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jeremy p.
– jonesboro IL
3/3/2013
Likes: nice good fit
Dislikes: nothing
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– Cave Creek AZ
2/13/2013
Likes: I prefer the larger surface area these give to the tiny carbides.
Dislikes: Durability is unknown at this point, seen some wear after only a few miles, but that might slow down after the initial roughening up.
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Ling Y.
– Malden MA
11/26/2012
Likes: nice and strong protector
Dislikes: nothing
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Anonymous Backcountry Edge Customer
11/23/2012
Likes: These tips are well worth the purchase for anyone hiking on rugged, rocky terrain. They seem to be holding up well so far.
Dislikes: no cons
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RANDY A.
– ONALASKA WI
9/28/2012
Likes: The tip protectors are very easy to put on and take off. I haven't had them long enough to comment on their durability but if they are made as well as the poles I'm sure I will be pleased.
Dislikes: Nothing.
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Anonymous Backcountry Edge Customer
8/13/2012
Likes: I use these all the time...on the trail and when I want to do "Nordic walking" on pavement. It fits well with the "leave no trace" concept as they are non-marking and some parks forbid the metal tips. I found no difference in grip for "normal" hiking with the tips on vs. off. Actually, they work quite well when you have a lot of slippery and loose rocks to contend with. Obviously, the only exception to this rule is going to be in winter snow.
Dislikes: The instructions indicated to twist off the metal tips first. This doesn't seem to be accurate as they fit perfectly on the flex tips. If you look inside the rubber tips there's even a space for the points to slide in. I can't imagine you'd want to remove your flex tips anyway in the event you really do want the metal tips for some rugged terrain. You'd be switch them constantly rather than just popping the rubber tips on and off.
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Anonymous Backcountry Edge Customer
7/24/2012
Likes: Secure fit, and a good choice to use on flat surfaces. Also provide protection when storing.
Dislikes: Nothing
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Wendy C.
– Tampa FL
7/16/2012
Likes: Great to have on hard surfaces. Easy on, easy off. Get these if they aren't included in your purchase.
Dislikes: Black Diamond should include these in every set of poles.
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Philip S.
– Monrovia MD
2/20/2012
Likes: I consider these tips as a necessary addition to my Black Diamond Trekking poles. They offer added traction and stability on almost all hard surfaces. They're always on my poles! Easy to put on -- easy to remove.
Dislikes: Nothing
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Bruce S.
– Jacksonville FL
2/1/2012
Likes: The tip protectors fit well and are easy to use.
Dislikes: The rubber is not as hard or durable as those made by Leki, but Leki tips are twice as expensive.
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Anonymous Backcountry Edge Customer
2/1/2012
Likes: Look so sturdy.
Dislikes: N/A
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Sandra H.
– Georgetown TX
1/2/2012
Likes: great fit
Dislikes: nothing
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Ira Joe D.
– Tyrone GA
11/12/2011
Likes: Fits well. Wears well. Provides better grip on uneven terrain.
Dislikes: Nothing
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Jim R.
– Rockford IL
10/29/2011
Likes: The tips stayed on and din not show any appreciable wear after four days of hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Dislikes: Nothing
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Ashley R.
– Brooklyn Park MN
10/10/2011
Likes: It was very easy to install and very secure. I liked that it saves walkways and trails while still giving good grip and traction.
Dislikes: No cons.
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Robert G.
– San Diego CA
2/4/2011
Likes: on line
Dislikes: nothing
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Terry L.
– Charlotte NC
9/5/2010
Likes: I love my trekking poles; they've been a real knee saver. Unfortunately the tips on them leave ugly holes and tear up the trails. That was until I found these tip protectors which I use all the time when hiking.
Dislikes: I had to buy them again. It sucks but they wear through eventually. I think I'm averaging a new set about every other year. Oh well, at least they're not very pricy.
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Ashley D.
– Wilmington DE
8/19/2010
Likes: These capped off the Black Diamond Spire trekking poles perfectly. Over 2 weeks of constant action they show very little wear and never needed to be readjusted.
Dislikes: Nothing.
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Christian R. E.
– Chesapeake VA
6/16/2010
Likes: I purchased these tip protectors because I wanted to get in better hiking shape by walking in my immediate neighborhood with full packweight and poles. Most of the walking is on asphalt though and I did not want the abuse the carbide tips on my poles.
The protectors work great. Good traction, soft impact. Some minor wear and tear but so far they are holding up better than I thought they would.
Dislikes: My only criticism is that they did not come with the Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork poles to begin with. Considering the price of poles in general, it would have been nice if they threw in one pair for free.
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Ken H.
– Weston WI
6/7/2010
Likes: They work as expected. They stay on well, yet come off with a slight twist/pull when needed.
Dislikes: Nothing. I had to buy a couple extra as I seemed to keep losing them.
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Leonard H.
– San Diego CA
3/7/2010
Likes: Does the job, I don't poke the eyes out of others I'm hiking with.
Dislikes: N/A
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Mark T.
– Waipahu HI
7/14/2009
Likes: Have yet to use the for walking on sidewalks, but they are easy to put on and take off.
Dislikes: Nothing!
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Anonymous Backcountry Edge Customer
7/7/2009
Likes: These little rubber deals sure make a difference on hard surfaces. They take some of the shock out and add a nice grip.
Dislikes: They did wear a little faster than I expected. TIP: when using them over a long time on roads, turn them so the wear evenly.
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James H.
– Tijeras NM
6/26/2009
Likes: Good tips, easy to replace price was good
Dislikes: nothing
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Kara E.
– Kansas City KS
6/25/2009
Likes: They are excellent to use when packing your poles for travel and also to cover the tips so you can attach your poles to the outside of your back pack so you don't injure yourself or anyone else.
Dislikes: no complaints
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Elizabeth M.
– Camp Hill PA
5/26/2009
Likes: Great for rocky terrain - keeps the poles from slipping, keeps them quiet, and protects them.
Dislikes: Would be nice if there was a way to attach them to the poles when not in use.
