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Red Rock Canyon-Topanga, CA
Mountainsmith Trekker FX Lite V2 Hiking Staff - Single
$39.95
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Boost your stability on rough trails with the Mountainsmith Trekker FX Lite V2 hiking staff. It's equipped with a comfortable EVA handle and microfiber wrist strap, and it doubles as a camera monopod.
- Carbon fiber upper pole section
- Aluminum Outerlock height adjustment; 28–59 in. height range
- Universal 1/4"-20 SAE threaded bolt for camera attachment
- Mountainsmith recommends the monopod function at a max carrying capacity of 3 lbs.
- Rubber boot tip included
- Snow basket and hiking baskets included
- Comes with a replaceable carbide tip (screw-in)
- Sold singly
Imported.
View all Mountainsmith Hiking Staffs| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Shaft Construction | 7075 Aluminum |
| Grip Material | Foam |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Maximum Length (in.) | 59 inches |
| Minimum Length (in.) | 45 inches |
| Collapsed Length (in.) | 27.25 inches |
| Maximum Length (cm) | 149 centimeters |
| Minimum Length (cm) | 116 centimeters |
| Collapsed Length (cm) | 69 centimeters |
| Locking Mechanism | External Lever Lock |
| Shock Absorbing | Yes |
| Camera Mount | Yes |
| Weight | 9.6 ounces |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Basket Type | Powder and Trekking |
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Right stick for the job
Jkchappy1 year ago
As someone who must rely on a staff to keep my balance when walking since my TIAs took balance away. This isxperfect
Jkchappy
OH
8 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Disappointing.
RayL1 year ago
Strap does not stay in position but falls open if not under tension at all times. The carbide tip wore through the rubber tip within a single day. The top cushion on the handle is comfortable, bumping an otherwise 1-star review up to 2 stars.
RayL
5 people found this review helpful
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RayL
Disappointing.
1 year ago
Strap does not stay in position but falls open if not under tension at all times. The carbide tip wore through the rubber tip within a single day. The top cushion on the handle is comfortable, bumping an otherwise 1-star review up to 2 stars.
No, I do not recommend this product
Jkchappy
Ohio
Right stick for the job
1 year ago
As someone who must rely on a staff to keep my balance when walking since my TIAs took balance away. This isxperfect
Age:65–74
Yes , I recommend this product
dheiking
Madison WI
Did Not Like the Grip
1 year ago
The pole itself is well constructed and the cam locks are very secure when under pressure in use. I returned this pole as the pole's foam grip and huge foam knob on the top left my hands sore. To me the unsculpted foam left no comfortable spot to grip well. Mountainsmith makes better poles. I ended up buying the same brand but with cork grip and am completely happy with those
Age:55–64
No, I do not recommend this product
Anonymous
Michigan
The hiking pole for all !
1 year ago
Good to use for extreme or leisurely hikes. Supports well, sturdy and easy to use.
h Robles
Jacksboro
Great poles
1 year ago
We bought two of these and went back and bought two more. For the price, they are great! They extend to a variety of sizes which is great for my husband, friends and I. We have had these on several hikes and they are mandatory. Concept is very easy.
Yes , I recommend this product
Birds6
Ok if it’s stored at home
4 days ago
Bought this pole for myself when buying a set of rei trekking poles for my wife. The shafts clicked a little when I walked around the neighborhood and it felt a little loose throughout but as a walking stick it was ok. I packed in my checked luggage when we flew to another state for a vacation. Apparently, getting bumped around in transit causes the nob on the top to unscrew. When I went to use it at a birding location the knob on the top was gone. On the way back home, I screwed down the disk that had been under the knob before putting it in my checked luggage, and when I opened my suitcase after arriving home discovered that it had become unscrewed to the top of it’s screw. Note that this pole’s advertising states it can be used as a monopod. I think generally it’s too light and does not fit together tightly enough to be very useful in that role.
AlemaoDave
Madison Wisconsin
The buckle broke first time using it
3 months ago
Bought this specifically to hike The Narrows in Zion NP. Maybe 2-3 miles in, the buckle broke on the hand strap. I liked the size, it seemed sturdy enough, even with a little weight on it, but for that price, it should last more than 3 miles of easy/moderate hiking.
Age:55–64
No, I do not recommend this product
Scott C
Missouri
Perfect Entry level hiking pole/monopod
3 months ago
I bought this for my trip to the Yucatán. Many places don’t allow tripods and I needed a hiking pole to hold onto when visiting some of the sites. This pole worked perfectly for this. The pole helped me going up and down the pyramids and steadied my phone for some great photos.
Age:55–64
Yes , I recommend this product
Scott
Virginia Beach
Good value for your money.
2 weeks ago
This pole is reasonably priced and fits either hand. It is easily adjusted and sturdy without being too heavy. It worked fine to help on the 100 kilometers of the Camino de Santiago.
Age:65–74
Yes , I recommend this product
Keith Prior
Vashon, WA
A handy tool for hiking uneven terrain.
2 months ago
This is excellent for hiking on uneven surfaces such as tree roots, boulders, and loose gravelled slopes. Its lack of shock absorption is its only shortcoming.
Age:75 or over
No, I do not recommend this product
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