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Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork Trekking Pole

Item #BLD1387 | 10 in Stock
3 Star Rating

Use cork sealer

By Ranked #150 - Trekking Poles October 16, 2010

Bought this for snowshoeing and hiking.
Cork is great but beware as there are drawbacks.
Have had it for less than a year when I noticed that my cork handle was starting to pit. Don't know how or when it happened. Kinda of disappointed since these are expensive poles and was looking for many years of use.
Too late for me but recommend a cork sealer.

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2 Comments Last Reply: June 5, 2011 By:

By: June 5, 2011

It's possible that the pitting in your cork handle was caused by a small, nibbling critter. Cork and leather items (like boots) can attract them, and the best way to avoid this is to keep these items inside your tent.

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By: February 7, 2011

Can you recommend am appropriate cork sealer for these grips?

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Tech Specs:

Usable Range:
29 - 55 in 
Collapsed Length:
29 in 
Shaft:
aluminum 
Grip:
cork (15° corrective angle), foam extension, ergonomic 
Tip:
Tech Tips (interchangeable carbide and rubber) 
Locking Mechanism:
Double FlickLock 
Included Baskets:
yes, low-profile, interchangeable, powder 
Weight:
(pair) 1 lb 2 oz 
Recommended Use:
backpacking, hiking 
Manufacturer Warranty:
1 year 

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