Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking Poles
4.3Aikins Score•Black Diamond
The verdict
Premium poles built for the toughest terrain, offering unmatched durability and quietness for off-trail adventurers.
Read the full reviewWhat we love
- +Sturdiest shaft diameter tested
- +Stiff carbon fiber with durable aluminum locks
- +Quietest poles tested with minimal vibration
- +Comfortable soft cork grips
Worth noting
- –Very expensive
- –Longer collapsed length compared to top pick
- –Minor benefits may not justify cost for most hikers
How it scored
Aikins Score4.3
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At a glance
MaterialCarbon fiber shaft, aluminum locks
GripCork
Shaft diameterLargest among tested
WeightReasonable for the build
Aikins Score8.7 / 10
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