what they are made of & whats the strengh of them ? Ok butter ski poles would be no good before anyone gets clever! :-)

I dont know if i told you but i got some NEW SKIS and now need poles!

Also whats with the stars next to your name, I had 2 now got 3?

mfc, it's possible to spend lots of money on poles, and still only have a pair that do the same job as ones costing £25-£30. If you want them to match your new skis, there is an X-Wing paint job in the Salomon range of poles. Otherwise, look for a mid sized basket, avoid the little disc baskets, try the grip and strap for comfort, avoid going too far upmarket (coz someone will take a fancy to them) and avoid the really cheap bargains, as the alloy will likely be too bendy )

No need to spend £££ on carbon fibre or composite poles IMHO.

for the length, turn a pole upside down, then grip under the basket. Your forearm should be pretty straight and the elbow at a right angle. If you find you are "between" lengths, consider an adjustable pole. I have some of these as I'm between 115cm and 120cm.
http://www.freetime1.co.uk/Models.aspx?PartnerID=1&ModelID=2289

Re: the stars, someone is impressed with your posts, and voted accordingly :D

You can cut most poles to your preference if they are not perfect as well :thumbup:

Cut them Pablo? I thought they were adjustable???

Ally

AllyG wrote:Cut them Pablo? I thought they were adjustable???

Ally

Most poles are not adjustable, generally you can cut these ones.

Pablo Escobar wrote:You can cut most poles to your preference if they are not perfect as well :thumbup:

Tried that just the once....measured 3x, taped the area for the cut.......still got it wrong as grips would not go back on to the same height position :evil:

Poles now suitable for lop sided person, if anyone wants free Leki poles pls PM me. You pay postage natch!

Look for good straps, with stiffer webbing, and a nice contoured pad on the strap. Not only will this be more comfortable, and much firmer in the hand, but will also be quicker,and easier to get your glove into. Avoid flimsy straps that tangle and twist.

Trencher

For a sure bet buy mid range Scott poles with the strap that doesn't twist (like Trencher says), these would do the trick.

The lower range Scott poles generally have the standard nylon type strap that isn't great.