LEKI Makalu Lite COR-TEC AntiShock Pole Pair
LEKI Makalu Lite COR-TEC AntiShock Pole Pair, The Makalu Lite COR-TEC AS has the intelligent overall design of an excellent all-round pole. That's what makes it light, thin, stable but still extremely comfortable. This Makalu model is made from high-tensile strength Aluminum along with LEKI's Dynamic Suspension System antishock and features an Aergon COR-TEC grip and the innovative next generation SpeedLock Plus locking system for a hiking experience that's simply unparalleled. The Dynamic Suspension System antishock feature reduces peak pole impacts by as much as 40% to protect muscles, joints and ligaments.Exclusive AERGON grip / COR-TEC / Air-textured security strap. COR-TEC grip material is 80% natural ground cork for a more durable, biomechanical design. Built in 8deg Positive Angle in LEKI grips keeps wrist in neutral position and provides more efficient pole plants.Air-textured "no bulk" security strap maintains design dimensions of grip; efficient wicking and fast drying; adjusts and secures strap adjustment without buckles.Next generation SpeedLock Plus lever locking mechanism offers quick, reliable length adjustments even with gloved hands and is more user friendly thanks to the raised "speed dial" to crank up the holding power when needed. No tools required!Proprietary heat-treated ultralight 16mm HTS 6.5 Series Aluminum upper shaft; 14mm lower shafts. LEKI's original Carbide Flextips provide secure hold on all terrain and surfaces for years of adventure; easily replaced in the field. Interchangeable basket system allows a variety of different sized LEKI baskets to be easily screwed on/off for different seasons/uses thanks to offset threads that keep the baskets securely in place.Anti Shock - LEKI's innovative Dynamic Suspension System neutralizes pole plant shock and vibration right at the point of impact for comfortable support and shock absorption reducing peak impact by approximately 40%