Whats the percentage weight difference? or to put it another way do you wear a 2-3mm or 4-5mm wetsuit. In other words don't worry about a few grams just go for a reliable pole which doesn't snap. If you are that concerned about weight do as the Stealths do and go for Wouters favourite material CARBON FIBRE <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />