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Black Diamond Traverse 3 Ski Poles - Pair
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Completely redesigned for the splitboarder or skier who demands ultimate adjustability and versatility, the Black Diamond Traverse 3 ski poles are equally at home on the skintrack and on the descent.
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- 3-piece adjustable aluminum poles with FlickLock adjustability for maximum versatility
- Buckle-less wrist straps and sticky rubber grips are comfortable and easy to adjust while on the move
- Ergonomic, dual-shot sticky rubber grips for positive connection
- Flat edge on grip heads for clearing snow from skis
- Soft-touch utility hooks on grips for quick binding heel riser adjustments
- 10 cm, 20 cm and 30 cm markings starting at the grip top for quick snow depth measurements
- Integrated PH3 screwdriver in shaft fits FlickLock and most bindings for in-field maintenance
- Adjustable Choke-up Ring allows you to customize your hand placement
- Sold as a pair
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View all Black Diamond Men's Ski Poles| Best Use | Splitboarding Backcountry Skiing |
|---|---|
| Basket Type | Powder and Standard |
| Shaft Construction | 7075 aluminum |
| Probe | Yes |
| Weight (Pair) | 9.9 ounces |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Collapsed Length (in.) | 85-125 CM: 22.8 inches |
| Minimum Length (in.) | 85-125 CM: 33.5 inches |
| Maximum Length (in.) | 85-125 CM: 49.2 inches |
| Collapsed Length (cm) | 85-125 CM: 58 centimeters |
| Minimum Length (cm) | 85-125 CM: 85 centimeters |
| Maximum Length (cm) | 85-125 CM: 125 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.
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Dylinh
Received free product
Eagle Harbor, Michigan
Durable ski poles offering a lot of functionality!
7 months ago
I used these poles for a recent snowshoeing trip in the UP of Michigan. The flick lock adjustment knobs were crucial for allowing quick height changes without removing gloves. Removable snow baskets allow for year round use. The aluminum shafts provide a durable structure while keeping the poles lightweight. Would highly recommend for snow sports including skiing, snowshoeing and winter hiking.
Age:35–44
Experience Level:Expert
Yes , I recommend this product
TahoeCoyote
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Greater Tahoe area, NV
A great balance for a do-everything ski pole
6 months ago
These Ski Poles are a great backcountry or resort ski pole that can achieve that balance of toughness, adjustability, and weight. Solid enough under heavy use at a resort but lightweight for many miles of backcountry exploration—thus truly a one-pole quiver. Besides, the Traverse just looks good. Its modern look surely makes a great addition to anyone on the mountain. But just one little thing to mention, so you don't have the same mishap I did. Here's the lowdown on what I'm thinking: What I Like Durability: These poles are built to take on rough backcountry terrain and the rigors of resort skiing. The aluminum construction handles dings and scrapes without compromising performance. Adjustability: The FlickLock system is very intuitive and secure, allowing the length to be adjusted very fast and easily on the go. Especially useful when frequently moving between steep ascents, traverses, and descents. Weight: They balance perfectly to feel light enough for long backcountry tours but still robust enough for resort skiing; this makes them great all-around skis. Comfort: The foam grips are comfortable, even on long days of use, while the adjustable straps are well-padded to help alleviate fatigue on uphill climbs or aggressive downhill skiing. Packability: They collapse compactly in their three-piece design and are thus easy to stow on a pack during bootpacks or descents. Aesthetics: Not only do these poles perform well, but they also look great. The sleek, modern design adds some style to your ski kit. Integrated tooling: Haven't had to use this yet, but I love that the tooling is integrated in the pole. You can forget your multitool, but you won't forget your pole. This might become my new mandatory feature for backcountry poles. A Word of Caution One problem I had was losing a basket when I didn't screw it in all the way in a rush. If you don't install the baskets securely, they can come loose during use, especially in deeper snow. Once I had properly screwed the baskets in, they stayed put and didn't move at all. That said, I was able to order replacement baskets. Tip: Screw in your baskets before you head out, especially if you're in a rush. What Could Be Better Weight (for some): While light for a three-piece pole, it's not the lightest. Grip Extensions: Grips are super comfortable, and I appreciate the right/left ergonomics but could have an extension that would make it more comfortable for the hands while doing steeper sidehill traverses—it would be nice if added to future designs. Bottom Line The Black Diamond Traverse 3 Ski Poles are a dependable and versatile choice for skiers who split their time between resort and backcountry skiing. Their rugged construction, excellent adjustability, sleek design, and comfortable feel make them a worthy investment. Just be sure to screw the baskets in tightly to avoid losing one on the mountain! Highly recommended!
Age:35–44
Experience Level:Expert
Yes , I recommend this product
outsidegal
Received free product
Golden, CO
Solid ski poles
6 months ago
These are great poles for the price. They have held up well over a couple of uses. I particularly like how lightweight they are and how small they collapse to. My only complaint, which is true of other black diamond poles I've had, is that the baskets are difficult to get on.
Age:25–34
Experience Level:Expert
Yes , I recommend this product
Olena Voz
Received free product
Portland, OR
Sturdy, easy to use, easy to pack away
7 months ago
The poles are heavier than I would prefer, however, it makes up for it by being very sturdy. This is helpful with touring when putting weight on them whenever skis or splitboard slips, especially while traversing in a bowl. It collapses to be quite short, very helpful since I splitboard and need to pack away on my ride down. It's easy to use when adjusting the heights, which is primo when you're moving through uneven terrain. All in all would recommend even if they are just slightly more heavier than what I've been used to, the benefits of these poles are worth it.
Age:35–44
Experience Level:Intermediate
Yes , I recommend this product
John C.
perfect packed size
5 months ago
I bought the Traverse 3 section poles so they would easily fit in my pack for alpine climbing. i wish they came with trekking baskets to pack even smaller but not a big deal with snowflake style.
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Gary P.
As a ski resort photographer
1 month ago
As a ski resort photographer I am out everyday in the winter season. These poles come with me. They are bomber, fit nicely in any pack that I am using for the day and allow me to do my job.
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Conor H.
Great ski poles. They have
4 months ago
Great ski poles. They have all the things you would need for a full day either back county or on groomers. They are a little on the heavy side but that comes from being so heavy duty.
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Hamed B.
Great
5 months ago
They work well as expected from a Black Diamond product. The basket came off once during the tour, so make sure you really tighten those one.
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Andrew 9.
Mint
7 months ago
These sticks are the most reliable when traversing into the unknown. Fit is perfect for someone between 5. 0'-5. 8"
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max k.
Perfect for the backcountry
6 months ago
Got these for splitboarding. They are easy to use, light weight, sturdy and a fun design. Just what I needed!
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