How to choose which Leki poles to get?

[DrRichardCranium]

I wore out my old poles, so now I need new ones. I want to get Lekis because of their quality and their good service record (free repairs at Trail Days!)

But they have a zillion different varieties.

I weigh only about 155, so I don't need super strong heavy weight ones. And I don't care much about the shock absorber thingy, it doesn't seem to make much difference when hiking in the mountains.

So does anyone have any good recommendations?

[Serial 07]

cork handles are nice...

[Luddite]

http://www.backcountryedge.com/kompe...powerlock.aspx

http://www.leki.com/trekking/trekkingPole.php?pID=32

[skinewmexico]

Which are cheapest? That's what I'd get. It's just a stick.

[Luddite]

It's just a stick.

Not according to Leki.

[skinewmexico]

Not according to Leki.

Yeah, and you should spend 2-3 months salary on an engagement ring, Ford has a better idea, and a million other things we've been programmed by advertisers to believe as truth.

[hikingshoes]

Which are cheapest? That's what I'd get. It's just a stick.

http://www.amazon.com/Pace-Maker-Tre.../ref=pd_cp_e_1

[Mountain Wildman]

When my Black Diamonds need replacing, I'll be going with these:

LEKI Corklite Aergon Speedlock Trekking Poles - 16.6oz. per pair - $89.95 Free Shipping - In Stock

http://www.mountainsports.com/msmain...&Detail=175371

[Sierra Echo]

You should ask Elder. He knows all about Leki poles.

[Luddite]

When my Black Diamonds need replacing, I'll be going with these:

LEKI Corklite Aergon Speedlock Trekking Poles - 16.6oz. per pair - $89.95 Free Shipping - In Stock

http://www.mountainsports.com/msmain...&Detail=175371

I'm considering those too. I don't think I'm gunna go with the UL Carbon ones. I don't want to worry about breaking them and thats a good price.

[Mountain Wildman]

I'm considering those too. I don't think I'm gunna go with the UL Carbon ones. I don't want to worry about breaking them and thats a good price.

I hear ya,
Plus 199.00 for the carbon ones, OUCH!!!
And the foam grips tend to get a little slimy while the cork, Not so much.
And I just noticed that these are lighter than the carbon ones.

[Luddite]

I hear ya,
Plus 199.00 for the carbon ones, OUCH!!!
And the foam grips tend to get a little slimy while the cork, Not so much.
And I just noticed that these are lighter than the carbon ones.

I just found out those lekis with the cork grip are 2.5oz heavier than advertised.

Yeah, and you should spend 2-3 months salary on an engagement ring, Ford has a better idea, and a million other things we've been programmed by advertisers to believe as truth.

But they said everything else is just a stick.

[JaxHiker]

When my Black Diamonds need replacing, I'll be going with these:

LEKI Corklite Aergon Speedlock Trekking Poles - 16.6oz. per pair - $89.95 Free Shipping - In Stock

http://www.mountainsports.com/msmain...&Detail=175371

Can I ask why? I was looking at both Leki and BD and was reading about folks having issues with the Leki Speedlock. The BD Trail Shock poles get really good reviews. I definitely like shaving about 4 oz with the ones you linked too, though.

[earlyriser26]

Can I ask why? I was looking at both Leki and BD and was reading about folks having issues with the Leki Speedlock. The BD Trail Shock poles get really good reviews. I definitely like shaving about 4 oz with the ones you linked too, though.

After I bent my Leki poles in the wilderness I switched to Black diamond trail backs. I like them better than the Lekis and much cheaper. I am sure they are an extra OZ or two, but I don't care about that.

[earlyriser26]

After I bent my Leki poles in the wilderness I switched to Black diamond trail backs. I like them better than the Lekis and much cheaper. I am sure they are an extra OZ or two, but I don't care about that.

Also, I hate the speed locks on the Lekis. They would often fold up on me at the wrong moment. BD has a much better design with the flick lock.

[Sailing_Faith]

Just did my first ~16 miles with my new Lekis today. Was worth the cost (over my wamart poles) for the lack of blisters alone.

[T-Rx]

Also, I hate the speed locks on the Lekis. They would often fold up on me at the wrong moment. BD has a much better design with the flick lock.

Leki also makes poles with the flip locks. I have a pair but not sure of the model name. For me the flip lock is a also a much better design.

[R00K]

When my Black Diamonds need replacing, I'll be going with these:

LEKI Corklite Aergon Speedlock Trekking Poles - 16.6oz. per pair - $89.95 Free Shipping - In Stock

http://www.mountainsports.com/msmain...&Detail=175371

You sold me on these.

[Spokes]

I have the Leki Summit Antishock (T2032) and the Trail Antishock (T02030). The classic expander locking system is bombproof and I'm convinced the antishock feature save me from snapping a pole on numerous occasions.

I like the classic rubber grip compared to the "COR-TEC" grip since it's softer.

No matter, Leki poles are my brand of choice for long distance hiking.

[skinewmexico]

True. I actually left my Leki's leaning against the truck last time I went walking, and someone needed them more than me. Just trying to decide between the internal lock (that I never had trouble with), and the speed lock. That's a great price on those Corklite Aergon Speedlock Trekking Poles. With the free shipping, that's really close to what I would pay on a pro form.