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The MSR Denali III Trekking Pole is a technical pole that breaks trail, not bank.
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Star Trekking Poles!!
Dav5655742
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I really appreciated these poles on my very first hike through the mountains of CO... They were sturdy enough to assist me on some high stepping, yet light enough to flip up under my arms when not necessary for use!
Meh
las100406885
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The good: These poles are sturdy and comfy when hiking. The rounded bottom spike is fat and thick so won't get bent or messed up. I did bend them on the skinnier bottom section from putting alot of force on them while skiing dense snow (moving forward while they're jammed in hard) but not bad and they have lasted several seasons. The grips are fine, not something you notice (a good thing), and the tops are large and rounded so you can use it cane-style when hiking downhill. The baskets (available from MSR) are larger than most and are good for soft snow (though I think I will cut a section off similar to the old BD baskets for better uphilling). Having it in three sections adds weight but allows it to collapse more.
The bad: They are heavy. The baskets get in the way on slopes. The edge protectors on the bottom of each section fall down easy. The baskets are nearly impossible to remove once on there. The biggest problem by far though is the twist mechanism. If ANY moisture gets in there, like if you collapse a snowy pole and then open it again, it will not lock until you dry it completely out. Also if it gets torqued too tight, it could be impossible to get apart without tools - which could damage the pole. I had one locked up so tight I had to exchange it.
Really the only reason I keep these around is cause they aren't quite bad enough for me to shell out the money for a nice carbon pole with a flicklock system.
I have a pair of BD Expedition poles and...
dan2592987
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I have a pair of BD Expedition poles and while I was busting threw an alder bushwhack I lost a section of one of the poles. I believe I can get another end to replace the lost section but I thought this might be a good time to get some new poles. Here is my question, how are these poles compare to the BD? I not concerned about price, when Im in the back country I cant affords gear failure if at all possible. I had a pair of poles years ago that had the twist lock and if any weight was put on the pole (fall) it would collapse. I like the flip lock that BD uses better. Is that the case with these MSR poles or can they handle the rigors of backcountry bushwhacking?
Michael Kisow
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These are not quite as fail-proof as the BD's
Light and handy
Kerry O'Neill
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My fiance bought me a set of these for my birthday, and they're perfect. They're lightweight, have a comfortable grip, and are durable and handy on the trail. When you're done, they collapse to a very manageable length. Happy to know that, with the winter baskets on, they'll be great for snowshoeing, too.
What country is this product made in?
Allegheny
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What country is this product made in?
Christopher Minguez
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Country of origin is Austria, Allegheny.
Summer Also
Michael Kisow
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All season poles
Michael Kisow
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D3 On 55L Pack
Michael Kisow
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I bought these a couple of years ago. Now...
ray3812296
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I bought these a couple of years ago. Now I want to use
them and I can't figure out the locking mechanism. Does it just turn in the direction of the arrows really hard? What should turn, the shaft or the black collar? I know this is lame but I don't want to force in and ruin something.
Thanks
Michael Kisow
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The shafts turn. Lefty loosey. Sometimes you can hold onto the basket for leverage.
What is the "closed" length? Thanks.
swoon2183650
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What is the "closed" length? Thanks.
TJP
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Swoon,
If you look at those pictures Michael Kisow was kind enough to take, you will see that fully collapsed the pole is just a hair under 26".
If lite is right, then these are it
way3806160
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I wanted the lightest, collapse-able walking staff.One of these guys is 8oz. , so I have a bonus extra pole too. I don't like the metal tip.So as I was removing it to modify the pole to accept a crutch tip, which is my prefered tip, the MRS proved to be a really well made thing. If you like standard metal tipsthis one's really reliable, MSR quality in being put together. If you are a equipment modifer, like I am, this MRS is a great starting point.A bargain too, professionally delivered and fast.
SIze compare
Michael Kisow
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Contracted to the max
Michael Kisow
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Shortest Length
DANGER, Go past this and your done....
Michael Kisow
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There is no picture. Other sites show a...
TRUCKEE251746811
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There is no picture. Other sites show a pair in black and silver. What color are these?
Lyric Rosatti
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The picture I see above is Silver and Black.
Lasted 1 trip
fretland100158495
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I got these poles last year for Telemark skiing. On the way down on my first trip the locking mechanism jammed and the mechanism detached from the pole when trying to fix it. So one of the poles is now stuck on 100 cm... In addition to this, I lost one basket - the locking device for baskets is not very good either. Luckliy my local sport shop had one extra basket, as you can't buy extra baskets from MSR.
So I got Black Diamond poles with flicklock - and they are way better! The denali III was a waste of money for me. If you plan to get them I would strongly recommend to be careful with the locking mechanism, and perhaps not to use them for high energy activities like Telemark/AT skiing.
Sturdy set of poles
standyrd
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These trekkin poles are built to last. They get used on a daily basis on the hard rock and uneven terrain of the Grand Canyon and they will not bend or break. Heed the advice about not pulling the section out too far, it is difficult to fix. And if there is trouble tightening try pulling the section out to the end and tightening it and working your way down til it's fully telescoped. Great poles.
Trekking Poles are A+
amcdac2394993
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I just recently hiked a couple of trails in the Smoky Mountains and was able to test my pair of MSR poles. They performed excellent. The locking mechanism works perfectly. They are stronger than I anticipated. The price was great also.
Do they come with baskets? 1 or 2 sets?
mcfisticuf2270028
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Do they come with baskets? 1 or 2 sets?
Benjamin Herndon
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One pair of baskets.
is this a single pole or 2 poles?
sheets.e1629595
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is this a single pole or 2 poles?
Benjamin Herndon
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Dos amigo.
Michael Kisow
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Be careful, Dicks Sporting Goods Online sent me only one. Backcountry took care of me though.
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helmet veshdon
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