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Tag: Grip

28 July, 20246 December, 2024Pole talk

Testing new grip extensions: hemp twine and overgrip tape

Hand holding a pair of ski poles with pink grips and long grips of wrapped hemp cord.

Extended grip poles have become a trend in backcountry skiing lately. Many skiers seem to appreciate the simplicity they offer. Some have […]

17 December, 20236 December, 2024Pole talk

New colors in Santa’s workshop

Bamboo Santa gives thumbs up for turquoise and fluorescent yellow baskets.

Last week I received a refill of grips and baskets from Tehnomat. For several weeks I have been eagerly awaiting these packages, […]

5 November, 20236 December, 2024Pole talk

Grips, baskets, tips … Tehnomat has all pole parts!

Ski pole grips and baskets in all kinds of colors.

People sometimes ask me why I present my suppliers, why I share my tricks and trades, and why I reveal my innovations […]

11 June, 20236 December, 2024Pole talk

Making ski touring poles out of old cross-country poles

Vintage cross country bamboo poles converted to ski touring poles, with orange and blue handlebar tape for grip extensions.

Creating and crafting things with your own hands gives a great sensation of fulfillment. I love to figure out how to refine […]

14 January, 20236 December, 2024Pole talk

Voilà! Les Bâtons d’Alain, but of bamboo

Robert skis cold powder in Kittelfjäll with his new Les Bâtons d'Alain-inspired bamboo poles.

When people started using ski poles thousands of years ago, there was no handle on the poles. There was no pole strap […]

31 July, 20226 December, 2024Pole talk

DIY: How to make grip extensions for touring ski poles

Bamboo ski poles with extended grip from wound bark tanned reindeer hide.

Many skiers prefer poles with grip extensions. Especially when going backcountry ski touring. Extra grip area can sometimes be practical, uphill as […]

15 March, 20206 December, 2024Pole talk

The first orders

Ett par alpina topptursstavar med handtag och mellangrepp av kork och gummiliknande elastomer.

Sure! My bamboo ski poles are not fully finished yet. The straps are still under development. But I need input and experience […]

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