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Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Poles vs Durston Iceline Trekking Poles

Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.

Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Poles is the lighter option — 4 g lighter than the Durston Iceline Trekking Poles (1% less weight). If grams matter to you, that is the one to beat.
Spec Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Poles Durston Iceline Trekking Poles
Weight 264 g · 0.264 kg · 0.58 lb 268 g · 0.268 kg · 0.59 lb
Brand Black Diamond Durston
Category Trekking Poles Trekking Poles
Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Poles
264 g

Fast-folding 100% carbon fiber trekking poles with FlickLock Pro adjustment. Three-section foldable design for compact pack transport. Per pair at 110cm.

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Durston Iceline Trekking Poles
268 g

World's lightest adjustable trekking poles at 134g per pole. Premium high-strength carbon, 16mm tip, external clamp adjustment.

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Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Poles vs Durston Iceline Trekking Poles: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Poles wins — at 264 g it is 4 g (1%) lighter than the Durston Iceline Trekking Poles (268 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.

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