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MSR Overland Carbon Trekking Pole

Item #CAS0492 | 0 in Stock
3 Star Rating

Broke after second use

By Ranked #221 - Snowshoes July 7, 2009

these are my first pair of trekking poles, first time i used them i could tell a noticeable difference in my trekking capabilities. However, the second time i used this product, one of the poles became stuck in river bed, and when i tried to remove it, it snapped in two. i was very surprised as i have used many MSR products in the past ranging from tents, stoves, and water treatment in which each product was very well made and if necessary capable of more than the average wear and tear. the good news is when i returned home i informed backcountry( who i bought the poles from) and they sent me a new pair free of charge. i have yet to test the new pair however i think the first pair breaking was due to a fluke

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Tech Specs:

Shaft Material:
Carbon fiber 
Extendable Range:
[Collapsed] 25in (65cm); [Usable] 25-55in (65-140cm) 
Shock Absorber:
No 
Baskets:
1 Pair 
Replaceable Tips:
No 
Protective Rubber Tips:
No 
Weight:
17oz (482g) per pair 
Recommended Use:
Hiking 

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