Trekking Pole Videos

How to Set Up and Adjust Black Diamond Trail Pro Series Trekking Poles

Gear Specialist Becky walks through how to engage the SmashLock and adjust the FlickLock Pro locking mechanisms on Black Diamond Trail Pro series trekking poles.

How to Maintain Speed Locks on LEKI Trekking Poles

Gear Specialist Luke demonstrates how to adjust the tension of the Speed Lock mechanism on LEKI trekking poles.

How to Set Up Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Z Trekking Poles

Gear Specialist Steven “Leon” demonstrates how to set up and collapse the Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Z trekking poles.

How to Set Up and Adjust Black Diamond Distance FLZ Trekking Poles

Gear Specialist Becky demonstrates how to set up and adjust Black Diamond Distance FLZ trekking poles, as well as change the carbide and rubber Tech Tips included with the poles.

Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking Poles

MSR DynaLock Explore Trekking Poles

MSR DynaLock Explore Poles combine lightweight, durable aluminum construction, built-in adjustability, and versatile features to provide hikers, backpackers, and snowshoers with year-round performance.

MSR DynaLock Ascent Carbon Trekking Poles

With ultra-lightweight Kevlar-reinforced carbon construction, compact “foldable” design, and built-in adjustability, MSR DynaLock Ascent Carbon Poles are ideal for year-round hiking, snowshoeing, and alpine pursuits.

Black Diamond Trekking Pole Tip Protectors

Designed to press-fit over the end of standard, telescoping Black Diamond trekking poles, Trekking Pole Tip Protectors can be used to provide improved grip on rock or hard-packed trails or for use indoors or on improved surfaces.

LEKI: Enjoy the Craft

When LEKI extended an invite for us to visit their factory in the Czech Republic and their offices in Kircheim unter Teck in Germany, we jumped at the opportunity. Gear Specialist Steven “Leon” Lutz was even given the chance to actually “build” a pair of Corklite DSS trekking poles.

How to Set Up Black Diamond Distance Z Trekking Poles

Gear Specialist Becky demonstrates how to set up and break down Black Diamond Distance Z trekking poles, as well as change the carbide and rubber Tech Tips included with the poles.

How to Set Up Black Diamond Distance Plus FLZ Trekking Poles

Gear Specialist Becky demonstrates how to set up, adjust, and break down Black Diamond Distance Plus FLZ trekking poles, as well as change the carbide and rubber Tech Tips included with the poles.

How to Set Up Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Trekking Poles

Gear Specialist Becky demonstrates how to set up and break down Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z trekking poles, as well as change the carbide and rubber Tech Tips included with the poles.

How to Use the LEKI Trigger Shark Active Trekking Pole Straps

Gear Specialist Steven “Leon” walks through how to adjust, connect, and disconnect the LEKI Trigger Shark Active straps available on select LEKI trekking poles.

How to Set Up the LEKI Micro Trail Pro Trekking Poles

Gear Specialist Steven “Leon” demonstrates how to set up and collapse the LEKI Micro Trail Pro trekking poles.

Swix Star Trail Trekking Poles

Designed specifically for trail runners but sure to appeal to fast packers too, Swix Star Trail poles fold down small and weigh just 12 ounces per pair (120 cm length). They feature Swix’s “Just Click” connection system for maximum efficiency and wrist support.

How to Adjust the LEKI Carbon Ti Locking Mechanism

Gear Specialist Luke explains how to easily adjust the external locking mechanisms on the LEKI Carbon Ti Trekking Poles.

LEKI 14mm ELS Expander

LEKI’s 14mm ELS/SLS Expanders replace worn out or broken expanders. These nylon split dowels install easily and allow the lower sections of LEKI Ultralite trekking poles to lock into place when twisted clockwise.

LEKI 18mm Standard Expander

LEKI’s 18mm Standard Expanders replace worn out or broken expanders. The nylon split dowels install easily and allow the upper sections of your LEKI trekking poles to lock into place when twisted clockwise.

How to Set Up LEKI Micro Vario Trekking Poles

How to Set Up LEKI Micro Vario Carbon Max Trekking Poles

With the ability to collapse down small and expand in a flash, the Leki Micro Vario style trekking poles share a unique design and construction that makes them easy to use and maintain. Gear Specialist Luke demonstrates how to set up and care for your poles.

LEKI Trekking Pole Rubber Tip Options

Get to Know Swix

In the 1940s, the Swedish founders of Swix were hard at work inventing and testing waxes to improve the performance of Nordic skis. From those humble origins, the brand expanded its scope and also began producing ski poles. That expertise in building poles translates well to supporting the needs of hikers, backpackers, and trail runners in all seasons and varying conditions. As you’d expect from a brand with such a wealth of backcountry experience, Swix poles feature ergonomic, high-performance grips and are available in a wide variety of fixed length, telescoping, and collapsible styles.

LEKI Trekking Pole Rubber Tip Options

LEKI Snowflake Basket

Convert your LEKI trekking poles for winter use simply by swapping your standard baskets for LEKI Snowflake Baskets. Ideal for cross-country skiing and other snow sports, the baskets keep your poles from sinking deeper into the snow base than needed.

LEKI AERGON Photo Adapter

A must-have for outdoor photographers or videographers, the LEKI AERGON Photo Adapter allows you to take photos using your trekking pole as a stable monopod. It includes a threaded camera mount that allows you to easily fix your camera to the grip.

LEKI Carbide Flextip

Sold in pairs, LEKI Carbide Flextips replace the broken or worn tips on your LEKI trekking poles.

LEKI Rubber Fitness Walking Tip

Fitting over the ends of LEKI trekking poles and other comparable manufacturer’s poles, LEKI Rubber Fitness Walking Tips are specifically designed for fitness or Nordic walking and other aerobic activity taking place indoors or on pavement.

LEKI Rubber Walking Tip

Designed to fit over the ends of LEKI trekking poles and other comparable manufacturer’s poles, LEKI Rubber Walking Tips allow you to use your trekking poles for inline skating, moderate Nordic walking or any other indoor or pavement activity.

LEKI Deep Powder Basket

With a diameter of 4.5 inches and an included longer carbide tip, LEKI’s Deep Powder Baskets provide a broader base, allowing your trekking poles to find purchase in deep snow without sinking any deeper than needed.

LEKI Performance Basket

Replace the broken or worn baskets on your LEKI trekking poles with LEKI Performance Baskets. These baskets help your poles to find purchase in loose sand and mud without sinking any deeper than needed.

LEKI DSS Antishock Technology Explained

LEKI’s Dynamic Suspension System (DSS) reduces the peak impact force from the pole striking the ground by up to 40%, protecting muscles, joints and ligaments. The DSS Antishock system is located right above the carbide tip of the pole, which effectively dampens vibrations for a controlled pole plant with each stride.

Why Use Rubber Tips for Trekking Poles?

Trekking poles are usually built with hard metal or carbide tips at the pole ends, which provide traction on trails, snow and ice. These tips can sustain damage when used on “improved” surfaces, though, and should be covered with rubber tips or “tip protectors” when used often on hard terrain such as pavement. Just as you change your shoes depending on the specific activity you’re pursuing, you should consider your trekking poles’ tips before stepping out with them. In this Expert Advice video, Backcountry Edge Gear Specialist Becky reviews when, where and why to use rubber tips with your trekking poles.

LEKI TourStick Vario Carbon Trekking Poles

Perfect for year-round outdoor adventures, the LEKI TourStick Vario Carbon offers maximum collapsibility and high-end performance for any and all conditions. Hybrid aluminum and carbon construction balances weight and durability.

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