Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Trekking Poles vs Gossamer Gear LT5 Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles
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 →Ultralight three-section carbon fiber poles with twist-lock adjustment. Cork grips with extended EVA zone. Among the lightest adjustable poles available. Pair w...
Check price Full details →Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Trekking Poles vs Gossamer Gear LT5 Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles: 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 Fiber Trekking Poles (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.