Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Trekking Poles vs Gossamer Gear LT5 Carbon
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Fixed-length carbon fiber folding poles (per pair) with foam grip and minimalist strap. Designed for ultralight fastpacking and thru-hiking.
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 Z Trekking Poles vs Gossamer Gear LT5 Carbon: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Trekking Poles wins — at 289 g it is 5 g (2%) lighter than the Gossamer Gear LT5 Carbon (294 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.