If all else fails, try a little bit of 7-up (regular, not diet–it HAS to be sugar). Pour out a tiny little bit on a wash cloth and rub it on your thighs and shins. Wait for it to dry. It’s ridiculously sticky.

ALso, while not graceful for female polers in the begining, try hooking the bottom foot on the pole and CURLING it upwards–instead of the ballet style pointed toes look. That will add a little grip surface down at the bottom.

Lean forward as much as possible. Wear a sleeveless top, halter, or sports bra. There is a tiny little bit of contact area you can "steal" right at the the "clavicle" pit–the fleshy part between the shoulder ball and the pecs. (Not sure what ladies call this part of the body, LOL!)

Joel