When people hear the word “professional,” they think of the absolute best. For many skiers, they believe that professional instructors will use the best or most expensive poles to guide them down the mountain. This assumption often concludes that carbon fiber is the overall best choice because it is lightweight and strong. But carbon fiber is also expensive, and continually buying these types of poles will become frustrating. You may be surprised to know that the reality is often the opposite, and professional instructors are looking for durable and affordable designs too.
Many ski instructors will accidentally break, lose, or have a ski pole stolen. Replacing expensive poles can quickly put a damper on anyone’s budget, so finding an affordable but reliable ski pole is important. Affordable poles shouldn’t be looked down upon and are often the best choice because they can be easily replaced in case of damage. The most affordable design is aluminum poles. Aluminum is a durable material, but it comes at an affordable price. Aluminum poles are also the most common type of poles for those very reasons.