Collapsible Trekking Poles
Gossamer Gear LT4 Trekking Poles (1 or a set)
Broke the lower section on one of my beloved GG LT4s over the weekend… GG no longer sells these or replacement sections… I’ll buy a lower replacement section, a single…
DetailsGossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles
One of the lightest trekking poles on the market, the Gossamer Gear LT 5 is popular among the thru-hiking community. Due to its fragile, thin-walled (but ultralight) carbon tubing, we…
DetailsBlack Diamond Distance Carbon Z Trekking Poles
One of the lightest folding poles we’ve tested, this “tiny-when-collapsed” pole (16 inches / 41 cm long when collapsed), the Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z is a solid choice when light…
DetailsBlack Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ Trekking Poles
A very short collapsed length (14.6 inches / 37 cm), light weight, and a terrific extended grip/strap combo make the Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ one of the best all-round…
DetailsBlack Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking Poles
Tired of breaking so-called ultralight trekking poles, or do you need a burlier pole for off-trail alpine travel? We recommend the Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking Poles for their…
DetailsREI Flash Carbon Trekking Poles
The REI Flash Carbon is a well-built pole with virtually no vibration or rattle, and has the stoutest tip of any carbon pole we’ve reviewed, which helps protects the lower…
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