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Black Diamond Trail Trekking Poles - 1 Pair
Does anyone miss not having the shock absorbsion on these poles?...
By katie.renw2206481
Ranked #562 - Trekking Poles
May 7, 2008
Does anyone miss not having the shock absorbsion on these poles? I've never used poles before so I'm not sure how necessary that feature is.
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Eric McCammond
Ranked #261 - Trekking Poles
December 15, 2008
My first set of trekking poles were a cheaper set with shock absorbsion. These are a nicer pair without shock absorbsion. I prefer these. Shock absorbsion is generally more noticeable when navigating scree fields and that sort of thing where you're constantly maneuvering over rough terrain. However, I cannot say that I ever found the shock absorbsion necessary.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Shaft Material:
- Aluminum
- Grip Material:
- Foam
- Tip Material:
- Carbide
- Extendable Range:
- [Compact] 23-49in (59-125cm); [Regular] 25-55in (63.5-140cm)
- Locking Mechanism:
- FlickLock
- Shock Absorber:
- No
- Replaceable Baskets:
- Yes
- Replaceable Tips:
- No
- Protective Rubber Tips:
- Available
- Number of Baskets:
- 1 Set
- Weight:
- [Compact] 1lb 2oz (516g), [Regular] 1lb 2oz (516g)
- Recommended Use:
- Trekking, hiking, backpacking, and alpine approaches
- Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- Taiwan
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