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Equally adept on snow, dirt and rock, the new Contour Elliptic is a strong, versatile, high-mileage pole built for comfortable and secure navigation across variable terrain. Thanks to its elliptic shaft, the pole has twice the fore and aft stiffness of round-shafted poles. For increased comfort, the Contour Elliptic features a 15-degree corrective angle, 360-degree padded webbing, and ergonomic ovalized foam grip. The pole's dual FlickLock® adjustment is efficient and simple to operate even with gloves on…in the dark…in a rainstorm…with 40-mph wind gusts. On the business end, the pole comes outfitted with Long Flex Tips and easy-to-swap-out trekking and powder baskets for year-round hiking versatility. The Compact is a shorter, 125 cm version with reduced grip size for smaller hands.
This description was also provided by: O2GearShop.com (Spring 2009)
When you want the comfort and shock absorption of an elliptic pole without the shock to your wallet, turn to the Contour Elliptic Poles from Black Diamond. Your joints will thank you for the elliptic shape and 15-degree corrective angle that keeps you comfortable and on the move.
Equally adept on snow, dirt and rock, the Contour Elliptic is a strong, versatile, high-mileage pole built for comfortable and secure navigation across variable terrain.
These super-stiff and lightweight trekking poles provide support and stability with an effortless swing, making your hikes and treks more enjoyable.
The Black Diamond Contour Elliptic is a strong, versatile, high-mileage trekking pole built for comfortable and secure navigation across variable terrain. Thanks to its elliptic shaft, the pole has twice the fore and aft stiffness of round-shafted poles. For increased comfort, the Contour Elliptic features a 15-degree corrective angle, 360-degree padded webbing, and ergonomic ovalized foam grip. The pole’s dual FlickLock adjustment is efficient and simple to operate even with gloves on. The pole comes outfitted with Long Flex Tips and easy-to-swap-out trekking and powder baskets for year-round hiking versatility.
Extra-strong trekking and snowshoe poles for all-season travel. The Black Diamond Elliptic trekking poles feature dual-flicklocks for easy non-slip adjustments.
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| Adjustment Method: | Snap-lock |
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| Antishock: | No |
| Basket Diameter: | 1.5 in. & 3.75 in. |
| Compressed / Extended length: | 27 / 30-55 inches |
| Gender: | Unisex |
| Grip Type: | Ergonomic |
| Grip material: | Foam |
| Material: | aluminum |
| Max. Length: | 56 in. |
| Maximum length: | 55 inches |
| Min. Length: | 27 in. |
| Minimum length: | 30 inches |
| Number Of Sections: | 3 |
| Pair/Single: | Pair |
| Pole Material: | Aluminum |
| Sections: | 3 |
| Shaft material: | Aluminum |
| Shock absorbing: | No |
| Sold as: | pair |
| Weight (pair): | 20 ounces |
| Weight per pair: | 1 lb 4 oz |
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Sometimes, we can't be sure that the product is the same across the stores that offer its, so you may find the same product listed more then once on GearBuyer.com, we these list highly similar products below.
 | Black Diamond Contour Elliptic Carbon Pole | $133.95 - $159.95 |
 | Black Diamond Contour Elliptic Compact Trekking Poles | $119.00 - $119.95 |
 | Black Diamond Contour Elliptic Shock | $139.95 |
 | Black Diamond Contour Elliptic Shock Compact Trekking Poles | $139.00 - $139.95 |
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| Black Diamond Contour Elliptic Compact Trekking Poles Hiking & Camping > Trekking Poles | $119.00 - $119.95 |
 | Black Diamond Trail Shock Trekking Poles Hiking & Camping > Trekking Poles | $109.00 - $109.95 |
Use this chart to find which retailer offers this product in the size, color or other options that you desire. Click on the price to purchase.
| Color | Size | |||
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| Regular | 0 | Compact | N/A | |
Compact | 119.95 | |||
Ink Blue | 119.95 | |||
Regular | 119.95 | |||
| O / S | 119.95 | |||
| N/A | 119.95 | 119.95 | ||
Mountain Gear offers this product at $119.00, but does not provide any color/size information.
Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) offers this product at $119.95, but does not provide any color/size information.
Altrec offers this product at $119.95, but does not provide any color/size information.
Al's Sports offers this product at $119.99, but does not provide any color/size information.
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High time to improve trekking sticks | |
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| Black Diamond has made a great improvement with the click-in system. No longer do I have to twist and twist to loosen or tighten my trekking sticks. I was totally happy from the first usage once I got comfortable with how it worked. One thing I would change: I would have a left and right stick in order to keep the operational part of the adjustment always on the outside. Either they should be on the outside on both sticks or both on the inside. The make should have made a decision. When left and right of anything is involved it should be carried through. | |
| Alpine Footstepper at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 12/21/2008 | |
Nothing short of brilliant | |
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| I was out on an 8 day trek in the Tasmanian wilderness when my left foot had a bout of gout. It was immensely painful whenever I put pressure on it but for the sake of completing the hike, I had to go on. Without the aid of my new Black Diamond poles, I don't think I would've been able to complete the hike. I had to put so much pressure on the poles to traverse over undulating terrain on ascents/descents that there were points I thought they would buckle and crack. But they held up supremely well and are deserving of the 5 star rating. | |
| Terence at Altrec on 02/18/2009 | |
"best sticks i have ever used" | |
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| am a big guy (6'1", 250lbs) with a bad knee blown out in college lacrosse and rely on sticks to get me down mountains...i really put alot of stress on them so i do not have to put alot on my knees...have destroyed many a leki and komperdell pole...these poles support my weight and have never slipped or collapsed after many miles in the rockies and san juans in co and the whites in nh. (btw, i lied about most of the things in the public profile section cause i wanted the extra points...i'm not really dead and probably not a hunk and a half) | |
| Phillip at Moosejaw on 03/30/2009 | |
Top notch poles. | |
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| I'm impressed by BD's locking system. It seems to work better than the twist style used by many of the other manufacturer's (although it can still collapse if not tightened properly). The grips aren't as rubberized as other models I've used allowing extended un-gloved use without blisters. So far they seem quit durable, which is supposedly one of the selling points of the elliptical style. I've bent literally dozens of pairs of collapsable poless over the years, usually in boulder fields. These seem like they might actually hold up. All in all very pleased with the purchase. | |
| Fish at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 06/29/2008 | |
Classic | |
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| I can't believe I waited so long to retire my Leki twist-lock poles. The foam handles on the Contour Elliptic are extremely comfortable and the 15-degree forward tilt really helps wrist wear and tear. The wrist straps are extremely well designed and comfortable--the difference they make is huge. Finally, the flick locks are so reliable, they make collapsing and expanding the poles a snap. No more fiddling to get the internal twist-lock mechanism to catch--with flick locks, it's an open and shut case. These are clearly superior and some of the best poles on the market. | |
| Slow Moving Fun Seeker at REI on 03/12/2009 | |
Heavenly soft grips | |
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| I have used these poles extensively, the longest time for a 12 day hike in the Swiss Alps. The grip is so soft and comfortable. I had no issues with hand blisters. The hand loops are comfortable with a wide strap to prevent chaffing. The flip lock meant that I could quickly and easily collapse them down to attach to my pack. They also collapsed small enough to fit inside my pack, very important for air travel. I like too that they have a removable snow/mud basket. I'm a fan | |
| Pixa at REI on 04/24/2009 | |
Great poles | |
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| I hike in the Chugach Mountains in Alaska year round. I use these poles on all hike and when hunting I find these poles superior to any other that I have tried. Excellent locking mechanism and very comfortable grips. They have taken a lot of abuse and have never failed me. Minor con (as with any collapsible pole), the sliding part of the poles can freeze solid in 0F temperatures and will not expand or collapse until thawed. | |
| roger45 at REI on 02/03/2009 | |
Flip-Locks Rule | |
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| This is my fifth pair of trekking poles. I had previously owned Komperdell and Leki poles. But after using these, I am a Black Diamond loyalist. No matter how much abuse I put these poles through, the flip-locks do not slip, unlike the fasteners on other poles. The flip-locks are easy to adjust, strong, and dependable. The elliptical shape adds strength. The shock-absorbers are comfortable. The grips and wrist-straps are comfortable. Excellent poles. | |
| MFEagle928 at REI on 10/10/2008 | |
Good poles | |
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| Had a pair of BD with the snap lock..Broke the snap loc quick...liked the stiffness of the ellipse and wanted collapsable poles. Went w/ these...so far they are great...only about 50 miles on them now...if you are into poles that telescope these are way stiffer and stronger than any round screw shaft poles. | |
| j at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 07/15/2008 | |
"getting older and bigger by the hike, so these poles came in great, especially on the downside" | |
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| Sturdy, light, and won't collapse (unlike some of the non-ellipticals). By the way, your customer service was excellent. I was sent the compact size initially. I called. You sent out the correct size with a return package pronto. Thanks. | |
| Matt at Moosejaw on 03/26/2009 | |
