Strapless poles are not very common, but they are actually a great alternative! Compared to pole straps, these cradle your hand around the grip in a perfect formed rubber cage. The force needed to hold onto the pole is reduced because the pole is supported by the grip resting on top of your hand. I could see this as a great pole for someone that has arthritis or a hand injury. As far as the pole, this is a solid, lightweight aluminum shaft. The basket is more of an on piste basket, but would be ok for the occasional powder day.

I don't know why these say Women's. This grip fits perfectly in my hand, and is the size of previous versions. The pole itself is a little flexy, but that's ok. The baskets are small for powder, you'll need to get powder baskets.