Leki Summit Antishock

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The Summit Antishock is an antishock trekking pole made by Leki. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From Backcountry.com:
"Reach the top of the mountain with the aid of the Leki Summi Antishock Trekking Poles. These strong yet flexible poles are three section poles with the Classic Locking System, Carbide Flextips, Triple Spring Antishock System, and COR-TEC cork grips. Leki's Automatic Comfort Strap adjusts to your preferred length and locks in place with a simple downward pull, so you can customize your hand placement based on the terrain you're huffing over."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"New for 2008, the Leki Summit AS Trekking Poles provide rugged durability and consistent performance for all your adventures. With an integrated shock absorption system and textured cork grip this hiking sticks offers plenty of performance punch. The Triple Spring Antishock System (TSA) that reduces stress on the joints, muscles and ligaments, uses an internal spring to absorb the pole strike the impact. The spring can also be set at mid-range or turned off completely for more effective climbing. Features Shaft: Three Section Aluminum Grip: Cor-Tec Auto strap Leki classic adjustment system Finish: Ultra Sonic/Anodized Carbide Flex Tip Interchangeable basket system Triple Spring Antishock System Ideal for: Dayhiking, Backpacking and Hiking Weight: 20.6 oz. / pr. Length: 61-125 cm (28.3 - 55.1 in.)"

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Leki Summit Antishock Trekking Poles (Pair) (Fall 2009) Summit Antishock Trekking Poles by LekiFeatures:Shaft: Three Section AluminumGrip: COR-TECStrap: Auto ComfortWeight: 20.6 OZFinish: Ultra SonicBasket(s): PerformanceWarranty: Lifetime Warranty Against Shaft BreakageCarbide Flex TipInterchangeable basket systemClassic Locking SystemTriple Spring Antishock System"

From Altrec Outdoors:
"Performance, versatility, and an excellent value, the Leki Summit Anti-Shock Trekking Pole, part of the Leki Trail Series deliver Triple Spring Anti-shock performance and feature Lekia s Positive Angle COR-REC Grip; right/left hand specific grips to maintain a more neutral ergonomic wrist and hand position, resulting in exceptional comfort, security and precise tip placement. A carbide flex tip deflects up to 30 degrees without damaging the lower pole section reduces the risk of pole breakage. Standard trekking baskets are included and are interchangeable with a simple screw on/off design."

User Reviews

Summit Antishock
Reviewed by D&G in the Smokys, Oct 04, 2009

"I thought the whole trekking pole thing was just a bunch of hoop-la, until I tried these out on a 2000 foot decent in the Smokey Mountains. The shock absorber feature made them very comfortable and minimized shock on my elbows. The strain these poles took off of my knees was phenomenal."

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