Black Diamond COMPACT Contour Elliptic Shock 4 Season Hiking Poles

Combining the comfort of our Control Shock Technology with the strength and stability of our elliptic shaft shape, the Black Diamond Contour Elliptic Shock Trekking Pole provides top-notch comfort and performance for any on-trail situation. Whether you're out for a day hike or toting loads to basecamp, Control Shock Technology provides progressive shock absorption and controlled rebound, and the pole's dual FlickLock adjustment and interchangeable carbide tech tips let you customize the pole to the incline and trail conditions.

The compact size is shorter at 125cm in total length and will suit people up to 5'10" in height, and has a slightly smaller grip to suit small to medium sized hands

The contour is the latest evolution of our technical  workhorse contour range. Built using our patent-pending Control Anti-Shock Technology, the Contour Elliptic Shock's progressive four-stage shock absorption handles hard compression without bottoming out.

Non-mechanical shock absorption system elimates the possibility of mechanical failure so often encountered with spring loaded anti-shock systems.

Elliptic shaft shape offers a more a proggesive flex pattern that standard round shaft poles.

4 season FlickLock system locks the pole into the desired height, which is proven stronger than twist lock methods used with other brands, and offers zero-slip confidence and user-freindly adjustments that do not rely on variable twisting function.

Patented Elliptic Technology yields increased stability and ease of use.

Features and Specs:  

• Dual-density foam grip top, 360-degree Nubuck strap, foam extension
• Control Anti-Shock Technology
• Double FlickLocks for height adjustment
• Elliptic shape for ergonomic comfort and strength
• All season pole 
• Interchangeable Baskets
• Carbind Flex Tips
• Anti-Corrosive
• warranty
• Length: (68-140cm)
• Weight: 320 grams per pole 
• Color: Silver/Blue

Technology:

Trekking Poles

CONTROL SHOCK TECHNOLOGY
Control Shock Technology offers damp and progressive 4-stage shock absorption that handles hard compressions without bottoming out, while controlling rebound for a smooth and comfortable trail feel. Control Shock Technology is visible technology: dampeners beneath the grip indicate progressive spring rates for comfort and control—from light strikes to heavy downhill plants. Rebound control is located within the grip and prevents ineffective and annoying pogo-ing. Control Shock Technology’s patent-pending external design maximizes pole collapsibility, optimizes swing weight and is stealthy quiet.

FLICKLOCK
Secure, fast, and easy-to-use, there is no better pole-locking mechanism on the market than FlickLock. It eliminates the uncertainty associated with common twist-lock mechanisms, and provides visual security that you can trust the pole in critical situations.

• Aerospace Aluminum Alloy
  Aluminum Alloy used providing a savings in material cost without any sacrifice in strength and durability.

  Ergonomic Grips
  Comfortable and highly functional grips. Specific design grips in the latest material technology.

  FlipLock Height Adjust System
  Proven locking systemt

  Flex Tips
  Carbide Flex Tip in most applications

  Anti-Corrosive

  About Black Diamond

  
  Here at Black Diamond it's all about climbing and skiing. We share the same experiences that you do on rock, ice and snow and these experiences push us to make the best gear possible for our worldwide family of climbers and skiers.

  What began with a backyard anvil and a hammer has grown into a global company with offices on three continents that's not just for rock climbers, but one that stands for the spirit of the sports we live, their values and goals, past, present and future. Since 1957, our innovative gear designs have set the standards in numerous areas. This is partly the result of dedication, desire and diligence on the part of an incredible team of people. It's also the result of each of us being climbers and skiers ourselves.

  We're a company of users—it's who we are. We're the greatest dreamers about what could be, and the harshest of critics about what exists and because of this—the creation of Black Diamond is a process which will never end. The company today is more committed than ever, thanks to the many people here in the U.S., at Black Diamond Europe and at Black Diamond Asia whose limitless energy and hands-on involvement have created a promising future for all climbers and skiers worldwide.