Black Diamond Flz Trekking Pole Review. Easy to deploy and adjust these light and durable trekking poles can tackle all four seasons with little to no issue. The Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ trekking and running poles fall on the cusp between the most ultralight and packable poles and models that are marginally heavier and less packablea nominal tradeoff for the versatility gained through their adjustability.
This pair is for trail runners or mountain scramblers looking for sturdy stashable poles. When the first generation of the Black Diamond Distance FLZ came out it was the most innovative pole we have seen in a long time. It is the aluminium version of Black Diamonds carbon break-apart pole and scores well in all categories without necessarily shooting the lights out.
What is our final score for the Black Diamond Alpine FLZ Trekking Poles.
Matt Hill and the lovely people at Black Diamond very kindly sent me out a few sets of Carbon FLZ poles in three different sizes. Thats why I rate them higher than any other poles Ive reviewed. The Alpine FLZ from Black Diamond is one of the latest offerings from the reputable and dependable brand. The Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ trekking and running poles fall on the cusp between the most ultralight and packable poles and models that are marginally heavier and less packablea nominal tradeoff for the versatility gained through their adjustability.
