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Alpine Poles Sizes

poles Size Chart

Ski poles should be chosen to match one’s height (A). A simple formula for this is (A) x 0.7.

Another way to determine the appropriate alpine-skiing pole length is a practical test. To do this, simply flip the ski pole upside down with the grip on the floor and the top of your hand touching the basket (the disc-like object above the tip). If the grips are now on the ground, one’s forearm and upper arm should form a right angle. This accounts for the fact that the ski pole will sink into the ground as far as the basket allows.

The below table shows length orientation values ​​for adults. When in doubt, choose the longer pole length, as the pole shaft can be shortened easily.

  • inch
  • cm
HEIGHT (A)
POLES SIZES
4'9"-5'0"146-156 42105
5'1"-5'3"153-164 44110
5'4"-5'6"159-171 46115
5'7"-5'9"167-179 48120
5'10"-6'0"173-186 49125
6'1"-6'3"180-194 52130
6'4"-6'6"187-200 54135
6'7" +194-208 56140

Note: The length for Park & Pipe poles is not determined by this formula. The main length is 90 cm or shorter. 

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