Our top 10, at a glance.

Choose poles whose adjustment range, packed length and grips suit your height, pack attachment and usual trail conditions.

  1. #1Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles M/LBlack Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles M/L
  2. #2Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking PolesBlack Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles
  3. #3LEKI Makalu LiteLEKI Makalu Lite
  4. #4LEKI Legacy LiteLEKI Legacy Lite
  5. #5REI Co-op Traverse Trekking PolesREI Co-op Traverse Trekking Poles
  6. #6Mountainsmith Tellurite 7075 OLSMountainsmith Tellurite 7075 OLS
  7. #7Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking PolesGossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles
  8. #8Komperdell Carbon C3 Cloud CompactKomperdell Carbon C3 Cloud Compact
  9. #9Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Trekking PolesCascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Trekking Poles
  10. #10Mountainsmith Andesite NEOMountainsmith Andesite NEO

All 10 picks, in order.

  1. #1

    Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles M/L

    Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles M/L

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact 100–140 cm aluminum pole pair; US model.

    Why it fits

    • 1 lb 1.6 oz per M/L pair; 24.8-inch collapsed length. [1] [2]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: 7000-series aluminum shafts, cork grips and external FlickLock+ adjusters. [3]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: Pursuit Trekking Poles M/L · 100–140 cm aluminum pole pair; US model · US

    Check current details at Black Diamond ↗

  2. #2

    Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles

    Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact 100–140 cm aluminum pole pair; US model.

    Why it fits

    • About 1 lb 1 oz per pair; About 24.4-inch collapsed length. [4] [5]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: Aluminum shafts, EVA foam grips and dual FlickLock adjusters. [6]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: Trail Back Trekking Poles · 100–140 cm aluminum pole pair; US model · US

    Check current details at Black Diamond ↗

  3. #3

    LEKI Makalu Lite

    LEKI Makalu Lite

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact 100–135 cm aluminum pole pair; US configuration.

    Why it fits

    • About 17.5 oz per pair; 26.4-inch pack size. [7] [8]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: HTS aluminum shafts, Aergon Air grips and Speed Lock Plus levers. [9]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: Makalu Lite · 100–135 cm aluminum pole pair; US configuration · US

    Check current details at LEKI ↗

  4. #4

    LEKI Legacy Lite

    LEKI Legacy Lite

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact 100–135 cm aluminum pole pair; US configuration.

    Why it fits

    • About 17 oz per pair; 26.4-inch pack size. [10] [11]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: Aluminum shafts, EVOCON grip and Speed Lock Plus levers. [12]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: Legacy Lite · 100–135 cm aluminum pole pair; US configuration · US

    Check current details at LEKI ↗

  5. #5

    REI Co-op Traverse Trekking Poles

    REI Co-op Traverse Trekking Poles

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact Adjustable aluminum pole pair; US model.

    Why it fits

    • About 1 lb 3 oz per pair; About 25-inch collapsed length. [13] [14]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: Aluminum shafts, cork grips and external lever locks. [15]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: Traverse Trekking Poles · Adjustable aluminum pole pair; US model · US

    Check current details at REI Co-op ↗

  6. #6

    Mountainsmith Tellurite 7075 OLS

    Mountainsmith Tellurite 7075 OLS

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact Three-section aluminum trekking-pole pair; US 2024 model.

    Why it fits

    • 1 lb 4 oz per pair; 25-inch collapsed length; adjusts to 54 inches. [16] [17]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: 7075 aluminum shafts with cork/EVA/TPR grips, Outerlock levers and replaceable carbide tips. [18]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: Tellurite 7075 OLS · Three-section aluminum trekking-pole pair; US 2024 model · US

    Check current details at Mountainsmith ↗

  7. #7

    Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles

    Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact Adjustable carbon pole pair; US model.

    Why it fits

    • About 10.6 oz per pair; 23.5-inch collapsed length. [19] [20]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: Carbon-fiber shafts, cork grips and twist-lock adjustment. [21]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: LT5 Trekking Poles · Adjustable carbon pole pair; US model · US

    Check current details at Gossamer Gear ↗

  8. #8

    Komperdell Carbon C3 Cloud Compact

    Komperdell Carbon C3 Cloud Compact

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact Adjustable carbon pole pair; US-market model.

    Why it fits

    • 350 g per pair (175 g per pole); 57 cm packed length; adjustable from 90 to 120 cm. [22] [23]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: Three-section Carbon Cloud shafts, cork grip and Powerlock 3.0 mechanism. [24]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: Carbon C3 Cloud Compact · Adjustable carbon pole pair; US-market model · US

    Check current details at Komperdell ↗

  9. #9

    Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Trekking Poles

    Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Trekking Poles

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact Adjustable carbon pole pair; US model.

    Why it fits

    • 14.7 oz per pair (7.35 oz per pole); 26-inch collapsed length. [25] [26]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: Carbon-fiber shafts, cork grips and external quick locks. [27]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Trekking Poles · Adjustable carbon pole pair; US model · US

    Check current details at Cascade Mountain Tech ↗

  10. #10

    Mountainsmith Andesite NEO

    Mountainsmith Andesite NEO

    Specification-led comparison entry for the exact Three-section carbon trekking-pole pair; US 2026 model.

    Why it fits

    • 11.5 oz per pair; 26-inch collapsed length; adjusts to 53 inches. [28] [29]

    Before you choose

    • Buying check: Three-section carbon-fiber shafts with EVA handles and double-cam twist-lock adjustment. [30]

    Check before buying:

    • Confirm current US availability, included accessories or plan limits, and exact model identification before buying or subscribing.

    Model: Andesite NEO · Three-section carbon trekking-pole pair; US 2026 model · US

    Check current details at Mountainsmith ↗

The details, side by side.

Published specifications and features
What matters#1Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles M/L#2Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles#3LEKI Makalu Lite#4LEKI Legacy Lite#5REI Co-op Traverse Trekking Poles#6Mountainsmith Tellurite 7075 OLS#7Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles#8Komperdell Carbon C3 Cloud Compact#9Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Trekking Poles#10Mountainsmith Andesite NEO
Weight1 lb 1.6 oz per M/L pair. [1]About 1 lb 1 oz per pair. [4]About 17.5 oz per pair. [7]About 17 oz per pair. [10]About 1 lb 3 oz per pair. [13]1 lb 4 oz per pair. [16]About 10.6 oz per pair. [19]350 g per pair (175 g per pole). [22]14.7 oz per pair (7.35 oz per pole). [25]11.5 oz per pair. [28]
Packed size24.8-inch collapsed length. [2]About 24.4-inch collapsed length. [5]26.4-inch pack size. [8]26.4-inch pack size. [11]About 25-inch collapsed length. [14]25-inch collapsed length; adjusts to 54 inches. [17]23.5-inch collapsed length. [20]57 cm packed length; adjustable from 90 to 120 cm. [23]26-inch collapsed length. [26]26-inch collapsed length; adjusts to 53 inches. [29]
Construction7000-series aluminum shafts, cork grips and external FlickLock+ adjusters. [3]Aluminum shafts, EVA foam grips and dual FlickLock adjusters. [6]HTS aluminum shafts, Aergon Air grips and Speed Lock Plus levers. [9]Aluminum shafts, EVOCON grip and Speed Lock Plus levers. [12]Aluminum shafts, cork grips and external lever locks. [15]7075 aluminum shafts with cork/EVA/TPR grips, Outerlock levers and replaceable carbide tips. [18]Carbon-fiber shafts, cork grips and twist-lock adjustment. [21]Three-section Carbon Cloud shafts, cork grip and Powerlock 3.0 mechanism. [24]Carbon-fiber shafts, cork grips and external quick locks. [27]Three-section carbon-fiber shafts with EVA handles and double-cam twist-lock adjustment. [30]

Compare the leading workflows

Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles M/L: 1 lb 1.6 oz per M/L pair. Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles: About 1 lb 1 oz per pair. LEKI Makalu Lite: About 17.5 oz per pair. [1] [4] [7]

Check fit before ordering

Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles M/L: 24.8-inch collapsed length; 7000-series aluminum shafts, cork grips and external FlickLock+ adjusters. Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles: About 24.4-inch collapsed length; Aluminum shafts, EVA foam grips and dual FlickLock adjusters. [2] [3] [5] [6]

How we compared.

Source-based desk research using official manufacturer, manual or app documentation, reviewed September 9, 2026. Ranking favors a useful match to the stated buyer task, then distinguishes workflow, form factor and compatibility or the category-specific equivalents. Manufacturer claims are attributed; no hands-on performance is implied. Recommendation order is an editorial comparison of the cited specifications, not a claim of field-tested performance or universal suitability; verify the exact use case, environment and current US availability before purchase.

How we choose

Sources

Official product documentation, reviewed September 9, 2026.

Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles M/L official documentation ↗

Black Diamond · US · Read September 9, 2026

Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles official documentation ↗

Black Diamond · US · Read September 9, 2026

LEKI Makalu Lite official documentation ↗

LEKI · US · Read September 9, 2026

LEKI Legacy Lite official documentation ↗

LEKI · US · Read September 9, 2026

REI Co-op Traverse Trekking Poles official documentation ↗

REI Co-op · US · Read September 9, 2026

Mountainsmith Tellurite 7075 OLS official product page ↗

Mountainsmith · US · Read September 9, 2026

Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles official documentation ↗

Gossamer Gear · US · Read September 9, 2026

Komperdell Carbon C3 Cloud Compact official documentation ↗

Komperdell · US · Read September 9, 2026

Mountainsmith Andesite NEO official product page ↗

Mountainsmith · US · Read September 9, 2026

Detailed source notes
  1. Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles M/L: 1 lb 1.6 oz per M/L pair.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles M/L official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    1 lb 1.6 oz per M/L pair.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  2. Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles M/L: 24.8-inch collapsed length.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles M/L official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    24.8-inch collapsed length.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  3. Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles M/L: 7000-series aluminum shafts, cork grips and external FlickLock+ adjusters.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles M/L official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    7000-series aluminum shafts, cork grips and external FlickLock+ adjusters.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  4. Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles: About 1 lb 1 oz per pair.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    About 1 lb 1 oz per pair.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  5. Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles: About 24.4-inch collapsed length.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    About 24.4-inch collapsed length.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  6. Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles: Aluminum shafts, EVA foam grips and dual FlickLock adjusters.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Black Diamond Trail Back Trekking Poles official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Aluminum shafts, EVA foam grips and dual FlickLock adjusters.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  7. LEKI Makalu Lite: About 17.5 oz per pair.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    LEKI Makalu Lite official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    About 17.5 oz per pair.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  8. LEKI Makalu Lite: 26.4-inch pack size.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    LEKI Makalu Lite official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    26.4-inch pack size.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  9. LEKI Makalu Lite: HTS aluminum shafts, Aergon Air grips and Speed Lock Plus levers.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    LEKI Makalu Lite official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    HTS aluminum shafts, Aergon Air grips and Speed Lock Plus levers.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  10. LEKI Legacy Lite: About 17 oz per pair.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    LEKI Legacy Lite official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    About 17 oz per pair.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  11. LEKI Legacy Lite: 26.4-inch pack size.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    LEKI Legacy Lite official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    26.4-inch pack size.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  12. LEKI Legacy Lite: Aluminum shafts, EVOCON grip and Speed Lock Plus levers.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    LEKI Legacy Lite official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Aluminum shafts, EVOCON grip and Speed Lock Plus levers.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  13. REI Co-op Traverse Trekking Poles: About 1 lb 3 oz per pair.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    REI Co-op Traverse Trekking Poles official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    About 1 lb 3 oz per pair.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  14. REI Co-op Traverse Trekking Poles: About 25-inch collapsed length.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    REI Co-op Traverse Trekking Poles official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    About 25-inch collapsed length.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  15. REI Co-op Traverse Trekking Poles: Aluminum shafts, cork grips and external lever locks.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    REI Co-op Traverse Trekking Poles official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Aluminum shafts, cork grips and external lever locks.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  16. Mountainsmith Tellurite 7075 OLS: 1 lb 4 oz per pair.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Mountainsmith Tellurite 7075 OLS official product page · Official exact-model specification and feature sections
    1 lb 4 oz per pair.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  17. Mountainsmith Tellurite 7075 OLS: 25-inch collapsed length; adjusts to 54 inches.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Mountainsmith Tellurite 7075 OLS official product page · Official exact-model specification and feature sections
    25-inch collapsed length; adjusts to 54 inches.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  18. Mountainsmith Tellurite 7075 OLS: 7075 aluminum shafts with cork/EVA/TPR grips, Outerlock levers and replaceable carbide tips.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Mountainsmith Tellurite 7075 OLS official product page · Official exact-model specification and feature sections
    7075 aluminum shafts with cork/EVA/TPR grips, Outerlock levers and replaceable carbide tips.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  19. Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles: About 10.6 oz per pair.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    About 10.6 oz per pair.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  20. Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles: 23.5-inch collapsed length.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    23.5-inch collapsed length.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  21. Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles: Carbon-fiber shafts, cork grips and twist-lock adjustment.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Carbon-fiber shafts, cork grips and twist-lock adjustment.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  22. Komperdell Carbon C3 Cloud Compact: 350 g per pair (175 g per pole).

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Komperdell Carbon C3 Cloud Compact official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    350 g per pair (175 g per pole).

    Checked September 9, 2026

  23. Komperdell Carbon C3 Cloud Compact: 57 cm packed length; adjustable from 90 to 120 cm.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Komperdell Carbon C3 Cloud Compact official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    57 cm packed length; adjustable from 90 to 120 cm.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  24. Komperdell Carbon C3 Cloud Compact: Three-section Carbon Cloud shafts, cork grip and Powerlock 3.0 mechanism.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Komperdell Carbon C3 Cloud Compact official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Three-section Carbon Cloud shafts, cork grip and Powerlock 3.0 mechanism.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  25. Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Trekking Poles: 14.7 oz per pair (7.35 oz per pole).

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Trekking Poles official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    14.7 oz per pair (7.35 oz per pole).

    Checked September 9, 2026

  26. Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Trekking Poles: 26-inch collapsed length.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Trekking Poles official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    26-inch collapsed length.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  27. Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Trekking Poles: Carbon-fiber shafts, cork grips and external quick locks.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Trekking Poles official documentation · Official product page or manual specification and feature sections
    Carbon-fiber shafts, cork grips and external quick locks.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  28. Mountainsmith Andesite NEO: 11.5 oz per pair.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Mountainsmith Andesite NEO official product page · Official exact-model specification and feature sections
    11.5 oz per pair.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  29. Mountainsmith Andesite NEO: 26-inch collapsed length; adjusts to 53 inches.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Mountainsmith Andesite NEO official product page · Official exact-model specification and feature sections
    26-inch collapsed length; adjusts to 53 inches.

    Checked September 9, 2026

  30. Mountainsmith Andesite NEO: Three-section carbon-fiber shafts with EVA handles and double-cam twist-lock adjustment.

    Manufacturer-stated for the exact named model or US-market configuration; confirm current package, compatibility and regional availability before purchase.

    Mountainsmith Andesite NEO official product page · Official exact-model specification and feature sections
    Three-section carbon-fiber shafts with EVA handles and double-cam twist-lock adjustment.

    Checked September 9, 2026

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