Having a smaller diameter means your hand won't fatigue as easily. T adjustable straps come with a security lock which is a nice addition, as well as a pointed steel tip for breakthroughs when the conditions turn icier.

The Carbon Compactor poles are very easy to transport due to being able to be broken down into 3 pieces, yet they remain rigid and secure due to BD's Z-pole tech. Great lightweight backcountry pole.

Leki is not to be sleeped on. These poles are a fan favorite of skiers of all skill levels. The soft grips and the quality, lightweight aluminum make this ski a great deal and top performer.

Alloy pole. Included Big Mountain baskets are ideal for powder while included Cobra Alpine baskets are ideal for hitting the groomed slopes. No tools required to change out baskets.

These are lightweight and fantastic poles that have Leki's signature trigger grip - the wrist strap easily clicks off from the pole so you don't have to take your glove in and out when you get to the chairlift. Keep the wrist strap on your glove and just unhook the pole - quick and easy!

Leki makes great poles! These are the shorter of the two options, but I prefer a shorter pole as it forces you to focus on your skis while learning and not use the pole as a crutch mechanism.

Not only are these extremely strong and light but they have a unique strap. The pole strap on these are actually straps that go on your glove. The glove straps have a little loop that clips in and out of the pole easily. it's not for everyone but I personally love it. You can stay attached to your poles and not actually hold them on the lift with no worries. It offers great support on your hands to push off with the poles and they have a safety release so if you have a hard fall or got the pole caught while moving it would come off before any injury.

The pole strap on these attaches to your glove and then you can click in and out of the pole itself. This is to help avoid wrist, shoulder, and thumb injuries, so when you fall, your pole will pop off and save your body! Top choice by FAR!

These poles by Leki is perfect for beginner and intermediate level skiers. Adjustable strap that has a release function in case of a fall, comfortable grips for skiing all day, made of aluminum so they are lightweight.

Lightweight shaft and comfortable grips! The only real difference with Jr poles is they're a little narrower for a lower weight and come in a smaller size range but otherwise it's just like a pretty standard adult pole.