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Propel yourself Down the Hill with Ski Poles from Sears

Ski poles are a vital piece of equipment when it comes to your skiing collection. They help propel you down the hill and give you control in icy situations. They also help skiers steady themselves while they brake. Sears has a huge selection of ski poles to choose from so that you find the perfect set for all your skiing needs. Find the right length, the perfect grip and basket, and the ideal shaft material for the type of skiing you enjoy.

Once you've got your skis and ski boots, it's time to grab your poles. Choose your ski poles in accordance to your height. Some ski brands will sell their poles in centimeters while others will label their poles in inches. Poles generally come in two-inch, or five-centimeter, increments. For a child who is just shy of four feet tall, he or she would use a pole that is 38-inches or 95-centimeters. On the other end of the spectrum, an adult that is near or over six-feet-tall would use a pole that is about 56-inches in length or 140-centimeters. A skier's forearms should be parallel to the ground, and the pole should touch the snow to know if you're using the right size.

There are two types of basket, standard and powder baskets. The standard basket is smaller than the powder baskets, which are larger and don't allow you to push as deeply into the snow. Choose the type of basket that fits on the type of terrain you ski. Straps and grips are also something to consider when looking into ski poles. Straps allow you to hang on to your pole even if you're not constantly gripping it. Some straps on high-end poles will release the pole if the pole gets caught on something. It acts as another form of skiing protective gear. Some grips are made to fit your fingers individually and others are ideal for mittens and only have a thumb indent.

After you've selected the grip, basket and size of your pole, it's time to decide on what type of material you want for the shaft. Materials include aluminum, carbon fiber and composite materials. Aluminum tends to be heavier but more durable from all three. Carbon fiber and composite shafts are lighter and slightly easier to break. Once you decide, pack up all your ski gear in skiing bags and hit the hills.

There are a lot of decisions that go into finding the perfect pole. Your height, type of skiing and the terrain you frequent are all to be considered. Luckily, Sears has a huge variety of poles to choose from so that you spend less time shopping and more time skiing.