Bamboo ski poles

Rubber-like grip, this of red bioplastic + hemp (prototype).
Tungsten carbide tip that for good grip on rocks and ice, and a red Ø100 mm powder basket.
The strap of recycled polypropylene can easily be adjusted with just one hand.
Rubber-like grips for a firm grip.
Rubber-like grips for a firm grip.
The gips comes in eight different colors.
Bamboo ski pole with rubber-like red grip of bioplastic + hemp and basket of high-density polythene.
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Ski poles of bamboo

Eco-friendly bamboo ski poles for alpine skiing – handmade according to your own color choices and preferences. Light and flexible but still strong and durable for energized skiing in all terrain.

Bamboo ski poles with blue grips and baskets.
Bamboo ski poles with red prototype grips of bioplastic + hemp and red baskets.
Bamboo ski poles with pink grips and baskets.
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1 000 SEK

+ shipping and engraving if selected

Poles are measured by their total length, from the top of the grip to the bottom of the tip. More about selecting length see below!
Any text/logo will be discussed later. More info below!
Note! Only shipping within Sweden. Collect in Kristianstad or Malmö only when possible.
Please note that the ski pole production is done privately and that invoicing therefore is done through Frilans Finans Sverige AB. The terms and conditions are based on the terms that apply to purchases between private individuals in accordance with the Swedish Sales of Goods Act (SFS 1990:931).

Colors

Rubber-like green grip of TPE-SEBS.
Rubber-like blue grip of TPE-SEBS.
Rubber-like purple grip of TPE-SEBS.
Rubber-like pink grip of TPE-SEBS.
Rubber-like red grip of TPE-SEBS.
Rubber-like black grip of TPE-SEBS.
Rubber-like grip of 50% cork/50% TPE-SEBS.
Rubber-like grip of white bioplastic + recycled paper (prototype).
Rubber-like grip of black bioplastic + recycled leather (prototype).
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Green powder basket of polyethylene, Ø100 mm.
Blue powder basket of polyethylene, Ø100 mm.
Purple powder basket of polyethylene, Ø100 mm.
Pink powder basket of polyethylene, Ø100 mm.
Dark red powder basket of polyethylene, Ø100 mm.
Orange powder basket of polyethylene, Ø100 mm.
Black powder basket of polyethylene, Ø100 mm.
Dark green basket of polyethylene, Ø90 mm.
Dark blue basket of polyethylene, Ø90 mm.
Red basket of polyethylene, Ø90 mm.
Orange basket of polyethylene, Ø90 mm.
Black basket of polyethylene, Ø90 mm.
White basket of polyethylene, Ø90 mm.
Black basket of polyethylene, Ø80 mm.
White basket of polyethylene, Ø80 mm.
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Information

Weight: Ca 250 g/pole (Tonkin bamboo). Ca 300 g/pole (Calcutta bamboo). 125 cm length.

Grip: Extra good grip, from rubber-like thermoplastic elastomer (TPE-SEBS). Cork grips weigh 10 grams less per grip and consist of 50% cork/50% TPE-SEBS.

Strap: Can be tightened with just one hand and is made from recycled polypropylene (PP).

Bamboo: Tonkin bamboo (Pseudosasa amabilis) measuring Ø16–18 mm by the grip and Ø14–16 mm by the basket. Calcutta bamboo (Dendrocalamus strictus) measuring Ø17–18 mm by the grip and Ø14–17 mm by the basket.

Basket: Baskets of high-density polyethylene (PE-HD), still flexible at −30ºC. Available in sizes of Ø100 mm, Ø90 mm, or Ø80 mm.

Tip: Hard tip of tungsten carbide (widia) for reliable grip on rocks and ice, mounted in zink-plated steel bracket, mounted in an aluminum ferrule (6026 alloy).

Other material: Strap tightener from leftover aluminum sheets, stainless steel scew (A2), eco-friendly hot melt adhesive of EVA and resin, and polish (linseed oil wax from raw linseed oil and beeswax).

For alpine skiing the pole length is usually 65–70% of your own height. The appropriate pole length for you depends on your height, terrain and personal preferences. Read more on Bergfreunde and try their calculator!

You can choose to have your own custom engraving on an area of maximum 12×130 mm. You also chose between your own text or graphic element, that will be engraved on the opposite side of the Rimfors logo. Any text or logo file will be discussed during the order process. More about custom engraving!

Grips, baskets and carbide tips are manufactured by Tehnomat. Straps are made by Weaver Textile. Ferrules are lathe-turned by Gnosjö Automatsvarvning. The bamboo is grown in Guangdong, China and imported by Bamboo Import Europe and HPJ Garden. The Calcutta bamboo is grown in India and directly imported from Calcutta Bamboo. Strap tighteners are made curtesy of Tony Lindberg.

All materials can be energy recycled and are classified as non-harmful by the Swedish Society for Nature Conservation. All materials except from the hot melt adhesive and the linseed oil wax can be reused and recycled. The ski poles are shipped in corrugated cardboard made from recycled paper and corn starch, sealed with tape from recycled paper and potato starch. All done for minimizing the load on climate and a well-functioning circular economy. More about the materials, climate and environment here!

Återvinningstringlar för polypropylen, polyeten, aluminium, stål och wellpapp.

Product photos by Andreas Hillergren