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The long and the short of it – Nordic Walking Pole Length

bfskaren — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:30:03 +0000

Exel Nordic walking Pole Size Chart

So you’ve had a few Nordic walking lessons, possibly with us at our nordic walking centre in South Wales. You’ve decided its time to buy a pair of poles, but what length to buy?

Nordic Walking poles are typically sold in fixed lengths of 5 cms increments, starting from 100cms and going all the way up to 135cms. The simplist way to estimate the length of Nordic walking pole you need is to multiply your height in cms by 0.68 and then round down to the nearest 5cm length. So for example, I am 5′ 5″ ish which is 165cm and I walk with 110cms poles (actually nice 100% carbon Exel Ultimates!).

If you have the poles to hand another way of measuring up is to hold the handle of the Nordic walking pole with the shaft vertical and your elbow tucked into your side (like the silhouette in the chart to the left). Your elbow should make a 90 degree angle or slightly more (so that your hand is a little lower to the ground).

Many factors could affect the ideal pole length for your style of Nordic walking. If you have a particularly long stride then you may want a longer pole. Or if you have a hip restriction then you may want a slightly shorter Nordic walking pole. For this kind of fine tunning then its best to take the advise of a qualified INWA (International Nordic Walking Federation) instructor. You can find your nearest instructor at www.britishnordicwalking.org.uk. Or pop in and see us at Barefoot Studio, Cowbridge, near Cardiff. All our staff are INWA qualified instructors and are happy to give you as much advise as you need.

Exel Trail Running Ultimate 2009 Poles now in

bfskaren — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 13:02:46 +0000

The fabulous 2009 Nordic Walking pole range from Exel has arrived, including the top of the range Exel Trail Running Ultimate. With 100% carbon using NTECH this pole is superlight, perfectly balanced and a joy to nordic walk with. You can check out the full specification at www.exelpoles.co.uk and buy on line at www.barefootstudiostore.co.uk.

If you wold like to see the poles and road test them then come along to the Cardiff Outdoor Action Show in cardiff Bay this weekend. Barefoot Studio will be there together with Exel and British Nordic walking. There will be free taster sessions and you can view the full 2009 pole collection.

Sneak preview – Exel Trail Running Ultimate NW Pole

bfskaren — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:34:46 +0000

Later on this month Exel launches its new 2009 Nordic Walking range. In the UK, four models will be available costing from just under £50 to £120. At the top of the range is the Exel Trail Running Ultimate World Cup. This pole is made from 100% co-wound carbon using NTech® technology and is ultra-light.

The cork handle provides comfort and a low sweat surface and works together with the Worldcup strap system. This strap gives three points of adjustment and a broad base of support to push through when nordic walking. Once adjusted this strap system fits the hand perfectly.

The spike tip is fitted with the new Aero tip for improved grip when nordic walking on soft surfaces such as grass.

The pole is available in lengths from 100cms to 135cms and has a shaft lifetime guarantee.

You can check out the full 09 range of exel poles at the UK Exel website
Or order on-line from www.barefootstudiostore.co.uk

Lengths:

100-140/5 cm

Shaft lifetime guarantee!