Best for fast & light tramping & alpine use 530g/pair Features: Formed from thin 7075 aluminium alloy tubes, this three-section pole has Black Diamond’s FlickLock Pro aluminium adjusters as well as the SmashLock mechanism on its lower part. Seamless and wide wrist loops complement a durable one-piece, two-position hand grip. Poles come with trekking-style and […]
About the author
Mark Watson
Wilderness gear editor Mark Watson divides his workdays between graphic design, writing and photography. His passion for tramping, climbing, cycling and storytelling has taken him all over Aotearoa and the world in search of great trails, perfect moves and epic light. He has published four books and his photographs have featured in numerous publications. Especially motivated by long distance travel, he has tramped Te Araroa and cycled from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego.
The 2026 Wilderness Outdoor Photographer of the Year competition
A tale of adventure and tragedy
Mt Peel, Kahurangi National Park
A lofty location for Brass Monkey
Get lost and suffer
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