Moosejaw Staff Pick
"If you are going to go ultra light and cover a lot of ground fast, you need a pair a poles that can keep up. The Black Diamond Ultra Distance Trekking Poles can do just that if not make you faster. The entire Ultra Distance line is solid, but these are the best by far. They are the lightest I have ever used, and I can get them to extend the full length with one hand, which can make you look BA on the trail. Because there are no flick locks or twist locks to adjust, there is practically no field maintenance and as long as you get the size you need, they will always be the right height."
Jeff - Moosejaw Secret Headquarters

Award Winner - Backpacker Magazine Editors' Choice Award 2011

The Black Diamond Ultra Distance Trekking Pole is their lightest Z-Pole, and the ultimate in lightweight, folding pole technology. These Black Diamond trekking poles are optimized specifically for thru-hikers, endurance runners and fast-packers. The Ultra Distance pole features a 100% carbon fiber shaft, a 3-section foldable shaft with speed cone deployment, and non-slip foam mini-grip extension.

DECENT FEATURES of the Black Diamond Ultra Distance Trekking Pole - Pair

• Lightweight EVA foam grip and breathable, moisture-wicking strap
• Non-slip foam mini-grip extension
• 3-section foldable shaft with speed cone deployment
• 100% carbon fiber shafts
• Interchangeable, non-scarring rubber Tech Tips, carbide Tech Tips and stow bag
• Stopper basket with shaft catcher to secure folded sections

The SPECS for 39" / 100 cm

• Weight: Per Pair: 9.2 oz / 260 g
• Usable Length: 39" / 100 cm
• Collapsed Length: 13.2" / 33.5 cm

• Weight: Per Pair: 9.3 oz / 265 g
• Usable Length: 43" / 110 cm
• Collapsed Length: 14.4" / 36.5 cm

• Weight: Per Pair: 9.5 oz / 270 g
• Usable Length: 47" / 120 cm
• Collapsed Length: 15.7" / 40 cm

• Weight: Per Pair: 9.7 oz / 275 g
• Usable Length: 51" / 130 cm
• Collapsed Length: 17.1" / 43.5 cm