Touring ski poles - your perfect companion for every ski tour

The right touring ski poles are the key to an efficient and safe ski tour. Whether on a steep ascent in powder snow or on icy passages in the high mountains - an optimally selected pole improves your surefootedness, relieves your muscles and makes every descent a pleasure. At XSPO, you will find a selection of lightweight, stable and height-adjustable touring poles that will accompany you reliably through any terrain.

Purpose and areas of application

Touring ski poles are indispensable for anyone who makes their tracks off the groomed slopes. They support active walking on the ascent, distribute the forces evenly between your upper body and legs and improve your balance on uneven ground. For short passages with rocks or scree, foldable models make it easier to carry them on your rucksack, while steeper sections are optimally secured with longer poles. Shock absorption and ergonomic grips are particularly important for Lange alpine tours to prevent fatigue and protect your joints.

Important features, materials and product differences

In this overview, you can see how different touring pole designs differ in terms of weight, pack size, stability and price. The decisive factor is which features are most important for your tour in the backcountry.

How to find the right touring ski poles for you

1. Determine your pole length: Measure your height, multiply by 0.7 and add 5-10 cm for touring poles to compensate for calculated gradients.
2. Choose the material: opt for carbon if the lowest weight and best performance count, or aluminum for robustness and a lower budget.
3. Check the handle and strap: look for ergonomic handles made of cork or soft plastic and adjustable straps for optimum grip.
4. Decide on the mechanics: Height-adjustable models score with flexibility in the terrain, foldable poles are ideal for passages with carrying inserts.
5. Pay attention to plates and tips: Choose plug-in or interchangeable touring plates to prevent sinking in deep snow and hardened steel tips for grip on ice.
6. Set your budget: high-quality equipment costs more, but offers comfort and durability - especially for intensive tours, the investment is worthwhile.

Once you have clarified your requirements and touring goals, nothing stands in the way of finding the perfect equipment. XSPO focuses on individual advice, tested quality and a diverse range so that you can find exactly the touring pole that best supports your ski tours.

Frequently asked questions about touring ski poles

• Which touring ski poles are suitable for long ski tours?
  For Lange ascents, lightweight carbon poles with an ergonomic grip and a good loop are ideal for preventing fatigue.
• Do I need height-adjustable touring ski poles?
  Height-adjustable poles offer maximum flexibility for changing gradients and types of terrain.
• Are foldable touring ski poles durable?
  Foldable models are practical to transport, but require regular maintenance at the joints for a long service life.
• What touring plates are available?
  There are fixed and plug-in plates in various sizes - larger plates prevent sinking in deep snow, smaller ones are suitable for harder surfaces.
• Which handle material is better: cork or plastic?
  Cork offers better comfort and insulation in cold weather, plastic handles are more robust and usually cheaper.
• How do I clean my touring ski poles after the tour?
  Remove snow and dirt, dry the poles carefully and check the mechanics and loops for proper function.
• How do I find the right pole length?
  The correct length is calculated by multiplying your height by 0.7 plus approx. 5-10 cm for the ascent - many models can be readjusted in downhill mode.

Touring ski poles - reliable companions for ascents and descents

Touring ski poles are your key to more balance, efficiency and safety in the backcountry. Whether it's a steep ascent or a quick switch to the descent - with the right ski poles for touring, you can master any terrain effortlessly. At XSPO, you will find a selection of lightweight, robust and flexibly adjustable touring ski poles that will accompany you reliably - from the first step to the last turn.

Purpose, scope and requirements

Touring ski poles support you on a stable ascent, take the strain off your joints and provide additional support on the descent - especially on changing terrain or in steep terrain. Whether you are planning leisurely panoramic tours, want to master technically challenging summit climbs or ski down snow-covered slopes off-piste: Touring ski poles are essential for comfort, safety and efficient progress.

Main features, technical characteristics and differences

How to find the right touring ski poles

1. Define your usage profile
   Decide whether you want to go on flat panoramic tours or technical summit ascents. Adjustable telescopic poles are suitable for long, varied sections of terrain.
2. Weigh up the choice of material
   Carbon models are extremely light, while aluminium models are more robust and cheaper. Choose your material depending on whether you prioritise weight saving or durability.
3. Check the adjustment system
   Click systems are particularly easy to use, twist-lock fasteners allow finer length adjustments. Test the handling on the stand.
4. Determine disc size
   Large discs (from 100 mm) prevent sinking in deep snow, smaller discs offer less air resistance.
5. Test handle and hand strap
   Ergonomic handles with extended grip zones make it easier to grip quickly, while wide hand straps ensure comfortable power transmission.

XSPO offers you personalised advice, tested quality and a range that we have tested extensively ourselves - so you are guaranteed to find the right touring ski poles for your next adventure.

Frequently asked questions about touring ski poles

• What are the advantages of telescopic touring ski poles over rigid A-shaped models?
  Telescopic poles can be flexibly adapted to the terrain and incline, while A-shaped models offer less weight and greater stability.
• How do I set the right length for my touring ski poles?
  Adjust the height so that your elbow is at a 90-degree angle when the base of the pole is next to your ski.
• Which material is the lightest for touring ski poles?
  Carbon composite poles are generally lighter than aluminium models, but often come at a higher price.
• How do I properly care for and store my touring ski poles?
  Clean any dirt from moving parts, lightly oil the fasteners and store the poles in a dry place to prevent corrosion.
• When should I change the plates on my touring ski poles?
  Change discs if cracks or material fatigue are visible or if you switch from deep snow to icy passages.
• Are carbon touring ski poles susceptible to breakage?
  Carbon poles are very light and stiff, but are more likely to break under extreme forces than aluminium poles.
• What role do ergonomic grips play in touring ski poles?
  Ergonomic grips improve comfort and enable a quick grip on changing terrain.
• Can I also use my alpine ski poles as touring ski poles?
  Alpine poles often lack adjustability and large discs, which is why they are less suitable for longer ski tours.