Handle pole?

[jjk8]

I picked up a roundnose recently and had a few questions. I've seen alot on here about shortening the handle pole? Why? I'm 6'2" and have some damned stubby arms for my height. The ski I got is setup pretty well for freestyle, but I dont believe the pole has been touched. I'm pretty new to all this business, so thanks!

 

[Waternut]

Most people do it to get their weight further forward and distribute their weight on the ski better. I'm 6' tall and have long ape arms but still run a full length pole. IMO, you make the pole a length where you're comfortable standing in the tray and adjust the ski to ride the way you want....most disagree with me though.

 

[swapmeet]

I'm 5'11 with arms. With a stock pole I find that when riding at any high rate of speed, I'm hanging my butt off the back of the ski. It's hard on my back. It's definitely a balance. I recommend the adjustable turn plate from X-metal. It allows you to adjust from -2.5 to -3.5.

Shortening the pole itself is easy. There's plenty of threads on how to do it.

 

[jjk8]

I'm 5'11 with arms. With a stock pole I find that when riding at any high rate of speed, I'm hanging my butt off the back of the ski. It's hard on my back. It's definitely a balance. I recommend the adjustable turn plate from X-metal. It allows you to adjust from -2.5 to -3.5.

Shortening the pole itself is easy. There's plenty of threads on how to do it.

I see what ur saying. I've experienced that too. I think I want to focus primarily on freestyle. Maybe I'll look into one of those adj plates you speak of! Thx.

 

[motoman96]

Also look into an adjustable pole like rrp or xmetal, that way you can find the right length without much work.