Gear Review
Glad I used them
By ryesteve
Ranked #340 - Trekking Poles
December 18, 2007
As a novice hiker, I felt somewhat dorky using trekking poles at first, but the difference is like night and day. With these, I was able to hike for hours, and felt absolutely no fatigue aches in my knees nor back whatsoever.
I was completely happy with my choice of Spires. Absolutely no slippage with the elliptical design and locking mechanism; the wrist straps were very comfortable; and the angle of the handles allow them to swing out naturally, further cutting down on fatigue.
View Details: Black Diamond Spire Elliptic Trekking Pole
Helpful Votes: 1 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Usable Range:
- (standard) 41 x 55 in, (compact) 37 x 49 in
- Collapsed Length:
- (standard) 27 in, (compact) 25 in
- Shaft:
- aluminum
- Grip:
- dual-density rubber and foam
- Tip:
- carbide
- Locking Mechanism:
- flickLock top, binary bottom
- Included Baskets:
- 1 pair
- Weight:
- (standard) 1 lb 4 oz, (compact) 1 lb 3 oz
- Recommended Use:
- hiking, backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
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