Black Diamond  Traverse Ski Poles - Pair

Feels good, sturdy, with a solid adjustment mechanism that can be changed with gloves on. NOTE: The shorter version's adjustment range is listed by Black Diamond as 100-140 cm. REI's description lists the range as 90-140 cm (and perhaps you can lock the collar 5 cm below the lowest shown increment?), so if you're looking for a pole for a growing skier who still needs a sub-100 cm pole, consider that you may need to exchange it.

I've lost THREE ski baskets on these poles. Bought a 2 pair replacement pack from Black Diamond and those 2 fell off, all on the same pole, within the same week. They're also fairly heavy, which is fair for the price and aluminum construction. But overall feeling is just blegh with these. Worse than the overpriced Black Crows touring poles.

I wanted a no frills touring pole. Aluminum, comfortable in the hand with or without gloves. Has an easy way to adjust poles with gloves on. Mechanism seems pretty durable as well. If you want a no frills touring pole that wont cost you an arm and a leg, I cant recommend this enough.

Easy to use, great for a quick transition from skinning to skiing. Lightweight, but not flimsy. Great colors too. The Traverse Pole has been my go-to for years, and the new rendition does not disappoint.

Awesome poles. My entire family uses some iteration of the Traverse Pole. They last a long time, showing minimal wear. Barring user inflicted damage from misuse or a crash. Happy with the purchase.

I don't think I've upgraded my touring poles in 15 years. These are much sturdier and a touch longer as I'm on the taller side. Would recommend.

Pole length is easy to adjust & I like the size range poles can be adjusted to with my height at 6’ 3” tall.

My son loves them! Getting a lot of comments on them on the mountain.