Gear Review
LEKI Super Makalu COR-TEC Antishock Trekking Poles - 1 Pair
Not Impressed
By Erich Knaak
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.
View Details: LEKI Super Makalu COR-TEC Antishock Trekking Poles - 1 Pair
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 1 No
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
Change me.