Using poles without leashes?

**skibuminwyo** · 01-24-2008, 11:46 PM

i have to give credit where credit is due. during one of the mike'd clinics at Ouray, some dude was climbing and talking about tools. that was his phrase. "leashes only belong in the bedroom these days." true, true.

**granville686** · 01-25-2008, 12:09 AM

Originally Posted by single

I dont use straps for a lot of the reasons above. Then I lost a pole and replaced it with one that has straps. So I use one strap and one non-strap. Pointless, huh? I stopped by salvo the other day though and picked up a pair of those poles with the big plastic hand wraparound thing. It is flexy and has a gap in the middle, so if they get torqued too much they will fall off. Perfect compromise.

exactly what kind of straps i have

**FrontRangeDrummer** · 01-25-2008, 12:21 AM

The straps on my Life-Link poles are attached to little tabs that release from the pole when you pull really hard. Sort of like DIN bindings for your straps. I had them get pulled out a few time when skiing through trees or pole planting on buried bushes, and have been very glad that I didn't dislocate a shoulder.

Life-Link

**rideit** · 01-25-2008, 12:23 AM

Life-Link is currently dead. (or barely breathing)
Hopefully the new (Bozeman?) owners will do something respectable with the brand....

**skibuminwyo** · 01-25-2008, 12:25 AM

quick, mister rideit. you do cpr. i'll call 911!

**rideit** · 01-25-2008, 12:26 AM

I'll jump up and down on the chest of your avatar, you do the rest.

**skibuminwyo** · 01-25-2008, 12:29 AM

http://www.tetongravity.com/forums/s...d.php?t=110168 explanation. her face was wayyyy too buttery to be included in the avatar. but i think this was a good crop job

Hugh Conway · 01-25-2008, 12:30 AM

Originally Posted by rideit

I'll jump up and down on the chest of your avatar, you do the rest.

eh? we head to you for fellation and handjobs

**hutash** · 01-25-2008, 12:18 PM

Not specifically mentioned, but inferred, but no straps in the tress either.

I ski most of the time w/o , but if I am with a group of faster skiers inbounds I use them, just so I don't waste time side stepping up to get a pole after a fall.

**pdiddy** · 01-25-2008, 12:25 PM

I gave up on pole straps after getting caught in a avalanche, those things will beat you up good as you get tossed around in the "washing machine". A new set of poles is cheaper than a trip to the ER for puncture wounds or broken bones.

**irul&ublo** · 01-25-2008, 12:40 PM

Originally Posted by BlurredElevens

They're called straps, and not using them is the common protocol in avalanche terrain.

Which is why Blurred never uses his LesboStrap 9000 in the BC.

**telepariah** · 01-25-2008, 01:16 PM

The straps are good for hanging my poles from a nail in the garage.

"This leash demeans us both."

**Blurred** · 01-25-2008, 01:34 PM

Originally Posted by irul&ublo

Which is why Blurred never uses his LesboStrap 9000 in the BC.

**flatNshallow** · 01-25-2008, 02:06 PM

I'm dissapointed... 28 hours and 38 posts discussing straps and not a single reference to the LS9000.

**Blurred** · 01-25-2008, 02:09 PM

Originally Posted by flatNshallow

I'm dissapointed... 28 hours and 38 posts discussing straps and not a single reference to the LS9000.

Originally Posted by irul&ublo

Which is why Blurred never uses his LesboStrap 9000 in the BC.

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**jfost** · 01-25-2008, 02:10 PM

just heard in an avy lecture that current thoughts are changing, and that if you keep your pole straps ON, it may lead to an easier rescue, even if your shoulder is jacked. Point being that the pole may break the surface in a deep burial, and if it is still attached to your arm, it is easier to find you!

**Foggy_Goggles** · 01-25-2008, 06:12 PM

Originally Posted by jfost

just heard in an avy lecture that current thoughts are changing, and that if you keep your pole straps ON, it may lead to an easier rescue, even if your shoulder is jacked. Point being that the pole may break the surface in a deep burial, and if it is still attached to your arm, it is easier to find you!

and prevent you from forming an air pocket. 2nd hand accounts tell me they are fucking anchors. I'd like to see an ergo grip design that provides more support and replaces the strap. straps are also nice for attaching your poles to your back if you are doing any raps or rope work.

**Lani** · 01-25-2008, 06:21 PM

I've used the grips on these to attach them to my pack during plenty of hairball shit. They're not quite as good for skinning as leashes, but I don't mind.

EG...

**Gerome** · 01-25-2008, 06:22 PM

Originally Posted by jfost

just heard in an avy lecture that current thoughts are changing, and that if you keep your pole straps ON, it may lead to an easier rescue, even if your shoulder is jacked. Point being that the pole may break the surface in a deep burial, and if it is still attached to your arm, it is easier to find you!

What's up Jfost? I was there too. IMZ and I were the obnoxious slednecks in the front left of the class. Where were you?

**tetsuma** · 01-25-2008, 07:27 PM

Originally Posted by skibuminwyo

oh yes... you noticed?

leashes belong in the bedroom.

That's where straps belong, too.

**Jim S** · 01-25-2008, 07:34 PM

Mine have the tear away straps. I keep 'em on.
Haven't had a problem yet, knock on wood.

**Keegan** · 01-25-2008, 08:13 PM

Originally Posted by s.p.c

constantly on the look out for mamacitas without their poles straps on. pretend i am at the top of the terrain park - yell "dropping!" and accidentally knock their poles out of their hands.

from there it is a win win situation, you either stop, and watch the young lass bend down for her poles (bonus if she falls, or you can't stop and accidentally run in to her) or you pick up the pole you caused her to drop and look like a gentleman.

touche. touche.

Best quote of the day by far

**runethechamp** · 01-25-2008, 09:36 PM

Originally Posted by Foggy_Goggles

I'd like to see an ergo grip design that provides more support and replaces the strap. straps are also nice for attaching your poles to your back if you are doing any raps or rope work.

Swix came out with something they call a wishbone system a few years back. I have some loose ones of those laying around. I'll see if I can take a picture later tonight.

**house** · 01-25-2008, 10:21 PM

I use the pole straps, but don't put it around my wrist. Just slip your fingers (not thumb) through and grab the grip- the strap lies between your palm and the grip. You can still let go of the pole and not lose it, but without a strap around your wrist it can slide right off when you need it to. Give it a whirl, eh

**Hacksaw** · 01-25-2008, 10:54 PM

Originally Posted by jfost

just heard in an avy lecture that current thoughts are changing, and that if you keep your pole straps ON, it may lead to an easier rescue, even if your shoulder is jacked. Point being that the pole may break the surface in a deep burial, and if it is still attached to your arm, it is easier to find you!

Strange....

Who is teaching that idea???