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Leki says:
A reliable companion for your next mountain adventure! The Makalu Lite is equipped with the Aergon Air grip. The special hollow core technology combines lightweight construction with large, supportive surfaces that meet all the ergonomic requirements of your hand. The rubberised back of the Aergon Air grip offers maximum grip and control when walking downhill.
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- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- 3-section telescopic construction.
- PAS system with Aergon Air grip and Skin Strap 5.0 for secure, comfortable handling.
- Speed Lock Plus external lever for quick adjustments with high holding force.
- Compact sizing for shorter users and pack-first trekking setups.
- Trekking Basket 2.0 helps reduce sinking on softer ground; Flex Tip (Short) supports precise placement and grip.
- PAS System - PAS handle with loop without integrated glove system.
- Aergon Air - The Aergon Air combines lightness and stability. Its ergonomic shape ensures maximum comfort, while the fully rubberized handle head provides absolute control.
- Loop - Skin Strap 5.0
- Handle extension - Handle extension for easy repositioning on steep terrain or traverses.
- aluminum - Aluminum HTS (Highest Treated Shaft) 6.5
- Speed Lock Plus - The adjustment system uses an external clamp, which allows for easy adjustment and offers high holding power.
- Trekking Plate 2.0 - Compact trekking plate: Prevents sinking into soft ground and can be easily replaced by hand.
- Flex Tip - Robust tip for precise pole placement and perfect grip in almost any terrain.
Specifications
- Weight per pole: 235g
- Length (adjustment range) 90–125 cm
- Pack size: 64 cm
- Grip system: PAS
- Grip: Aergon Air
- Strap: Skin Strap 5.0 (One Size, continuously adjustable)
- Basket: Trekking Basket 2.0
- Tip: Flex Tip (Short)
Material & Construction
- Construction Vario (continuously adjustable) | 3-section telescopic
- Segments: 3
- Segment diameters: 16|14|12 mm
- Shaft material: Aluminium (HTS 6.5)
- Locking system: Speed Lock Plus