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Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles - Pair
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For multiday adventures and daily hikes, the no-frills Black Diamond Trail Back trekking poles provide an easy-to-adjust, reliable 3-section design to see you through your adventures.
Shop newer version- Updated from previous model: Grip geometry, more ergonomic top design
- Ergonomic rubber grips with rib patterns reduce vibration; nonslip EVA foam grip extensions give you options on where to grasp
- Variable-width nylon webbing straps with woven lining increase comfort
- 3-section aluminum shafts with double FlickLock adjustability
- Dual FlickLock mechanisms provide total adjustability to suit the terrain at hand
- Long Flex tips with replaceable, low-profile trekking baskets (compatible with snow baskets, not included)
Imported.
View the Black Diamond Trail Product LineView all Black Diamond Trekking Poles| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Shaft Construction | Aluminum |
| Grip Material | Rubber |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Maximum Length (in.) | 55 inches |
| Minimum Length (in.) | 25 inches |
| Collapsed Length (in.) | 25 inches |
| Maximum Length (cm) | 140 centimeters |
| Minimum Length (cm) | 63 centimeters |
| Collapsed Length (cm) | 63 centimeters |
| Locking Mechanism | External Lever Lock |
| Basket Type | Trekking |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 4 oz. |
| Gender | Unisex |
Black Diamond Trekking Poles - Unisex Adult
| 100 CM | 110 CM | 120 CM | 130 CM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | < 5 ft. 1 in. | 5 ft. 1 in. - 5 ft. 7 in. | 5 ft. 8 in. - 5 ft. 11 in. | 6 ft. + |
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Good pole, rubber grips not for me
jimf5 years ago
First time trekking pole buyer and I researched enough to know I wanted a cork handle, but I also wanted to keep my purchase under $100. I was all set to buy the REI cork handle poles, but I was really impressed with the locking mechanism and overall construction of the Black Diamond (I don't think the REI's are bad at all, just saying the BD's are noticeably better). I decided on a compromise to stay within budget - get the better pole and sacrifice the handle. Took them out for a 1/2 day hike and realized the rubber handles starting chafing, and that on a longer trip it would be an issue. I returned them to REI and got the Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork. Blew my budget by a little, but now I've got the perfect poles for me. If you prefer a rubber handle, then these are going to be a great choice, otherwise I would recommend to spend a little more and get the cork.
jimf
Bolingbrook, IL
52 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Snow baskets are cheap, don't fit
BTBT4 years ago
Besides the fact that it's a wild degree of cheapness to not just include the 25-cents-worth of plastic for snow baskets with $80+ poles, the baskets that "fit" are both totally not obvious on the REI page, and when I finally got my hands on them, they didn't go on. Everything to do with the tips is cheap, low quality stuff. Would not recommend these or any Black Diamond product - emailed their customer support a couple days ago and got no reply.
BTBT
New England
14 people found this review helpful
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Eltorojefe
Phoenix, Arizona
Surprised at what a difference these make
5 years ago
Excellent quality poles that I purchased for a trip into the Grand Canyon. Did South Kaibab down, Tonto across, and Bright Angel up so appx. 13 miles with a variety of angles and terrain. These really made a difference on the downhill with balance, on flatter terrain with push-off, and definitely on the uphill with pull. I practiced with these prior to the Canyon hike but really felt the difference once I was in the Canyon. These are high quality, not bank-busting as far as expense, and they compress into an easy to carry size. I never thought I needed these but now that I have used them I will continue to do so on the big hikes.
Yes , I recommend this product
Ashley
Denver, CO
Great beginner trekking poles
4 years ago
I bought these when I started hiking 14ers around Colorado. As my first pair of trekking poles, I didn't really know what I was looking for. These were on the lower price range and help tremendously while on decline. The grip is comfortable and are easy to adjust in height. They are very sturdy and seem like they will last quite a few years before I need to upgrade poles.
Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'6"
Yes , I recommend this product
jimf
Bolingbrook, IL
Good pole, rubber grips not for me
5 years ago
First time trekking pole buyer and I researched enough to know I wanted a cork handle, but I also wanted to keep my purchase under $100. I was all set to buy the REI cork handle poles, but I was really impressed with the locking mechanism and overall construction of the Black Diamond (I don't think the REI's are bad at all, just saying the BD's are noticeably better). I decided on a compromise to stay within budget - get the better pole and sacrifice the handle. Took them out for a 1/2 day hike and realized the rubber handles starting chafing, and that on a longer trip it would be an issue. I returned them to REI and got the Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork. Blew my budget by a little, but now I've got the perfect poles for me. If you prefer a rubber handle, then these are going to be a great choice, otherwise I would recommend to spend a little more and get the cork.
Yes , I recommend this product
Logan H
Sacramento, CA
Great bear swords.
5 years ago
My only complaint about Black Diamond is that they don't make more products! These poles are easy to use, lightish (1lb 4oz, pair), have easy locking mechanisms and provide options for attachments. I also have a Black Diamond tent that uses these as an adaptive set of poles. Every aspect of the product fuctioned as intended. Most people seem to worry about synthetic grips and prefer cork. Cork handles are still a luxury I look up toward, however, 40 miles in 3 days left me without any kind of excessive sweating or a single blister.
Age:25–34
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'4"
Yes , I recommend this product
DoctorK
Calgary, AB
Pole fell apart and customer service won't reply
3 years ago
Just past the 1 year warranty and the whole bottom section of the left pole just fell off. There is no way to reattach it. Contacted customer service and they simply ghosted me. Buy the Komperdell with 3 years of no questions asked replacement.
No, I do not recommend this product
Garyyyyy
San diego
Great until they bent
3 years ago
The poles were great until I slipped on an icy hill and a pole bent. I couldn’t find a way to straighten it out. Luckily a friend had two poles and lent me one to help me get Off the mountain.
Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'0"
No, I do not recommend this product
Maggie
Tennessee
You won’t be disappointed
5 years ago
Very nice poles. Adjustable clamps stay in place and never slide while hiking. Wrist straps are very comfortable. Retract to a nice small size so they fit on my pack perfectly and don’t stick up past my pack and catch limbs as I’m hiking.
Age:25–34
Weight:100–125 lbs.
Height:5'3"
Yes , I recommend this product
austin22
Honey Brook, PA
Affordable Trekking Poles That Do The Job Well
5 years ago
This will be my second pair of trekking poles from Black Diamond and I am continually impressed with the versatility of these poles. The tips stand up well to abuse on longer trails, the adjustability, improved grips, and locking technology have worked well. You will not find a better made set of trekking poles for the cost.
Yes , I recommend this product
Cindy 222
upstate NY
Watch a video before you try to swap out baskets!
3 years ago
These poles are fine, until you attempt to swap out the baskets. I bought the snow baskets and tried to put them on. There are ZERO instructions included with either the poles or the baskets, so I thought, How hard could this be? I screwed them on, went out, and lost one. Bought a new set and decided I needed to figure out what was wrong. I Googled for a video, and some guy shows how to do it - and it's not at all what you would think. So, WATCH THE VIDEO before you throw money away.
Age:55–64
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'6"
j9momma
Good economical choice
4 years ago
Held up nicely on hike to Half Dome. However it was very warm and my sweaty hands started to blister after 12 hours of hiking. Luckily it was at the end of the hike and the blisters were mostly gone by the next day.
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'7"
Yes , I recommend this product
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