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Comparing Trekking Poles

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Price $189.78 at Amazon
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Pros Comfortable grip, locks securely, packs small, highly versatileComfortable grips, versatile, user-friendly, great packabilityTough, comfortable, great locking mechanism, compatible with different tips and basketsVersatile, comfortable, packs small, adjustableLightweight, packs small, adjustable
Cons Carbon is less durable than aluminum, on the expensive sideAverage weight, spendy, carbon less durable than aluminumNot as light or packable as other poles, priceyHeavy, expensiveNot as strong, durable, or comfortable as other options
Bottom Line A simple, elegant, and well-built trekking pole with versatility for all usesPremium foldable trekking poles with comfy grips, excellent swing weight, and great packabilityThis pole features durable construction, a comfortable cork grip, and plenty of length adjustabilityA versatile and comfortable pole for all-around use, but the price is hard to justifyA lightweight pole that also allows some length adjustment and packs up small
Rating Categories MSR DynaLock Ascent... Leki Cressida FX Ca... Black Diamond Alpin... Leki Black Series F... Black Diamond Dista...
Comfort (20%)
10.0
10.0
10.0
8.0
6.0
Weight (20%)
5.9
5.9
5.9
6.4
7.7
Versatility (20%)
9.0
9.0
7.0
9.0
7.0
Locking and Adjustability (15%)
9.0
9.0
9.0
7.0
7.0
Packed Size (15%)
9.0
7.0
5.0
7.0
10.0
Construction Quality (10%)
7.0
7.0
10.0
7.0
5.0
Specs MSR DynaLock Ascent... Leki Cressida FX Ca... Black Diamond Alpin... Leki Black Series F... Black Diamond Dista...
Measured Weight (per pair) 17.0 oz 17.0 oz 17.0 oz 16.5 oz 13.4 oz
Shaft Material Carbon fiber Carbon Carbon Carbon Carbon
Collapsed Length 14.25 in 16 in 24 in 15.5 in 13/15/17 in
Max Length 47 in 47 in 51 in 51 in 49.2 in
Pole Design Collapsible Foldable Collapsible Foldable Foldable
Grip Material Rubber, plastic, foam Cork Cork Cork Foam
Locking Mechanism DynaLock Lever lock FlickLock Pro External Lever Lock FlickLock
Baskets/Tip Attachments Yes, winter and summer baskets Yes, trekking Yes, carbide tips, trail baskets and snow baskets (sold separately) Yes, Trekking Yes, carbide tips, rubber tips, trail baskets and snow baskets (sold separately)
Size Tested 100-120 cm One size One size One size 105-125 cm