Trekking Poles

Ultralight to help you go the distance, these poles were designed for runners who need a bit of extra support and stability on rugged mountain terrain. They're practically weightless in your hand and feature a comfortable foam Distance Grip, so you'll all but forget you have them with you until it's time for a steep climb or tricky descent.

With the Black Diamond Trail Trekking Poles gripped firmly in hand, you can hit any trail or skin track without hearing about it later from your knees. The newly updated foam grip adds a bit of insulation to keep your hand warm on chilly days, with an elongated design that comes in handy on steep terrain. FlickLocks lets you adjust your poles with ease for fuss-free transport, and you can switch out the tips and baskets, depending on the terrain you're trekking or the sport you're tackling.

The Black Diamond Trail Pro Shock Trekking Poles are lightweight and shock-absorbing, the perfect companion for long, rocky trails. Control Shock Technology absorbs impacts on the ground so your final mile feels as good as the first, and its controlled rebound prevents the pole from bouncing back too much, as some poles are prone to do. The foam grip provides a bit of insulation to keep your hand warm during chilly hikes, and the padded webbing strap makes each pole specific to your left and right hands for easy access and extra comfort. The aluminum shaft is both durable and lightweight, and FlickLock Pro lets you collapse and deploy the length with ease for fuss-free transport through the …

Rolling trails and summit grabs are conquered in greater comfort with the Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles in hand. We find our perfect length with the adjustable shaft, while the flex carbide tip delivers stabilizing traction on any terrain. As we collect miles, the ergonomic grip and soft wrist strap help fight off fatigue, and the grip's extension gives us added security on steep climbs and sketchy traverses.

Rolling trails and summit grabs are conquered in greater comfort with the Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles in hand. We find our perfect length with the adjustable shaft, while the flex carbide tip delivers stabilizing traction on any terrain. As we collect miles, the ergonomic grip and soft wrist strap help fight off fatigue, and the grip's extension gives us added security on steep climbs and sketchy traverses.

Rolling trails and summit grabs are conquered in greater comfort with the Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles in hand. We find our perfect length with the adjustable shaft, while the flex carbide tip delivers stabilizing traction on any terrain. As we collect miles, the ergonomic grip and soft wrist strap help fight off fatigue, and the grip's extension gives us added security on steep climbs and sketchy traverses.

For a little assistance on the ups and down of our next ultra, we hit the course with the Black Diamond Pursuit FLZ Trekking Poles in hand. With an adjustable shaft and interchangeable baskets and tips, this pair lets us stride with a customized setup. The aluminum construction holds strong through heavy use yet still feels light to combat fatigue, while the cork grip manages moisture, and its foam extension gives us added security on steeper climbs. Just a single pull will lock the pole into place, while the single push of a button will collapsed it back down, letting us keep pace as we make our way to the next aid station.

To extend comfort on our thru-hike, we collect miles with the Black Diamond Pursuit Shock Trekking Poles in hand. The adjustable aluminum shaft gives us a perfect fit and can take a beating, while the ergonomic grip and integrated shock system help fight off fatigue along rolling, technical terrain.

To extend comfort on our thru-hike, we collect miles with the Black Diamond Pursuit Shock Trekking Poles in hand. The adjustable aluminum shaft gives us a perfect fit and can take a beating, while the ergonomic grip and integrated shock system help fight off fatigue along rolling, technical terrain.

To extend comfort on our thru-hike, we collect miles with the Black Diamond Pursuit Shock Trekking Poles in hand. The adjustable aluminum shaft gives us a perfect fit and can take a beating, while the ergonomic grip and integrated shock system help fight off fatigue along rolling, technical terrain.

To extend comfort on our thru-hike, we collect miles with the Black Diamond Pursuit Shock Trekking Poles in hand. The adjustable aluminum shaft gives us a perfect fit and can take a beating, while the ergonomic grip and integrated shock system help fight off fatigue along rolling, technical terrain.

Do you feel the need—the need for speed? Poles don't get much lighter than the Leki Vertical K Trekking Poles. Made for trail running, the Vertical features a no-frills, one-piece carbon construction and natural cork handle to cut extraneous ounces, so we can fly down the trail without the added weight. Weighing only 4 ounces and change, this pole is made for those of us who like to go as fast—and as light—as possible.

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.

Do you feel the need—the need for speed? Poles don't get much lighter than the Leki Vertical K Trekking Poles. Made for trail running, the Vertical features a no-frills, one-piece carbon construction and natural cork handle to cut extraneous ounces, so we can fly down the trail without the added weight. Weighing only 4 ounces and change, this pole is made for those of us who like to go as fast—and as light—as possible.

Do you feel the need—the need for speed? Poles don't get much lighter than the Leki Vertical K Trekking Poles. Made for trail running, the Vertical features a no-frills, one-piece carbon construction and natural cork handle to cut extraneous ounces, so we can fly down the trail without the added weight. Weighing only 4 ounces and change, this pole is made for those of us who like to go as fast—and as light—as possible.

Built for four-season performance, Leki's Sherpa FX 1 Carbon Trekking Poles can pull off hiking, trekking, mountaineering, and ski touring. The pole balances lightweight carbon construction with an aluminum base for better stability and durability on demanding terrain. This fixed-length pole features 4-piece construction to pack down small and an ergonomic Aergon Air grip with an angled wrist support and security strap, shifting pressure from our wrists to our core muscles to support our body weight on steep ascents and descents. The Sherpa comes with a Flex Tip for trekking and is compatible with Big Mountain Binding Baskets (not included) for use in snow.

Built for four-season performance, Leki's Sherpa FX 1 Carbon Trekking Poles can pull off hiking, trekking, mountaineering, and ski touring. The pole balances lightweight carbon construction with an aluminum base for better stability and durability on demanding terrain. This fixed-length pole features 4-piece construction to pack down small and an ergonomic Aergon Air grip with an angled wrist support and security strap, shifting pressure from our wrists to our core muscles to support our body weight on steep ascents and descents. The Sherpa comes with a Flex Tip for trekking and is compatible with Big Mountain Binding Baskets (not included) for use in snow.