Backcountry Edge

Ideal for ounce-counting thru-hikers, adventure racers, ultra-marathoners or any outdoor enthusiast looking for streamlined performance, Black Diamond Ultra Distance fixed length Z-poles are incredibly lightweight and collapsible.

Weighing just 8 ounces and collapsing down to 23", the Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Solo is an ultra-lightweight staff. The Alpine Carbon Solo offers versatility for use as a trekking pole or a tent pole for a lightweight tarp.

Weighing less than 14 ounces per pair, Komperdell C3 Carbon Powerlock poles are among the lightest trekking poles on the market. These carbon-fiber, three-section poles also feature easy-to-use external locking mechanisms.

Komperdell C3 Carbon Powerlock Compact poles are among the lightest (12.3 oz/pair) trekking poles on the market. Designed for women or men with smaller hands, these carbon-fiber poles are lighter, shorter and equipped with a slimmer grip.

Incorporating easy-to-adjust external locking mechanisms, extended length grips and hybrid lightweight carbon and aluminum construction, LEKI Carbon Ti poles are ideal for thru-hikers and ounce-counting backpackers and snowshoers.

Weighing a mere 12 ounces per pair, Komperdell C2 Carbon Powerlock Women’s poles are among the lightest trekking/snowshoeing poles on the market. These carbon-fiber, two-section poles also feature easy-to-use external locking mechanisms and extended length grips.

Komperdell C7 Titanal Carbon Women’s poles are well-suited for alpine use, snowshoeing or year-round hiking. A hybrid aluminum and carbon design provides these two-section poles with a balance of durability and lightweight construction.

Weighing less than 14 ounces per pair, Komperdell C2 Carbon Powerlock poles are among the lightest trekking/snowshoeing poles on the market. These carbon-fiber, two-section poles also feature easy-to-use external locking mechanisms and extended length grips.

Employing a lightweight and collapsible design, Komperdell Carbon Approach Vario 3 poles are built for backcountry and high-peak demands. A hybrid carbon and aluminum design provides reliability at a lower-than-average weight.

Komperdell C7 Titanal Carbon poles are well-suited for alpine use, snowshoeing or year-round hiking. A hybrid aluminum and carbon design provides these two-section poles with a balance of durability and lightweight construction.

Employing a lightweight and collapsible design, Komperdell Carbon Approach Vario 4 poles are built for backcountry and high-peak demands. A hybrid carbon and aluminum design provides reliability at a lower-than-average weight.

With extended length natural cork grips, innovative locking mechanisms, and three adjustable carbon fiber shaft sections, Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork trekking poles offer lightweight performance for all-weather adventure.

Employing an ultra-lightweight and extremely collapsible design, Komperdell Carbon Expedition Vario 4 poles are built for backcountry and high-peak demands. A hybrid carbon and aluminum design provides reliability at a lower-than-average weight.

Komperdell C3 Carbon Airshock Compact trekking poles feature ultra-light carbon construction and a pneumatic shock-absorption system. This model features a slimmer grip that is more comfortable for women or men with smaller hands.