Safety is paramount during training sessions which is why there is a coiled spring placed at the bottom of each 5ft (1.5m) tall slalom pole. This spring absorbs the impact of head on collisions by allowing pole to bend in any direction. The level of safety offered by these 25mm (1 inch) poles is increased by the fluorescent yellow shatterproof plastic they are manufactured from the vibrant color means that even during late night training sessions you will easily be able to see these training poles.