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The mine shaft entrance stood there at the edge of the ski run at Vail, half buried by new fallen snow. And the kids couldn`t wait to explore it. One by one, they popped through the opening. Suddenly, ...

Poles are an under-appreciated piece of skiing equipment. They help with balance and timing, two keys to dynamic skiing. A solid pole plant is essential to navigating mogul fields, tight trees and, ...

I've evaluated outdoor and fitness equipment for over five years. Every year, the ski industry gets caught up in a trend or innovation. Last year, my social feeds spotlighted essential bucket list ski ...

Let’s take a moment to admire the unassuming hero of our powder days: the ski pole. Ski poles are the uncelebrated champion of skiing. They aren’t as critical as ski boots or bindings and nowhere near ...

A trusted companion on the mountainside, a pair of ski poles provide stability and guidance while tackling the slopes — whether those slopes are steep and intense or flat and welcoming. The type of ...

Lightweight, safe, and surprisingly affordable, these Leki Cerro S ski poles might just save your wrists—and your wallet.

Downhill skis can certainly be awkward to carry, but you know what? So can their poles! San Francisco startup Yardsale is out to change that, with customizable poles that cling together via integrated ...

For most skiers, there is a hierarchy of importance in the gear the sport requires. The skis and boots sit at the top of that hierarchy, followed by apparel including snow pants and jackets and gloves ...

High-quality, innovative design has improved today’s best ski poles, but the basic concept remains the same. A pair of ski poles is helpful for balance, rhythmic turning, and propulsion on flat ...