SKI OR HIKING POLE WITH DETACHABLE BASKET

Description

Technical field of the invention

[0001] The invention belongs to the field of sports equipment. The invention relates to a ski or walking pole comprising a shaft and a basket removably attached to the shaft. Prior art

[0002] For various sports such as alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, Nordic walking, and trail running, ski or walking poles are used for support on the ground. These poles help maintain balance and provide a push-off for more efficient movement.

[0003] When a ski or walking pole is used on soft ground, such as snow-covered surfaces, its lower end is fitted with a basket, also called a "pannier," to prevent the pole from sinking too deeply into the ground or snow. The shape of these baskets is generally adapted to the type of activity and the type of terrain. Thus, when the ground is very soft, for example, when moving through a field of powder snow, it is best to use a basket with a large contact area. Conversely, when the ground is harder, for example, when moving through a field of hard snow, a basket with a small contact area is sufficient.

[0004] To allow users to adjust the size and / or shape of the basket, ski and hiking poles with removable baskets are available. This allows users to select and attach a basket suited to their activity and / or the type of terrain they encounter. Publication EP3318309A1, for example, discloses such a ski pole. However, these existing ski and hiking poles have drawbacks. In particular, the baskets are generally quite complex to install or remove. Specifically, because the basket of a ski or hiking pole is highly exposed to impacts, friction, scratches, and the projection of various particles, it frequently becomes stuck at its attachment point and is ultimately very difficult, if not impossible, to remove. As a result, users often give up on changing the basket on their ski or hiking pole, and their sporting experience is not entirely satisfactory.Alternatively, the various mechanical stresses exerted on the basket can also lead to damage, or even breakage, of the attachment interface between the basket and the ski or walking pole. Baskets are sometimes lost in the environment, rendering the ski or walking pole unusable on soft ground. Document EP1676608A1 discloses a ski or walking pole according to the preamble of claim 1. Presentation of the invention

[0005] The object of the invention is to provide a ski or walking stick that remedies the above disadvantages and improves upon known ski or walking sticks of the prior art.

[0006] More specifically, a first object of the invention is a ski or walking pole comprising a basket which is both reliably held and easy to install and uninstall. Summary of the invention

[0007] The invention relates to a ski or walking stick comprising: a rod extending along a first axis, a fixing interface comprising a body fixed rigidly to a lower end of the rod, and a basket removably fixed to the fixing interface, the fixing interface comprising at least a first retaining surface attached to said body by at least one elastic element, the basket comprising a second retaining surface cooperating with the first retaining surface to retain the basket to the fixing interface along said first axis.

[0008] The fastening interface may include at least one elastic tab comprising said elastic element and said first retaining surface.

[0009] At least one elastic leg can extend from said body parallel to the first axis towards the lower end of the ski or walking pole.

[0010] At least one elastic leg may include an elastic hinge and a retaining tooth, the retaining tooth having said first retaining surface, the retaining tooth being connected to the body via the elastic hinge.

[0011] The ski or walking pole may include a retaining tooth comprising said first retaining surface, the retaining tooth further comprising a bearing surface intended to be pressed by a user to dissociate the basket from the attachment interface, the basket comprising at least one window through which the bearing surface is accessible.

[0012] The basket may include a support portion and a tubular portion arranged above the support portion, the tubular portion surrounding the fixing interface, said window being formed in the tubular portion.

[0013] The window can be positioned above the support portion.

[0014] The tubular portion may include a central keyhole-shaped opening.

[0015] The support surface can be configured to be pressed with the thumb of the hand.

[0016] The ski or walking pole may further include a means for locking the basket against rotation relative to the attachment interface around said first axis.

[0017] The fixing interface may include a collar forming a stop for the basket along said first axis, the elastic element extending from this collar.

[0018] The fastening interface may include a single elastic tab comprising a single elastic element and a single retaining surface.

[0019] The mounting interface can be a single-piece component manufactured by plastic injection molding. The basket can also be a single-piece component manufactured by plastic injection molding. Presentation of the figures

[0020] These objects, features and advantages of the present invention will be described in detail in the following description of two particular embodiments in relation to the following figures: There figure 1 is a perspective view of a ski or walking pole according to a first embodiment of the invention, the ski or walking pole comprising a fastening interface and a basket fixed to the fastening interface. figure 2 is a perspective view of the ski or walking stick of the figure 1 the basket being separate from the mounting interface. figure 3 is a top view of the basket of the ski or walking pole of the figure 1 . There figure 4 is a side view of the ski or walking pole attachment interface of the figure 1 . There figure 5 is a cross-sectional view of the ski or walking stick of the figure 1 the basket being attached to the mounting interface. figure 6is a perspective view of a ski or walking pole according to a second embodiment of the invention, the ski or walking pole comprising a fastening interface and a basket attached to the fastening interface. figure 7 is a perspective view of the ski or walking stick of the figure 6 the basket being separate from the mounting interface. figure 8 is a cross-sectional view of the ski or walking stick of the figure 6 the basket being fixed to the fixing interface. Detailed description

[0021] THE Figures 1 And 2The illustrations depict a ski or walking pole 1 according to a first embodiment of the invention. The ski or walking pole 1 is intended for skiing or walking. "Ski pole" refers to a pole intended for any form of skiing, including alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, or monoskiing. "Walking pole" refers to a pole intended for any form of walking, including Nordic walking, mountain hiking, and even running. In all cases, the ski or walking pole 1 is a sports accessory for use in natural environments, enabling its user to balance by pushing off the ground and / or to propel themselves forward. The ski or walking pole thus incorporates a resistance adapted to withstand significant forces, at least equal to the user's weight.The ski or walking pole also includes a resistance adapted to withstand the shocks, friction and temperatures inherent in the practice of skiing or walking.

[0022] The ski or walking pole comprises a shaft 2 extending along a first axis Z. It is assumed that the first axis Z is parallel to the vertical axis. In this document, the terms "above," "below," "lower," and "upper" refer to an arrangement along the vertical axis. On the figure 1 , the first Z axis is oriented from bottom to top.

[0023] In a conventional manner, the rod 2 comprises an upper end (not shown), advantageously equipped with a handle, and a lower end intended to rest on the ground.

[0024] The shaft 2 can be a tubular element, for example, made of aluminum or carbon. The ski or walking pole 1 further includes a binding interface 3 fixed securely to the lower end of the shaft 2. The ski or walking pole 1 also includes a basket 4 removably attached to the binding interface 3.

[0025] The attachment interface 3 can be glued to the lower end of the shaft 2. The attachment interface 3 is not intended to detach from the shaft 2 during normal use of the ski or walking pole 1. However, the attachment interface 3 can be detached from the shaft during a repair. The attachment interface 3 can, for example, be glued to the shaft 2 using an adhesive. This adhesive may be capable of dissolving or softening when heated to a sufficient temperature, thus allowing the attachment interface 3 to be removed from the lower end of the shaft. Therefore, it is understood that the attachment interface 3 is not intended to detach from the shaft during normal use of the ski or walking pole, particularly during sports activities.

[0026] The fastening interface 3 can further support a point (not shown), preferably rigid, intended to come into direct contact with the ground. The point can be, for example, a metal point or a carbide point. Advantageously, the fastening interface 3 includes a means for fastening this point. As can be seen on the figure 5 , this fastening means may include a central housing or opening 12 into which this point is fitted.

[0027] The basket 4 is an element that provides support on soft ground. To this end, the basket 4 includes a radially extending support portion 6. The support portion 6 can extend at least roughly horizontally when the rod 2 extends vertically. By "roughly horizontally," we understand that the support portion can also extend along a portion that is not perfectly flat but, for example, concave or convex. The support portion 6 can, for example, extend along a portion of a sphere, as can be seen in the... Figures 1 And 2or even in any other curved shape. The support portion 6 can be solid, as shown in the figures, or alternatively, perforated. Generally, the support portion includes a projection onto the plane perpendicular to the first Z-axis with a surface area sufficient to bear on soft ground. The surface area of ​​the support portion 6 can vary depending on the type of ground being worked on.

[0028] There figure 3This allows for a clear visualization of the shape of the support portion 6 when projected onto a plane perpendicular to the first Z-axis. In this case, the support portion 6 extends radially backward from the attachment interface 3, but not forward. The front and rear are defined according to the direction of travel of a user of the ski or walking pole. The rear is therefore the opposite side toward which the user is moving. The support portion 6 may, in particular, have a trapezoidal contour with rounded sides. Alternatively, any other shape of support surface could be considered. The support surface could, for example, be circular, and the shaft 2 could be aligned with the center of this circular shape.

[0029] As we will see in more detail later, basket 4 is removably attached to the attachment interface 3. By "removably," we mean that basket 4 is reversibly attached to the attachment interface 3. The operations of assembling and disassembling the basket at the attachment interface can be carried out easily, quickly, without special tools, and without damaging the attachment interface 3 or basket 4. These operations can therefore be repeated many times during a practice session or between practice sessions.

[0030] The mounting interface 3 includes a flexible tab 7 with a first retaining surface 8. The basket 4 includes a second retaining surface 9 which cooperates with the first retaining surface 8 to retain the basket 4 onto the mounting interface 3, which is itself connected to the rod 2 along the first Z-axis. The retaining surfaces 8 and 9 are therefore designed to bear against each other to prevent the unintentional disassembly of the basket 4 and the mounting interface 3.

[0031] The elasticity of the elastic tab 7 allows the two retaining surfaces 8 and 9 to separate from each other, thus enabling the basket 4 to be disassembled from the fastening interface following pressure on the elastic tab. By "elastic," we mean that the elastic tab 7 is capable of deforming to connect or disconnect the basket 4 from the fastening interface 3. The elastic tab 7 can therefore be in a "rest" configuration, which corresponds to its natural position when no force is applied against it, and a "stressed" or "flexed" configuration, which corresponds to a deformed position of the elastic tab under the effect of a force applied against it. In the rest configuration, the first retaining surface 8 is positioned opposite the second retaining surface 9 to hold the basket 4. In the stressed configuration, the first retaining surface 8 is separated from the second retaining surface 9.It is therefore understood that the first retaining surface 8 is mobile between two distinct positions thanks to the elasticity of the elastic leg 7. Conversely, the second retaining surface 9 is not intended to be moved relative to the body of the basket 4.

[0032] The force required to move the elastic leg 7 from its resting to its flexed position is both sufficient to prevent unwanted movement of the elastic leg and sufficiently small to be exerted by any user, preferably with a single finger. This force could, for example, be on the order of a few Newtons.

[0033] The deformation of the elastic leg 7 between its rest and flexed configurations is a non-permanent deformation. The elastic leg is capable of automatically returning to its rest configuration when the force applied against it ceases. The elastic leg is also designed to withstand a large number of flexes between its rest and flexed configurations without breaking. On the figure 4 , the elastic leg 7 in resting configuration is illustrated with a solid line outline and the elastic leg in flexed configuration 7' ​​is illustrated with a dotted outline.

[0034] Contrary to popular belief, it has been discovered that it is preferable to integrate an elastic tab into the attachment interface, which is fixed to the shaft 2, rather than onto the basket itself. This arrangement offers several advantages. First, it allows for easier manipulation of the elastic tab 7 to detach the basket with a simple push. Furthermore, since the basket 4 does not include an elastic tab, it is simpler to manufacture. The materials used to make the basket can be chosen from a wider range. For example, a particularly abrasion-resistant or rigid material can be selected without requiring any elasticity. Each basket is thus simpler and easier to produce. A ski or walking pole can therefore be offered as a kit containing several interchangeable baskets 4, each of which is easy to manufacture.

[0035] In particular, according to the first embodiment, which is illustrated on the figures 1 to 5 The fixing interface 3 comprises a single elastic tab 7. The fixing interface 3 is thus quite simple to manufacture and yet offers sufficiently effective retention of the basket 4.

[0036] With reference to figures 4 And 5The attachment interface 3 comprises a tubular body 10. The body 10 includes a first central, blind opening 11, with its inlet facing upwards and extending parallel to the first Z-axis. The lower end of the shaft 2 is fitted into the first central opening 11. The attachment of the attachment interface to the shaft can optionally be secured with adhesive, as explained previously. The body 10 also includes a second central, blind opening 12, with its inlet facing downwards and extending parallel to the first Z-axis. The tip of the ski or walking pole is fitted into the second central opening 12. The tip can also be secured with adhesive.

[0037] According to an alternative embodiment (not shown), the body 10 could be provided with a single, open, central opening. The stem could then pass through this single central opening, the tip being supported directly by the lower end of the stem.

[0038] The body 10 of the mounting interface 3 also includes a collar 13. The collar 13 is positioned at the upper end of the mounting interface 3. The collar 13 acts as a stop for the basket along the first Z-axis. When the user pushes the rod into soft ground, an upward reaction force is exerted on the basket 4. This reaction force is absorbed by the collar 13, preventing the basket 4 from rising and putting stress on the elastic tab 7.

[0039] The elastic tab 7 extends downwards from the collar 13. The elastic tab 7 includes an elastic hinge 14 and a retaining tooth 15. The retaining tooth 15 is connected to the body 10, and in particular to the collar 13, via the elastic hinge 14. The retaining tooth 15 includes the first retaining surface 8. The retaining surface 8 is thus connected to the body 10 via an elastic element, which in this case is the elastic hinge 14. The retaining tooth 15 also includes a bearing surface 16 intended to be pressed by a user to disengage the basket from the fastening interface. The elastic tab 7 extends at a non-zero distance from the body 10.Advantageously, the radial distance D1 separating the end of the elastic leg 7 from the body 10 is both large enough to allow the two retaining surfaces 8 and 9 to be completely offset, and small enough that the elastic leg 7 can come into contact with the body 10 without breaking or becoming permanently deformed.

[0040] The elastic tab 7 is therefore designed to be manipulated by pressing on the support surface 16 and not by any pulling. A pushing action is easier to perform, particularly when the hand is numb and / or when wearing gloves.

[0041] Advantageously, the bearing surface 16 has a sufficiently large surface area to be manipulated by a user, particularly with the thumb, even if the user is wearing gloves. The bearing surface area is preferably greater than or equal to 0.5 cm².

[0042] Advantageously, the support surface 16 has a curve that facilitates basket removal as soon as the retaining surfaces 8 and 9 are separated. When a user presses on the support surface 16, the elastic tab 7 pivots around its elastic hinge 14, and the upper edge of the support surface 16 rests against a vertical wall of the basket 4. The curve of the support surface 16 then exerts a force on the basket 4, which tends to automatically move it downwards. This facilitates its removal from the mounting interface 3. The basket 4 can be removed in a single action, simply by pressing on the support surface 16.

[0043] Furthermore, the body 10 of the fixing interface 3 advantageously includes a lower portion 17 of truncated conical shape, which facilitates the insertion of the basket 4 around the body 10.

[0044] The basket 4 comprises not only the support portion 6 described previously, but also a tubular portion 18 arranged above the support portion 6. The tubular portion 18 surrounds the fastening interface 3. The tubular portion 18 of the basket 4 thus includes a third central opening 19 into which the fastening interface 3 is engaged. The third central opening 19 is a through opening, that is, it includes an inlet and an outlet. When the basket 4 is assembled to the fastening interface 3, the lower end of the fastening interface 3 protrudes from the third central opening 19.

[0045] According to an alternative embodiment not shown, the central opening 19 could be a blind opening, open only upwards, rather than a through opening. Thus, the lower end of the ski or walking pole 1 would be formed directly by the basket 4. The basket would then serve the dual function of providing a support portion for moving on soft ground and also acting as a contact interface with the ground. The basket could then be fitted with a tip or any other type of end suitable for contacting the ground, for example, a tip made of rubber or an equivalent flexible material. In such a scenario, it would also be possible for the basket to no longer include the support portion 6 but only a tip intended for contact with the ground.Thus, in the present invention, the term "basket" preferably refers to any accessory that can be attached to the lower end of the shaft 2 and adapted to stabilize or transmit an impulse to the ground for skiing or walking. According to yet another embodiment, the basket 4 could simply be intended to cover the tip attached to the mounting interface. In this embodiment, the basket would then serve solely as a protective element, for example, to safely transport the ski or walking pole and / or place it on a store shelf. This is particularly useful when the tip of the ski or walking pole is very sharp.

[0046] According to the embodiment shown, the third central opening 19 has a keyhole shape, that is, a shape composed of a circular portion 20 (intended to receive the body 10) and a radial extension 21 (intended to receive the elastic tab 7). This ensures that the basket 4 is assembled to the attachment interface 3 in a single orientation. This also ensures that the support portion 6 is correctly oriented. This is particularly useful when the ski or walking pole 1 has a handle and / or a wrist strap that requires the user to grip the ski or walking pole in a specific orientation. Thus, the support portion 6 of the basket 4 remains correctly oriented relative to the handle. When attaching the basket 4, the user can instantly see the correct orientation of the basket relative to the attachment interface.Thus, clipping basket 4 onto interface 3 can only be done in one orientation of basket 4, due to its shape.

[0047] Advantageously, the collar 13 has an outer contour that follows the shape of the contour of the third central opening 19. Thus, the collar discreetly covers the tubular portion 18. In addition, a relatively large bearing surface is thus available between the collar 13 and the tubular portion 18.

[0048] The tubular portion 18 of the basket 4 also includes a window 22 through which the support surface 16 is accessible. The window 22 has dimensions substantially equal to the dimensions of the support surface 16. In this case, the window 22 has a generally rectangular shape. The window 22 is positioned above the support portion 6. Thus, the support surface 16 is unlikely to be activated unintentionally, for example, following the impact of the ski or walking pole 1 against a surface, as it is protected by the support portion 6 of the basket.

[0049] The ski or walking pole 1 further includes a means for locking the basket 4 against rotation relative to the attachment interface around the first Z axis. As can be seen on the figures 2 And 4The rotation-locking means can be formed by a rib 23 integral with the body 10 of the fixing interface 3, cooperating with a groove 24 formed in the tubular portion 18 of the basket 4. The rib 23 and the groove 24 extend parallel to the first Z-axis. This prevents the basket 4 from pivoting around the fixing interface, which could exert significant stresses on the elastic tab 7. This locking means is in addition to the locking means described previously, resulting from the keyhole shape of the third central opening 19, formed by a circular part 20 and a radial extension 21.

[0050] According to various embodiments not shown, the rotation-locking means could be implemented differently. For example, the rib could be formed in the tubular portion 18, while the groove would be formed in the body 10. The rotation-locking means could also be achieved by any other correspondence of non-circular shapes, for example, by providing a flat surface in the body. According to yet another embodiment, the rotation-locking means could be formed directly by the elastic tab bearing against the edges of the radial extension 21 of the third central opening 19. In this case, the elastic tab 7 would be subject to torsional forces and would be dimensioned accordingly.

[0051] Advantageously, the attachment interface 3 and the basket 4 can each be a single piece, for example, produced by plastic injection molding. This makes the ski or walking pole simple and economical to manufacture. When the attachment interface is produced by plastic injection molding, the elasticity of the elastic arm 7 is achieved by selecting a suitable plastic material and appropriate dimensions for the elastic arm.

[0052] Alternatively, the fastening interface could be implemented differently: the retaining tooth 15 carrying the retaining surface 8 could, for example, be a separate element from the body 10 of the fastening interface 3, and connected to the body 10 by means of an elastic element. The elastic element could then comprise a first end fixed to the body 10 and a second end fixed to the retaining tooth 15. The elastic element connecting the retaining tooth 15 to the body 10 could, for example, be a helical compression spring, a leaf spring, or a rubber element. According to this embodiment, the retaining tooth 15 could take the form of a push button movable relative to the body. In this case, the body could advantageously include a means for guiding the push button. In all cases, the retaining surface 8 remains attached to the body 10 of the fastening interface 3 by means of an elastic element.

[0053] According to another variant, an elastic element could also be used in combination with the elastic leg 7 as previously described, in order to support and / or limit the bending of the elastic leg.

[0054] To attach the basket 4 to the mounting interface 3, simply insert the body 10 of the mounting interface into the third central opening 19 of the basket 4, ensuring that the radial extension 21 is positioned opposite the elastic tab 7. Then, simply push the basket 4 upwards to automatically flex the elastic tab 7. The elastic tab 7 flexes automatically upon contact with the inner wall of the third central opening 19 of the basket. The elastic tab 7 automatically extends when the support surface 16 is positioned opposite the window 22. The basket is thus locked in position, and the ski or walking pole is ready for use. A single movement is all it takes to attach the basket 4 to the ski or walking pole 1.

[0055] To detach the basket 4 from the attachment interface 3, simply press down, for example with your thumb, on the support surface 16. The basket 4 will then automatically descend. Similarly, a single movement is all it takes to remove the basket 4 from the ski or walking pole 1. If the basket 4 becomes slightly stuck around the body 10, for example due to the accumulation of particles, it may be helpful to pull on the basket along the first Z axis while simultaneously pressing down on the support surface 16. This operation remains very easy to perform.

[0056] THE figures 6 , 7 And 8Figures illustrate a ski or walking pole 101 according to a second embodiment of the invention. The ski or walking pole 101 differs from the ski or walking pole 1 in that its attachment interface 103 comprises not a single elastic tab but two separate elastic tabs 107A, 107B. The two elastic tabs 107A, 107B are diametrically opposed and positioned respectively to the left and right of a body 110 of the attachment interface 103, left and right being defined according to the user's point of view. The tubular portion 118 of the basket 104 comprises two windows 122A, 122B through which the bearing surfaces of the two elastic tabs 107A, 107B are accessible. The operation of disassembling the basket 104 at the fixing interface 103 is carried out by pressing the two elastic tabs 107A, 107B towards each other, for example with the thumb and forefinger.This configuration can allow a better distribution of forces on the two elastic legs 107A, 107B, and therefore a better hold of the basket 104 on the interface 103, and greater durability over time.

Claims

1. Ski or walking pole (1, 101) comprising: - a shaft (2) extending along a first axis (Z), - a fixing interface (3, 103) comprising a body (10, 110) rigidly fixed to a lower end of the shaft, and - a basket (4, 104) removably fixed to the fixing interface, the fixing interface comprising at least one first retaining surface (8), the basket comprising a second retaining surface (9) cooperating with the first retaining surface to retain the basket on the fixing interface along said first axis, characterized in that the first retaining surface (8) is attached to said body by at least one elastic element (14).

2. Ski or walking pole (1, 101) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the fixing interface comprises at least one elastic tab (7, 107A, 107B) comprising said elastic element and said first retaining surface.

3. Ski or walking pole (1, 101) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the at least one elastic tab (7, 107A, 107B) extends from said body (10, 110) parallel to the first axis (Z) towards the lower end of the ski or walking pole.

4. Ski or walking pole (1, 101) according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that the at least one elastic tab (7, 107A, 107B) comprises an elastic hinge (14) and a retaining tooth (15), the retaining tooth comprising said first retaining surface, the retaining tooth being connected to the body by means of the elastic hinge (14).

5. Ski or walking pole (1, 101) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises a retaining tooth (15) comprising said first retaining surface (8), the retaining tooth further comprising a pressing surface (16) intended to be pressed by a user to detach the basket (4, 104) from the fixing interface (3, 103), and in that the basket comprises at least one window (22, 122A, 122B) through which the pressing surface is accessible.

6. Ski or walking pole (1, 101) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the basket (4, 104) comprises a support portion (6) and a tubular portion (18, 118) arranged above the support portion, the tubular portion surrounding the fixing interface (3, 103), said window (22, 122A, 122B) being formed in the tubular portion.

7. Ski or walking pole (1) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the window (22) is positioned above the support portion (6).

8. Ski or walking pole (1) according to one of claims 6 or 7, characterized in that the tubular portion (18) comprises a central opening (19) in the shape of a keyhole.

9. Ski or walking pole (1) according to one of claims 5 to 8, characterized in that the pressing surface (16) is configured to be pressed with the thumb of the hand.

10. Ski or walking pole (1, 101) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it further comprises a rotation-locking means (23, 24) for the basket (4, 104) relative to the fixing interface (3, 103) about said first axis (Z).

11. Ski or walking pole (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the fixing interface (3) comprises a collar (13) forming a stop for the basket (4) along said first axis (Z), and in that the elastic element extends from said collar.

12. Ski or walking pole (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the fixing interface (3) comprises a single elastic tab (7) comprising a single elastic element and a single retaining surface.

13. Ski or walking pole (1, 101) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the fixing interface (3, 103) is a one-piece element manufactured by plastic injection moulding, and / or in that the basket (4, 104) is a one-piece element manufactured by plastic injection moulding.

14. Ski or walking pole according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the fixing interface (3, 103) further comprises a tip intended to come into direct contact with the ground.

15. Ski or walking pole according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the fixing interface (3, 103) comprises a housing (12) into which the tip is fitted.