Soft snow one day and firm snow the next calls for gear that adapts, and the Force 9 Nordic Ski Pole does it with an interchangeable basket system built around a large racing basket. Baskets come separately or as a complete kit, so the size can change with the snow conditions. A natural cork grip pairs with an R-Clip strap that clips and unclips for precise hand positioning. What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"In a hard interval workout on a groomed loop, the pole felt light and quick, so I held a high cadence without my arms tiring early. The cork grip stayed comfortable through the whole training block."