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Scott strapless poles
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Has anyone tried these and have any pros or cons? I need to buy myself poles for the first time as have bought skis. I like the idea of not having to faff around with straps every time I need to blow my nose (every time I stop seemingly!).
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We've one pair in our family, and everyone fights over them Very Happy

They work really well I feel and well worth buying them. They are arranged so that the additional part covers your knuckles so that you, obviously, don't need a strap to make them reasonably secure. Very easy to get your hands in and out of quickly without the faff of pulling the leash on and off for conventional poles.

Whether you could leave them on your hands while using a tissue, I'm not sure.

They don't need anything special to attach them to gloves etc and very easy to use. It's a yes from me Laughing
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Been using a pair (not Scott) for years. There are other manufacturers (e.g. Komperdell). Nowadays, if in a dome using their poles I do not bother using the straps. Only disadvantage, sometimes when poleing, the pole can get stuck and you leave it behind. It is annoying having to trudge back for it.
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Thanks for the feedback - think I will go for them.
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HUGE believer in strapless pole grips. Evangelist, almost. Do it, you'll love 'em.
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Use Leki strapless poles - was recommended for safety while tree skiing. Saves time and avoids putting hands into frozen rigid straps. Yes occasionally the pole gets left behind when poling.

Would not advise blowing your nose unless you want to blind yourself. Very Happy
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I remove the straps whenever I buy a set of poles: reduces the risk of hand/shoulder injuries whilst tree skiing is the main thing. Being able to bin them quickly if caught in a slide is a secondary aim...
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 After all it is free Go on u know u want to!
After all it is free Go on u know u want to!

Why stop at strapless ski poles? Why not try a backless fartbag, bottomless ski boots, or a crotchless bobble hat!
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