a ski glove having a strap extending diagonally across the palm and between a thumb - receiving pocket and an index finger - receiving pocket is fastened to the rear of the glove and includes a clip thereon for engaging a mating latch mechanism formed on the hand - grip of a ski pole such that the skier may more rapidly engage and disengage his hand from the ski pole than can be accomplished when conventional ski pole straps are employed . the quick - connected / disconnect feature is important in certain competitions where skiing and another activity , e . g ., rifle shooting , are involved . discussed are several connected / disconnect devices .