Black Diamond Expedition Compactor Ski Poles – Pair

$183.99

ColorPiton Purple
Size100-125 CM, 110-135 CM
BrandBlack Diamond
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Description

A stowable, Z-pole design makes these Black Diamond poles ideal for backcountry use. FlickLock Pro locking mechanisms let you fine-tune the length.

Features
  • 7075 aluminum construction with removable lower shafts
  • FlickLock Pro locking mechanisms with PH3 screwdriver bit and 1.5 mm hex bit integrated into shafts for field repairs
  • Simple yet useful redesigned Expedition extended EVA foam grips with straight-edge grip scraper
  • Tactile rubber “beak” on the grips for easy binding adjustments
  • Girth-hitch straps for quick removal
  • 100 mm (4 in.) powder baskets
  • Sold as a pair
Specifications
Best Use Backcountry Skiing
Basket Type Powder
Shaft Construction 7075 Aluminum
Weight (Pair) 1 lb. 3.68 oz., 1 lb. 4 oz.
Gender Unisex
Adjustable Yes
Collapsed Length (in.) 14.5 inches
Minimum Length (in.) 39.4 inches, 43.3 inches
Maximum Length (in.) 49.2 inches, 53.1 inches
Collapsed Length (cm) 37 centimeters
Minimum Length (cm) 100 centimeters, 110 centimeters
Maximum Length (cm) 125 centimeters, 135 centimeters
Size Guide

Ski Poles

32 in./80cm 34 in./85cm 36 in./90cm 38 in./95cm 40 in./100cm 42 in./105cm 44 in./110cm 46 in./115cm 48 in./120cm 49 in./125cm 52 in./130 cm 54 in./135cm 56 in./140cm 57 in./145cm 59 in./150cm 61 in./155cm 63 in./160cm 65 in./165cm 67 in./170cm 69 in./175cm 71 in./180cm
Height Range (Downhill Skiing) < 3'4" 3’5″ – 3’8″ 3’9″ – 4’0″ 4’1″ – 4’4″ 4’5″ – 4’8″ 4’9″ – 5’0″ 5’1″ – 5’3″ 5’4″ – 5’6″ 5’7″ – 5’9″ 5’10” – 6’0″ 6’1″ – 6’3″ 6’4″ – 6’6″ 6’7″ +
Height Range (XC Skiing) <4'7" 4’8″-4’9″ 4’10”-4’11” 5′ – 5’1″ 5’2″ – 5’3″ 5’4″ – 5’5″ 5’6″ – 5’7″ 5’8″ – 5’9″ 5’10” – 5’11” 6′ – 6’1″ 6’2″ – 6’3″ 6’4″-6’5″ 6’6″+
Height Range (Skate Skiing) <4'7" 4’8″-4’9″ 4’10-4’11” 5′-5’1″ 5’2″ – 5’3″ 5’4″ – 5’5″ 5’6″ – 5’7″ 5’8″ – 5’9″ 5’10” – 5’11” 6′-6’1″ 6’2″- 6’3″ 6’4″ – 6’5″ 6’6″+

Please note, this sizing chart is meant to serve only as a guideline.

Sizing downhill poles: Stand in your ski boots on a level floor. With your poles upside down—grips touching the floor—grab the pole beneath the basket so that the top of your thumb touches the basket. Your elbow should now be at a 90-degree angle. If the angle is less than 90 degrees, get a shorter pole. If the angle is greater, get a longer pole.

Sizing XC poles: Stand in your XC ski boots on a level floor. Place the pole tips on the floor next to your feet. The top of the grips should reach your arm pits.

Sizing skate poles: Stand in your skate boots on a level floor. Place pole tips on the ground with the pole shafts perpendicular to the floor. The poles should reach from the ground up to a point somewhere between your chin and your lips.

For more information, please see REI Expert Advice.