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What Poles Should I Get?

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Annabelle.
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Okay, I'm 15 years old, 5 feet 4 inches and I spend most of my time skiing in the terrain park. My current poles fit my height and keep my elbows at a 90 degree angle, but they're a pain and get in the way when I'm in the park. My friends said that shorter poles are better. So what would be a good and size pole for me if I'd like them to be shorter.

Thanks,
Annabelle
Sep 24 2014 6:18PM
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JGWI
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Seriously though, get what feels right to you. They are nice to be short, but too short defeats their purpose.

Read This-
https://www.newschoolers.com/forum/thread/570376/Guide-to-NS--Read-Me-

Nice to see you made an account.
Sep 24 2014 6:30PM
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steezy_doge
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Ask your local shop and if you have a big budget get panda poles or soil poles but if not the line pointy sticks with grips are the best
Sep 24 2014 7:16PM
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a_pla5tic_bag
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just cut your current poles to a shorter height. no reason to buy different ones, they're just metal sticks.
Sep 24 2014 7:21PM
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.lencon
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Get panda poles...they're way more than metal sticks...they are flipping awesome!!
Sep 24 2014 9:40PM
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.FRY.
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brett fisher pro model poles
Sep 24 2014 9:55PM
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.lencon
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.FRY.brett fisher pro model poles


What's funny is Brett uses panda poles haha. Obviously the 20 inch length.
Sep 24 2014 9:59PM
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JGWI
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.FRY.brett fisher pro model poles


I have been laughing my ass off for the past two days at your comments.
Sep 24 2014 10:16PM
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Al.Capone
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Get them stash poles my nigga
Sep 24 2014 10:41PM
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Al.Capone
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Get them stash poles my nigga
Sep 24 2014 10:47PM
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nutz.
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Mother Nature Ski Poles are the best poles out.
Sep 24 2014 11:15PM
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DaReaLjakeReilly
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stashskipoles.com niggga
Sep 24 2014 11:38PM
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.otto.
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mad owl poles
Sep 25 2014 7:59AM
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Mr.Mitten
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I'm a fan of Digit, and their new line should be dropping soon!
Sep 25 2014 3:46PM
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steezy_doge
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steezy_dogeAsk your local shop and if you have a big budget get panda poles or soil poles but if not the line pointy sticks with grips are the best


*soul
Sep 25 2014 6:32PM
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413Crew
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Sep 25 2014 9:10PM
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Al.Capone
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nutz.Mother Nature Ski Poles are the best poles out.


Hahahaha
Sep 25 2014 10:47PM
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fluffyclouds
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Grab the coolest at the after ski.
Sep 26 2014 3:06PM
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Full tilts
Sep 26 2014 4:47PM
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yunghopperFull tilts



In all seriousness, get Line, Joystick or Digits I'd say
Sep 26 2014 7:58PM
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DeRizzo
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Scott poles are pretty much the best poles. There's really no question, mine have held up like no others.
Sep 26 2014 8:13PM
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bnewbs6
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JD.Scott poles are pretty much the best poles. There's really no question, mine have held up like no others.


This. Surprised no one has said this. They are what I have been using for years.
Sep 26 2014 8:16PM
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Kaden_Durrbie
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Honestly just cut yours shorter, or go to a used sports store and buy some for 5$ then paint them your colour of choice. Cut them short if youre skiing park so that you reduce the likely hood of getting speared when falling. Good luck
Sep 26 2014 9:14PM
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cameron_taylor
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Fatcans are pretty sick, got a pair and i love them.
Sep 27 2014 4:15AM
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steezburgereddie
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413Crew


Excellent poles. Had them for years and they hold up great. They match the rest of my gear really well too.

Sep 27 2014 10:04AM
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.nasty
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.LincolnGet panda poles...they're way more than metal sticks...they are flipping awesome!!


and for hipsters who think they actually look cool with those lol
Sep 27 2014 10:52AM
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Park_Mho
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.nylesand for hipsters who think they actually look cool with those lol


It actually seems like a good idea. Panda poles are strong and lightweight, but they are expensive as fuck.

Just steal some rentals and cut them down.
Sep 27 2014 10:28PM
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shin-bang
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MhoP_It actually seems like a good idea. Panda poles are strong and lightweight, but they are expensive as fuck.

Just steal some rentals and cut them down.


i wouldnt say light weight, if you pick up a pair of aluminum poles, the aluminum is definately lighter. BUT, when using panda poles they give you more confidence knowing that they wont bend or break. they are super durable. ive taken mine hiking in summer and havent had a basket issue. the bamboo is super durable and hasnt snapped after a season of many hard falls.
Sep 28 2014 11:56AM
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a_pla5tic_bag
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my poles are scotts that have been cut down and they're the only pair of poles I've ever had. They're a bit bent but they've never snapped.
Sep 28 2014 12:13PM
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dijon
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Line Pollard's Paintbrush
Sep 28 2014 3:52PM
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