Great poles but with 2 flaws

By jtcash Ranked #119 - Trekking Poles March 17, 2010

I have the previous version, which is exactly the same except the coloring of the shock area.

I love these poles. I have used them extensively during the blistering hot summer heat and the freezing cold temperatures.

These flick locks lock tightly and never slip. If it does, just tighten the screw on the hinge.

The only problems I've had with these poles are:

1) The shock system on these are not very balanced - one pole may tend to be more plush than the other.

2) The wrist straps on these get worn fast. They started breaking/ripping near the "V" section (the part of the strap that goes between your thumb and index finger) after 1 season. I had to e-mail BD to give me a replacement strap.

I thought these poles were so good that I got the compact version for my girlfriend.

View Details: Black Diamond Trail Shock Trekking Pole

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