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Black Diamond Traverse Ski Poles

Item #BLD0472 | 360 in Stock

I don't do any backcountry skiing, just resort downhill....

By Ranked #293 - Backcountry Ski Poles October 5, 2010

I don't do any backcountry skiing, just resort downhill. Are these poles the same construction/durability as trekking poles that one could use for summer backpacking trips.

Ideally, could I get one pole that works for resort downhill and summer hikes?

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By Ranked #171 - Backcountry Ski Poles October 6, 2010

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I just got back from hiking a 64 mile section of the John Muir Trail from Mammoth Lakes to Yosemite last week using these poles as trekking poles. I also use these as my back country ski poles. I don't always use them at the resort as I tend to be pretty hard on poles when resort skiing but as long as you take care of them you should be fine. These poles seem pretty strong. Here they are by Thousand Island Lake.

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Tech Specs:

Usable Range:
37 - 57 in, 41 - 61 in 
Shaft:
aluminum 
Grip:
plastic 
Tip:
carbide 
Integrated Probe:
no 
Included Baskets:
1 pair powder 
Weight:
1 lb 5 oz 
Recommended Use:
backcountry skiing 
Manufacturer Warranty:
1 year 

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