Traverse Ski Poles
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Traverse Ski Poles
Desert Sky / 140cm
415 North Lake Boulevard
415 North Lake Boulevard
Tahoe City CA 96145
United States
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- Design Telescoping
- Sections 2-piece
- Adjustment Range 140 cm: 100-140cm 155 cm: 100-155cm
- Material Aluminum
Features
Our classic, daily-driver touring poles with an all-aluminum construction, the Traverse poles have the features and durability needed for day-in/day-out backcountry skiing.
Weekday dawn patrols, all-day couloir missions, and deep days lapping the trees—
the Black Diamond Traverse ski pole is our classic, all-aluminum touring pole for backcountry skiing. With a durable aluminum construction, FlickLock adjustability, and a redesigned grip for improved ergonomics, the Traverse holds up to season after season of abuse.
Technical Specs
| Design | Telescoping |
|---|---|
| Sections | 2-piece |
| Max Length | 150+ cm |
| Adjustment Range | 140 cm: 100-140cm 155 cm: 100-155cm |
| Baskets | 100mm (4in) Powder Baskets |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Collapsed Length | 140 cm: 81cm / 31 in 155 cm: 96cm / 37.8 in |
| Weight | 140 cm: 553g / 1.22lbs 155 cm: 582g / 1.28lbs |
Shipping & Returns
We offer free shipping on orders over $100. Most orders ship within 3 days or less.
Returns are accepted within 10 days of purchase, or within 10 days of receiving your online order. Items must be unused, with original tags attached and in original packaging.
Sale items, climbing and mountaineering gear, avalanche safety equipment, and demo gear are final sale and not eligible for return.
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AI FAQs
AI generated FAQs about the Traverse Ski Poles
Will these poles feel balanced and natural in my hands?
The redesigned touring grip uses dual-density soft-touch rubber for improved ergonomics. You get an ergonomic, soft-touch hand interface built for backcountry skiing.
How do I know if the length is right for my height and skiing style?
FlickLock adjustment sets the 140 cm model from 100–140 cm and the 155 cm model from 100–155 cm. You can tune the two-piece telescoping poles within those ranges for your skiing needs.
Are these poles comfortable to grip for hours on the mountain?
The Traverse uses an ergonomic dual-density soft-touch rubber touring grip. Its touring grip and ladder-lock touring strap give you a dedicated hand setup for long backcountry ski days.
How much do these poles weigh, and will that matter by the end of a long day?
The Traverse weighs 553 g (1.22 lb) at 140 cm and 582 g (1.28 lb) at 155 cm. You can factor that 553–582 g weight range into your kit for all-day backcountry missions.
Can I rely on these poles season after season?
Durable all-aluminum construction and FlickLock adjustability are built to hold up through season after season of use. These are daily-driver touring poles intended for repeated backcountry skiing days.
Do these poles come with different grip or strap options?
The Traverse comes configured with a dual-density soft-touch rubber touring grip and a touring strap with a plastic ladder-lock buckle. This setup gives you an ergonomic grip and an adjustable touring strap for backcountry skiing.
Are the baskets the right size for the terrain I ski?
The poles include 100 mm (4 in) powder baskets. These baskets are suited to the deep-snow backcountry and ski-touring use the Traverse is built for.
Should I choose poles with adjustable length, or are fixed poles better for my needs?
The Traverse uses a two-piece telescoping aluminum design with FlickLock adjustment. You can set its length from 100–140 cm or 100–155 cm, depending on the model, rather than using one fixed length.