A good rule of thumb is to size down 5-10 cm from your normal all-mountain pole length. If you normally use a 115 cm pole, look for a 105-110 cm freestyle pole. The pole should come up to your lower ribs or waist when standing on the ground.
Ski Poles · Freestyle Ski Poles
How do I know what length freestyle pole to get?
Related gear types
If this answer nudged you toward a different style, these guides compare specs and trade-offs.
Alpine Ski Poles
$25 – $180
Standard fixed-length poles designed for resort downhill skiing and general on-piste use.
Fixed lengthStraight shaftStandard basket (50-60mm)
Racing Ski Poles
$80 – $350
High-performance poles engineered for competitive alpine racing with aerodynamic profiles and maximum stiffness.
Curved/aerodynamic shaftCarbon fiber constructionStiff flex profile
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