For cross country Skiing, your ski poles are one of the most overlook and important pieces of equipment you will use to help you rise through the ranks. Luckily, the One Way Diamond 3 XC Ski Pole is here to help. Having the proper technique, sizing and pole planting form can be the difference between a great day on the slopes or a bad one. Proper Pole plants and technique give you power, stability and balance over your skis and really help you increase your speed and glide. The One Way Diamond x XC Pole features comfortable and supportive cork grips, that are never affected by temperature variations and always produce a sure grip that you can count on, pole plant after pole plant. A lightweight and durable Fiberglass haft gives your excellent swing weight and a feather-like feel, while Exit Straps are easy to put and take off. 11-miilimeter pole baskets provide you with great balance with each pole plant and keep you above the snow when loose and even powder conditions. hardened steel tips give you great purchase and grip to the snow and really make a difference when conditions turn to hardpack or even ice after a mid-season thaw and refreeze. Make each and every day of cross country skiing better while practicing your overall technique along with solid pole plants with the One Way Diamond 3 XC Ski Pole.