Gear Review
Black Diamond Spire Contour Trekking Pole
Glad I used them
By ryesteve
Ranked #67 - Snowshoes
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 Contour Trekking Pole
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Tech Specs:
- Shaft Material:
- Aluminum
- Grip Material:
- Dual-density rubber and foam
- Tip Material:
- Carbide
- Collapsed Size:
- [Standard] 27in (68.5cm), [Compact] 25in (64cm)
- Usable Range:
- [Standard] 41-55in (105-140cm); [Compact] 37-49in (94-125cm)
- Locking Mechanism:
- FlickLock top, Binary bottom
- Shock Absorber:
- No
- Replaceable Baskets:
- Yes
- Replaceable Tips:
- Yes
- Protective Rubber Tips:
- Available separately
- Number of Baskets:
- 1 Pair
- Weight:
- [Standard] 1lb 4oz (572g); [compact] 1lb 3oz (536g)
- Recommended Use:
- Hiking, backpacking
- Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- China
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