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Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Pole - Pair

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Pros

  • Lightweight (81)
  • Good grips (73)
  • Adjustable (63)
  • Strong (46)
  • Flexible (28)
  • Durable (6)
  • Ergonomic grip (4)
  • Good precision (4)
  • Good stiffness (4)
  • Flicklock (3)
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Cons

  • Brittle (4)
  • Unstable (2)
  • Bend too easily (1)
  • Gives blisters (1)
  • Grib is weird (1)
  • Grip is long 4 women (1)
  • Hard to open the flickloc (1)
  • Nada (1)
  • No anti-shock (1)
  • Non replaceable tips (1)

Best Uses

  • Hiking (78)
  • Backpacking (69)
  • Day trip (44)
  • Car camping (6)
  • Snowshoeing (3)
  • Climbing (2)
  • Cross-country (2)
  • Alpine (1)
  • Daily walking (1)
  • Extended treks (1)
 
 
 

Provided by Mountain Gear

If you're a traditionalist and don't require a lot of fanfare, then the Trail Back trekking poles from Black Diamond are your new hiking buddy. With a traditional round shape, Long Flex tips, and Double FlickLock technology, you'll be able to jump in and start using these poles from the get-go.

  • Pared down and simple, the no-frills poles sport a traditional round shape
  • Get a good grip and get moving with the rubber grips with nylon webbing straps
  • Adjust the double FlickLocks with ease
  • Move speedily over the terrain with the Long Flex tips and low-profile trekking baskets
  • Weight: 1 lb 4 oz
    • Material: aluminum
      • Compressed / extended length: 26 / 27-55 inches
        • Sections: 3
          • Sold as: pair

Specification Description
Model BD112049, BD112051, BD112054, BD1120540000ALL1
UPC 793661089506
Adjustment Method Snap-lock
Basket Diameter 1.5 in. & 3.75 in.
Grip Material Rubber
Grip material Dual-density foam
Grip material Foam
Grip material Rubber
Grip Type Ergonomic
Invoice Title TRAIL BACK
Max. Length 54.5 in.
Maximum length 49 inches
Maximum length 55 inches
Min. Length 26 in.
Minimum length 23 inches
Minimum length 25 inches
Minimum length 27 inches
Number of Sections 3
Pair/Single Pair
Pole Material Aluminum
Product Copy Bullet 1 Includes 3.75 inch diameter baskets for use in snow
Product Copy Bullet 2 Also includes low-profile, non-snagging 1.5 inch diameter trekking baskets
Product Copy Bullet 3 Aluminum shafts are crafted with a traditional round shape
Product Copy Bullet 4 Ergonomic dual-density foam grip for all day comfort
Product Copy Bullet 5 Adjustable wrist strap with 360-degree padded webbing
Product Copy Bullet 6 Dual Flick Locks provide solid and sure adjustments for non-slip confidence
Product Copy Bullet 7 Long flex tips
Shaft material Aluminum
Weight (pair) 17.5 ounces
Weight (pair) 18 ounces
Weight (pair) 20 ounces

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Last update: Nov 13, 2009

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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★☆
4.0
Light n Easy

"Being a newbe to hiking - Palm Springs Desert area - we were strongly recomended to use them. Since then they do not leave my back pack. Love them, as being my first poles when I have to replace them it will be BD only. Adjustment and locking is easy, handle strap is comfortable. I do find the handle to be a little troublesome some times - I just reajust my hand position. Certainly help the knees and balance on ..." Read Full Review »

Mar 20, 2009 by refugee

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★★☆☆☆
2.0
Decent poles, but bad warranty

"If I had my AT hike to do over again, I would have gone with LEKI poles. The simple reason is that even though these poles lasted me for 500 miles or so before the first one bent on some rocks, Black Diamond wanted me to pay for the replacement parts. LEKI has a lifetime warranty, and I witnessed a lucky number of hikers getting full, free replacements sent to them, even in the case of one hiker who lost his ent..." Read Full Review »

Mar 06, 2009 by Voodoo

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Light n Easy

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easy to adjust
  • Lightweight
  • Strong

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Car Camping
  • Day trip
  • Hiking
 

"Being a newbe to hiking - Palm Springs Desert area - we were strongly recomended to use them. Since then they do not leave my back pack. Love them, as being my first poles when I have to replace them it will be BD only. Adjustment and locking is easy, handle strap is comfortable. I do find the handl …"  Read Full Review »

Grand Canyon - Dripping Springs day hike

Grand Canyon - Dripping Springs day hike
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Mar 20 2009
refugee
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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Price: $79.95
 
 

Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Pole - Pair Review

girlfriend loves them

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easy to adjust
  • Flexible
  • Good grips

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Day trip
  • Hiking
 

"Bought these as a gift for my girlfriend who had knee surgery, she loves the stability the poles provide when on uneven terrain. she won't hike without them. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 13 2009
Conrad_C
Long Beach, CA
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Price: $79.95
 
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Pole - Pair Review

Amazing Poles

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy to adjust
  • Flexible
  • Good grips
  • Lightweight
  • Strong

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Day trip
  • Hiking
 

"These poles are unbeatable for the price. I have been using them for a few months now and they have taken a serious beating but show no signs of wear. I have just been amazed by the durability and resilience of these poles. "

  • Using Product
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 22 2008
chefdc
Sacramento, CA
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Price: $79.95
 
 

Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Pole - Pair Review

great hiking aid

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy to adjust
  • Flexible
  • Good grips
  • Lightweight
  • Strong

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
 

"These poles have been a great addition to my camping & hiking equipment. Would not go hiking without them. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 13 2009
es1983
Simsbury, CT
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  • Casual Adventurer
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Price: $79.95
 
 

[11 of 11 customers found this review helpful]

Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Pole - Pair Review

Takes a lickin, Keeps on tickin!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Easy to adjust
  • Flexible
  • Good grips
  • Lightweight
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    Cons

  • Grip is long 4 women

    Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Day trip
  • Hiking
 

"I love the flicklock adjustability. There is no substitute. I've taken these poles backpacking, ice trekking and basically pushed the poles to their limits in a variety of grueling conditions and I am constantly amazed at how easy it is to adjust them on the go and how they hold up to the beating …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 7 2008
Baggin 14ers
(Temporarily) San Diego, CA
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