LIX pole is work of art and without any technical problems. I have ridden with LIX pole over two years and in that time, there has not been a single problem. Put it on, tighten the bolts correctly and enjoy racing. One very good thing about this pole is that the steering hardness is so easy to changes, which means it is really simple to find the one everybody personaly likes, and it will stay like that for a long time. Thanks to that the pole is very light for the hands, you are not feeling it when riding, what gives you more strenght and focus to use for racing. I recommend LIX pole to everybody who likes jetskis and just wants to enjoy riding.