LEKI Makalu Lite AS Trekking Poles

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LEKI Makalu Lite AS trekking poles balance lightweight design and sturdy support. The Aergon Air handle provides excellent grip and control. The Dynamic Suspension System reduces impact forces by 40%. The Speed Lock Plus system enables quick length adjustments.

Leki says: 

The supportive Makalu Lite AS is your comfortable and stable companion on mountain adventures! Thanks to the thin tube diameters, the Lite version weighs only 258g. Just like its big brother, the Makalu Lite AS impresses with the new Aergon Air. The latest generation of the handle, which is specially designed for trekking, has been optimized again in terms of comfort and control and improved in every detail. The developed cavity technology makes a combination of lightweight construction with large, supportive surfaces possible. The grip head is fully rubberized and offers maximum grip and control when going downhill. The inclined angle helps to guide the pole optimally and therefore contributes extremely to safety on the mountain.

Sold as a pair.

Our Verdict

The LEKI Makalu Lite AS trekking poles offer an impressive balance of lightweight design and sturdy support for hikers and trekkers. At just 256g per pole, these aluminium trekking poles provide reliable assistance without adding unnecessary weight to your pack.

The standout feature is the new Aergon Air handle. Its ergonomic design provides excellent grip and control, especially on descents. The fully rubberised grip head enhances safety and comfort across various terrains, while the inclined angle helps guide the pole optimally for increased mountain safety.

The Dynamic Suspension System (DSS) is a noteworthy addition. It reduces impact forces by about 40% to protect joints and muscles during long treks. This feature, combined with the Speed Lock Plus adjustment system, allows quick and secure length changes between 100 and 135cm, making these poles adaptable to different terrains and user preferences.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Handle: Aergon Air – The Aergon Air combines lightness and stability. Its ergonomic shape ensures maximum comfort, and the fully rubberized handle head ensures absolute control.
• Loop: Lock Security Strap Skin 4.0 – Adjustable strap with safety release. It is ultralight, very breathable and offers the highest level of comfort.
• Handle extension: Handle extension for easy gripping on steep terrain or traverses.
• Pipe material: Aluminum HTS (Highest Treated Shaft) 6.5
• Damping system: Dynamic Suspension System (DSS) – The Dynamic Suspension System is a vibration-absorbing construction made of elastomeric material. According to a study by the University of Tübingen, it reduces around 40% of impact forces and thus relieves strain on muscles, joints and ligaments. This tip can be used with a plate without exception.
• Adjustment system: Speed ​​Lock Plus – The adjustment system works with an external clamp, which allows for easy adjustment and offers maximum holding power.
• Plate: Trekking plate 2.0 – Compact trekking plate. Protects against sinking into snow and mud and can be easily changed by hand.
• Great: DSS tip – Precise pole use and perfect grip on almost any terrain. This tip can be used with a plate without exception.

Specifications

• Weight per pole: 256g
• Sold as a pair
• Size run: No size variations
• Stick length: 100 – 135cm
• Pack size: 67cm
• Activities: Trekking/Hiking

Material & Construction

• Segments diameter: 16 | 14 | 12 mm
• Pipe geometry: No bend
• Tube shape: Cylindrical
• Handle: Aergon Air
• Loop: Lock Security Strap Skin 4.0
• Handle extension: 1K foam
• Tube material: Aluminium (HTS 6.5)
• Adjustment system: Speed Lock plus
• Plate: Trekking 2.0
• Damping system: Synamic Suspension System (DSS)
• Great: DSS Tip

Help & advice:

• The Ultimate Guide to Ultralight Trekking Poles
• Choosing Trekking Poles
• Which LEKI Trekking Poles – A Guide
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