• Measured Weight: 1 lb., 2.3 oz.
  • Packed Length: 16″
  • Deployed Length: 110-130 cm
  • Shaft Material: Carbon
  • Grip: 'Aergon Air' EVA foam
  • Lock Style: Lever lock
  • Tips and Baskets: Carbide Flex Tip and trekking baskets

Pros

  • Quick-deploying mechanism is simple and smooth
  • Compact packed length
  • Solid lever lock system doesn't budge
  • Extended grips work well on off-camber trails

Cons

  • Not quite as light as the Black Series FX Carbon poles
  • EVA foam grips are nicer for colder hikes, as they can hold sweat
  • Still pricey

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