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Leki says:
The LEKI Makalu FX Carbon Compact (SS26) is a premium folding trekking pole pair for hikers who want a compact pack size and a shorter adjustment range without compromising on performance. Built with a full Carbon (PRC 1000) shaft and a 4-section FX construction, it delivers a strong, lightweight feel on steep climbs, technical traverses and confident descents, then folds down to 41 cm for easy storage in a rucksack or luggage.
Designed around LEKI’s Aergon Air grip for maximum ergonomic support, this SS26 Compact version pairs all-day comfort with precise control on uneven ground. Speed Lock 2 plus provides quick, secure length adjustment from 100 to 120 cm, while the ELD folding system ensures fast, reliable deployment when conditions change. Finished with Trekking 2.0 baskets and a Flex Tip Short (Carbide) tip, Makalu FX Carbon Compact is built for mixed trails and mountain terrain across year-round trekking use.
SS26 model positioning: this is the SS26 replacement for the previous Cressida FX Carbon Compact, featuring the cork-coloured Aergon grip styling and the updated Makalu FX Carbon look-and-feel.
Our Verdict
We're working out what we think about Leki's Makalu FX Carbon Compact Trekking Poles, we'll add our comments here in due course.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- SS26 replacement model: Makalu FX Carbon Compact replaces the previous Cressida FX Carbon Compact
- Compact trekking pole length range: 100–120 cm
- Folding FX design with compact 41 cm pack size
- Full Carbon (PRC 1000) shaft for a strong, lightweight performance feel
- Aergon Air grip (cork-coloured styling on this Compact model) for ergonomic support and control
- ELD (External Locking Device) folding system for fast, secure deployment and folding
- Speed Lock 2 plus external lever for quick, reliable adjustment
- Lock System Strap Skin 5.0 (SS26 specification)
- Trekking 2.0 baskets and Flex Tip Short (Carbide) for confident pole placement on mixed terrain
Specifications
- Weight per pole: 237g
- Product type: Folding Vario trekking poles (pair)
- Length (adjustment range): 100 – 120 cm
- Pack size (folded): 41 cm
- Grip: Aergon Air
- Strap: Lock System Strap Skin 5.0
- Strap size model: One Size (continuously adjustable)
- Basket: Trekking 2.0
- Tip: Flex Tip Short (Carbide)
Material & Construction
- Number of segments: 4-section(s)
- Segment diameters: Ø18 | 16 | 14 | 14 mm
- Shaft material: Carbon (PRC 1000)
- Finish: Matt Metallic Finish
- Construction: Vario (continuously adjustable)
- Folding system: ELD
- Locking system: Speed Lock 2 plus
