Ultralight 136g/4.7oz Carbon Fiber Folding Trekking Poles

These are insanely light trekking poles designed with long distance alpine running - so they are the perfect combination of ultralight, and just rugged enough for most people!  With a high tech carbon design, tungsten carbide tips that will likely never wear out, 7000 Series aluminum reinforced joints/connectors, and ultralight yet still grippy when wet EVA foam grips, these poles are some of the best in the world.  However, they are ultralight carbon poles - this means they aren't going to be as strong as some thicker, heavier options. I would qualify these as poles for the hiker who wants trekking poles for their tent, and for help when hiking faster, especially uphill, but doesn't plan on putting 100% of their weight on them on a regular basis. If you hike in extremely rocky terrain and rely on trekking poles to keep you upright, skip these and check out some of our more durable options!  Fortunately at this price (compared to the big name brands) you can afford to be fairly cavalie