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Leki Helicon Lite Ski Poles
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Dependable in the backcountry and priced lower than many other options, the Leki Helicon Lite ski poles have the features you need for winter—including adjustability and extended foam grips.
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- 2-piece aluminum construction features SpeedLock + locking mechanisms that allow you to easily and quickly adjust pole length even while wearing gloves
- Adjust from 110 to 145 cm long
- Evocon PAS grips come with adjustable straps; feature nonslip surfaces and rounded edges for optimal comfort
- Extended foam grips provide multiple locations to grasp when climbing or skinning up steeper terrain
- These include backcountry Big Mountain Binding Baskets, each with a straight, hard edge perfect for adjusting climbing aids or cleaning ice buildup from skins
- Carbide tips penetrate even the firmest snow and ice
Imported.
View all Leki Men's Ski Poles| Best Use | Backcountry Skiing |
|---|---|
| Basket Type | Powder |
| Shaft Construction | Aluminum (HTS 6.5) |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 2.2 oz. |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Minimum Length (in.) | 43.3 inches |
| Maximum Length (in.) | 57 inches |
| Minimum Length (cm) | 110 centimeters |
| Maximum Length (cm) | 145 centimeters |
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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Matt
Don’t hold up
2 years ago
This product didn’t even last for 3 days of skiing before the baskets ripped. Very disappointed in this since Leki typically has a great reputation for making good poles. I reached out to their customer service and they told me to buy new baskets. No compensation at all for bad baskets.
Age:25–34
Experience Level:Expert
Doug D
Upgrade poles
2 years ago
Poles are really light but feel stiff and support my pressure. Adjust quickly both in length and with the hand straps. Should have upgraded years ago!
Anonymous
Lititz, PA
Alpine Touring Poles
2 years ago
Shipped quickly, look great....not enough snow locally to go skinning with them.
Age:65–74
Experience Level:Intermediate
Yes , I recommend this product
Jake
Great For Backcountry Skiing
2 years ago
I love these poles! They are light but very durable.
Yes , I recommend this product