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- Makalu FX Carbon Trekking Poles - Pair
Features
- Poles fold into 3 sections, making them easy to quickly stow in your pack when not in use
- Aergon Air grips represent a complete redesign for comfort and control, with lightweight hollow-core technology and supportive surfaces to meet your ergonomic needs
- Backs of grips are fully rubberized for maximum grip and control when going downhill
- Inclined grip angle of 8° supports your wrists in a neutral position for optimal guidance and efficient, effective pole placement
- Adjustable Lock Security Skin straps are made from breathable, lightweight, extra-soft material for maximum comfort
- Extended foam grips are ideal for traversing and climbing
- ELD is a user-friendly locking mechanism for fast and easy assembly; it releases pole tension with the push of a button
- Speed Lock 2+ lever system offers fast and easy length adjustment between 110 and 130 cm, even when you're wearing gloves
- System is also smaller and lighter than Speed Lock 1, while delivering a 20% higher holding force
- Superlight and stiff high-modulus carbon shafts for optimal swing weight
- Interchangeable basket system makes it easy to screw on/off various Leki baskets for different seasons or uses; offset threads help to keep the baskets securely in place
- Universal carbide flex tips deliver high precision and great grip in nearly any terrain
- Travel/storage bag included
Technical Specs
- GenderUnisex
- Best UseHiking
- Top RatedYes
- AdjustableYes
- Weight (g)508
- Basket TypeTrekking
- Grip MaterialFoam
- Weight (Pair)1 lb. 1.9 oz.
- Shaft MaterialMetal
- Locking MechanismExternal Lever Lock
- Shaft ConstructionCarbon
- Maximum Length (cm)130 centimeters
- Minimum Length (cm)110 centimeters
- Maximum Length (in.)51 inches
- Minimum Length (in.)43 inches
- Collapsed Length (cm)40 centimeters
- Collapsed Length (in.)16 inches