Black Diamond  Traverse Ski Poles - Pair

These well designed and aesthetically pleasing poles do it all! I love the bright color (easy to find in a crowded ski rack) and they’re incredible at propelling me forward on flat sections of snow with minimal effort, so perfecttt for cat walks! I’m 5’2” and my partner is 6’5” and we both enjoy using these because the straps and length are so easily adjustable. These are my go-to poles and I’m really looking forward to bringing these out in the backcountry with all of my other beloved Black Diamond gear once we get more snow in my area :)

Black Diamond poles (and specifically the Traverse series) have been in my ski kit for many years. The newest version is no exception to the durable and useful design that makes them famous. I really like the newest update of adding a lip on the pole handle, as its useful for a number of tasks while skinning. Additionally, the new red color looks awesome and I love the large powder baskets. I recently used them for ski touring near Keystone Resort, as well as for some on-piste skiing and the poles performed excellently in both situations.

10/10 would recommend. These poles are excellent for resort and backcountry alike. Compared to my 3-section poles, they’re significantly lighter and easier to adjust. They’re super easy to adjust even with bulky mitts making them great for touring and steep traverses. I love the hooked end makes putting my heel risers up and down super quick and easy. I love the color of these too! Super cute and would make it easy to spot if you drop one. Dummy straps are great, wide to fit over heavy gloves, and feel really durable. Baskets are sturdy, wide enough for powder, and, unlike other poles I’ve had, pretty easy to attach securely. No more lost baskets! It would be nice to have the foam grip extend further down the pole for traversing, but you can simply shorten them on the uphill side if that bothers you.

Lower section of pole bent when it broke through the snow on a side hill on 4th day of use on Dec. 30. Could be a freak thing, but I had not bent my old adjustable Leki poles (2mm wider pole diameters) in 13 years of use. This 1 star review also relates to my experience so far with BD’s customer service. Phones are currently shut off, The chat line cited on the contact us page is not available, and when advised by email to just file a warranty claim, the warranty page keeps giving error messages without an explanation after I provided details and proof of purchase info. Note: this year’s model (24-25) also lacks the rubber grip extensions (useful for sidehills) found on the previous year model (which saves 1 oz. of weight).

These poles are 105 – 155 cm, and their shortest length is perfect for me (5’2’’) for hiking up or on the level ground. They are a little heavier than carbon poles but feel very sturdy. The grip and the straps are comfortable, and straps are easily adjusted. The lock is tight and reliable. Bright red color of the poles and the powder baskets make the poles well visible. I have not yet had a chance to ski with them (not enough snow) but using them for hiking in the snow was comfortable.

These backcountry ski poles offer a great balance of lightweight performance and durability. The adjustable length is quick and secure, making transitions between climbs and descents easy, and the poles hold their setting even under heavy use. The grips are comfortable with gloves, and the powder baskets provide solid flotation in soft snow without getting in the way on firmer conditions. After a couple times of use in cold, variable terrain, the poles continue to perform reliably with minimal wear.

These poles are lightweight and the quick locks keep them at the height you set them. So far, these were used for classic cross country skiing and uphill snowshoeing and its been easy setting the height for different purposes. Baskets needed to be heated up to properly screw on to poles but have been firmly in place ever since.

Love these poles for backcountry. I had Leki 3-section poles that were too flimsy and Leki 2-section poles that were fine but bent and won’t easily retract anymore. These poles are bomber in comparison. I don’t plan on using them for resort skiing so that they last longer.

These poles are exactly what I was looking for. Just the right amount of adjustment length-wise. Super secure, yet easy to open quick release closure. Minimalist, whippet-like hook at the top of the grips helps with binding adjustment on the fly. And they look awesome too!

When the baskets on poles are so hard you need instructions, and there are no instructions with the product, you have an issue. Internet YouTube where each person posting really struggled, and one hurt his hand…. . give some pointers BD.