Leki unveils the Skytera FX Carbon SL model in their product lineup
New LEKI Skytera FX Carbon SL Mountaineering Poles Offer Lightweight, Adjustable Solution for Serious Hikers
The LEKI Skytera FX Carbon SL mountaineering poles have been making waves in the hiking community, offering a lightweight, adjustable, and compact solution for mountain and alpine hiking.
Priced within the mid-range of mountaineering pole options, the Skytera FX Carbon SL boasts a high-quality carbon shaft designed for mountain hiking. With a lightweight, folding design, the poles can pack down to just 40 cm, making them easy to carry during your adventures.
One of the key benefits of the Skytera FX Carbon SL is its adjustable and collapsible design. With adjustable length from 110 to 130 cm using the Core Locking Device and Speed Lock + clamping systems, hikers can customize their poles for steep ascents and descents, ensuring optimal performance and comfort.
The poles weigh just 356 grams, making them lightweight yet sturdy for alpine touring, speed hiking, trekking, and hillwalking. The handle is foam with adjustable wrist leashes, and the poles feature trekking baskets, and carbide flex tips for durability on varied terrain.
The Skytera FX Carbon SL also includes an ultra-light, quick-drying D-Loop Mesh Strap for enhanced breathability and reduced moisture absorption, ensuring comfort even during long hikes. The poles fold into three sections for easy storage, making them ideal for travel and transportation.
The newly designed Verticon grip, made from 1K foam and angled at 8°, ensures a natural and comfortable wrist position, aiding performance and recovery. The Skytera FX Carbon SL is part of the LEKI Sky series, a new mountaineering pole line that has been introduced this summer.
The Skytera FX Carbon SL has proven durable and reliable in demanding environments like the Grand Canyon during multi-day backpacking trips. Its versatility caters to a wide range of mountain activities, including technical terrain, making it an attractive choice for mountaineers.
With a recommended retail price of £190, the Skytera FX Carbon SL offers a balance of weight reduction and durability, making it a valuable tool for mountaineers. Its performance and recovery aids make it an ideal choice for those seeking to optimize stability, comfort, and portability during their mountain adventures.
Sports enthusiasts might find the LEKI Skytera FX Carbon SL poles beneficial for their alpine touring and hillwalking activities, as they are equipped with gear guides on the handles for a compact and secure storage of accessories. These versatile poles, suitable for technical terrain, are also excellent for sports such as speed hiking and trekking, thanks to their lightweight, foldable design.
