LEKI Vertical K (Closeout) Trekking Poles (Pair)

Likes

First please be aware that these are non-collapsible and are fixed length. For those of us who never stow our poles, this is no problem at all but it could very well be a deal breaker if you do. Anyway, the major selling point of these is the weight. Both poles combined weigh less than some single aluminum poles. Also the directional tip can't get misaligned because, due to them being non-collapsible, there are no joints where things can rotate. Overall I'm extremely happy and ended up buying a second pair to have in case anything happens to them.

Dislikes

The directional tips are sharp and can cut and/or scrape your legs if you're not used to using them or if you fall while using them.

Likes

Extremely lightweight. Seem to be just as good as any other Leki pole I've used (i.e. very good). Last year's model, so definitely worth the closeout price. Nice color scheme, not nearly as loud as other Leki sets.

Dislikes

Embarrassingly didn't realize this pre-purchase, but these poles do not fold up. Makes transporting a bit more cumbersome, but I usually don't collapse z-poles mid run either. Not necessarily a dislike, but these have pointed tips which aren't the best if you run on very rocky surfaces.

Likes

Very Light, i have plenty of poles but never had anything that Light .grips are a1

Dislikes

The tip is the previous generation from Leki so pointy and slippery on rocks or hard surface. They also break very easily and eventually break the END of the poles. Every trail runner i know and me inclusively had to get back to Leki for Them to Exchange under warranty for New gen Carbide.

Likes

ultra light cork handles quick release straps comfortable straps

Dislikes

none!