How to Fit Ski Poles
Ski poles have four components: shaft, basket (at the bottom), grip and strap. Choose a pole that fits your height, pocketbook and style.
Things You'll Need
- Ski Hats
- Ski Socks
- Downhill Ski Boots
- Downhill Ski Poles
- Downhill Skis
- Ski Clothing
- Ski Gloves
- Ski Goggles
- Ski Pole Baskets
- Ski/snowboard Helmet
Instructions
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Wear your ski gloves when shopping for poles.
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Find the right length: Turn the pole over and grasp the pointed end under the basket in your fist. With the handle of the pole touching the ground, your bent arm should form a perfect right angle.
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Talk to a ski shop professional about the latest pole technology in aerodynamics and swing weight efficiency if you're interested in aggressive or mogul skiing.
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Tips & Warnings
Rent poles when you're a beginner.
Aluminum poles are sturdy and cost-effective.
Graphite or composite poles are lighter but are more expensive and can break easily.
Comments
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donicejr1
May 31, 2009
Recipe sounds inexpensive and easy but there's nothing about how many servings it yields, i.e. small, medium, or large dogs. I've got a 3 year old black lab (about 100 lb) and wonder if I should feed him an amount equal to the canned food he's getting or would he need more or less of this. He also gets dry food but doesn't like it mixed with his canned food.