Hiking Pole x1 - Hike 500

Our designers have developed this versatile pole for regular hikers and mountain trekkers on rugged terrain. #### How it was designed... This model is entirely designed and approved by our team, at the foot of Mont Blanc.The starting point of our design is the external locking mechanism for precise and fast adjustment. Combined with a push-pin that unfolds and folds automatically.Then we designed a handle that allows multiple grips: along the tube for climbs and banking terrain, with the wrist-strap for efficient pushing and on the knob for descents.Then we use our best 7075-T6 aluminium for controlled weight #### How to adjust your poles to the correct length? Hold the poles with your arms bent at a right angle. To do this:-pull the bottom strand all the way out until the auto push-pin (metal button) locks- open the lever of the external blocker- slide the tube to the desired length- close the leverNever exceed the STOP line to avoid the risk of breaking the pole. #### Directions for use This hiking pole is designed to help you balance, propel yourself and distribute effort between arms and legs.To be on the safe side, check before you set off and at regular intervals that your baton is locked in place by simulating heavy bumps. If you notice that your pole tends to slide down, the locking mechanism turn ring needs adjusting. Open the lever and turn the knob a quarter to a half turn.Do not put on your backpack in case of a storm. #### Care tips Proper maintenance of your baton will ensure that it functions optimally and that it lasts longer.After use, if water has penetrated the stick, remove the strands and allow to dry. If necessary, clean the dust or mud with water or a dry brush. Once dry, you can reassemble the strands.We recommend that you do not attempt to oil or grease the mechanisms. #### Why is the pole sold individually? At Decathlon, we have decided to sell our hiking/trekking poles individually. First because of how they are used. Indeed, some people only want to use one pole. Also, if one of your poles breaks, this means you only have to buy one and not a complete pair. #### Accessories sold separately and adapted to this model The advantage of buying Forclaz trekking poles is that you have a wide choice of compatible accessories and spare parts. So you can enjoy it for as long as possible. Hiking pole caps: ref. 8580865 Summer baskets: ref. 8503854 Winter baskets: ref. 8503857 Excellent compromise between ease of adjustment / light weight / comfort. It can be unfolded and folded in one movement. ##### Ergonomic grip Dense foam grip, long 3D design. Comfortable knob. Soft wrist-strap ##### Adjustable External lock & automatic push-pin. Precise & fast adjustment. From 105 to 130cm ##### Vitamin D3 3 telescopic sections. Collapsed length: 56 cm. Collapsed width: ~5cm. ##### Durability Aluminium 7075-T6 /6061-T6. Tube diameters 18/16/14mm. Tungsten tip ##### Praline Flavour Summer basket supplied. Many accessories and service parts available separately. ##### Weight 240 g / pole Our designers have developed this versatile pole for regular hikers and mountain trekkers on rugged terrain.