DynaLock™ Explore Backcountry Poles

Took these snowshoeing through crusty spring snow and they never slipped once, even when I was leaning hard on them on a sidehill. The three sections collapse small enough to strap to the outside of my pack, which I didn't expect to care about until I had to bushwhack. Grip and adjustability are exa

The locking mechanism clicks into place so cleanly that adjusting length on a windy ridgeline takes seconds, not a wrestling match. Even after a full day of postholing in slushy spring snow, the sections stayed rock solid without any wobble. Three-piece breakdown means they actually fit inside my da

I’ve taken these up some gnarly ridgelines and the aluminum build held up without a hint of flex, which surprised me given how light they feel. The three-section locking mechanism is smooth even with gloves on, and they pack down small enough to strap onto my daypack without flapping around.