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Black Diamond Carbon Whippet Ski Pole - Single
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An ultimate ski mountaineering tool, the Black Diamond Carbon Whippet adds security on steep, icy bootpacks and no-fall descents. It also transitions into an adjustable ski pole for backcountry turns.
Shop similar products- Removable steel pick adds an extra margin of security when traversing mega-steep, high-consequence terrain
- ClickLock dial allows you to release the pick and descend moderate slopes with ease
- 2-section pole features lightweight aluminum FlickLock® Pro mechanism so you can adjust the length for a variety of conditions
- Grip insert for ski mode
- Carbon lower shaft with aluminum upper shaft is light and strong
- Indexed 3/4 powder basket provides the flotation of a powder basket with reduced weight
- Sold individually
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View all Black Diamond Men's Ski Poles| Best Use | Backcountry Skiing |
|---|---|
| Basket Type | Powder |
| Shaft Construction | Aluminum upper/carbon lower |
| Weight (Pair) | Single: 15.7 ounces |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Adjustable | Yes |
Ski Poles
| 32 in./80cm | 34 in./85cm | 36 in./90cm | 38 in./95cm | 40 in./100cm | 42 in./105cm | 44 in./110cm | 46 in./115cm | 48 in./120cm | 49 in./125cm | 52 in./130 cm | 54 in./135cm | 56 in./140cm | 57 in./145cm | 59 in./150cm | 61 in./155cm | 63 in./160cm | 65 in./165cm | 67 in./170cm | 69 in./175cm | 71 in./180cm | |
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| Height Range (Downhill Skiing) | < 3'4" | 3'5" - 3'8" | 3'9" - 4'0" | 4'1" - 4'4" | 4'5" - 4'8" | 4'9" - 5'0" | 5'1" - 5'3" | 5'4" - 5'6" | 5'7" - 5'9" | 5'10" - 6'0" | 6'1" - 6'3" | 6'4" - 6'6" | 6'7" + | ||||||||
| Height Range (XC Skiing) | <4'7" | 4'8"-4'9" | 4'10"-4'11" | 5' - 5'1" | 5'2" - 5'3" | 5'4" - 5'5" | 5'6" - 5'7" | 5'8" - 5'9" | 5'10" - 5'11" | 6' - 6'1" | 6'2" - 6'3" | 6'4"-6'5" | 6'6"+ | ||||||||
| Height Range (Skate Skiing) | <4'7" | 4'8"-4'9" | 4'10-4'11" | 5'-5'1" | 5'2" - 5'3" | 5'4" - 5'5" | 5'6" - 5'7" | 5'8" - 5'9" | 5'10" - 5'11" | 6'-6'1" | 6'2"- 6'3" | 6'4" - 6'5" | 6'6"+ |
Sizing Notes
Please note, this sizing chart is meant to serve only as a guideline.
Sizing downhill poles: Stand in your ski boots on a level floor. With your poles upside down—grips touching the floor—grab the pole beneath the basket so that the top of your thumb touches the basket. Your elbow should now be at a 90-degree angle. If the angle is less than 90 degrees, get a shorter pole. If the angle is greater, get a longer pole.
Sizing XC poles: Stand in your XC ski boots on a level floor. Place the pole tips on the floor next to your feet. The top of the grips should reach your arm pits.
Sizing skate poles: Stand in your skate boots on a level floor. Place pole tips on the ground with the pole shafts perpendicular to the floor. The poles should reach from the ground up to a point somewhere between your chin and your lips.
For more information, please see REI Expert Advice.
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Jennifer R.
Most Useful Piece of Backcountry Ski Gear!
2 years ago
I was a doubter of the detachable whippet head, but am now a believer! I have used this whippet on at least a dozen couloirs this season and it's been very trustworthy, both climbing up and skiing down. What is even better is that I can convert the whippet into a normal ski pole in 30 seconds when I want to ski in-bounds.
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David G.
Inferior and more expensive than the regular Whippet
3 years ago
I lost my (non-carbon) Whippet in an accident and needed to replace it. The standard Whippet has been out of stock for several months so I ordered the carbon version without looking at the specs. The carbon version is about 25% more expensive, is almost identical in weight (?!) and has two sections which means it collapses to 40 inches. The standard Whippet has 3 sections and collapses to 25". The extra 15" is a major nuisance/hindrance if you try to rock climb with the Whippet strapped to your pack. The extra length can also be a hassle when traveling. In summary: if you can, wait until the standard Whippet is in stock. Otherwise you will be paying more for a less functional product.
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charlier
Outstanding design
5 years ago
I purchased a whippet ski pole about a month ago. After many seasons of early morning spring and summer boot-ups, I decided that a Whippet provided peace of mind and helps with transitions from skins or boots to skis. The poles are relatively light and are well-balanced. I wish that the pole came with a rubber grip below the pole handle - a minor complain.
Yes , I recommend this product
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loaper
Almost Perfect
5 years ago
I bought my whippet in 2018, since then it has become a staple of my touring setup. To be clear I believe BD has made some updates to the product since I bought it but I think this review will still be applicable to the current model. The product is well made and the flip locker device works well and you can adjust it with a screwdriver to your preferred tightness. Collapsing the pole makes it much more handy when booting up steep terrain. On the descent I have used it several times in my up hill hand to jam into the snow when I'm puckered on a steep entrance or navigating rocks. My one dislike is how the rear of the pole sticks out a little bit from the grip, I have found that when skinning it has dug into the web of my hand. I have been able to adjust to this but I wish BD could make the rear of the pole completely flush.
Yes , I recommend this product
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Alex C
Killer Item
3 years ago
The whippet is a fantastic tool for unknown conditions and ridge traverses. I find it very annoying to have to decide on carrying an ice axe in borderline conditions. This is the answer. It is not an extra item and yet it opens up lots of terrain and avoids the classic hoser move of unnecessarily carrying an ice axe for no reason. I've used this on ski missions and plenty of hikes in the alpine.
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Yote R.
Excellent on word required
1 month ago
I have used many trekking poles. This carbon whippet is my favorite option. I used the last one so much i wore it out. . So i bought another one. . It lasted way more than i expect things too in todays day and age. This pole has gotten me out of many tight crevasse and to the summit of many a mountain. If your on the fence about your next trekking pole? Jump to black diamond!!!
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Charlier
Outstanding design
5 years ago
I purchased a whippet ski pole about a month ago. After many seasons of early morning spring and summer boot-ups, I decided that a Whippet provided peace of mind and helps with transitions from skins or boots to skis. The poles are relatively light and are well-balanced. I wish that the pole came with a rubber grip below the pole handle - a minor complain.
Originally posted on blackdiamondequipment.com
Christian
Like a stick clip for ice climbing!
4 years ago
My only complaint about this amazing tool is that it arrived dull. I sharpened it to a razors edge and pushed my grade ice climbing two fold! I’ve only ever followed on WI3 but with this thing I lead bridal veil falls in Valdez, AK. I’m thinking about selling my nomics and buying another one. This thing is rad! I wish I could post pics here!
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Matt K.
My second Whippet
1 year ago
I’ve owned a Whippet since the 2010-ish period of my hiking the White Mountains. This one is a replacement, but a replacement for a Whippet that retired in full strength and is now resting easily in my front hall. This new iteration with its removable pick is amazing and significantly more comfortable than my old reliable.
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Charles
Great product but I would opt for the aluminum standard Whippet Ski Pole
3 years ago
This is a great product but I don't understand the design of the carbon version. It only weighs .3 oz less than the aluminum version and it hardly collapses. I would suggest going with the standard Whippet Ski Pole with a fully collapsable design given that .3 oz wont do anything for you.
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