Telescopic Pole Manufacturers

[str33t]

I'm thinking about buying telescopic poles, because I got a backpack with me most of the time anyway, from time to time it would really be convenient to have a pair with me.

Now I would like to know if anyone of you has some experience with this stuff and can perhaps tell me some names of good Manufacturers.

I mean for a telescopic pole its clear that it has to be a product of good quality. Im not interested in spening dollars for some telescopic aluminumpipes breaking down when I use them the first time.

[jjue]

I have used telescopic poles for many years and my favorite for skiboarding is this pair black diamond. It collapses really small and is stowed easily on a side pocket on my pack , the three section pole can extend way long or be adjusted for any height, the patented flick lock mechanism to lock the sections is much better than the twist mechanism of other telescopic poles and will not collapse or yet untwisted. the aluminum is sturdy . I use these for backcountry riding and carry them on my pack at the resort . they have detachable baskets and can be used with a smaller basket for summer hiking as well ..
http://www.backcountry.com/store/BLD0881/Black-Diamond-Trail-Trekking-Poles-1-Pair.html

[str33t]

looks nice. they only weigh about 1lb.
but how much can they take? I mean if you are skating in lets say flat ground with 5 inches of powder and you are putting some weight on them...

Theyre declared as trecking poles so I'm not sure about that.
I know normal poles for skiing but I never had a telescopic pole in my hands, so I really dont know much about that...

[Grodz]

I agree with jjue; the Black Diamond poles are very good. I've been using them for many years, and they are my universal pole (for alpine skiing, backcountry/nordic skiing, hiking, etc).

I purchased the Syncro poles last year, and I feel these are the best that Black Diamond offers. The elliptical shafts are stiffer than standard round shafts (allowing a stronger push-off). I also prefer the binary lock for the lower shaft, which provides a very strong connection. An adjustable lower shaft is generally not required; I can get 105 to 140 cm length by adjusting the upper shaft alone. I measure 173cm, and I use 125cm for alpine skiing (parallel forearm with bent elbow), and 140 cm for backcountry skiing (shoulder height). The flicklocks for the upper shaft are stronger than twist locks, and less vulnerable to loosening in sand, ice, wear, etc.

I also have the Contour poles, but I personally prefer the straighter grip of the Syncro, having been accustomed to straighter grips (which are more like those of alpine ski poles). My son uses the Contours, and he likes their bent grips (which are more similar to cross-country ski poles).

You also can get a wide variety of baskets available (powder, 3/4 for climbing in hard snow, or small for hiking or groomed slopes), as well as medium or long tips for hard or deep snow.

If you want one pole for multiple uses, I highly recommend the Black Diamonds.

[wjeong]

I use SWIX two piece telescoping poles. They are too long to fit in a pack, but they were cheap. I've had them for years and they have withstood the same abuse I would have given to regular ski poles. They are made of aluminum and quite light. I use them on the flats and in lift lines. Otherwise, I just hold the two in one hand when I'm skiboarding.

Wendell

[Bill]

I'm thinking about buying telescopic poles, because I got a backpack with me most of the time anyway, from time to time it would really be convenient to have a pair with me.
Now I would like to know if anyone of you has some experience with this stuff and can perhaps tell me some names of good Manufacturers.
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str:

Like Jack and Grodz, I've had good luck with the Black Diamond 3-pc., although to be honest I don't like poles and don't use them much, once in a while in a long icy lift line or a bad flat. They're the shortest ones, collapsed, that I could find anywhere.

I don't mess with a backpack but rigged up a quiver to carry them on my belt, it's handy. The idea came from arrow quivers complete with a tip sheath to keep from getting gored in a tumble.

Bill

http://img143.imageshack.us/img143/356/polescabbardpg4.jpg

[t21]

i have one of those cheap $40 bucks for both telescopic poles(twist kind) and the bottom side jammed on me:mad:. i can only use the middle part,so when i have to shorten them to fit my backpack it's sticking out more cuz i can't adjust the bottom section. i think i'm getting the black diamond kind,its pricey but i guess it's worth it.

[str33t]

well, you guys really are comvincing me.

really nice idea bill!


well I dont like poles as well, but for certain ski areas where I go, I cuaght me already several times thinking "damn it would be way easier here if I had poles".
Because skating is ok for shorter distances, lets say 100m, but if you have to skate in one day 2km altogether you are more tired than necessairy.

thanks for your replays guys