i still love you.
as for poles, it actually takes more control too have style without them, and Republican_douchebag, you're just wrong, you obviously can't keep your arms undr control when skiing without poles, so lay off it, if you seen someone who actually is stylie without poles, then you would respect it.  it's not the future just a thing of personal preference.  and when you're skiing swith, poles ARE unnecessary, think about it.  as KZA said, it's not for everyone.