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Trekking Poles - Leki Ultralite
Brand: Leki
Model: Ultralite Ti Ergometric
Size: Regular
Price: $109.95/pair
Purchased At: Leki

Trekking Poles - Leki Ultralite

posted by Elizabeth in Adventure Racing, Adventure Travel, Backpacking, Hiking, Llama Treks, Long Distance Trekking, Mountaineering, Snowshoeing

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Specs

* Shaft - Aluminum
* 15.8 oz per pair
* Grip - Ergometric
* Automatic Comfort Strap
* Anodized Finish
* Performance Baskets included
* Adjusts from 62-150 cm
* Lifetime Warranty Against Shaft Breakage
* SLS Locking System

The Low Down

I am the kind of hiker that believes she can handle her pack for as many miles as it takes, so when I was approached to do review of the Leki Ultralite Ti Ergometric trekking poles I was skeptical. “Won’t these poles just get in my way,” I thought, but boy was I ever wrong!! This weekend I was able to backpack in Mammoth Cave National Park and these poles were a god-send!!

The poles fit my 5’0 frame great and my height always gives me a challenge with gear. If you have a short person in your life—check out these poles

At the beginning of our trek the Leki poles were very easy to adjust. Both upper and lower sections adjusted to 130 cm long and all I had to do was twist it to tighten and loosen them.

The ergonomic hand grips were so comfortable and I loved the adjustable wrist straps which kept my hands snuggly fitted to the grips. My only issue with the grips was by the end of the hike I needed to adjust my hands in order to avoid a blister between my thumb and first finger. It was not a problem as long as I placed my thumb on top of the handle.

The Ultralite poles live up to their name since they are SUPER light. I picked up my partner’s poles and I was very pleased to be testing my pair! The feather light poles make a big difference by the end of the day.

And speaking of the end of our day, the heavens opened and a flood descended upon us! I have never squeezed so much water out of my quick dry shirt in my life. The Leki Ultralie Ti Ergometric poles were essential in helping me to NOT break a leg; Because of the poles, I was able to keep up my pace as a gully of muddy rain water, 5 inches deep in places, rushed at my boots. The poles gave the extra energy, security, and edge I needed to finish our backpacking-drowning trip

I give the Leki Ultralite Ti Ergometric poles an A+ –perfect for a small framed women!