How to Choose Trekking Poles and Hiking Staffs
Red Rock Canyon-Topanga, CA
Leki Khumbu Lite AS Trekking Poles - Pair
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Lightweight for all your mountain adventures, the Leki Khumbu Lite AS trekking poles come with the DSS damping system to reduce impact forces—making hikes gentler on your body.
- Durable, 3-section, collapsible poles are made with HTS 6.5 aluminum; heat-treated aluminum is super sturdy and very durable
- At just 252 g (9 oz.) per pole, the Khumbu Lite poles are the perfect low-weight option for long journeys
- Speed Lock Plus levers allow for quick and secure length adjustment anywhere you desire between 100–135 cm, even while wearing gloves
- Speed Lock Plus levers are 27% smaller and 35% lighter than Speed Lock 1; you can adjust the tension as needed without using tools
- Aergon CorTec ergonomic grips with lightweight and edgeless design for optimum comfort and various gripping positions
- Rounded tops allow for comfortable palming of the grip on descents
- Integrated 8° positive grip angle keeps wrists in a neutral and comfortable position
- Adjustable security straps are made from breathable, lightweight and soft material for maximum comfort
- DSS antishock system built into the tips for a reduction of peak impacts by approximately 40%, protecting muscles, joints and ligaments
- Carbide tips for perfect grip
- Trekking Baskets 2.0 prevent sinking into soft surfaces and protect the lower shafts
- Interchangeable basket system makes it easy to screw on/off various Leki baskets (not included) for different seasons or uses
- Offset threads help to keep the baskets securely in place
- Sold as a pair
Imported.
View all Leki Trekking Poles| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Shaft Construction | HTS 6.5 aluminum |
| Grip Material | Cork |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Maximum Length (in.) | 53 inches |
| Minimum Length (in.) | 39.5 inches |
| Collapsed Length (in.) | 26.7 inches |
| Maximum Length (cm) | 135 centimeters |
| Minimum Length (cm) | 100 centimeters |
| Collapsed Length (cm) | 68 centimeters |
| Locking Mechanism | External Lever Lock |
| Shock Absorbing | Yes |
| Basket Type | Trekking |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 1.8 oz. |
| Gender | Unisex |
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5 days ago
Antishock is non-existent
The new antishock mechanism located in the pole tip does not work. The pole does not depress at all or provide any dampening while hiking. My old Leki antishock poles worked perfectly on every hike for over 10 years. Disappointed and have to return item.