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When buying ski equipment many skiers neglect the importance of ski poles. Indeed, ski poles play a crucial role in the context of good practice.

What criteria should be taken into account when buying alpine ski poles?

In order to make the right choice you should ask yourself a few important questions. For example, do you prefer to go off-piste or do you stay on groomed slopes? Do you happen to do Telemark? Do you have a personal preference for a particular brand like Black Crows, Black Diamond, Salomon or Rossignol poles ?

First, make sure you choose a handle that is right for you. It’s an elementary criterion. For alpine skiing nothing beats a handle sculpted with the shape of the hand to ensure a perfect grip. Depending on the terrain of your outings, you will have to choose the basket accordingly to your practice. If you are a fan of off-piste and powder, the basket should be wider and more flexible. On the other hand, if you stay on groomed tracks you will need to equip yourself with a smaller and more resistant basket.

Alpine ski poles are an essential element to take into account if you’re opting for an efficient practice and maximum comfort. It’s important to define your expectations beforehand.

How do I define the right size of my alpine ski poles?

When buying alpine ski poles you should pay attention to the size, of course. Grab the ski pole under the bottom basket and your arm will form a right angle. Otherwise your pole can be:

Too short, if your arm is too low
Too long if your arm is too high.

If your stick is too long or too short, you will never be really comfortable on the slope. A ski pole that is too short will force you to wiggle to find support, and a pole that is too long will make your position uncomfortable and unstable. Here is the average size scale for alpine ski poles:

80 cm ski pole: a skier 105 cm tall
90 cm ski pole: a skier 120 cm tall
100 cm ski pole: a skier 140 cm tall
110 cm ski pole: a skier 160 cm tall
120 cm ski pole: a skier 170 cm tall
130 cm ski pole : a skier 190 cm tall
140 cm ski pole: a skier taller than 200 cm

Tips and hints

Have you ever heard of foldable sticks? If you have a lot to carry or want to pass your ski poles to other users, a more versatile model could be a good option for you.

If you’re fond of Telemark you might prefer slightly shorter ski poles for more comfort. In return, powder fans will choose slightly longer ski poles not to sink in the snow.

You’re looking for freeride ski poles or competition ski poles? Do not hesitate to take a look at our Ekosport online store, we have something for all needs and desires.