Do not underestimate the importance of a good pair of ski poles! All too often, the ski pole is an afterthought. We here at SkiEssentials.com like to think about poles as ski boots for the hands. The use of hands in the sport of skiing is drastically underutilized. The hands serve as the eyes of the body, reaching out and creating the timing and balance necessary to navigate any type of condition or terrain. Our ski poles have a range of properties, from thick and durable aluminum poles from K2 to light carbon options from Scott. We also have race poles from Komperdell and Leki as well as brand matching colors from Black Crows, Atomic, and Rossignol. If you’re looking for an adjustable pole for touring, we’ve got those, too.