What length ski poles does my child need?

Have your child stand in their ski boots on a flat surface with their upper arms relaxed at their sides and elbows bent at 90 degrees. Measure from the floor to the top of their hand—this is the correct pole length. As a rough guide: ages 3–5 typically need 60–70 cm, ages 6–8 need 70–85 cm, ages 9–11 need 80–95 cm, and ages 12+ may need 90–105 cm. Always measure the child rather than relying on age-based charts, as height varies significantly.