Review by climbandkayak Good Features I have the BD Contour Elliptic compact (non-carbon fiber, non-shoickabsorning). I like them so far, but haven't used them much.
Read 4 Retailer Descriptions From EMS: Sleek, light and stiff, the new Contour Elliptic Carbon is Black Diamond's® high-end, year-round trekking and snowshoe pole, designed with an elliptic shaft (double the fore/aft stiffness of a traditional round pole) plus the added boost of carbon fiber in the upper section.
The 360-degree padded Nubuck straps and dual-density grip tops provide all-day comfort
Ergonomic foam grips provide variable hand positioning and steep descent control
For all-season versatility, the poles' dual FlickLocks offer a secure, jackrabbit-fast adjustment with zero slippage
Length adjustments can be easily operated –even with gloves on
Long Flex Tips ideal for snow and mud
Includes low-profile 1.5 inch diameter trekking baskets and 3.75 inch diameter powder baskets
3-section poles collapse to a length of 24 inches for easy packing
Review by climbandkayak Good Features I have the BD Contour Elliptic compact (non-carbon fiber, non-shoickabsorning). I like them so far, but haven't used them much.
Review by asolo Good Features they make a world of difference on the trail, sturdy, flicklock action system Bad Features i wanted the alpine cf Recommended Alternatives alpine cf
Sleek, light and stiff, the new Contour Elliptic Carbon is Black Diamond's® high-end, year-round trekking and snowshoe pole, designed with an elliptic shaft (double the fore/aft stiffness of a traditional round pole) plus the added boost of carbon fiber in the upper section.
The 360-degree padded Nubuck straps and dual-density grip tops provide all-day comfort
Ergonomic foam grips provide variable hand positioning and steep descent control
For all-season versatility, the poles' dual FlickLocks offer a secure, jackrabbit-fast adjustment with zero slippage
Length adjustments can be easily operated –even with gloves on
Long Flex Tips ideal for snow and mud
Includes low-profile 1.5 inch diameter trekking baskets and 3.75 inch diameter powder baskets
3-section poles collapse to a length of 24 inches for easy packing
The Black Diamond Contour Elliptic Shock Trekking Poles is a revolutionary pole that incorporates revolutionary shock-absorbing technology. Built using Control Shock Technology, the Contour Elliptic pole's progressive four-stage shock absorption handles hard compression without bottoming out. This technology's unrivaled dampness absorbs light and medium strikes without the ineffective rebound of inferior shock systems. The external design of this Black Diamond trekking pole maximizes pole collapsibility and is stealthy quiet. Additionally, the elliptic shape of the pole provides twice the fore and aft stiffness of round-shafted poles. The Contour Elliptic Shocks also feature dual FlickLocks for solid and sure adjustments, dual-density grip tops, and foam grip extensions. For the ultimate in shock absorption and comfort, check out the Black Diamond Contour Elliptic Shock Trekking Pole.
Incorporating BDs revolutionary shock-absorbing technology, the new Contour Elliptic Shock has, well, shocked the trekking pole world. Built using patent-pending Control Shock Technology (CST), the poles progressive four-stage shock absorption handles hard compression without bottoming out. The CSTs unrivaled dampness absorbs light and medium strikes without the ineffective pogo-ing rebound of inferior shock systems. The patent-pending external design maximizes pole collapsibility and is stealthy quiet, meaning no more âclick, clack, click, clackâ associated with other shock-absorbing trekking poles. Additionally, the elliptic shape of the pole provides twice the fore and aft stiffness of round-shafted poles. The Contour Elliptic Shocks also feature dual FlickLocks for solid and sure adjustments, dual-density grip tops, foam grip extensions, 360-degree Nubuck straps, Long Flex Tips and trekking baskets. It also comes in a Compact model, which is a shorter, 125 cm version with reduced grip size for smaller hands. Features:
Trek through snow and over scree with ease when you hike with the Contour Elliptic Shock Compact trekking poles from Black Diamond. Be easy on your joints with the Control Shock Technology that absorbs shock in four stages while you keep a solid grip with the double FlickLocks. Features:
Enjoy the ergonomic comfort and strength provided by the elliptical shape
Be easier on your body with the Control Shock Technology that provides 4-stage shock absorption that counteracts smooth and medium strikes while preventing hard bottoming out
Get a good grasp on them with the dual-density grip top, Nubuck strap, and textured extension
Glide over terrain with the long flex tips and low-profile trekking baskets
Adjust the pole height with ease with the double FlickLocks
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