How to Choose Ski Poles
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Black Diamond Expedition Compactor Ski Poles - Pair
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A stowable, Z-pole design makes these Black Diamond poles ideal for backcountry use. FlickLock Pro locking mechanisms let you fine-tune the length.
Shop similar products- 7075 aluminum construction with removable lower shafts
- FlickLock Pro locking mechanisms with PH3 screwdriver bit and 1.5 mm hex bit integrated into shafts for field repairs
- Simple yet useful redesigned Expedition extended EVA foam grips with straight-edge grip scraper
- Tactile rubber "beak" on the grips for easy binding adjustments
- Girth-hitch straps for quick removal
- 100 mm (4 in.) powder baskets
- Sold as a pair
Imported.
View all Black Diamond Men's Ski Poles| Best Use | Backcountry Skiing |
|---|---|
| Basket Type | Powder |
| Shaft Construction | 7075 Aluminum |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Collapsed Length (in.) | 14.5 inches |
| Collapsed Length (cm) | 37 centimeters |
Ski Poles
| 32 in./80cm | 34 in./85cm | 36 in./90cm | 38 in./95cm | 40 in./100cm | 42 in./105cm | 44 in./110cm | 46 in./115cm | 48 in./120cm | 49 in./125cm | 52 in./130 cm | 54 in./135cm | 56 in./140cm | 57 in./145cm | 59 in./150cm | 61 in./155cm | 63 in./160cm | 65 in./165cm | 67 in./170cm | 69 in./175cm | 71 in./180cm | |
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| Height Range (Downhill Skiing) | < 3'4" | 3'5" - 3'8" | 3'9" - 4'0" | 4'1" - 4'4" | 4'5" - 4'8" | 4'9" - 5'0" | 5'1" - 5'3" | 5'4" - 5'6" | 5'7" - 5'9" | 5'10" - 6'0" | 6'1" - 6'3" | 6'4" - 6'6" | 6'7" + | ||||||||
| Height Range (XC Skiing) | <4'7" | 4'8"-4'9" | 4'10"-4'11" | 5' - 5'1" | 5'2" - 5'3" | 5'4" - 5'5" | 5'6" - 5'7" | 5'8" - 5'9" | 5'10" - 5'11" | 6' - 6'1" | 6'2" - 6'3" | 6'4"-6'5" | 6'6"+ | ||||||||
| Height Range (Skate Skiing) | <4'7" | 4'8"-4'9" | 4'10-4'11" | 5'-5'1" | 5'2" - 5'3" | 5'4" - 5'5" | 5'6" - 5'7" | 5'8" - 5'9" | 5'10" - 5'11" | 6'-6'1" | 6'2"- 6'3" | 6'4" - 6'5" | 6'6"+ |
Sizing Notes
Please note, this sizing chart is meant to serve only as a guideline.
Sizing downhill poles: Stand in your ski boots on a level floor. With your poles upside down—grips touching the floor—grab the pole beneath the basket so that the top of your thumb touches the basket. Your elbow should now be at a 90-degree angle. If the angle is less than 90 degrees, get a shorter pole. If the angle is greater, get a longer pole.
Sizing XC poles: Stand in your XC ski boots on a level floor. Place the pole tips on the floor next to your feet. The top of the grips should reach your arm pits.
Sizing skate poles: Stand in your skate boots on a level floor. Place pole tips on the ground with the pole shafts perpendicular to the floor. The poles should reach from the ground up to a point somewhere between your chin and your lips.
For more information, please see REI Expert Advice.
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1 month ago
Great split board poles
They have a sturdy and proven design. They are light weight. The baskets can be a little tricky to get on. Grips work well.
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2 months ago
Great color
So far so good. Ive used them just a handful of times and have put a lot of pressure on them and they are still straight
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2 months ago
Great poles
Overall great poles. Pretty light weight and packable. A bit more flex than I would prefer but still a good pole.
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2 months ago
Review originally posted on blackdiamondequipment.com