Top 5 Ski Poles Of 2021

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Are you looking for new ski poles? In this video, our skiing expert Amanda shares with you our top picks for 2021 for budget, downhill, backcountry skiing and more.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:31 Best Downhill-specific Pole
01:59 Best For Downhill Skiers On A Budget
02:47 Best For Backcountry
03:41 Best For Backcountry On A Budget
04:24 Best For Split Boarders
05:21 Beginner's Guide to Hiking Gear

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Our picks:

👉 #1: Best Downhill-specific Pole - Leki Detect S

👉 #2: Best For Downhill Skiers On A Budget - Volkl Phantastick

👉 #3: Best For Backcountry - Black Diamond Razor Carbon Pro

👉 #4: Best For Backcountry On A Budget - Black Diamond Traverse

👉 #5: Best For Split Boarders - Black Diamond Carbon Compactor

For more information on how to choose your next ski poles, check out our buyers guide:

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💢💢 Top 5 Ski Poles of 2021 💢💢

👉 #1: Best Downhill-specific Pole - Leki Detect S

Leki constructed the Detect S poles from aluminum so that the poles would be more prone to pending than breaking and still be lightweight to carry, as opposed to carbon fiber alternatives. The S in the name indicates that the pole features the brand’s Trigger S system, which allows you to separate the strap from the pole itself. One final thing to note is that the slim race-style grips are super ergonomic and easy to hold on to.

What I like most about these poles is that there is a built-in spring release on the strap that will release it from the pole in the event of upward force, making for an added degree of safety.

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👉 #2: Best For Downhill Skiers On A Budget - Volkl Phantastick

Volkl designed this quality budget pole with an 18mm diameter shaft. These poles are cut to order, available in sizes as short as 90 centimeters. One of this pole’s standout features is its availability in a wide variety of flashy colors, including bright red, aqua, and blue — and matching grips to go with each color.

What I like most about the Phantasticks is how tough and durable they are thanks to a solid alloy construction.

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👉 #3: Best For Backcountry - Black Diamond Razor Carbon Pro

Black Diamond designed the Razor Carbon Pros with an aluminum upper shaft and carbon fiber lower shaft to ensure as much weight savings as possible while limiting the amount of break-susceptible carbon in the construction. Remember, unlike carbon fiber, aluminum will bend before breaking. These poles also feature an easy to use solid flick lock mechanism, large grip pad, and releasable wrist straps.

What I like most about the Black Diamond Razor Carbon Pros is that they weigh in at just 18 ounces for the pair.

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👉 #4: Best For Backcountry On A Budget - Black Diamond Traverse

The Traverse is a high-performance two-section pole that boasts many of the same features as more expensive poles on this list. The comfortable upper grip is designed for skinning while the secondary lower grip features sticky rubber that comes in handy when you’re side-hilling.

What I like most about these ski poles is that they are very durably constructed and should last a long while.

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👉 #5: Best For Split Boarders - Black Diamond Carbon Compactor

The Carbon Compactor features a collapsible z-pole design, which makes these easy to stash away when not in use. When you do pack them away, they break down smaller and slimmer than any other pole on this list. It comes with a solid powder basket and is designed to break down fast during transitions, which saves precious time. Because this pole is designed specifically for skinning uphill, it doesn’t offer the same performance on the downhill, which is something to keep in mind.

What I like most about the Black Diamond Carbon Compactors is how lightweight they are, weighing in at just eighteen ounces.

[bretts]

Liked and subscribed! Need more reviewers like this out there. A good video suggestion would be one for bindings! Warden, STH2, Attack, what's the difference?! Is it all marketing? Does it all just come down to looks?