see how much they bend, see if the look sturdy, and if they are light, and then don't bother posting about poles!!!! if you are a skier, you should know what poles you like.
I always break my poles. I was thinking of buying some indestructable ones, but I'd rather just get lots of unmatching ones. there's always poles around.
dude, I could never steal someones ski gear. I would just imagine how sad and pissed I would be if someone stole mine, and yeah. it is not right. go buy some.