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Black Diamond Syncro Elliptic

Hiking & Camping > Trekking PolesRated: ***** by 3 reviews.

O2GearShop.com (Spring 2009)

Full of features at an affordable price, the redesigned Syncro utilizes Elliptic Technology for rapid, smooth and foolproof adjustments with the Auto-Lock BinaryTM and FlickLock systems. For control with chafe-free, the-hills-are-alive-with-the-sound-of-music, all-day comfort, the Syncro features an updated foam grip and 360-degree padded webbing. On the other end, it's equipped with a Short Flex Tip and a low-profile, non-snagging trekking basket.

Features:

  • Adjust the length of the poles with the elliptic FlickLock upper and autolock Binary lower adjustment
  • Get a good grasp with the updated foam grip and 360-degree padded webbing
  • Keep your joints comfortable with the ergonomic comfort and strength
  • Make your way over scree easily with Short Flex tips and low-profile trekking baskets
  • Sold in pairs

Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

Full of features at an affordable price, the Black Diamond® Syncro trekking poles utilizes Elliptic Technology for rapid, smooth and foolproof adjustments with the Auto-Lock Binary™ and FlickLock systems. These poles are very durable and dependable.

Features:

  • Adjustable wrist strap with 360-degree padded webbing
  • Compacts down to just 25.25 inches for easy packingS-section shafts lock down with a combination of flick locks and push-button auto-locks
  • Elliptic shape of the shaft provides twice the fore and aft stiffness of round-shafted poles
  • Ergonomic foam grip for all day comfort
  • Low-profile, non-snagging 1.5 inch diameter trekking baskets
  • Short flex tip

Altrec

Full of features at an affordable price, the redesigned Syncro utilizes Elliptic Technology for rapid, smooth and foolproof adjustments with the Auto-Lock Binary, and FlickLock systems. For control with chafe-free, the-hills-are-alive-with-the-sound-of-music, all-day comfort, the Syncro features an updated foam grip and 360-degree padded webbing. On the other end, it's equipped with a Short Flex Tip and a low-profile, non-snagging trekking basket.

Features:

  • Elliptic FlickLock upper and autolock Binary lower adjustment
  • Non-rotating shape for ergonomic comfort and strength
  • Short Flex tips and low-profile trekking baskets
  • Sold in pairs
  • Udated foam grip and 360-degree padded webbing

This description was also provided by: SummitHut.com


Backcountry.com

Black Diamond gave the Syncro Trekking Poles oval-shaped Elliptic shafts to increase rigidity and provide smooth, fool-proof length adjustments in seconds. Slide the bottom sections of the Synchro Trekking Poles to full length, and the Binary system locks in place with no hassle. The top sections connect with the solid and durable FlickLock attachment that operates smoothly no matter how iced up or dirty it gets. Black Diamond even included angled grips to reduce wrist fatigue and make your hikes more comfortable.

Adjustment Method:Snap-lock
Antishock:No
Basket Diameter:1.5 in.
Baskets:1 Pair
Compressed / extended length:25 / 40-55
Extendable Range:[Collapsed] 25in (63cm); [Usable] 40-55in (101-140cm)
Grip Material:Foam
Grip Type:Ergonomic
Locking Mechanism:FlickLock
Manufacturer Warranty:1 Year
Material:aluminum
Max. Length:56 in.
Min. Length:25.25 in.
Number Of Sections:3
Pair/Single:Pair
Pole Material:Aluminum
Protective Rubber Tips:Available
Recommended Use:Hiking, backpacking
Replaceable Baskets:Yes
Replaceable Tips:Yes
Sections:3
Shaft Material:Aluminum
Shock Absorber:No
Tip Material:Carbide
Weight:1lb 4oz (566g) per pair
Weight per pair:1 lb 5 oz

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Legend

  •     - O2GearShop.com (Spring 2009)
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
  •     - SummitHut.com
  •     - Altrec

Black Diamond Syncro Elliptic Reviews Summary:

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Positive Reviews:

Light and strong

Rating:*****

Black Diamond has made huge advances with their trekking poles since my last pair. These are far, far lighter than my old ones, the Flicklock is more secure (though it can still slip when heavily weighted), the pole bends less (thanks to the elliptical design) and the single-length bottom section is ingenious.

If you hate the way screw-locks break and you don't like those damn shock absorbers, buy this pole. You won't regret it.

Jacon Mayer at Backcountry.com on 09/27/2009

Comfort for the minimalist

Rating:*****
I spent months searching for a pair of pole as comfortable as these are. The grip on these is superb and the wrist straps adjust enough to use barehanded or with bulky gloves.
Rockwell's Scouter at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 04/01/2008

Negative Reviews:

caution

Rating:**

while these poles worked great for the first few hundred miles or so, after a while the bottom section with the "binary" locks come apart. At first it only happens getting the pole stuck in mud or deep, wet snow - the pulling up motion pulls the pole out of the binary locking device. after a while it gets worse and they'll come out when getting hung up on even the slightest root or rock. this becomes really inconvenient. A friend that i go hiking with has the same poles and suffers from the same problem. He tried gluing the pole back into the locking device, but it eventually works itself loose.
My advice - the black diamond poles with flick lock locking device on both the top and bottom sections is the way to go. i haven't had any problems with the flick lock portion of the pole.

Moopismal at Backcountry.com on 09/30/2009