Trekking Poles
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Still have that bad taste in my mouth
I started the AT with the LT4s back in 2012. I was about 3 days into my sobo thru the 100 Mile wilderness in July. The mud was still thick…
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A counterpoint review of the LT5 trekking poles
I happily acknowledge that the Gossamer Gear LT5’s are beloved pieces of kit among thru-hikers and ultralight practitioners alike. If I was in need of a collapsible pole for fair-season…
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Great Collapsible Trekking Pole
The Gossamer Gear LT5 trekking poles are my ‘go-to’ trekking poles for backpacking treks that require flying. For all local on-trail backpacking treks I prefer my Gossamer Gear LT4 trekking…
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Great lightweight hiking pole
Was using black diamond carbon z before trying the LT5. I found it to be very tough and comfortable for the weight. The best part is it is fully adjustable…
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ZPacks Trekking Poles
One pole needs new tip. Other than that, no issues. CONUS shipping included. Will send a PayPal invoice to the buyer.
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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…
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Gossamer 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…
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Black 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…
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Black 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…
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Black 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…
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REI 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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Black Diamond Distance Carbon Running Poles
For the weight, these are extremely strong, stiff poles with a comfortable swing weight. I fell in love with the Black Diamond Distance Carbon Running Poles primarily for their small-diameter…
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