LEKI Makalu ThermoLite XL Titanium Anti-shock Hiking Poles
[LEKI-2148]

Part of the Makalu Ultralite Titanium series the Thermolite XL AERGON feature the Antishock Lite System. These heat treated all Aluminum 7075 Ultralite poles provide a comfortable long textured foam extension below the Ergometric positive angle Compact Grips and lock security comfy straps. Need to make a quick ascent and don’t want to adjust your poles? Just choke up on the foam extension for the push you need. The 360° turn back security of the Super Lock System (SLS) was proven to be the strongest by TUV, an independent testing lab. Holding force on these poles is 140kg/315 lbs in tests - unmatched by any other manufacturer on the market.

Don’t forget the Soft Antishock System-Lite(SAS-L) for those long descents! The SAS-Lite is the latest technology to be used in Leki's top models. The SAS-L is an innovation to the the standard SAS and is integrated into the lower shaft of the pole, reducing the packaging size by 50mm over the previous model. Weight if the Anti-shock system is also reduced by 20%. The impact energy is absorbed directly into the lower shaft - the perfect combination of steel spring and Elastomer provides precise synchronization between spring and compression, making walking with a pole more comfortable than ever and further reducing stress on the joints, muscles and ligaments. Carbide Flextips are added security on rock and ice.

Also features Ultra Sonic finish, middle and lower section anodized, interchangeable Basket System, positive angle foam grips, and each pole weighs an amazing 210 grams! So light you can barley notice it.

Specification:

Shaft:	Three Section Aluminum
Grip:	Positive angle Thermo foam AERGON Compact
Strap:	Lock Security AERGON
Basket(s):	Performance Trekking
Sizes:	Adjustable 65-135 cm
Weight:	approx 229 grams per pole
Material:	16/14/12 mm aluminium HTS 6.5
Warranty:	Lifetime Warranty Against Shaft Breakage.
Special Features:	Carbide Flex Tip / Interchangeable basket system / SLS Locking System / SAS-L Antishock System

Leki Technology used in various models:

Ergonomic Grips:

SHAPE/POSITION/POSITIVE ANGLE:

• 15˚ Positive Angle – Located just below the Grip this bend in the upper shaft section places your wrist in a neutral and relaxed position
• Ergometric - Shape and design incorporates the Positive Angle INTO the grip. The main benefit is the smaller packing size of the pole by up to 4"
• Straight – The Grip is not positioned in a Positive Angle
• Cane style – Shaped like a cane but easier on the wrist

Anti-Shock Systems:
Designated models feature Spring loaded Anti-Shock mechanism which absorbs shock from pole plants greatly relieving stress to arm, wrist and hand joints:

• SUPER LOCK SYSTEM (SLS) –
• Super Lock System (SLS) is an Expander/screw locking system that was proven to be the strongest by TUV, an independent testing lab
• LEKI SLS has 140kg holding force and 360˚ reverse turn security
• TRIPLE SPRING ANTISHOCK – Pushing down on the upper section sets the Antishock. Three different spring settings can be set for different terrain:
• SOFT ANTISHOCK SYSTEM (SAS) – A combination of steel spring and Elastomer provides a smooth and precise Antishock action which can be left on or turned off
• SOFT ANTISHOCK SYSTEM - LITE (SAS-L) - The SAS-L is an innovation to the the standard SAS and is integrated into the lower shaft of the pole, reducing the packaging size by 50mm over the previous model.

Strap:

Grips:

There are different Grips on models in each series of poles. Material, Shape/Position on the shaft and Positive Angle are a few distinguishing features.
MATERIAL:

• COR-TEC (cork)
• Thermo Foam
• ErgoSOFT Rubber
• Plastic

Interchangeable Baskets
Allows for quick and easy change of baskets to meet any terrain condition. Keeps the poles from slipping into mud and soft soil (practice environmental stewardship by using your Baskets!). Several basket designs available.

Flex Tips
The Carbide Flex Tip provides maximum hold and stability on hard surfaces.

Anti-Corrosive
Anodized middle and lower sections.

THE LEGEND OF LEKI

LEKI, the world's leading manufacturer of ski, hiking and trekking poles, had its start in Kircheim, Germany as a hobby of its founder, Karl Lenhart, an airframe mechanic and avid skier. Lenhart believed aluminum would make a superior ski pole compared to the heavy steel models available in the late 1940's. After successfully creating light- weight poles for his friends, in 1954, the hobby became a full time business.

LEKI originated the use of nylon webbing for straps and created plastic molded grips and baskets in place of metal and leather. Additionally, Lenhart developed an aluminum tempering process that produces pole shafts with incomparable strength, durability, and reliability.

In 1984, Klaus Lenhart, Karl's son, assumed leadership and shortly thereafter developed the first dual- component grip. He is also responsible for improving adjustable pole-locking technology and grip innovations such as the Trigger "Click-In" system and COR-TEC, a material made of real cork and latex.

As the ski market continued to flourish, LEKI began manufacturing hiking poles primarily for European mountain guides. The concept of using two poles as a means of relieving stress on knee joints and the lower back appealed to climbers who also saw benefits in performance and safety. LEKI poles eventually caught on with the general hiking and trekking population that recognized and appreciated the preventive health benefits as well as the climbing support and stabilizing effects. In 1990, LEKI USA was incorporated.

The North American market has embraced the company's line of alpine, Nordic, back country, mountaineering, Nordic walking, and trekking poles. Like their European counterparts who have been loyal to LEKI for nearly five decades, North American outdoor enthusiasts know and appreciate LEKI quality and value.