Optimized for packability and quick deployment, the Expedition Compactor Ski Poles feature an aluminum construction, a z-pole design, and the same extended foam grips as the rest of the Expedition line.
Flick Lock locking mechanisms make the length easy to fine-tune, and both a PH3 screwdriver bit and a 1.5mm hex bit are hidden in the shafts for field repairs in a pinch. Extended EVA foam grips, a straight-edge grip scraper, and a tactile rubber “beak” for quick binding adjustments on the skin track all contribute to the simple yet useful feature-set of the newly redesigned Expedition grips. Girth-hitched straps are easy to remove if you choose.
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Overall rating: 4.857143 / 5 from 7 reviews.
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"I bought these for ski powered paragliding, with a skin in, ideally a flight down with the poles in a pack, and optionally with a ski down if the air doesn't cooperate. They break down nice and small. Less stiff than a 2 piece pole, but totally adequate for average back country skiing. Being able to adjust the cable tension on the fly is awesome."
"Super easy to use and the color is even better in person. I’ve only been out with them a few times but I’m pretty rough with my gear and they held up !"
"Quality is on point, much better than most I have used. Light weight, super compact, great for hiking and split boarding."
"They have a sturdy and proven design. They are light weight. The baskets can be a little tricky to get on. Grips work well."
"Overall great poles. Pretty light weight and packable. A bit more flex than I would prefer but still a good pole."
"So far so good. Ive used them just a handful of times and have put a lot of pressure on them and they are still straight"
"Got them for my wife and she loves them"
| Height (A) | Suggested Length (CM) (B) |
|---|---|
| < 5'1" < 154 cm | 100 cm |
| 5'1" - 5'7" 154 - 171 cm | 110 cm |
| 5'8" - 5'11" 172 - 182 cm | 120 cm |
| 6'+ 183 cm + | 130 cm |
Stand straight and bend your elbow at 90°. Measure the distance from your fist to the ground, then add about 2 inches to account for the pole tip that extends beyond the powder basket.
