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User Height |
Pole Length (inches) |
Pole Length (centimeters) |
|---|---|---|
4'1" - 4'4" |
38 |
95 |
4'5" - 4'8" |
40 |
100 |
4'9" - 5'0" |
42 |
105 |
5'1" - 5'3" |
44 |
110 |
5'4" - 5'6" |
46 |
115 |
5'7" - 5'9" |
48 |
120 |
5'10" - 6'0" |
50 |
125 |
6'1" - 6'3" |
52 |
130 |
6'4" - 6'6" |
54 |
135 |
6'7" + |
56 |
140 |
Tags: Sizing Charts, Ski Poles
I fall in the 5′7 to 5′9 height range and according to the pole chart the recomend 48 inche pole. would it be wise to have my pole leght 2 inches longer than is recommended?
Kris,
With the ways that today’s shaped skis are designed to be skied, much farther forward than straight skis, it’s better to go short than long. I’m 5’9” and ski a 46” pole to allow myself to get farther forward. It really comes down to personal preference and how you ski.
Kevin
How would you size the pole when you stand on a pair of skies that have intergrated bindings? If you messure the pole by holding it upside down while in the store without standing on skies with intergrated bindings, how do you get an accurte messure?
James,
Ski pole lengths are measured while standing out of skis. If you account for the height of the skis in your measurement your poles will be too long and will put you in too upright of a position putting your weight on the tails of your skis. With today’s shaped skis a more forward skiing position is desired by many skiers, therefore it is common to go with a pole that is shorter than the traditional ninety degree size (I’m 5’9” and use to ski a 48” pole and now ski on a 45” pole to allow myself to get farther forward).
Kevin
How do I know what kind of snowboard to buy for my boys. They are both 5′7″. One weighs 180 and the other 130. They are both beginners. Also, what about bindings and boots? Thanks!
Nancy,
The easiest way for you to do this would be to use our mens snowboard packages link. From there, you can choose the beginner snowboard packages link, if that is the level you feel they are at. The beginner package gives you only options of boards, boots and bindings that are suited for beginners. The difference within these products is in quality, and whether the product can still be used at an intermediate level. As for sizing, the boy that weighs 180 could go with a board sized anywhere between 155 and 158, and the one weighing 130 could ride something around 150 – 154. Hope this helps!