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LEKI Super Makalu COR-TEC Antishock Trekking Poles - 1 Pair

Item #LEK0094 | 15 in Stock
2 Star Rating

Not Impressed

By Ranked #17 - Snowshoes December 9, 2008

These may be good poles and I just don't know it. I have used others but these are the first I've owned. My main issue with these is how difficult they are to adjust and the fact that they don't lock all the time. When it's raining or if your hands are really cold it's difficult to tighten them enough to keep them adjusted properly. Maybe I'm just weak. On a 5 mile decent I'll have to stop to readjust at least two or three times. For the price I expect more. If they get wet make sure you dry them off before collapsing them. Even if you don't use them and it's cold. The condensation will cause corrosion in a heartbeat. The shock absorption is a very nice feature. I'll be replacing these poles in the next couple of months.

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Tech Specs:

Shaft Material:
Aluminum / titanium 
Grip Material:
COR-TEC 
Tip Material:
Carbide 
Extendable Range:
[Collapsed] 68cm; [Usable] 68-145cm 
Locking Mechanism:
Super Lock System 
Shock Absorber:
Yes 
Replaceable Baskets:
Yes 
Baskets:
1 Pair 
Replaceable Tips:
Yes 
Protective Rubber Tips:
Available 
Weight:
21oz (595g) per pair 
Recommended Use:
Hiking 
Manufacturer Warranty:
[Shaft] lifetime 

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