Gear Review
Black Diamond Carbon Fiber Ski Poles
Pricey, but very nice
By Jonathan S. Shefftz
Ranked #359 - Telemark Skiing
July 16, 2003
Flicklock mechanism works perfectly, once you tighten it up sufficiently. Nice design for the pole baskets too. Carbon lower shaft makes for excellent swing weight, though somewhat flexible unlike some carbon poles (although this also absorbs shock). Had some problems with the pole tips starting to bend (probably a result of a sticky Diamir heel lock one spring, which I eventually fixed), but so far haven’t broken. One of the few probe poles that really could make a decent avy probe, though I always carry a dedicated sectional probe too.
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Tech Specs:
- Shaft Material:
- 7075 aluminum, carbon fiber
- Grip Material:
- Dual Density Rubber
- Tip Material:
- Carbide
- Extendable Range:
- 100-125, 115-140
- Replaceable Baskets:
- Yes
- Number of Baskets:
- 1 pair
- Probe:
- No
- Probe length:
- N/A
- Breakaway Straps:
- No
- Recommended use:
- Resort or Backcountry Skiing
- Weight:
- 1lb 1oz
- Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- China
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