A trim pole is a long hand pole used by canoeists and boaters to propel the boat forward in shallow water or against the current. It is made of wood with a metal cap on the end to prevent splitting and is used by the person sitting in the stern. A quantum pole is similar but made of metal with a spike at the bottom and is used for propulsion and steering of smaller barges or jet skis. Both poles are used on boats without engines and are less effective on larger boats.
A trim post is a tool used by canoeists and other boaters to propel the boat forward, usually in shallow water. This trim pole is a hand pole that can be quite long and is used for pushing against the bottom of a body of water where paddling is not feasible or easy. The pole can also be used if the boater wishes to propel the ship against the current. The bottom end of the adjustment post is usually encased in metal to prevent the wooden post from splitting, cracking, or splintering when it gets stuck against rocks and mud at the bottom of the body of water.
The metal cap on the end of the pole is also used to help weight that end down, making dipping the pole much easier for the user. The remainder of the post is made of wood, usually ash or other wood; Ash is a popular choice as it is resistant to water damage, as well as the pressure of being pushed around and compressed on a regular basis. The length and diameter of the adjustment post will vary according to the needs of the user. Only a canoeist will use the trim pole to propel the craft forward, and it is usually the person sitting in the stern or rear of the boat who uses this pole, as the boat is pushed rather than pulled or propelled with palettes .
A quantum pole is very similar to a setting pole, except that the submerged end often features a spike at the bottom to prevent the pole from getting stuck in the mud when used in murkier water. This type of pole is usually made of metal, and is buoyant, so it will float to the surface if the user loses their grip on the pole. It is typically used to power smaller barges or jet skis known as puns, which are flat-bottomed. The Quantum Pole is used not only for propulsion, but also for steering, as the long pole can act as a rudder for the ship if used correctly.
Trim posts and quantitative posts are generally used on boats that do not have engines or other means of propulsion. Canoes, barges, and jetties are the most common boats to use a trim pole, although other larger boats may also require the use of a trim pole from time to time. However, the larger the ship, the less effective the stick will be in propelling the ship forward, since the stick is operated by one person and the weight of the boat will be working against that person.
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