Nordic skiing is all the rage these days. With the overcrowding factor at most downhill ski areas, families are looking for alternative ways to get their kids outside and enjoy the winter months. Enter, the sport of Cross-Country skiing into the mix. With little to no crowds, tons of open spaces to explore, families are now gravitating towards skinny skis with long, skinny poles. The Swix Snowpath Jr Nordic Poles will fill that void for kids perfectly with poles designed and produced specifically for the kiddos. Made with 100% aluminum, these poles are both light weight and extremely durable. The Snowpath comes with an ergonomic Swix Kids Grip and an easy to adjust strap. On the fly adjustments can be made easily by Mom and Dad on the trail and with a little patience and learning, can be made by your child as well. A large basket prevents the ski pole from sinking deep into loose snow and provides a solid platform for skiers to push off on from when learning the basic techniques of the sport. Whether it be learning how to skate, classic ski or herringbone uphill, poles can make or break your overall skiing experience. They are one of the most overlooked and important tools that is essential in helping anyone progress through the earning curves of the sport. The Swix Snowpath Jr Nordic Poles will help take your young cross-country skier to new levels of success and help ramp up the fun factor to keep them coming back for more.