The lever lock tightening dial is easy to adjust by hand. 95. Solid aluminum shaft sections give the Makalu excellent strength and durability. For the burly performance that this pole delivers, the Makalu Lite is relatively inexpensive. There are no grip extensions, and the wrist strap is thin and soft, but not padded. That said, this sacrifice seems necessary for the pole to achieve its purpose, which is superior durability. Please try your search again later. The Makalu Lite COR-TEC has the intelligent overall design of an excellent all-round pole. Makalu Lite COR-TEC AS The Makalu Lite COR-TEC AS has the intelligent overall design of an excellent all-round pole. That's what makes it light, thin, stable but still extremely comfortable. ... LEKI Legacy Lite COR-TEC AntiShock Pole - Women's. This Makalu model is made from high-tensile strength Aluminum and features an Aergon COR-TEC grip and the innovative next generation SpeedLock Plus locking system for a hiking experience that's simply unparalleled. Aluminum shafts and solid-feeling grip material made us think this pair would weigh more than it does. This ties for the most adjustable length of any pole in our review. It can even be a pain to fit them inside small pieces of luggage. We found the Makalu's faux-cork grip to be firm and rubbery. Find answers in product info, Q&As, reviews. We do, however, wish they had a more comfortable grip material. A three-section telescoping design allows plenty of adjustable length between two sections, up to 14 inches (35cm). The Leki Makalu Lite is designed to withstand the harshest treks and long-distance hikes you can find. When you click on links to buy products we may earn money to support, Unrefined comfort, large packed size, heavy. We did note some bending compared to carbon fiber poles, but aluminum is meant to bend, which helps prevent snapping. The grip material is durable to the extreme. Long days on the trail are easier thanks to the intuitive, lightweight SpeedLock+ adjustment mechanism. Simply pull up on the wrist strap to unlock the system, pull out on the bottom flap to the correct length, and snap down the top button to lock it in place. Let us know! The Makalu Lite Cor-Tec is a prime example of a LEKI premium trekking pole with extremely high quality standards. Other than that, it feels unrefined. Leki Makalu Lite Cor-Tec Trekking Poles has been discontinued by Leki and is no longer available. Carbide tips dig in to rocky trails with confidence-instilling grip, and the wider-than-average trekking basket prevents sink into mud or soft dirt. The grip material looks like cork, and Leki claims that it is cork, but it feels more like hard rubber, meaning it gets slick with sweat and feels firm after long days of use. Amazon.com : LEKI Makalu Lite Cor Tec Trekking Poles : Sports & Outdoors. The minimum telescoping length is 26.25 inches, which means these poles will stick out if you strap them to the side of most backpacks. LEGACY LITE COR-TEC Features: Legacy is the culmination of LEKI's 60+ years experience in designing and producing their own trekking poles. These poles are meant to be taken to the ends of the earth. This Makalu model is made from high-tensile strength Aluminum and features an Aergon COR-TEC grip and the innovative next generation SpeedLock Plus locking system for a hiking experience that's simply unparalleled. They feature screw-off baskets and can be used with Leki's snow baskets for winter use and glacier trekking. Thick aluminum shafts provide excellent stability and strength that won't give out when you need it most. That's what makes it light, thin, stable but still extremely comfortable. Free shipping for many products! We loved the Makalu's simple wrist strap adjustment. Please make sure that you are posting in the form of a question. The Makalu, far right, doesn't pack down as small as other poles in our review. This design is intuitive and can be done with one hand. LEKI Makalu Lite Cor-Tec AS Tekking Poles. The Aergon COR-TEC (80% natural ground cork) grip allows for an extremely comfortable grip that gets better as the miles wear on. Leki Makalu Lite Cor-Tec As Trekking Poles has been discontinued by Leki and is no longer available. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. 4.6 out of 5 stars 30 ratings | 4 answered questions Price: $139.95 & FREE Shipping. The Leki Makalu Lite Cor-Tec AS Tekking Poles are light-weight knee-savers, designed with a durable aluminum shaft and comfy cork grips. Material on GearLab is copyrighted. The Makalu Lite COR-TEC has the intelligent overall design of an excellent all-round pole. Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. LT6492849. It locks securely with great lever locks that can be adjusted by hand on the trail. The Makalu Lite COR-TEC has the intelligent overall design of an excellent all-round pole. This Makalu model is made from high-tensile strength Aluminum and features an Aergon COR-TEC grip and the innovative next generation SpeedLock Plus locking system for a hiking experience that's simply unparalleled. Contact & Support. Contact Service Warranty Warranty FAQ FAQ Newsletter Signup Helpful. LEKI Makalu Lite Cor Tec Trekking Pole. There was a problem completing your request. Skip to main content. The pole doesn't pack down very small or boast a light weight, but for trekkers who need something that won't break, these sacrifices are acceptable. Got feedback? If you are headed to the ends of the earth, however, this is a good option. Both the wrist strap and lever lock adjustments are easy to perform in the field without additional tools, which is great for trekking in developing nations that might not have outdoor equipment stores in every town. The Leki Makalu Lite Cor-Tec Trekking Poles are an easy and lightweight solution to aching joints and tired muscles when you're off exploring your favorite trails. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. We banged the Makalu all over the place and leaned on them with heavy backpacks, and didn't get anything to break. Unable to add item to List. Pole length advisor Glove size advisor Product care Innovations Videos + More Nordic Walking 101 Our Categories. 4.6 out of 5 stars 20. Contact & Support. Dankzij een kleinere diameter van de schachten (16 x 14 x 12 millimeter), weegt dit model slechts 235 gram. There's a problem loading this menu right now. Our product experts have helped us select these available replacements below.You can also explore other items in the Camp & Hike, Trekking Poles, Camp & Hike Trekking Poles yourself to try and find the perfect replacement for you! No matter the length of your stay in the woods or the difficulty of the terrain, you'll be able to attack the trail thanks to the easy adjustment of the Speed Lock+ system. Your LEKI Story. As such, they aren't great for mountain running, ultralight backpacking, or approaching technical climbs. They feature adjustable shafts for convenience on steep switchbacks and varying terrain, and they collapse fairly small for easy stowing when you need your hands free. This Makalu model is made from high-tensile strength Aluminum and features an Aergon COR-TEC grip and the innovative next generation SpeedLock Plus locking system for a hiking experience that's simply unparalleled. The classic hiking pole impresses with its comfortable AERGON Thermo Grip and intuitive Speed Lock 2 Adjustment System, which provide impeccable performance on the mountain. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for LEKI Makalu Lite Cor-tec Trekking Poles at the best online prices at eBay! How can we improve GearLab? Leki Makalu Lite COR-TEC AS $ 139.95 USD MSRP Product Information The Makalu Lite COR-TEC AS has the intelligent overall design of an excellent all-round pole. The legendary LEKI Makalu has been at the sides of climbers and hikers on their tours since 1974. 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