Designed for backcountry travel, the Scott Riot 18 Rubber Ski Poles feature a long rubber grip zone so you can optimize your hand position while skinning, bootpacking, or traversing across uneven terrain. The thick, durable aluminum alloy shaft provides long-lasting durability and stability with every pole plant, and the carbon diamond tip provides a reliable grip in firm snow. Scotts S.R.S strap releases from the pole grip when it's tensioned, which enhances safety during a fall.