LEKI Skytera FX Carbon SL Trekking Poles
- 110 to 130 cm adjustable length
- Folds into three sections, each under 16 inches
- 178 g listed item weight, 6 ounces per pole in the description
- 14 mm upper, 12 mm lower shaft diameters
- Carbon fiber shafts
- Verticon foam grip angled at 8 degrees
- Striated foam extension below the grip
- Limited warranty
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A folding, adjustable carbon pole for thru-hikers and mountaineers who stow poles often and want little weight in hand. The listing is unclear on whether you get one pole or a pair, so check before ordering.
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ASIN: B0DLH8WH5MCategory: Trekking Poles
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Overview
Thru-hikers and mountaineers get a carbon fiber pole that adjusts in length and folds into short sections for the pack. A low profile Verticon foam grip with a foam extension below it lets the hand move down the shaft on traverses.
Folding plus adjustability is why to choose it: shorten it for climbs, lengthen it for descents and stow it when scrambling or using ice tools. Lock type is the gap, since the listing does not say how the length locks.
Who it's for
Long distance hikers and climbers who switch between poles and free hands on rock or ice get the most from the folding design. Tall walkers needing extra length should check the range against their height first.
Pros and cons
- Folds short for stowing on a pack
- Length adjusts for climbs and descents
- Light carbon fiber shafts
- Angled grip for a natural wrist
- Single pole or pair not stated
- Range may be short for tall hikers
- Folding joints add setup steps
- Carbon shafts need care against side impacts
Performance notes
Support on descents comes from extending the pole so it reaches the ground sooner, which the description frames as adding contact points. Fold joints and the adjustment let one pole serve uphill and downhill, while the angled grip sets the wrist in a more natural position over long days.
Specifications
| Brand | LEKI |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Extended Length | 51.2 inches |
| Maximum Height Recommendation | 51.2 inches |
| Item weight | 0.39 pounds |
| Size | 43.3 inches |
| Shaft diameter | 0.6 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Shaft Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Handle Material | Foam |
| Base Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Color | White-Black-Orange |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Grip angle | 8 degrees |
Frequently asked questions
How do you set up the LEKI Skytera FX Carbon SL?
It unfolds from three sections, each under 16 inches when packed, then adjusts to any length between 110 and 130 cm. The listing does not name the locking mechanism.
Is the Skytera the same as the Skytera Compact?
No. The description says the Skytera adjusts between 110 and 130 cm, while the Skytera Compact adjusts between 110 and 120cm.