Six months later at the Winter Outdoor Retailer Show BD came through with their new Compactor ski poles, made specifically for backcountry snowboarders. Using the same Z-construction the Compactor pole easily folds down into a connected, z-folding package only 16 inches (41 cm) long. Overall length adjustment is achieved in the upper section with BD’s classic FlickLock™, allowing the pole to vary in length by 7½ inches (20 cm). The tip is a typical ski pole tip with a metal point. The basket is replaceable and upgradeable to a larger powder basket.
If you’re a backcountry snowboarder, these poles should be on your list of must have items for next season (11/12).
Next on the wish list, a Whippet version of the Compactor. Pretty please for winter 11/12?
Black Diamond Compactor Ski Poles
MSRP: $ 119.95
Size: | Standard | Large |
Length (extended): | 105-125 cm, (41-49 in) | 115-135 cm, (45-53 in) |
Length (collapsed) | 38 cm, (15 in) | 40 cm, (16 in) |
Weight/pair: | 580 g, (20 oz.) | 595 g, (21 oz.) |
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