Extra strong trekking and snowshoe poles for all season travel. The Black Diamond Elliptic trekking poles feature dual FlickLocks for easy non slip adjustments. Includes 1.5 inch diameter baskets for year round use. Elliptic shape of the shaft provides twice the fore and aft stiffness of round shafted poles. Secure dual flicklock adjustments for all weather adjustment. Elliptical shape makes flick lock adjustment easy and fast flick open, choose your length, flick closed, and go. 3 section poles collapse down to 27 inches for easy packing. Ergonomic dual density foam handles. Adjustable, padded wrist straps.