The distance flz is lighter than our editors choice the black diamond alpine carbon cork and top pick the alpine carbon z both an ounce heavier at 17 oz.
Black diamond distance carbon flz review.
And here are his thoughts black diamond running poles on test.
At the 2019 giants head marathon i got the chance to use some running poles for the first time.
The distance carbon z is one of three black diamond poles tested in this year s top 10 along with the alpine flz and the alpine carbon cork which won best overall trekking pole.
Words by ben pitfield.
As the lightest offering by black diamond and in fact the lightest pole we tested we were eager to see if the ridiculously low weight of this pole had any effect on its performance.
They re super light a pair weighs between 345 and 365 grams depending on size thanks to carbon construction and they fold down into thirds using the z pole rapid deployment system.
The distance carbon flz is the top of the range trekking pole from black diamond.
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Experienced runner ben pitfield had a chance to test the black diamond distance carbon flz trekking running poles during the event.
The black diamond distance carbon flz is a versatile and adjustable pole for activities requiring lightweight equipment.