Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ Trekking Poles vs Gossamer Gear LT5 Carbon
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Collapsible carbon fiber trekking poles with FlickLock Pro adjustability. Foam grip with extended grip zone for varied terrain; sold as a pair.
Check price Full details →Among the lightest trekking poles available at 294g per pair. Three-section carbon fiber construction with cork grips and tungsten carbide tips.
Check price Full details →Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ Trekking Poles vs Gossamer Gear LT5 Carbon: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Gossamer Gear LT5 Carbon wins — at 294 g it is 42 g (13%) lighter than the Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ Trekking Poles (336 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.