- Light weight
- Good balance
- Adjustable for a variety of terrain and use conditions
- Compress to a small size when poles are not required (three section compress the most)
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Tip: When using ski poles for backcountry touring on very moderate terrain run your hand up through the bottom of the loop and have the strap rest on your wrist which allows you to lightly grab the pole and use the strap for better leverage and reduced hand fatigue.
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