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Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair

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Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair

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The Black Diamond Trail Back trekking poles feature tough aluminum shafts for durable stability and double FlickLock adjustability for ease of use on the trail.

Narrow-diameter aluminum shafts maximize strength while reducing swing weight
3-section poles; patented FlickLocks hold length settings with zero slippage
Simply flick the lock open, set the length and flick the lock closed—quick, tight and easily accomplished, even with gloves on
Ergonomic rubber grips and adjustable nylon wrist straps enhance comfort and support
The Black Diamond Trail Back trekking poles feature low-profile trekking baskets and long flex tips that help ensure traction in scree and snow

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Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair Customer Reviews

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Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair

4.1

(based on 13 reviews)

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Easy to adjust (13)
Well built / quality (12)
Lightweight (11)
Good grips (8)
Flexible (7)

Cons

Gives blisters (3)

Best Uses

Hiking (13)
Backpacking (7)
Day trip (6)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (7), Casual/ recreational (6)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort driven (7), Survivalist / minimalist (4)

Reviewed by 13 customers

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Mar

2013

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Strap adjustment clips hurt hands

By nhman1

from Raymond, NH

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Pros

Don't Collapse
Easy to adjust
Strong

Cons

Strap Clips Hurt Hands

Best Uses

Backpacking
Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair:

The poles are very secure and I would love them except the strap adjustment clip is large and, at least in my case, rub on my hands causing unacceptable discomfort. I do a lot of hiking in the White Mountains and several times a year I do long milage hikes. I have worn out several sets of poles, I've never had this problem on those poles. The other minor issue is the straps are narrower than on my previous poles, I'm not sure if this would be a problem or not and won't get to find out as I am returning these poles. I'm suprised any pole manufacture would put such a large clip in a place where it will rub on the users hands when the straps are used properly. I recommend you don't purchase these over the internet, you should go in and try them to see if the large clip rubs for you.

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Feb

2013

4.0

I want to buy this again

By ian inhwankim

from san jose, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Easy to adjust
Flexible
Good grips
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair:

awesome for hiking

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Feb

2013

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Just Terrible Strap Attachment

By kepPNW

from Salmon Creek, WA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Easy to adjust
Flexible
Lightweight
Strong

Cons

Baskets Difficult
Caused blisters
Painful

Best Uses

Climbing
Day trip
Hiking
Snowshoeing

Comments about Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair:

The adjustability is what sold me on them. Never again will I buy the twist lock style poles. And that aspect worked great.

The baskets seemed much more difficult than on most poles to put on or take off. And the summer basket was so small that I question its usefulness. I'll probably never know, though, because I intend to return them.

The deal-killer are the stupid plastic clips used to adjust the straps! Zoom in on them in the product picture. They *dig* into the base of your thumbs. Even when wearing gloves. Or, you choose not to grip the poles properly. Neither is acceptable.

For the cost of these poles, this is a very serious design flaw. Far more comfortable handles are available on poles at 1/4 the price.

Two Stars because the locking mechanisms are great. The rest of the "features" qualify them for a trip to the Used Gear Sale.

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Jan

2013

4.0

The Standard trekking pole

By Mattt

from Eastern US

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Pros

Easy to adjust
Flexible
Good grips
Lightweight
Strong

Cons

Caused blisters

Best Uses

Backpacking
Day trip
Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair:

Just some straight forward, high value trekking poles. These were my first pair of poles and they have served me well. You can pay more for lighter poles/ fancier features but if you just want some no nonsense affordable poles these are them. The locking mechanism is sturdy and easy to use. The adjustability allows you to lend them to a friend and can be useful when part of a tarp system. I regularly use these to pitch my tarp and completely trust their durability both when hitting the trail and hitting the sack. They did cause blisters the first time I used them but it was a very tender/ underused part of my thumb...I have actually developed a little bit of a callouse/ tougher skin in those areas since using these.

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Jan

2013

5.0

Great Price/Quality

By Xixonhiker

from Washington DC

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Pros

Easy to adjust
Good grips
Lightweight
Strong

Cons

Best Uses

Day trip
Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair:

I gave these poles as a gift to my mother who walks on a daily basis and hits the trail on the weekends. She is 79 and did with me a 1300 foot elevation round trip hike of 6 miles. She found the poles quite comfortable and she said it really help her agin legs. She loves the poles now takes them in all her travels.While not having the softer cork grips she has found they are quite comfortable and has no complaints.

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Dec

2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great Poles - know how to use them

By Ronco Badsmith

from Loveland, CO

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Pros

Easy to adjust
Flexible
Good grips
Lightweight
Strong

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair:

These poles are excellent. They are not ultralight like the carbon fiber, but then again, carbon fiber will shatter when it fails, sending shard splinters everywhere. Aluminum will bend - no big deal. Think about that when you're putting faith in a pole not to break.

IF you know how to use trekking poles, these are great. Look it up, but if you are depending on your hand grip to hold the pole, you are doing it wrong. All the weight through the pole should be through the strap. In this way your hand won't get tired, won't get blistered, and you can put a lot more weight through the pole.

I've taken these on numerous trips with no complaints, excellent product.

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Nov

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

My first set of trekking poles.

By G18s

from Raleigh, NC

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Pros

Easy to adjust
Flexible
Lightweight
Strong

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair:

These were my first set of trekking poles. If you are like me and looking to buy your first set of trekking poles without breaking the bank... I suggest these. These were great! I went hiking up on Mt. Mitchell and at the bottom were fallen leaves, mid-way mud, slush, towards the tops nothing but snow. These poles held their weight. Never once collapsed. They were sturdy after hiking over 24 miles. The only time I would use these... if I were hiking in extremely cold weather because you can wear gloves so you won't get blisters. The handles can be a little tough, but overall I would tell me friends to buy these. Matter of fact, my friend had this cheap set for like $30 and they kept collapsing and he eventually had enough and went and bought these.

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Jul

2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great poles at a great price.

By Ed Compean

from Ventura, CA and Nairobi, Kenya

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Pros

Easy to adjust
Good grips
Strong

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair:

Many great things have been said about these poles, but after replacing other poles because of failure, I have to add the BD Trail Back poles are excellent. There is nothing comparable for the price. Conformable, strong and easily adjusted. What more could you want?

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Jul

2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

MAKES A HIKE SO MUCH EASIER

By urbanwild

from Southern California

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Pros

Easy to adjust
Good grips
Lightweight
Strong

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair:

I have bad knees but I still love my hiking, so I decided to try these based on other reviews. I did not want to spend a lot of money, but I didn't want cheap-os either. The price point is good. I was able to give them a good test on a recent 4 miles trip to Mt. Pinos; I don't think I'd have had an easy time without them. I especially love having something to lean on while catching my breath! I did not have trouble with blisters or any of the other issues people have mentioned. I think everyones experience will differ with personal preference and usage. For me this is a great product that has enhanced my outdoor experience tremendously!

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Jun

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Simple and Effective

By HnH

from Santa Clara, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Easy to adjust
Lightweight
Strong

Cons

Best Uses

Day trip
Hiking

Comments about Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair:

Bought these for my wife to use on hikes. Don't really have any complaints. They adjust easily and feel sturdy and locked in. After one use she told me she understands why they're helpful now. I wish it had nicer material for grips instead of rubber, and perhaps a grip area under the handle, but I know those features are reserved for higher tier models.

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