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Black Diamond Adjustable Probe Ski Pole

Black Diamond Adjustable Probe Ski Pole description

The FlickLock Adjustable Probe Poles are Black Diamond's most popular model. The lower shafts mate to form a seamless probe for backcountry use. The probes are color-coded so the right pair can be found at a glance, perfect for group situations. Made of super strong 7075 aluminum and light, stiff carbon fiber, the FlickLock Adjustable Probe Poles adjust easily and weigh in at a svelte 635 g (1 lb 6.4 oz) per pair with baskets.

Bottom Line: Hope for the best, prepare for the worst.

Poles seem well balanced and pretty much do what a pole is supposed to do. Good sized baskets to aid in getting up the hill. Only thing you might consider is if you want a pole that adjusts small (ex. strapping them to pack while on the sled), these are still a bit long when fully collapsed.

For the price, I don't think you could go wrong. Seem to be pretty strong and well balanced. My only complaint is that I thought they might "collapse" to a shorter pole (found them a little long when they are strapped to my backpack while snowmobiling).