Despite weighing just 15.8 ounces per pair, the Komperdell Contour Titanal II touring poles provide excellent versatility, stability, and durability. These Titanal aluminum, two-section poles also feature easy-to-use external 3.0 locking mechanisms. Their Expedition XXL foam grips are soft and textured, serving as ergonomic handholds with integrated, adjustable straps to reduce strain on your wrists. Several inches below the standard grips, the upper pole sections have a patented grip zone, allowing the pole to be held lower on the shaft, thus eliminating the need to shorten the pole every time you encounter a steep slope. These poles are ideal for snowshoeing, backcountry touring, and hiking Features: - 2 section Titanal HF aluminum 16/14mm touring poles - Weight 224 grams per pole - Expedition XXL extended foam grip - Grip zone on upper pole - External 3.0 locking mechanism - Winter snowflake basket - Vario flex tungsten/carbide tip