Poles are not just poles. With a wide variety of companies and build options to choose from, it is important to know that Scott was the very first pole manufacturer to use Aluminum in ski poles, and their technological innovations have set the standard for all others in the industry to follow ever since. From Aluminum to now Carbon, poles are lighter and stronger than ever before, giving skiers better swing weight and durability than ever before. And speaking of carbon, we introduce the Scott Pro Taper Ski Pole. With a combination of Carbon and Fiberglass guarantees absorption and flexibility. What separates this pole from others is its Strap Release System or S.R.S. This is the next generation of safety technology in ski poles. The S.R.S. system allows the strap to release from the grip of the pole in sketchy situations to prevent injury. It releases quickly while pulling sharply upwards. Other features would include a Noth Strike Grip, which is a lightweight, streamlined profile that facilitates necessary wrist articulation. A 3.6 Disk Basket blends aerodynamic efficiency, durability and design and is 66 millimeters in diameter. These baskets are replaceable and can be swapped out for larger baskets (Sold separately) for powder. The Scott Pro Taper Pole has all of the high-end carbon technology you will ever need in a pole for the ultimate in performance and safety.