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Dynalock Explore Poles

4.46875 out of 5 stars
32 Reviews
$119.95

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Dynalock Explore Poles

Designed for long-distance treks into the backcountry, the Dynalock Explore Poles are packable, comfortable, versatile, and reliable. Their aluminum construction is strong and relatively lightweight, while the 3-section construction means they collapse to a short length when you need to stash them away. They come with a set of both winter and summer baskets, so you can use them snowshoeing or mountaineering, but they'll work well for ski tours, too. The extended EVA foam grip offers all day comfort however you decide to use them.


Details

  • Explore new terrain with this adjustable, versatile trekking pole
  • Aluminum construction provides reliable strength in tricky terrain
  • Rock-solid adjustable points are secure with tool-free tensioning
  • Extended foam grip handle comes in handy for sidehilling steeps
  • Item #CAS00E1
Shaft
7075 aluminum
Adjustable Length
100-140cm
Collapsed Length
63.8cm
Locking Mechanism
Dynalock
Grip
extended EVA foam
Strap
touring
Baskets
winter, summer
Claimed Weight
1lb 4oz
Manufacturer Warranty
limited 3 years

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Overall Rating

4.5 based on 32 ratings

Review Summary

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3 out of 5 stars

November 7, 2024

I have been very happy

I have been very happy with these poles. I bought these to use with a trekking pole tent for backpacking trips(and they work great). I like how the locking mechanism can tighten as I have had to correct the poles when they were too loose while hiking. I am 6’4” and I am very happy with how these poles can adjust for my size both going uphill and downhill.

Bradley J.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

5 out of 5 stars

November 7, 2024

Best snowshoe poles on the

Best snowshoe poles on the market and I've used many others!

Trever S.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

4 out of 5 stars

November 7, 2024

Durable and easy to use

I like my walking poles, I went around Mont Blanc with them, they are solid. the downside is that they are a bit long when folded which makes them difficult to bring on public transport and in shops when passing through town.

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Norbert M.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

5 out of 5 stars

November 7, 2024

The only criticism is that

The only criticism is that the baskets released right away and are now history. What a shame… perhaps a better design?

Kim R.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

5 out of 5 stars

September 11, 2024

Nice Poles.

Nice poles at a good price Haven't had any issues. Locks work well and don't slip

John B.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

3 out of 5 stars

February 18, 2024

Grips are a problem, otherwise decent with some tradeoffs

So as expected with collapsable poles, there are compromises. They are a lot more flexible than one-piece ski poles, and obviously more fragile. I haven't broken them yet though, and the adjustable cam levers are a great feature. The worst part is the foam grips. Every time they touch the snow, a thick coating of it sticks to the grips like glue, and then it melts and gets your gloves wet, and the water runs down to the lower part of the foam grip and turns to ice, which is impossible to knock off the foam. Check the maximum length of these poles - might not be long enough for some people to use as ski poles.

Jeff L.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

1 out of 5 stars

August 28, 2023

broken pole

Used on one backpacking trip and one of our poles bent. It needs to be replaced. Have not heard back from MSR customer service yet-been one week. Would help if you had a phone number. Would appreciate help with this issue. Our other backpacking poles lasted 40 years! Please help.

linda
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

4 out of 5 stars

March 6, 2023

Last pair fell short

Love the poles, amazing customer service. Had a pair that broke, customer service was amazing an sent me a new set out at blazing speed. When opened I noticed that after extending them the bottom section of the pole had a small bend. I thought it was my eyes playing tricks on me. Since these were just replaced I haven't the gauld to call them up. Wish I was able to just receive the last section on the dynalock explorer set. Does anyone know if that's even an option?

James
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

4 out of 5 stars

February 27, 2023

A little bit too bulky

A little bit too bulky for storing on backpack. But they are still good and sturdy.

Peter A.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

2 out of 5 stars

January 30, 2023

great poles until they are not

poles were fantastic for exporing the backcountry untill it just broke one day going down the hill, to my horror there is a crack at every single opening above the adjustment clamps. Conclusion, they will break not a question of if it is a question of when. engineering error, stess concentrations... this stuff can happen

Paul T.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

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