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Black Diamond Contour Elliptic Shock Trekking Pole
Elliptic, meaning that the shaft gets smaller in diameter near...
By Tim L.R.
Ranked #16 - Snowshoes
June 17, 2009
Elliptic, meaning that the shaft gets smaller in diameter near the bottom of the shaft near the baskets???
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By Angus Bohanon
Ranked #858 - Snowshoes
June 17, 2009
Elliptic meaning that the cross section of the pole is a teardrop shape with the fat part forward and the pointy part back. It's a lot stronger.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
By DakkaGuru
June 17, 2009
No, think the other way, the circumference of the shaft is oblong. http://www.bdel.com/gear/contour.php
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Tech Specs:
- Shaft Material:
- Aluminum
- Grip Material:
- Dual density composite
- Tip Material:
- Carbide
- Extendable Range:
- [Collapsed] 70cm; [Usable] 76-140cm
- Locking Mechanism:
- FlickLock
- Shock Absorber:
- Yes
- Replaceable Baskets:
- Yes
- Baskets:
- 1 Pair
- Replaceable Tips:
- Yes
- Protective Rubber Tips:
- Available
- Weight:
- 24oz (664g) per pair
- Recommended Use:
- Backpacking, hiking
- Country of Origin:
- United States
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