Distance Carbon Z Trekking Poles
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Why We Like The Distance Carbon Z Trekking Poles
Stripped down to the bare essentials, the Distance Carbon Z Trekking Poles are our top pick for trail running and ultralight backpacking thanks to their featherweight design. The collapsible shaft lets you pack the poles down into your pack or vest when the terrain opens up and its time to lock in that PR.
Details
- Lightest-in-class trekking poles for speed hiking and ultra runners
- Foam grips and straps are easy to grip even when damp
- Included carbide and rubber tips let you adapt to the terrain
- Carbon shaft keeps weight to a minimum yet remains durable
- Standard baskets work well in dry environments (snow basket sold separately)
- Item #BLDZ9IJ
- Shaft
- carbon
- Length
- 100cm, 110cm, 120cm, 130cm
- Collapsed Length
- [100cm] 13in, [110cm] 14in, [120cm] 16in, [130cm] 17in
- Grip
- EVA foam
- Strap
- foam
- Tip
- carbide and rubber included
- Baskets
- standard
- Claimed Weight
- [100cm] 9.6oz, [110cm] 10oz, [120cm] 10.5oz, [130cm] 11.1oz
- Activity
- trail running, hiking, backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 98 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageSeptember 18, 2024
Great poles
I originally bought these for walking steep uphill segments, but lately I have been rehabbing a rolled ankle and using them for running as well. These poles are awesome, they weigh nothing and feel sturdy. Folding and unfolding them is easy, I appreciate the larger release button compared to the previous version. I have two minor suggestions: 1) the straps are excellent, but every now and then I use them without the straps. In this situation, I wish the little shelf where your pinky rests were bigger. With sweaty hands it is hard to stay on the grip. 2) i appreciate the option of the rubber tips, i prefer these in most situations except ice. but I can't seem to unscrew the metal tips.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
September 16, 2024
Light trekking poles. Excellent
Poles are great for long trail hike and solid snow and dirt off trail. Do not use in deep snow. I broke my last pair in that way. Not for skiings or snowshoeing.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
September 9, 2024
Greatest Trekking Poles for Ultra Marathons!
I successfully used the Carbon Z poles to set many personal records within my last year of ultra marathon racing. The materials and durability is unmatched. Such a great team behind the design as well.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
September 3, 2024
Love 'em
Great poles. They are very well designed, yet simple and straightforward making them easy to use. Very efficient breakdown and setup, easy to stow on my vest. Super light, strong. Makes a huge difference for the long trail runs I've used them on - mainly ascending. Would highly recommend.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
September 2, 2024
Light as feathers but mighty strong
This poles are awesome, they are so light you can forget you even have them with you. Easy to deploy and secure in place. The tip is very functional for trail running and grips feel good so far.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
August 29, 2024
light and great but have broken two during races now
i love them but not super tough. i’ve broken two so far.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
August 25, 2024
Light as a feather
Love these poles! So light and easy to store in even a small day pack.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
August 20, 2024
Light but locking mechanisms broke over time
The poles are very light and ergonomic. They were great for hiking and I liked them a lot. However, over time dirt seemed to get into the locking mechanisms on top of the pole, which made locking and unlocking increasingly harder. Now (after 2-3 years and somewhere between 500-1000km) I can no longer lock one of the pole. There is no way how you can really clean the pole and locking mechanisms because the stick cannot be disassembled. So you basically get a pole for which the locking mechanisms will IMO fail sooner or later. I would expect something different for this price.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
August 18, 2024
Exactly what I needed
Strong. Lightweight. Sleek. Great purchase. Just buy them.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
August 12, 2024
Gold Standard Trail Running Poles
Easy to snap out, easy to fold and store in a quiver. Adjustable wrist straps that hold position. Comfortable grips. Super light. Not a single complaint about these poles, or Black Diamond service and support. There are higher end poles out there but these cannot be beat for the price. These are not length adjustable but the grips are long enough to choke down a little if you need to on extended climbs. I find the 125cm perfect for me at 5'10" and decent stack trail shoes.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
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