Black Diamond

Trail Ergo Cork Trekking Poles

Solid!

I had a minor hiccup at the start of my A.T. Hike with this pole’s catch system slipping and I would have to readjust it every couple miles. A friend showed me how to properly tighten this system with my multi-tool and I had no problems after. The cork feels fantastic and is comparable to a suction cup. These poles have saved me a couple time whilst going down on some slippery rocky terrain. My body thanks these trekking poles for saving me from some aches and pains.

Love these

Used these poles on some extreme backcountry hunting trips this last year Over several hunts multiple of my friends poles broke or bent due to the conditions and strain being put on them These poles never had any issues and performed flawlessly

Great for trekking pole tent setup and trail use. They’re a win-win!

I hadn’t used trekking poles until this past year and jumped in with both feet with these. I was mostly interested in using them with a tent that uses trekking poles in lieu of traditional tent poles to lighten the carried load a bit. What I found was the poles also increased stability on the trail, along with less wear and tear while ascending/descending steep grades. It was a win-win. The cork grips are very comfortable and the adjustable pole heights are easily changed. The length markings are a nice touch to quickly ensure both poles are the same length.

Great Trekking Poles

These poles are great for when me and/or my family go hiking and want to have some additional support when going over rough terrain.

Solid trekking poles

Used this on a recent hikes in Ecuador, they performed well and easy to adjust with or without large gloves on. Recommend you purchase separate rubber tip caps. As shipped, the pole tips will shred through any travel bag if you intend to travel internationally with them and don’t want them handing from outside your pack. Snow baskets performed well in deep pack conditions.

Durable

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Height:

5' 9"

Weight:

185

Took this to Patagonia for 6 weeks and did amazing. Hiked of 150 miles with them and never broke or faulted. This are solid for rough terrain.

These poles are lightweight, comfortable, easy to set up and adjust, and have a good locking mechanism. The angled grip is also very comfortable, as are the straps. Overall, these are just great poles. The only complaint that I have is that the cork on the handles isn't the most durable. I would still recommend these poles to all of my friends, but I would just caution everyone that the cork can chip easily.

Perfect Trek Poles

Durable. I have hiked 100 plus miles with these now, and I can confidently say they are the best poles on the market. Advice: spend the money on the cork grips. Cork does wonders for your sweaty hands. Your hands won't slip, and it will keep blisters at bay. Only mild complaint: I have to occasionally re-extend the bottom telescoping section when I rely heavily on them. This is 100% expected when I am really digging in with them or using them hard, so it is barely a complaint.

Great poles, a little on the heavy side.

These poles are definitely heavier than my Z poles but were more appropriate for steeper technical climbs I was doing in Ecuador. For trail hiking I would definitely go with the Z poles.

May be overkill?

I took these on a JMT hike and loved them every day. They are heavier than my other poles and I did notice that occasionally, but the tilted handles are really comfortable and I will use them on other long hikes. Be aware that small mammals eat cork handles if you leave them outside of your tent (happened to me).