Atomic BCT Mountaineering Carbon SQS Touring Poles

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Available from Cripple Creek Backcountry when we last checked, in the last two days. Sold from the shop’s own store; the price there is the one that counts.

With five separate pieces connected with a string inside, the BCT Carbon Pole is lightweight and versatile when you need it, but packs down to just 40cm when you don't. A hybrid construction of carbon and aluminum keeps the pole ultra light but still rigid to hold up to the demands of touring. In addition to packing away small, these poles are adjustable so you can match the slope you are climbing on. The SQS system from Atomic means you can wear your pole straps around your wrists without riski