Black Diamond Alpine Cork Trekking Poles vs Leki Skysolo FX.One Carbon
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Alpine-specific carbon trekking poles at 17 oz per pair (482g) with natural cork handles and enhanced stability for technical terrain.
Full details →Among the lightest trekking poles available with rigid carbon shaft, ergonomic cork/foam grips, and SpeedLock 2 adjustment. Folds compactly for packability. Wei...
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Black Diamond Alpine Cork Trekking Poles vs Leki Skysolo FX.One Carbon: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Leki Skysolo FX.One Carbon wins — at 354 g it is 128 g (27%) lighter than the Black Diamond Alpine Cork Trekking Poles (482 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest trekking poles page, or browse the full gear weight database.