Brand: Black Diamond
Category: Ski Poles
Recommended by Ben Corwin, Hutkeeper and mountain adventurer — Utah, Wyoming, Colorado, Rockies, USA
Highlights: stability, grippy, durable
The Expedition Ski Poles are the ultimate companion for backcountry adventurers, offering a perfect blend of lightweight durability and innovative features. Designed for easy adjustments and practical use, these poles enhance your skiing experience in challenging terrains. 1. Constructed from lightweight, two-piece aluminum for optimal strength and portability. 2. Equipped with FlickLock locking mechanisms for quick and precise length adjustments on the go. 3. Features a hidden PH3 screwdriver bit within the shafts for convenient field repairs. 4. Extended EVA foam grips provide comfort and versatility, allowing for various hand positions. 5. Straight-edge grip-top designed for efficiently scraping ice and snow off skis. 6. Tactile rubber “beak” facilitates quick binding adjustments while navigating the skin track. 7. Girth-hitched straps that can be easily removed for personalized comfort and convenience. The Expedition Ski Poles are ideal for backcountry skiing, designed for use in rugged, snowy environments where reliability is crucial. They perform best in deep snow and challenging terrains, making them perfect for intermediate to advanced skiers seeking adventure. These poles excel in scenarios such as steep ascents, technical descents, and long-distance touring, ensuring you are well-equipped for winter expeditions.
Price: $129.95
- Who it's for
- Ski tourers doing long approaches who want a stable, adjustable two-piece pole without the complexity of a three-piece design. Less suited to splitboarders, who may prefer a more packable option.
- What people are saying
- Hosts praise the stability, durability, and extended grip, which helps on steep sidehills and cold days when quick hand repositioning matters. Notes are uniformly positive with no criticism raised.
- Worth noting
- The two-piece construction is flagged as a deliberate advantage over three-piece poles for skiers specifically. Notes are thin and one-sided, so no caveats or fit flags are available.
Ben Corwin's review
The BD expedition is a great 2-piece touring pole offering just enough adjustment and plenty of stability for long skins (like the 11 miles in to Gondola Village). If you're bringing skis, you might as well bring a two-piece pole rather than futzing with a 3-piece pole (unless you're a splitboarder).
Recommended by Ben Corwin, Hutkeeper and mountain adventurer
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Expedition Ski Poles for?
Ski tourers doing long approaches who want a stable, adjustable two-piece pole without the complexity of a three-piece design. Less suited to splitboarders, who may prefer a more packable option.
What do experts say about the Expedition Ski Poles?
Hosts praise the stability, durability, and extended grip, which helps on steep sidehills and cold days when quick hand repositioning matters. Notes are uniformly positive with no criticism raised.
What should you know before buying the Expedition Ski Poles?
The two-piece construction is flagged as a deliberate advantage over three-piece poles for skiers specifically. Notes are thin and one-sided, so no caveats or fit flags are available.
What does Ben Corwin say about the Expedition Ski Poles?
The BD expedition is a great 2-piece touring pole offering just enough adjustment and plenty of stability for long skins (like the 11 miles in to Gondola Village). If you're bringing skis, you might as well bring a two-piece pole rather than futzing with a 3-piece pole (unless you're a splitboarder).
Why does Ben Corwin recommend Black Diamond?
Ben Corwin recommends the Black Diamond Expedition Ski Poles for ski poles. The BD expedition is a great 2-piece touring pole offering just enough adjustment and plenty of stability for long skins (like the 11 miles in to Gondola Village). If you're bringing skis, you might as well bring a two-piece pole rather than futzing with a 3-piece pole (unless you're a splitboarder).
Is the Expedition Ski Poles a good ski pole?
Yes — Ben Corwin recommends the Expedition Ski Poles by Black Diamond as their ski poles pick. The BD expedition is a great 2-piece touring pole offering just enough adjustment and plenty of stability for long skins (like the 11 miles in to Gondola Village). If you're bringing skis, you might as well bring a two-piece pole rather than futzing with a 3-piece pole (unless you're a splitboarder).
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