Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ Trekking Poles Desert Sky

Ultralight, foldable carbon trekking poles built for fast hikers and mountain adventurers, delivering quick-adjust performance, all-terrain grip, and go-anywhere durability to help you move farther, faster, and with total confidence.

For those who never stop moving forward, the Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ Trekking Poles are designed to help you go further, faster, and lighter, no matter where the trail takes you. Engineered for hikers, fastpackers, and mountain explorers who demand peak performance with minimal weight, these poles combine advanced materials with precision adjustability for total confidence on the move.

At just 170 grams each (120 cm length), these ultralight poles are crafted from 100% carbon fibre, offering unmatched strength without compromise. Their Foldable Z-Pole design, featuring speed cone technology, makes setup and storage quick and seamless, allowing you to adapt instantly when the terrain shifts. Whether tackling steep ascents, rocky ridgelines, or fast descents, the FlickLock Pro adjustability ensures your pole height stays perfectly tuned to your stride.

Comfort meets control with a lightweight EVA foam grip and recycled moisture-wicking strap, keeping your hands secure and dry through every climb, contour, and kilometre. Designed for all-season adventures, these poles come with interchangeable carbide and rubber tips for optimal traction on varying surfaces, and they’re compatible with Z-Pole Snow Baskets for when your trails turn winter white. With optimised joint stiffness for long-lasting durability, the Distance Carbon FLZ poles are built to keep up, no matter how far or how fast you go.

Key Features

Ultralight trekking poles: 170 grams each (120 cm length) for effortless portability.
100% carbon fibre construction: Delivers strength without added weight.
Foldable Z-Pole design: Quick-deploy system with speed cone technology for compact storage.
FlickLock Pro adjustability: Allows quick and secure length changes on the go.
Lightweight EVA foam grip: Paired with a recycled, moisture-wicking strap for breathable comfort.
Interchangeable carbide and rubber tech tips: Adaptable traction across different terrain types.
Optimised joint stiffness: Enhances durability and stability on challenging trails.
Compatible with Z-Pole Snow Baskets: Ready for all-season use, from summer scrambles to snowy summits.

Yes, these poles are designed for quick setup and compact storage. They utilise a three-section, foldable Z-Pole design with speed cone deployment, enabling the sections to lock together smoothly and securely when extended. When collapsed, they fold down small enough to stow in or on a pack, making them ideal for fast-moving hikes and travel.

Absolutely. The poles feature FlickLock Pro adjustability, which allows you to change length quickly and lock it firmly in place—especially useful when switching between steep climbs and descents.

Yes. These poles come with interchangeable carbide and rubber Tech Tips, so you can tailor traction based on surface type, rocky trails, packed dirt, or hard ground. They also include removable low-profile baskets and are compatible with Z-Pole Snow Baskets, making them a solid option for winter hikes or snow travel when equipped with the right accessories.

Brand : Black Diamond

Model # : BD11255540071

Gender : Womens

Gender : Unisex

Gender : Mens

Strap : Polyester | Nylon

Grip : EVA Lite Foam

Shaft : Carbon

FlickLock : Aluminium | Stainless Steel

Z-Mechanism : Polyurethane | Aluminum, Kevlar, Nylon

Flex Tip : Nylon

Basket : EVA Plastic

Tip : Carbide, Steel

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