Traverse Pro Ski Poles
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Why We Like The Traverse Pro Ski Poles
The Traverse Pro are ski poles designed for long walks in the backcountry and deep powder fill runs but can thrive in the resort as well. The simple adjustability allows you to be comfortable on both the uphill and downhill and special straps have your back during a surprise tumble.
Details
- Ski poles built to be your go-to backcountry companion
- Aluminum shaft handles daily wear and tear of skiing
- SwitchRelease straps are designed to release during falls
- FlickLock Pro mechanisms are quick, easy, and reliable
- Touring grip with soft-touch upper shaft gives you options
- Powder baskets create powerful pole plants in deep snow
- Item #BLDZ9GX
- Shaft
- [upper] 16mm aluminum, [lower] 14mm aluminum
- Length
- 145cm, 155cm
- Adjustable Length
- yes
- Collapsed Length
- [145cm] 37.4in, [155cm] 41.3in
- Locking Mechanism
- FlickLock Pro
- Grip
- touring
- Strap
- SwitchRelease
- Tip
- carbide tech tip
- Baskets
- 4in Powder
- Claimed Weight
- [pair] (145cm) 1lb 3.6oz (556g), (155cm) 1lb 4oz (564g)
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 11 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageFebruary 15, 2023
Excellent ski poles with versatility
I have really enjoyed these poles for skiing. I like being able to quickly adjust to length depending on the type of run I am skiing. Experts would say the correct length for poles for me would be 125 cm. But I shorten the poles to about 117-119 cm for groomers so the poles don't drag as well as it forces me to bend my knees more. Then I can quickly lengthen the poles to 128-130 cm for steep narrow chutes that require pole plants for effective jump turns. These poles are light weight, sturdy, and versatile. Great product at a reasonable price.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 20, 2023
Perfect for my needs
I was looking for replacement to my 15 y/o 3 section adjustable poles. I debated a fair amount about 2 vs 3 section poles and whether I wanted/needed a whippet ready pole. Decided on the Traverse Pro as I use them primarily for ski patrol duties. After a few weeks of use, the poles work as expected. Easy to adjust with the Flicklock which stays put once set. The SwitchRelease released once - when I was using skis and poles to mark the scene of an incident. Minor opportunity is that the webbing of the hand straps “feels” like low quality material. Obviously it does not hamper function. I am 5’10” and purchased the 145 length pole.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 4, 2023
Disappointed
I am disappointed with these poles, as well how the company handled my situation. The lower shaft of one of my poles fell out one day while skiing inbounds. I did not feel like I was doing anything extreme - I believe my gear failed me. When I took my pole into a storefront, they just told me to buy a replacement part. Not only this, but the replacement part was sold out. They did not offer me any other solutions and left me without a ski pole for the season. I went on to buy new poles and made sure they were not Black Diamond brand this time around, as I do not believe the customer support and warranty is worth the high price I paid for the product.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 1, 2023
Easy, stable adjustment Basket install
Easy, stable adjustment Basket install tajes a quite a bit of force.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 16, 2022
Just WOW!
Much lighter than my old ones, looks so goog, and so good quality!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 15, 2022
Great gift!
My boyfriend broke an old ski pole at a SkiMo race and I wanted to replace it with something he could use on and off pist. This is great because I’d the adjustability and works well for his height (6’4”).
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 13, 2022
Not for powder
I've used these for three seasons in the south San Juans touring and in-bounds, and the flick lock mechanism has been a royal pain. As soon as the conditions get knee-deep or more, the flicklock mechanism undoes itself from the powder drag and you lose half of your pole. For two seasons it's been a constant issue. Usually I managed to feel it coming off and catch it, or have to stop and hike up to find it. Today in waist-deep conditions it happened again, and finally disappeared. This was after I tightened the flicklock mechanism (which takes the teeniest allen key). Kind of a bummer because they work well otherwise, but as soon as you're skiing powder it loves to come undone if it drags in snow. If you stay on-piste or don't ski powder, they will work fine. I do enjoy the breakaway straps for peace of mind.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
November 24, 2022
Just right.
These are pretty light and durable. Handles feels good in the hand and straps are easy to get on and off. Great for on piste and off. Also can even get away with them Nordic skiing.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
October 3, 2022
Get the job done !
Second paire! (I played too hard with the first one... my fault!) Same great product!!! Just what you need to get the job done, no extras... Solid & Simple, equipment just what we love!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
September 12, 2022
Amazing
The quality, functionality and simplicity of these new versions are amazing I had a pair of traverse poles that were easily 20 years old and worked flawlessly! I finally wasn’t able to bend the lower section back after a crash to the point that it busted and unable to find parts I decided on this pair. They seem just as durable as the original. Hope these last just as long
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
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