Quick verdict
The Steep Pro Vario S3 from Salomon scores with solid stiffness and decent balance in handling, basket functionality, and comfort. The pole is not a lightweight and, with a maximum length of 135 cm, is more suitable for skiers under 180 cm.
- Total points
- 61.62 / 100
- Weight
- 326 g
- RRP
- 165 €
- BACKLINE stars
Test year 2026 · Lenzerheide
Test verdict
The Steep Pro Vario S3 from Salomon scores with solid stiffness and decent balance in handling, basket functionality, and comfort. The pole is not a lightweight and, with a maximum length of 135 cm, is more suitable for skiers under 180 cm.
Specifications
- Pole class
- Zweiteiler
- Test year
- 2026
- Model year
- 2027
- Lengths
- 100 – 135 cm
- Adjustable
- Yes
- Adjustment
- Kreuz
- Packed length
- 100 cm
- Shaft material
- Aluminium & Carbon & Kevlar
- Strap
- Klemmsystem im Kopf
- Release system
- Ja
- Weight (measured)
- 326 g
- Weight (manufacturer)
- 320 g
- RRP
- 165.00 €
- Euro per point
- 2.68 €
Detailed test scores
| Criterion | Points | Star | Packed size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total points | 61.62 / 100 | — | |
| Value for money | 2.68 € / point | — | |
| Packed size | — | 100 cm |
